Task Force Tips MASTERSTREAM Series Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance
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MASTERSTREAM NOZZLE SERIES
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
TASK FORCE TIPS, Inc.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005
MANUAL: Deluge Nozzles
With Automatic Pressure Control
Read instruction manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the
manual and receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. A person who has not
read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate any
of the Masterstream Series Nozzles.
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel
with the operation, servicing and safety procedures associated with the Masterstream
Series firefighting nozzles.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
2300 - 15000 LPM @ 5.5 - 8.3 BAR (550 - 830 KPA)
MASTERSTREAM 1250
150 - 1250 GPM @ 100 PSI
600 - 4700 LPM @ 7 BAR (700 KPA)
MASTERSTREAM 2000
300 - 2000 GPM @ 80 - 120 PSI
1100 - 7600 LPM @ 5.3 - 8.3 BAR (550 - 830 KPA)
MASTERSTREAM 4000
600 - 4000 GPM @ 80 - 120 PSI
2800 E. Evans Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383-6940 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05
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- Page 1 A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate any of the Masterstream Series Nozzles. This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing and safety procedures associated with the Masterstream Series firefighting nozzles.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or WARNING serious injury. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05... -
Page 3: General Information
2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION The Task Force Tips Masterstream Series Nozzles are automatic pressure control deluge nozzles. These automatic nozzles operate by sensing the pressure at the nozzle's inlet and adjusting the discharge opening to maintain a constant pressure throughout the flow range of the nozzle. -
Page 4: Use With Salt Water
Fig 1D Stream Shaper moved remotely by electricity (12-24 volts) Fig 1E Stream Shaper moved by linear (push/pull) motion from user's mechanism FIG 1 - Methods for Moving Stream Shaper ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05... -
Page 5: Hydraulic Installation
Note: Turning the shaper further forward will cause stream crossover and reduce the effective reach of the nozzle. 2.6 USE WITH FOAM The Masterstream Series nozzles may be used with foam solutions. Refer to fire service training for the proper use of foam. WARNING For Class B fires, lack of foam or interruption in the foam stream can cause a break in the foam blanket and greatly increase the risk of injury or death. -
Page 6: Flow Characteristics Of Masterstream 1250
110 PSI SETTING 100 PSI SETTING 90 PSI SETTING 80 PSI SETTING FLOW RANGE FLOW (GPM) 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 FIG 3B - Masterstream 4000 Pressure Performance ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05... -
Page 7: Determining Flow With Pre-Piped Monitors
Deliver any desired flow by adjustment of pump pressure. 3.4 STREAM TRAJECTORY DATA Figures 4A, 4B and 4C give the stream trajectory for the Masterstream Series nozzles at various flows. Notes on trajectory graphs: • Graphs show approximate effective stream trajectory at 30 degrees elevation in no wind conditions. Distance to last water drops approximately 10% farther. - Page 8 MASTERSTREAM 2000, 120 PSI (8.3 BAR, 830 KPA) HORIZONTAL DISTANCE (FEET) CURVE FLOW REACTION CURVE FLOW REACTION 1100 2300 1000 3800 1500 5700 2000 1100 7500 FIG 4B - Masterstream 2000 Stream Trajectory ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05...
- Page 9 HORIZONTAL DISTANCE (FEET) CURVE FLOW REACTION CURVE FLOW REACTION 2300 1000 3800 2000 1200 7600 3000 1700 11000 4000 2300 15000 1000 FIG 4C - Masterstream 4000 Trajectory ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05...
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Page 10: Flushing Debris
In the event of a blockage, it may be necessary to retreat to a safe area. RETURN SPRING PISTON PUSH ROD CYLINDER SPRAY LUBE SHAFT LUBE LUBE LUBE FIG 5A - Masterstream 1250 Front End Parts ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05... - Page 11 FIG 5B - Masterstream 2000 Nozzle Front End Parts LUBE LUBE LUBE RETURN SPRING POPPET SHAFT CONTROL SPRING LUBE PISTON CYLINDER FIG 5C - Masterstream 4000 Nozzle Front End Parts ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2005 LIM-030 October 12, 2005 Rev 05...
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Page 12: Maintenance
Task Force Tips, Inc., 2800 East Evans Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-6940 ("TFT") warrants to the original purchaser of its Masterstream 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.