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Task Force Tips MASTER FOAM Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing, and
safety procedures associated with the MASTER FOAM self-educting nozzle.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
WARNING
Fixed Flow Rate:
250, 350, 500, or 750 GPM
Nominal Pressure:
100 PSI
Nominal Foam
Percentages:
0.5%, 1%, 3%, or 6%
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2003 - 2011
MANUAL: MASTER FOAM
GPM SELF-EDUCTING FOAM NOZZLE
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 qualifi ed to operate the MASTER FOAM
self-educting nozzle.
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
FIXED
LIZ-030 September 27, 2011 Rev07

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  • Page 1 Read instruction manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual WARNING 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 qualifi ed to operate the MASTER FOAM self-educting nozzle. DANGER...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor CAUTION or moderate injury. NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. NOTICE ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2003 - 2011 LIZ-030 September 27, 2011 Rev07...

  • Page 3: General Information

    90° wide fog and straight stream. The nozzle’s baffl e is removable for fl ushing debris. The standard swivel coupling is 2.5” NH, NPSH or BSP female threads. The MASTER FOAM Nozzle can educt foam concentrates at 0.5%, 1%, 3% and 6%.

  • Page 4: Pattern Control

    3.3 PATTERN CONTROL The MASTER FOAM’s spray pattern is adjustable from straight stream to a 90° wide fog. Turning the stream shaper clockwise (as seen from the operating position behind the nozzle -see fi gure 2.3) moves the shaper to the straight stream position. Turning the shaper counterclockwise will result in an increasingly wider pattern.

  • Page 5: Use Of Foam

    - soaking and penetration of fuel low expansion nozzle - greater stream reach piercing nozzle Apply with medium expansion nozzle for: medium expansion nozzle - greater coverage - longer lasting - insulating ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2003 - 2011 LIZ-030 September 27, 2011 Rev07...

  • Page 6: Setting Foam Percentage

    The foam percentage is controlled by an orifi ce plate that is installed in the nozzle at the mouth of the concentrate inlet (see fi gure 2.5.3). The MASTER FOAM comes with orifi ce plates for 0.5%, 1%, 3% and 6%. Each orifi ce plate is marked with the percentage and nozzle fl...

  • Page 7: Concentrate Hose Connection

    Fig 2.5.2b Proportioning Accuracy With Pressure Variation Note: In any eductor type system the accuracy of proportioning depends on the viscosity of the foam concentrate. The orifi ce plates for the MASTER FOAM nozzle have been calibrated at 70 degrees F as follows: PERCENT FOAM USED FOR CALIBRATION 0.5% and 1%...

  • Page 8: Use Of Foamjet Lx

    The MASTER FOAM self-educting nozzle requires no routine maintenance. The shaper seal slides on a plastic surface and requires no grease. The nozzle should be inspected regularly to assure proper operation. In particular, check that: •...
  • Page 9 1-1/2" Cam Lock Fitting Standard 8' Hose 1-1/2" Cam Lock Fitting Optional 10' Hose Z625A-Alum 2" Female Cam Lock Fitting Fig 2.5.3b Typical Master Foam Set Ups ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2003 - 2011 LIZ-030 September 27, 2011 Rev07...
  • Page 10 A= TFT MASTER FOAM 3% FOAM AT 250 GPM AND 100 PSI B= TFT MASTER FOAM WITH FOAMJET LX HORIZONTAL DISTANCE (FEET) A= TFT MASTER FOAM 3% FOAM AT 350 GPM AND 100 PSI B= TFT MASTER FOAM WITH FOAMJET LX...
  • Page 11 2.5” Coupling Gasket (NH, NPSH) V3190 Washer .375 OD x .156 ID x .030 Thick VW375-156-30 — Dust Cap (not pictured) Z621-R *Specify Language using identifi cation number on tank graphic ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2003 - 2011 LIZ-030 September 27, 2011 Rev07...

  • Page 12: Warranty

    5.0 WARRANTY Task Force Tips, Inc., 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its nozzles and other equipment (“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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