Appendix L
Maintenance Level Guidelines
Problems With Fire Hydrants
If you experience any of the following: 1. Hydrant will not shut off 2.
Water continues leaking from valve box
3.
Gate valve stuck on
4.
Water seepage from below ground around hydrant
5. Problems with RPZ “Emergency Breaks” Call City Dispatch 630-420-6187
Operation of Water Equipment Fire Hydrant — Set Up A. Open 2½ cap on fire hydrant. B. Connect water meter to hydrant or connect hose first. C. Use either 2½” fire hoses or use reducer and add 1½” hoses. D. For spraying use nozzle on 1½” hose. H. For open hosing, leave end open on 1½” hose.
Breakdown
A. Shut down hydrant enough to shut off water. B. Disconnect hose from hydrant. C. Roll up hoses and store equipment in vehicle. D. Close hydrant rest of way. I.Replace hydrant cap.
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