Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps
A Complete Guide to AS 1851—2012 Diesel Fire Pump & Jacking Pump Routine Service Records
Diesel fire pumpsets are an important part of many sprinkler and hydrant fire protection systems, providing the water pressure and flow required for these systems to operate when needed.
Because diesel fire pumps can remain on standby for extended periods, regular inspection, testing and preventive maintenance are important for checking the condition and operation of the pump, diesel engine, batteries, fuel system, controller, starting devices, alarms, valves and associated equipment.
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps provides structured routine service records specifically for:
- Diesel Sprinkler Fire Pumps
- Diesel Hydrant Fire Pumps
- Diesel Pumps serving combined Sprinkler and Hydrant Systems
- Jacking / Pressure-Maintenance Pumps
The logbook is developed around the relevant requirements of AS 1851—2012 (Incorporating Amendment No. 1), Section 3.
It provides dedicated records for Monthly, Six-Monthly, Yearly and Five-Yearly diesel fire pump servicing, together with pump pressures, battery readings, diesel engine operating data, annual flow-test results, defects, corrective actions and completed repairs.
Does your site also have an electric fire pump?
This logbook is specifically for diesel fire pumpsets and jacking pumps. For installations containing both diesel and electric fire pumps, use the Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps (Diesel & Electric) & Jacking Pumps.
What Does the Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook Cover?
The logbook is specifically designed for:
- Diesel sprinkler fire pumpsets
- Diesel hydrant fire pumpsets
- Diesel pumps serving combined sprinkler and hydrant systems
- Jacking / pressure-maintenance pumps
It provides dedicated routine service schedules for diesel fire pumpsets and jacking pumps, together with tables for recording operating pressures, battery information, diesel engine data and pump performance.
The product does not contain electric fire pumpset service schedules.
For sites containing both diesel and electric fire pumps, the combined Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps (Diesel & Electric) & Jacking Pumps should be used instead.
Diesel Fire Pump & Jacking Pump Service Frequencies
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook provides the following routine service records:
| Equipment | Monthly | Six-Monthly | Yearly | Five-Yearly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel Fire Pumpsets | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Jacking Pumps | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
The logbook contains a dedicated Diesel – Monthly Service Record, a separate Jacking Pumps – Monthly Service Record, and applicable Six-Monthly, Yearly and Five-Yearly service records.
Monthly Diesel Fire Pump Service Records
The Monthly Routine Service Schedule provides a detailed record for checking the condition and operation of the diesel fire pumpset.
The service record includes:
- pump area condition and access
- pressure-relief valve discharge
- warning signage
- identification plates
- pump controller labelling and operating instructions
- water supply valve positions
- pressure gauge readings
- water supply tanks, where installed
- physical damage or deterioration
- monitor and engine-start batteries
- battery terminals
- battery float charge voltage
- electrolyte levels
- battery warning and capacity signage
- engine warming devices, where fitted
- fuel tank level
- pump controller enclosure
- controller indicators, switches and sounders
- main isolating switch
- safety guards
- water supply availability
- water, oil, belt drives, exhaust drains and cooling valves
- fuel filter / water trap
- automatic pump starting
- manual pump starting
- starting pressure
- run time
- hour-meter reading
- suction pressure
- discharge pressure
- pump gland and drain
- running speed
- battery charger / alternator output
- engine stop mechanism
- belt drives
- engine instrumentation
- circulation-relief valve
- exhaust system
- cooling water
These records provide a structured history of both diesel fire pump inspection results and actual operating values.
Diesel Fire Pump Starting & Run Test Records
The Monthly service schedule includes automatic and manual starting tests.
The diesel pumpset is started automatically by reducing the water pressure applied to the starting device.
During the applicable test, the logbook allows technicians to document the pump starting and operating information.
Pump Starting Device Records
- Starting Pressure – kPa
- Run Time – min
- Hour Meter – h
Run Test Records
- Suction Pressure – kPa
- Discharge Pressure – kPa
- Running Speed – rpm
- Battery Charger / Alternator Output – V
- Oil Pressure – kPa
- Engine Temperature – °C
These records provide a historical reference for monitoring diesel fire pump starting and operating performanceacross successive routine services.
Diesel Fire Pump Battery Records
Battery condition is particularly important for diesel fire pumps because the engine-starting system depends on reliable battery operation.
The Monthly schedule includes checks for:
- monitor battery condition
- engine-start battery condition
- corrosion
- physical damage
- secure mounting
- battery terminal corrosion
- float charge voltage
- electrolyte levels
- battery warning and capacity signage
The logbook provides separate fields for:
| Battery | Float Charge Voltage |
|---|---|
| Monitor Battery | V |
| Engine Start Battery | V |
This allows battery condition and voltage readings to form part of the ongoing diesel fire pump service history.
Diesel Engine, Fuel & Cooling System Checks
Unlike an electric fire pump, a diesel-driven fire pump requires additional routine servicing of the engine and its supporting systems.
The Monthly Service Record includes applicable checks of:
- engine warming devices
- fuel level
- oil condition
- fuel system
- belt drives
- exhaust drains
- cooling valves
- fuel filter / water trap
- water, oil and fuel leakage
- engine stop mechanism
- battery charger / alternator
- engine instrumentation
- exhaust system
- heat-exchanger cooling water
These diesel-specific inspection points are one of the key differences between the Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook and an Electric Fire Pumpset Logbook.
Monthly Jacking Pump Service Records
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook also contains a dedicated Monthly Service Record for jacking pumps.
The schedule includes:
- pump area condition
- pressure-relief valve discharge
- physical damage or deterioration
- safety guards
- valve positions
- water supply tank
- main isolating switch
- controller indicator lights
- manual controller operation
- automatic controller operation
- pump cut-in pressure
- pump cut-out pressure
This allows the main diesel fire pump and associated pressure-maintenance pumps to be documented within the same logbook.
Jacking Pump Cut-In & Cut-Out Pressure Records
The logbook contains dedicated pressure records for two jacking pumps:
| Jacking Pump | Cut-In Pressure | Cut-Out Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Jacking Pump 1 | kPa | kPa |
| Jacking Pump 2 | kPa | kPa |
These fields allow technicians to maintain a clear history of the pressures at which each jacking pump automatically starts and stops.
This can assist in monitoring whether the pressure-maintenance pumps continue to operate at their intended system pressure settings.
Six-Monthly Diesel Fire Pump Service Records
The Diesel Six-Monthly Routine Service Schedule includes verification of the hydro-pneumatic accumulator air pressure, where fitted.
The applicable accumulator air pressure can be checked and recorded directly on the service record.
Six-Monthly Jacking Pump Service Records
Jacking pumps also have a dedicated Six-Monthly Service Schedule.
The record includes:
- completion of applicable Monthly service activities
- verification of the hydro-pneumatic accumulator air pressure, where applicable
This allows routine service history for the main diesel fire pump and associated jacking pumps to be maintained together.
Yearly Diesel Fire Pump Service Records
The Yearly Routine Service Schedule provides comprehensive records covering the diesel engine, batteries, pump and associated equipment.
Applicable Yearly service activities include:
- battery condition
- engine-start battery replacement
- control battery discharge testing
- battery charger voltage
- engine oil replacement
- oil filter replacement
- fuel filter replacement
- air filter servicing where required
- fuel hoses
- engine cooling hoses
- engine cooling system
- pressure-reducing valves
- heat exchanger strainers
- engine manufacturer service procedures
- pump and driver coupling
- pump bearings
- bearing oil
- right-angle gearbox oil where fitted
- non-return valves
- external corrosion survey
- annual pumpset performance testing
- pump priming tanks
- pressure-relief valve operation
- engine overspeed testing
- remote pump start and stop
- return of equipment to operational condition
The Yearly section also includes a detailed Diesel Fire Pump Flow & Performance Test Record.
Engine-Start Battery Replacement & Control Battery Records
The Yearly schedule includes specific records relating to the diesel engine-start batteries and control battery.
Dedicated fields are provided for:
Engine-Start Batteries
- Batteries Replaced
- Battery Life
Control Battery
- Date Last Replaced
- Load Current – A
- Final Voltage – V
Battery Charger
- Battery Charger Voltage – V
These records provide a clear history of battery replacement and applicable battery testing.
Annual Diesel Fire Pump Flow Test
A major feature of the Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook is the dedicated Yearly Pumpset Flow-Test Record.
The test sequence includes:
- Shut-Off / Zero Flow
- 130% of Duty Flow
- Duty Flow
- Final Shut-Off / Zero Flow
The dedicated test table allows technicians to record applicable pump and diesel engine performance information at the different test conditions.
This creates a structured annual record of diesel fire pump flow and pressure performance.
Diesel Fire Pump Performance Records
The annual flow-test table provides dedicated fields for recording:
- Flow – L/min
- Pressure – kPa
- Suction Pressure – kPa
- Discharge Pressure – kPa
- Engine Running Temperature – °C
- Engine Oil Pressure – kPa
- Air Temperature at the Engine Intake Manifold – °C
- Engine RPM – Installed Tachometer
- Engine RPM – Calibrated Tachometer
- RPM Variation
These detailed measurements provide a historical reference for comparing diesel fire pump and engine performance between successive annual tests.
50% & 100% Duty Flow Testing
The Yearly service schedule also includes operation of the diesel pump at:
- 50% of Duty Flow
- 100% of Duty Flow
The service record provides for checking the applicable pump performance criteria during this activity.
This testing is recorded separately from the main annual flow-test sequence involving 130% of duty flow.
Diesel Engine Fail-to-Start & Overspeed Tests
The Yearly service record contains diesel-engine-specific operational tests.
These include simulation of an engine fail-to-start condition and checking the applicable engine-start cycling and alarm functions.
The engine overspeed test switch is also operated to verify the applicable shutdown and controller indication.
These tests are specific to diesel-driven fire pumps and help document the operation of the engine’s starting, alarm and protection functions.
Remote Pump Start & Stop Testing
The Yearly schedule includes testing of the pump’s start and stop functions from a remote location.
The service record also provides for checking that the appropriate indications are received at the FIP or remote start/stop panel.
This helps document the interaction between the diesel fire pumpset and associated fire control equipment.
Five-Yearly Diesel Fire Pump Service Records
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook contains a dedicated Five-Yearly Routine Service Schedule.
Applicable activities include:
- repacking pump glands
- overhaul of circulation-relief valves
- overhaul of pressure-relief valves
- overhaul of applicable engine cooling and pressure-regulating valves
- fitting new gland packing
- spindle lubrication
- checking ball and butterfly valves for leakage
- replacement where necessary
- replacement of compression-ignition engine air filters
- return of equipment to operational condition
These records provide a clear history of longer-term diesel fire pump preventive maintenance.
Recording Defects, Corrective Actions & Repairs
The service pages provide dedicated areas for recording:
Item No. | Defect Type | Results / Comments | Corrective Action | Completed Repairs
This creates a traceable record from the initial inspection or test through to identified defects and completed corrective work.
The format therefore provides more than a simple Pass / Fail record and supports an ongoing diesel fire pump maintenance history.
Site, Technician & Service Provider Records
The service pages provide fields for:
- Site Name
- Site Address
- Site ID
- Work Order No.
- System Location
- Service Provider Details
- Date
- Report No.
- Technician Name
- Licence No.
- Client Name
- Technician Signature
- Client Signature
The NCR service records are identified as:
White – Owner / Occupier / Agent
Yellow – Service Provider
Red – Book Copy
This provides a practical format for distributing and retaining routine service records.
Does This Logbook Cover Electric Fire Pumps?
No.
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps is specifically designed for diesel fire pumpsets and jacking pumps.
Its routine service schedules focus on diesel fire pump requirements, including diesel engine, fuel, cooling, battery, starting and performance information.
For installations containing both diesel and electric fire pumps, use the Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps (Diesel & Electric) & Jacking Pumps.
For an electric-only installation, use the Electric Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps.
Why Are Diesel Fire Pump Service Records Important?
A diesel fire pump may remain on standby for long periods but must be capable of starting and operating correctly when required.
A structured Diesel Fire Pump Service Record provides an ongoing history of:
- routine inspections
- automatic and manual pump starts
- pump starting pressure
- run time
- hour-meter readings
- suction and discharge pressures
- engine speed
- oil pressure
- engine temperature
- battery condition and voltage
- engine-start battery replacement
- fuel and cooling system maintenance
- annual flow testing
- engine fail-to-start testing
- overspeed testing
- defects and corrective actions
- Five-Yearly service activities
Maintaining these records allows technicians and building managers to review previous servicing and compare pump and engine information over time.
AS 1851—2012 Diesel Fire Pump Requirements in NSW
From 13 February 2026, requirements changed in NSW for applicable essential fire safety measures in new and existing Class 1b and Class 2 to Class 9 buildings.
Where a diesel fire pumpset forms part of an applicable essential fire safety measure, relevant inspection and testing must be carried out in accordance with AS 1851—2012, unless the maintenance activity is addressed by an applicable Performance Solution.
This does not mean that every Class 1b–9 building has or requires a diesel fire pumpset.
The requirements are relevant to this logbook where the diesel fire pumpset or associated fire protection system forms part of an applicable essential fire safety measure for the particular building.
NSW Government – Building Fire Safety Requirements under AS 1851—2012
Which Buildings Are Affected in NSW?
The NSW requirements apply to applicable essential fire safety measures in new and existing Class 1b and Class 2–9 buildings.
| Building Class | Typical Examples |
|---|---|
| Class 1b | Small boarding houses, guest houses, hostels and similar accommodation |
| Class 2 | Apartment buildings |
| Class 3 | Hotels, larger boarding houses and other residential accommodation |
| Class 5 | Office buildings |
| Class 6 | Shops, restaurants and cafés |
| Class 7 | Car parks and warehouses |
| Class 8 | Factories and laboratories |
| Class 9 | Hospitals, schools and assembly buildings |
For diesel fire pumpsets, these requirements are relevant where the pumpset forms part of an applicable essential fire safety measure for the building.
Building owners should refer to the building’s Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) and applicable fire safety documentation to identify the essential fire safety measures installed at the site.
Keeping Diesel Fire Pump Service Records in NSW
Current NSW requirements require applicable AS 1851 service records to be retained for at least seven years and made available for inspection.
For diesel fire pumpsets, these records can provide a history of:
- Monthly pump testing
- Six-Monthly servicing
- battery condition
- starting pressures
- suction and discharge pressures
- diesel engine servicing
- annual performance testing
- Five-Yearly maintenance
- identified defects
- corrective actions
NSW Government – Responsibilities of Building Owners under AS 1851—2012
Who Should Carry Out Diesel Fire Pump Servicing?
Diesel fire pumpsets involve a combination of fire protection, hydraulic, mechanical, engine and control-system components.
Routine inspection, testing and servicing should therefore be carried out by persons with the appropriate competency and any licences or qualifications required for the work being undertaken.
Some activities may require specialist mechanical, plumbing, electrical or engine expertise.
Building owners and responsible persons should ensure that people carrying out the applicable service activities are appropriately competent for the work.
Why Use a Hardcopy Diesel Fire Pump Logbook?
A structured physical Diesel Fire Pump Logbook provides an accessible history of the pumpset’s routine servicing and performance.
The service history can include:
- Monthly pump testing
- Six-Monthly servicing
- automatic and manual starting tests
- starting pressures
- suction and discharge pressures
- battery readings
- engine servicing
- oil pressure
- engine temperature
- engine speed
- annual flow testing
- jacking pump pressures
- Five-Yearly maintenance
- defects
- corrective actions
Keeping these records together makes it easier for technicians, building managers and future service providers to review previous servicing and identify when longer-term maintenance activities are due.
About the AS 1851 Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps is a dedicated AS 1851 Section 3 Diesel Fire Pump Service Record for documenting inspection, testing, maintenance and performance information.
Designed around the applicable requirements of AS 1851—2012 Section 3, it provides structured records for:
Diesel Sprinkler Pumps · Diesel Hydrant Pumps · Jacking / Pressure-Maintenance Pumps
The logbook provides records for:
- Monthly diesel fire pump servicing
- Monthly jacking pump servicing
- Six-Monthly diesel fire pump servicing
- Six-Monthly jacking pump servicing
- Yearly diesel fire pump servicing
- Five-Yearly diesel fire pump servicing
- annual diesel fire pump flow testing
- starting pressure
- suction and discharge pressure
- pump run time
- hour-meter readings
- engine speed
- engine temperature
- engine oil pressure
- battery float-charge voltage
- engine-start battery records
- battery charger / alternator output
- jacking pump cut-in and cut-out pressures
- defects
- corrective actions
- completed repairs
For Australian fire protection contractors, fire pump technicians, building managers and facility managers, it provides one organised location for maintaining applicable diesel fire pump and jacking pump routine service records.
The product can be used as a Diesel Fire Pump Logbook, Diesel Sprinkler Pump Logbook, Diesel Hydrant Pump Logbook and Jacking Pump Service Record for applicable Section 3 service activities.
For installations containing electric fire pumps as well, the combined Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps (Diesel & Electric) & Jacking Pumps provides records for both diesel and electric pumps.
Designed to support routine service and record keeping in accordance with the relevant requirements of AS 1851—2012 Section 3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook?
A Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook is used to document applicable inspection, testing, preventive maintenance and performance information for diesel sprinkler and hydrant fire pumpsets and associated jacking pumps.
This logbook provides structured records based on the relevant requirements of AS 1851—2012 Section 3.
Does this logbook cover electric fire pumps?
No.
This product is specifically for diesel fire pumpsets and jacking pumps.
For an electric-only installation, use the Electric Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps.
What if the site has both diesel and electric fire pumps?
Use the Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps (Diesel & Electric) & Jacking Pumps, which provides service records for both pump types.
Which section of AS 1851 applies to diesel fire pumpsets?
Fire pumpsets are addressed under Section 3 of AS 1851—2012.
What service frequencies are included for diesel fire pumps?
The logbook provides Monthly, Six-Monthly, Yearly and Five-Yearly diesel fire pumpset service records.
What service frequencies are included for jacking pumps?
The logbook provides Monthly and Six-Monthly jacking pump service records.
Does the logbook record jacking pump cut-in and cut-out pressures?
Yes.
Separate fields are provided for the cut-in and cut-out pressures of Jacking Pump 1 and Jacking Pump 2.
Does the logbook include an annual diesel fire pump flow test?
Yes.
The Yearly record includes a detailed flow test covering shut-off, 130% duty flow, duty flow and final shut-off conditions.
What diesel fire pump performance values can be recorded?
The Yearly table provides fields for:
Flow | Pressure | Suction Pressure | Discharge Pressure | Engine Running Temperature | Engine Oil Pressure | Engine Intake Manifold Air Temperature | Engine RPM
Are engine-start battery records included?
Yes.
The logbook includes Monthly battery float-charge voltage records and Yearly engine-start battery information.
Does the logbook include diesel engine checks?
Yes.
The routine service records include applicable checks relating to the fuel system, engine oil, cooling system, belt drives, exhaust system, engine instrumentation and starting system.
Does the logbook include engine overspeed testing?
Yes.
The Yearly schedule includes an engine overspeed test and applicable controller indication checks.
Can defects and corrective actions be recorded?
Yes.
Dedicated fields are provided for:
Defect Type | Results / Comments | Corrective Action | Completed Repairs
Is AS 1851—2012 mandatory in NSW?
For applicable essential fire safety measures, NSW requirements changed from 13 February 2026.
Where a diesel fire pumpset forms part of an applicable essential fire safety measure, the relevant maintenance activities must be carried out in accordance with AS 1851—2012 unless an applicable Performance Solution addresses the maintenance activity.
How long must applicable AS 1851 records be retained in NSW?
Current NSW requirements require applicable AS 1851 records to be retained for at least seven years and made available for inspection.
Does using this logbook automatically make a diesel fire pump system compliant with AS 1851—2012?
No.
The logbook provides a structured format for recording applicable routine service activities.
Compliance also depends on the actual system, approved design, servicing performed, competent personnel, test results, identified defects, corrective work and applicable regulatory requirements.
Conclusion
The Diesel Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps & Jacking Pumps provides a structured way to document routine servicing of diesel sprinkler and hydrant fire pumpsets and jacking pumps.
With Monthly, Six-Monthly, Yearly and Five-Yearly diesel fire pump service records, Monthly and Six-Monthly jacking pump records, detailed annual flow-test tables, diesel engine performance data, pressure readings, battery information and defect documentation, it provides a comprehensive AS 1851 Section 3 Diesel Fire Pump Service Record.
For fire protection contractors, fire pump technicians and building managers, the logbook provides a clear and traceable format for maintaining ongoing diesel fire pump inspection, testing, performance and maintenance history.
For installations containing electric fire pumps as well, the Fire Pumpset Logbook – Sprinkler & Hydrant Pumps (Diesel & Electric) & Jacking Pumps should be used instead.
Designed to support routine service and record keeping in accordance with the relevant requirements of AS 1851—2012 Section 3.
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