Performance/Safety Related Concern for Clarke Diesel Fire Pump Drivers

FM Approvals has been made aware of an issue that could cause diesel engine fire pump driver heaters and/or coolant hoses to fail.

Company Identity:  Clarke Fire Protection Products Inc/Clarke Fire Protection Products Ltd

Address:100 Progress Place, Cincinnati, Ohio

Unit 1 Grange Works, Lomond Road, Coatbridge, United Kingdom

Contact Information: Customer Support at parts@clarkefire.com  

Or Call (513) 475-3473 (US) or 44-1236-429-946 (UK)

Product Identity: Clarke Diesel Fire Pump Drivers

Make/Model: All FM Approved Models 

FM Approval Status: FM Approved

Hazard Involved:  Clarke has determined that if the recommended engine coolant maintenance procedures are not followed and factory recommended coolant is not used, deposits can form in the coolant system. These deposits can collect on and cause localized overheating of the engine jacket water heater.  This can result in the heater failure and/or coolant hose embrittlement and failure. Sudden loss of coolant from a hose failure will cause the engine to overheat and fail.

The Clarke service bulletin referenced below details the proper procedure for periodic coolant checks, flushing and replacement.