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Task Force Tips G-Force Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
NOTICE
NOTICE
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2011-2013
Read Instruction Manual before use. Operation of this nozzle without understanding the manual
and receiving proper training can be dangerous and is a misuse of this equipment. Call 800-348-
2686 with any questions.
This Instruction Manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with
the operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with the G-Force nozzle.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
MANUAL: G-Force Nozzle
Fixed, Selectable, Automatic and
Automatic with Flow Limiting
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
LIG-012 April 9, 2013 Rev02

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  • Page 1 2686 with any questions. This Instruction Manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with NOTICE the operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with the G-Force nozzle. This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel. NOTICE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SHAPER LOCK OUT LEVER 5.2.4 FLASH OVER POSITION ADJUSTMENT 6.0 USE WITH FOAM 6.1 FOAM ASPIRATING ATTACHMENTS 7.0 USE OF G-FORCE NOZZLES 8.0 FIELD INSPECTION 9.0 REPAIR 10.0 COLOR CODED VALVE HANDLE AND PISTOL GRIP 11.0 ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS 12.0 DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS...

  • Page 3: Safety

    2.0 SAFETY The Task Force Tips G-Force nozzles are designed to provide excellent performance under most fi re fi ghting conditions. Their rugged construction is compatible with the use of fresh water (see section 3.0 for saltwater use) as well as fi re fi ghting foam solutions.

  • Page 4: Various Models And Terms

    2.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS The G-Force nozzle is available in several different models and inlet connections. Basic body styles are shown in fi gure 2.1A DETENTS SELECTOR RING TACTILE INDICATOR OR SHAPER LOCK VARIOUS COUPLINGS STREAM SHAPER AVAILABLE NOZZLE WITH VALVE...

  • Page 5: Mechanical Specifications

    4.0 FLOW CHARACTERISTICS 4.1 FIXED FLOW A fi xed fl ow G-Force nozzle has one fi xed discharge orifi ce and a fl ush setting. A fi xed fl ow G-Force is fl ush able with the selector ring. 4.2 SELECTABLE FLOW A selectable G-Force nozzle has several fi...

  • Page 6: Automatic

    4.3 AUTOMATIC The G-Force is available with automatic pressure control and fl ush setting. Flow range and performance is shown in fi gure 4.3A. Flow (LPM) AUTOMATIC 230 - 570 l/min @ 700 kPa (7 bar) AUTOMATIC 60-150 GPM @ 100 PSI...

  • Page 7: Automatic With Flow Limiting

    4.4 AUTOMATIC WITH FLOW LIMITING The Automatic G-Force with fl ow limiting gives the utmost in fl exibility. Settings on the selector ring change the automatic nozzle’s maximum opening so that water can be conserved (with a small maximum opening). There are also selections that increase the nozzle’s initial opening so a larger amount of water can be fl...
  • Page 8 Flow (gpm) Flow (LPM) 30-80 60-110 110-150 GPM @ 75 PSI 100-300 240-420 420-570 l/min @ 500 kPa (5 bar) FLUSH Flow (gpm) Figure 4.4A G-Force Automatic With Flow Limiting ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2011-2013 LIG-012 April 9, 2013 Rev02...

  • Page 9: Flush Control

    For additional stress reduction, a hose rope or strap may also be used. This permits more effective use and ease of advancement, while minimizing strain and fatigue ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2011-2013 LIG-012 April 9, 2013 Rev02...

  • Page 10: Pattern Control

    The fog angle can be adjusted (see section 5.2.4) so that a desired fog angle is achieved when the tactile indicator in on top of the nozzle. The G-Force has an optional detent to aid in returning to a known fog angle.

  • Page 11: Shaper Lock Out Lever

    5.2.4 STREAM PATTERN POSITION ADJUSTMENT Typically the G-Force is factory set with the tactile indicator or lock out lever in the top position for a partial fog stream pattern. The stream pattern can be adjusted while keeping the tactile indicator or lock out lever on top by following the steps in fi gure 5.2.4A: 1) Remove the shaper label.

  • Page 12: Use With Foam

    6.0 USE WITH FOAM The G-Force nozzle may be used with foam solutions. Refer to fi re service training for the proper use of foam. For Class B fi res, lack of foam or interruption in the foam stream can cause a break in the foam WARNING blanket and greatly increase the risk of injury or death.

  • Page 13: Field Inspection

    Performance tests shall be conducted on the G-Force nozzle after a repair, or anytime a problem is reported to verify operation in accordance with TFT test procedures. Consult factory for the procedure that corresponds to the model and serial number of the nozzle.

  • Page 14: Drawings And Part Lists

    12.0 DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS 23 24 11 13 14 15 41 42 65 66 67 68 69 70 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2011-2013 LIG-012 April 9, 2013 Rev02...
  • Page 15 AUTO 100 PSI 60-150 GPM, LOW (150 I.O.) G641L9L AUTO 7 BAR 250-570 LPM, LOW (570 I.O.) G641L9LM AUTO 75 PSI 60-150 GPM, LOW (150 I.O.) G641L10L AUTO 5 BAR 240-570 LPM, LOW (570 I.O.) G641L10LM ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2011-2013 LIG-012 April 9, 2013 Rev02...

  • Page 16: Inspection Checklist

    Task Force Tips, Inc., 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its G-Force 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 fi...

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