Use Of Drain; Operating Instructions; Using The Extend-A-Gun Rc As Part Of A Monitor System - Task Force Tips Extend-A-Gun RC3 Instruction For Safe Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

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USE OF DRAIN

The Extend-A-Gun comes with a ¾" NPT hole in the inlet. This is designed
to be used as a drain or plugged if a drain is used elsewhere. A drain must
be employed to remove excess water from the system. This prevents
freezing and allows the unit to be parked.
WARNING

10.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
NOTICE

10.1 USING THE EXTEND-A-GUN RC AS PART OF A MONITOR SYSTEM

To EXTEND the Extend-A-Gun RC:
1. Make certain the valve to the monitor is closed.
2. Press and release the "UP/AUX1" button on any RC monitor operator station or the panel mount operator station. The tube will
automatically extend fully and then stop.
A. Pressing the button while the Extend-A-Gun RC is in motion will cause the motor to switch directions.
B. This system is controlled with current limiting. When the Extend-A-Gun RC is being raised, the unit is provided with maximum
allowable current to lift and still protect the mechanism from damage when an obstruction is encountered.
3. Move the monitor to the desired position.
4. Open valve to monitor.
To RETRACT the Extend-A-Gun RC:
CAUTION
1. Make certain the valve to the monitor is closed.
2. On systems connected to the RC monitor communication link, return the monitor to its park position.
A. At the completion of the PARK pattern, the Extend-A-Gun RC will automatically retract.
3. To manually retract, press and release the "DOWN/AUX1" button on any RC monitor operator station or the panel mount operator
station. The tube will automatically retract completely, and then stop.
A. Pressing the button while the Extend-A-Gun RC is in motion will cause the motor to switch directions.
B. This system is controlled with current limiting. When the Extend-A-Gun RC is being lowered, the current is reduced and the
unit is slowed down. This provides a safer lowering of the unit and prevents a crushing injury in case someone is under the
unit when it is lowered. (Note: Monitor will automatically perform PARK pattern if not at the "AT PARK" position.)
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Equipment may be damaged if frozen while containing significant amounts of water. Such damage
may be difficult to detect visually. Subsequent pressurization can lead to injury or death. Any time
the equipment is subject to possible damage due to freezing, it must be tested and approved for
use by qualified personnel before being considered safe for use.
The Extend-A-Gun must be lowered in the park position before the truck is driven or moved.
Damage or injury may occur if the truck drives under a low hanging object, while the Extend- A-Gun
is extended.
The drive train will extend and retract only when there is no water pressure. If the buttons are
pushed while under water pressure, the current limiting will engage and prevent the Extend- A-Gun
RC movement. This prevents damage to the unit.
Clear all personnel and obstructions away from the Extend-A-Gun RC before lowering. This unit
relies on electronic braking and may lower quickly in the event of a failure. Damage or injury could
result from crushing.
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