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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
DANGER
DANGER
This Instruction Manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing, and
safety procedures associated with the portable monitor.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
BlitzForce Portable Monitor
MAXIMUM OPERATION PRESSURE
175 PSI (12 bar)
MAXIMUM FLOW
500 GPM (2000l/min)
BlitzForce Mounting Bracket
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2006-2018
Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and
receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at www.tft.
com/serial-number
Risk of sliding increases at low elevation angles. To reduce risk of injury or death from sliding,
test safety elevation plunger before using.
MANUAL: BlitzForce
Portable Monitor
BlitzForce OSC Portable Monitor
DANGER
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE
The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response
equipment and services want responders to know and understand the
following:
1. Firefi ghting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities
requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution
at all times.
2. It is your responsibility to read and understand any user's instructions,
including purpose and limitations, provided with any piece of equipment
you may be called upon to use.
3. It is your responsibility to know that you have been properly trained in
Firefi ghting and /or Emergency Response and in the use, precautions, and
care of any equipment you may be called upon to use.
4. It is your responsibility to be in proper physical condition and to maintain
the personal skill level required to operate any equipment you may be
called upon to use.
5. It is your responsibility to know that your equipment is in operable
condition and has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
6. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other
severe injury.
Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service Association
FEMSA
P.O. Box 147, Lynnfi eld, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
LIX-730 January 8, 2018 Rev08

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  • Page 1 Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and DANGER receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at www.tft. com/serial-number Risk of sliding increases at low elevation angles. To reduce risk of injury or death from sliding, DANGER test safety elevation plunger before using.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6.3 Oscillator 6.4 Oscillating Speed and Coverage 7.0 Storage 8.0 Exploded View and Parts List 8.1 BlitzForce Portable Monitor Exploded View and Parts List 8.2 BlitzForce Oscillator Exploded View 9.0 XXL-B Storage Bracket Installation Instructions 9.1 For Blind Mounting 9.2 For Mounting Where Back Of The Mounting Surface Is Accessible 9.3 Mounting Bracket Dimensions...

  • Page 3: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words

    2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION The BlitzForce Portable Monitor is an effi cient, compact and easy to maneuver portable monitor. The monitor is a lightweight aluminum unit, which can deliver 500 GPM of water. This monitor can be mounted in a pre-connected state on the truck-mounting bracket for achieving quick and eff...

  • Page 4: Blitzforce Part Identification

    2.1 BlitzForce PART IDENTIFICATION Figure 2.1 identifi es the various parts and controls of the Portable Monitor. Valve Carrying Handle Handle Pivoting Outlet with Removable Stream Straightener Elevation Holding Handle Mechanism Locking Knob Safety Anchor Strap Elevation Inlet Reel Assembly...

  • Page 5: Carbide Spikes

    2.3.1 CARBIDE SPIKES The BlitzForce Portable Monitor has 3 tungsten carbide tipped spikes on the legs and the base to resist sliding by digging into the surface the monitor is sitting on. The amount of sliding force these spikes can withstand depends upon the amount of downward and sideways force that is on the base and the hardness and texture of the surface the spikes are in contact with.

  • Page 6: Elevation Holding Mechanism

    3.0 FLOWS AND PRESSURES The BlitzForce Portable Monitor is designed for maximum fl ows of 500 GPM (2000 LPM) and a maximum pressure of 175 PSI (12 BAR). Do not exceed these limits. An inadequate supply of pressure and/or fl ow will cause an ineff ective stream and can result in WARNING injury, death or loss of property.
  • Page 7 3.6 OPERATING ENVELOPE AND PRESSURE LOSS Flow (L/MIN) 1000 1500 2000 Maximum Monitor Inlet Pressure Flow (GPM) Figure 3.6a BlitzForce Operating Envelope FLOW (LPM) 1200 1600 2000 40.0 35.0 OSCILLATING BLITZFORCE 30.0 18 PSI LOSS AT 500 GPM 25.0 BLITZFORCE PORTABLE MONITOR 20.0...

  • Page 8: Deployment Of Blitzforce Portable Monitor

    4.2 CARRYING WITH A CHARGED HOSE On a charged hose the BlitzForce Portable Monitor may be carried by holding the T-shaped handle located on top of valve body as shown in fi gure 4.3. Shut-off valve handle should be locked in the closed position to keep the valve from inadvertently opening.

  • Page 9: Anchoring

    5.0 ANCHORING The nozzle reaction force on the BlitzForce Portable Monitor may be as high as 330 lbs - 500 GPM at 175 PSI (150 kg- 2000 LPM at 12 BAR). This nozzle reaction must be restrained to keep the monitor from moving.

  • Page 10: Anchoring By Hooking Legs

    5.3 ANCHORING BY HOOKING LEGS The legs on the BlitzForce Portable Monitor point back slightly so they can act as a hook for anchoring on posts, walls, door frames or other fi xed objects. Sliding can occur if the legs are unhooked due to the infl uence of the hose, nozzle, or operator. See fi gure 5.3 for illustrations of this.

  • Page 11: Anchoring By Tying Off With Safety Strap

    fl owing water. Figure 5.4 shows the deployment method for the strap mechanism and the elements of tying off the monitor. Strap Storage Take-up Reel Safety Hook Figure 5.4 Tying Off of BlitzForce Portable Monitor ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2006-2018 LIX-730 January 8, 2018 Rev08...

  • Page 12: Osc Oscillating Unit

    20, 30 and 40 degree sweep. The oscillating mechanism can be uncoupled and the water stream can be aimed manually. The speed of oscillation is a function of fl ow rate, see the BlitzForce Oscillation Speed graph on page 10. A minimum fl ow rate of 175 GPM is required for proper oscillator operation.

  • Page 13: Oscillating Speed And Coverage

    7.0 STORAGE The monitor may be stored pre-connected to its hose on the optional storage bracket, TFT part number XXL-B. The storage bracket may be mounted on a horizontal surface, or a vertical surface with the nozzle end pointing down or sideways.

  • Page 14: Exploded View And Parts List

    8.0 EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LISTS 8.1 BlitzForce PORTABLE MONITOR EXPLODED VIEW ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2006-2018 LIX-730 January 8, 2018 Rev08...
  • Page 15 8.1 BlitzForce PORTABLE MONITOR PARTS LIST INDEX DESCRIPTION ITEM # INDEX DESCRIPTION ITEM # GASKET 2.5" V3190 PLUNGER 5/16-18 X 37/64 .156" BALL XXL506 STRAP PIN XXL585 COUPLING 2.5" M307* SPRING URETHANE XXL583 1/4-28 X 1/2 SOCKET SET SCREW VT25-28SS500...

  • Page 16: Blitzforce Oscillator Exploded View

    8.2 BlitzForce OSCILLATOR EXPLODED VIEW ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2006-2018 LIX-730 January 8, 2018 Rev08...
  • Page 17 8.2 BlitzForce OSCILLATOR PARTS LIST INDEX DESCRIPTION ITEM # SMALLEY RING V4280 SPRING TUBE XX367 WASHER XX364 LINK XX363 SPRING XX371 SMALLEY RING VR4340 SLIDER BLOCK XX368 LATCHING PULL PIN SUBASSEMBLY XX935 DETENT BUSHING XX376 XX061 WASHER XX377 SPRING C031...

  • Page 18: Xxl-B Storage Bracket Installation Instructions

    BlitzForce Portable Monitor. The BlitzForce Portable Monitor Storage Bracket comes with 1/4-20 Stainless Steel Self tapping screws. If the material beneath the Storage Bracket is thick and substantial enough, the self-tapping screws may be screwed directly into the mounting surface. If the backside of the mounting surface is accessible, clearance holes may be drilled, and the nuts and washers may be used on the backside.

  • Page 19: Mounting Bracket Dimensions

    9.3 MOUNTING BRACKET DIMENSIONS 8 1 4 " [210mm] 7 " [177.8mm] " [9.5mm] Hole Size Chart for Self Tapping Screws ALUMINUM STEEL Material Inches Use Drill Material Inches Use Drill Thickness Thickness 5/64-3/32 .206 3/32 .213 .213 .221 3/16 .221 3/16 .228...

  • Page 20: Bracket Exploded View And Parts List

    10.0 BRACKET EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART# FRONT SPIKE BRACKET XXL491 LATCH XX495 RIGHT LEG BRACKET XXL492R LEFT LEG BRACKET XXL492L SUPPORT BRACKET XXL494 LABEL - STORAGE BRACKET BL XXL695 1/4 - 20 x 1 SELF TAP SCREW VT25-20ST1.0 1/4 STAINLESS WASHER NOT INCLUDED...
  • Page 21 TFT, at 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA, within a reasonable time after discovery of the defect. TFT will examine the equipment. If TFT determines that there is a defect attributable to it, it will correct the problem within a reasonable time.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Any BlitzForce taken out of service due to failure should be returned to the factory for repair or replacement. If you have any questions regarding the testing or maintenance of your monitor, please call Task Force Tips at 800-348-2686.

  • Page 23: Records

    12.1.3 RECORDS A record of testing and repairs must be maintained from the time the monitor is purchased until it is discarded. Each TFT monitor is engraved with a unique serial number which, if so desired, can be used to identify monitor for documentation purposes.

  • Page 24: Operation Checklist

    10) Monitor is pointed in a safe direction. when hose is charged. Charged Hose Any BlitzForce Portable Monitor failing any part of the inspection checklist is unsafe and must WARNING have the problem corrected before use. Operating a BlitzForce Portable Monitor that fails any of the above inspections is a misuse of this equipment.

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