Summary of Contents for TFT Flip Tip Only No Shutoff
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Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and WARNING receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at tft.com/ serial-number This instruction manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing and safety procedures associated with the Flip Tip fi...
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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.
Table Of Contents 1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS ..............4 2.0 SAFETY ........................4 3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ..................4 3.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS................5 3.2 SPECIFICATIONS ....................5 3.3 NOZZLE COUPLINGS ................... 5 3.4 USE WITH SALTWATER ..................5 4.0 FLOW CHARACTERISTICS AND CHARTS ..............
3.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS The TFT Flip Tip nozzle is available in several diff erent confi gurations. The Flip Tip nozzle can be ordered with or without a pistol grip. Figure 3.1 shows the various models. Flow Control G-Force Fog Nozzle...
4.0 FLOW CHARACTERISTICS AND CHARTS The Flip Tip nozzle has fi xed orifi ce sizes. Relationship of fl ow and nozzle pressure at each orifi ce size is shown below. If the nozzle is connected behind a different nozzle, use the fl ow charts for the outlet nozzle. FLOW (LPM) 1000...
The removable stream straightener is a standard option for 1.5” connections. Our 2.5” connections utilize an optimized waterway in place of the stream straightener. If so desired, the straightener can still be used with a special 2.5” coupling (P198). Contact TFT for details. Stream Straightener...
5.3 REAR SMOOTH BORE INSERTS The rear smooth bore inserts may be removed by removing the retaining ring and pulling the insert out the front of the nozzle. 1-3/8” diameter if no insert is installed Smooth bore insert O-Ring Retaining ring (use a pick or similar tool to remove) Figure 5.3 Rear Smooth Bore Inserts...
8.0 COLOR CODED VALVE HANDLE AND PISTOL GRIP The TFT Flip Tip is supplied with black valve handle covers and black pistol grip. Handle covers are available from TFT in various colors for those departments wishing to color code the nozzle to the discharge controls. A colored handle cover set will be sent upon receipt of the warranty card and color selection form by TFT.
Repair parts and service procedures are available for those wishing to perform their own repairs. Task Force Tips assumes no liability for damage to equipment or injury to personnel that is a result of user service. Contact the factory or visit the web site at tft.
11.4.3 RECORDS A record of testing and repairs must be maintained from the time the nozzle is purchased until it is discarded. Each TFT nozzle is engraved with a unique serial number which, if so desired, can be used to identify nozzle for documentation purposes.
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