[Pumptesting] Fw: Re: Fw: Pump Test Failure?

[Phéna Proxima]

Mike asked if we should re-test. Per Daver:

> Yes, re-test as normal. If it keeps happening, try only opening the test valve enough to get a consistent drop in pressure.

Any further questions, let me know. I will also document this conversation and its findings in the SH trustee manual.
On Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 at 12:20 PM, Mike Gaisford <mgaisford at gmail.com> wrote:

> So is the direction to retest?
>
> On Tue, Aug 5, 2025 at 12:12 PM Phéna Proxima <adam at phenaproxima.net> wrote:
>
>> Update from Daver on the sensor issue:
>>
>>> No need for Encore. What happened is that the waterflow sensor for the building's own sprinkler system tripped. The waterflow sensor is near the test valve. If there's a lot of turbulence in the pipes, that can fool the sensor into thinking there's water flowing. Opening the test valve wide open can make this more likely.
>>> It doesn't mean there's anything wrong. Just keep lowering the pressure until it gets to 80 PSI and the main pump turns on.
>>
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