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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing and
safety procedures associated with the VORTEX fire fighting nozzles.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
TASK FORCE TIPS LLC
MADE IN USA • tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019
VORTEX
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
tft.com/serial-number
NOZZLE MANUAL
TM
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. Firefighting 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
Firefighting 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, Lynnfield, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02
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- Page 1 P.O. Box 147, Lynnfield, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org TASK FORCE TIPS LLC 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA 800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155 MADE IN USA • tft.com ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
10.0 EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LISTS 11.0 WARRANTY 12.0 MAINTENANCE 12.1 FIELD LUBRICATION 12.2 SERVICE TESTING 12.2.1 HYDROSTATIC TESTING 12.2.2 FLOW TESTING 12.2.3 RECORDS 12.3 REPAIR 13.0 OPERATION AND INSPECTION CHECKLIST ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 3: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words
A 1 3/8” waterway is integrated into every Vortex 1.5” & 2.5” model. For lower flow rates, any smaller sized smooth-bore tip may be attached to the 1.5” NH male threads. ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 4: Various Models And Terms
Stored Temperature Rating -40 to 150°F / -40 to 65°C Materials used Aluminum 6000 series hard anodized MIL8625 class 3 type 2, stainless steel 300 series, nylon 6-6, nitrile rubber ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 5: Nozzle Couplings
The required parts for each serial number are available online by entering tft.com/H123456 with the numbers corresponding to the serial number engraved on the product. Flow (lpm) Flow (GPM) Figure 4.0 1-3/8” Waterway Flow Chart ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 6: Nozzle Controls
5.1.2 TIP ONLY Tip only nozzles have NO shut-off valve within the nozzle and MUST be used with a separate ball valve and smooth-bore tip. ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 7: Pattern Control
The nozzle reaction is greatest when the shaper is in the straight stream position. The nozzle operator must be prepared for a change in reaction as the pattern is changed. WARNING ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 8: Use With Foam
• Tan Preconnect #4 or discharge #2 White • Purple Discharge #3 Blue Discharge #4 Black Discharge #5 Green Foam Lines Red w/ White border (Red/White) Booster Reels Gray ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 9: Exploded Views And Parts Lists
STREAM PATTERN LABEL SVF131 DETENT VALVE BODY P110 VORTEX PATTERN LABEL SVF132 REDUCTION J INSERT P119J ROLLER SVF114 VANE SVF110 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL THREADS O-RING-015 VO-015 ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 10: Warranty
11.0 WARRANTY Task Force Tips LLC, 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its VORTEX series nozzles (“equipment”), and to anyone to whom it is transferred, that the equipment shall be free from defects in material and workmanship during the five (5) year period from the date of purchase. -
Page 11: Maintenance
NFPA 1962: Standard for the care, use, inspection, service testing, and replacement of fire hose, couplings, nozzles and fire hose appliances. (2013 ed., Section 5.5.4). Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Agency. ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2016-2019 LIS-040 April 8, 2019 Rev02... -
Page 12: Repair
Any returns should include a note as to the nature of the problem and whom to reach in case of questions. 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.