Foam/Water Monitors Type: UFM-80M, UFM-100M, UFM-150M, UFM-80H, UFM-100H
Foam/Water Monitors Type: UFM-80M, UFM-100M, UFM-150M, UFM-80H, UFM-100H by SURVITEC Fire Solution Poland Sp. z o.o.. DNV MED certificate MEDB0000184.
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Common issues
- Nozzle/seat wear affecting spray pattern and shut-off tightness
- Seized or stiff manual/remote operating mechanism from corrosion or lack of exercise
- Packing/seal leakage at the swivel joints
- Corrosion of the monitor body and mounting base in the exposed weather deck location
- Foam concentrate induction/eductor fouling or incorrect proportioning
- Remote control actuator failure on remote-operated monitors
- Blocked strainer reducing flow
Inspection checklist
- Function-test monitor rotation (horizontal/vertical) and nozzle pattern change (jet/spray)
- Check free movement of all swivel joints
- Visually check the body and base for corrosion or damage
- Verify foam concentrate proportioning rate where applicable
- Check remote control operation from the control station, if fitted
- Check the strainer/inlet for blockage
- Verify flow and pressure against the design rating
- Check mounting bolts and deck penetration sealing
- Confirm identification and coverage signage is in place
Service intervals
| Function test | at weekly/monthly fire drill routine per the vessel's fire safety maintenance plan |
| Full flow test with foam concentrate | commonly annually, per maker/class requirement |
| Swivel joint lubrication | per maker's schedule |
| Remote actuator inspection | at annual fire safety survey |
Critical spares
- Nozzle assembly
- Swivel joint seal/packing kit
- Strainer element
- Remote actuator seal kit (for remote-operated units)
Safety
- High-momentum jet/spray discharge - secure the monitor and clear personnel from the discharge arc before testing
- Foam concentrate is a slip hazard on deck
- Pressurized firemain supply
- Moving parts (rotation/elevation) can pinch fingers during manual or remote operation
- Working at height at some monitor mounting locations
Class survey
This unit's marine equipment database category on this listing is recorded as an addressable fire detection panel, which does not match its description as a foam/water monitor - a mechanical discharge device, not detection electronics. Please verify and correct the category before publishing. Fixed foam/water monitors are part of the fire-fighting system reviewed at fire safety survey; class checks function testing records, foam concentrate proportioning performance, and that monitor coverage matches the approved fire control plan.
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