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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION
DANGER
MONSOON
Maximum Recommended Pressure is 200 psi (14 bar)
TASK FORCE TIPS, Inc.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005
MONSOON MONITOR
& MONSOON RC MONITOR
AND MAINTENANCE
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 the Monsoon or Monsoon RC Monitor.
MONSOON RC
2800 E. Evans Ave., Valparaiso, IN 46383-6940 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02

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  • Page 1 DANGER 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 the Monsoon or Monsoon RC Monitor. MONSOON MONSOON RC Maximum Recommended Pressure is 200 psi (14 bar) TASK FORCE TIPS, Inc.
  • Page 2 6. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other severe injury. FEMSA Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Services Association, Inc. P.O. Box 147, Lynnfield, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..... . . 4 5.11 Monsoon RC Aerial Truck Installation ... . 24-25 2.0 Safety...

  • Page 4: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words

    Standard outlet is 3.5” NH (90 mm) rigid male thread. The Monsoon RC is an electric remote controlled monitor that has all the benefits of the Monsoon monitor with the addition of powered operation. Designed for field changeable 12 VDC or 24 VDC operation. The Monsoon RC comes with a factory installed control panel mounted on the monitor for controlling horizontal rotation, elevation, and nozzle pattern.

  • Page 5: Mechanical And Electrical Specifications

    Transmitter Batteries Use ONLY four (4) AA NiCad Batteries Transmitter Power Operating Frequency 2.4 GHz Agency Approvals FCC Part 15 - United States ISC - Canada CE - European Union ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 6: Part Identification And Models

    90° left and right (180° total). The various models of Monsoon monitors shown in figures 3.2A, 3.2B, 3.2C and 3.2D. The monitor mounted control station on the standard remote controlled model is shown in figure 3.2E.

  • Page 7: Inlets And Outlets

    3.3 INLETS AND OUTLETS The standard Monsoon Monitor inlet is CODE-RPF for direct connection to TFT's Extend-A-Gun RC4 (4 inch size). Monitor inlet CODE- RLF is available for direct connection to Extend-A-Gun RC3 (3 inch size). The standard outlet is 3.5”-6 National Hose male. Various other inlet and outlet adapters are available as shown in figure 3.3A.

  • Page 8: Overall Dimensions

    3.4 OVERALL DIMENSIONS ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...
  • Page 9 3.4 OVERALL DIMENSIONS ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 10: Electrical Controls

    3.5 ELECTRICAL CONTROLS The electric Monsoon RC monitor is controlled by a powerful, state-of-the-art electronics system. The key components of the system are the motor control boards (Y5100) and a communication board (Y5110). Each motor control board has its own microprocessor and a sophisticated motor control chip.

  • Page 11: Inlet Fittings Or Extend-A-Gun Rc Installation

    4.2 INLET FITTING OR EXTEND-A-GUN RC INSTALLATION The Monsoon Monitor is available with various inlet fittings as shown in fig 3.3A. When the inlet fittings are used see figure 4.2A for the addition to overall height. The Monsoon Monitor also connects directly to TFT's Extend-A-Gun RC3 or RC4. The fittings and Extend-A- Gun RC are attached to the monitor by means of a threaded joint with an o-ring seal.
  • Page 12 Ahead Reference Mark on the monitor. NOTE: Monsoon monitor, for use with Extend-A-Gun RC, comes with the wire installed in a nylon tube. The nylon tubing gives the wire additional stiffness so it better follows as the Extend-A-Gun RC extends or retracts. A fitting is also supplied and is to be used where the nylon tubing and wire pass though the deck.

  • Page 13: Nozzle Installation

    4.3 NOZZLE INSTALLATION The nozzle is simply screwed onto the monitor's exit threads. If the nozzle is installed on a Monsoon RC (with electric motors) assure that the nozzle's coupling does not make contact with the horizontal drive motor housing when the monitor is in it's lowest elevation position.

  • Page 14: Elevation Travel Stops

    4.5 ELEVATION TRAVEL STOPS The range of elevation travel for the Monsoon Monitor is 90 degrees above zero to 45 degrees below zero. The elevation range may be limited by installing the supplied stop bolts at the locations shown is figures 4.5A and 4.5B. Consult factory for other ranges. The figures include installation notes.

  • Page 15: Electrical Controls Installation

    11/32” nut driver 20mm open-end box wrench #2 Phillips screwdriver Wire cutter/stripper 17mm open-end box wrench Small flat blade screwdriver Terminal crimping tool 5/32” drill bit Utility knife 25/32” drill bit ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 16: Primary Monitor Operator Station

    If knob cannot be turned and motor continues to operate, then the voltage supply or wiring is not adequate. Check connections and voltage connection point, rewire if necessary. NOTE: Override knob will only turn in one direction. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...
  • Page 17 JOYSTICK OR INSTALLER SUPPLIED SWITCHES. SEE SECTION 5.1.2 FOR TABLE DEPICTING RED AND BLACK WIRELESS RECEIVER COLOR CODE. TO POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER Fig 5.1.2D Fig 5.1.2E Wireless Operator Station Connections Main Power Connections ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 18: Optional Monitor Operator Stations

    5.2 OPTIONAL MONITOR OPERATOR STATIONS The electronic package for the Monsoon RC is designed for multiple operator stations. The operator stations use an RS-485 communication design and the communication boards in each station are connected in series. This gives the flexibility to choose more than one location on a truck to operate the monitor.

  • Page 19: Wireless Monitor Operator Station

    Connect the positive lead to the terminal marked CHARGE BATT and the negative (ground) lead to the terminal marked GROUND. Do not make connections to any other terminals. The circuit from the truck power distribution center should be energized continuously to keep the transmitter fully charged. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 20: Joystick Monitor Operator Station

    Do not connect 12VDC to Communication Interface Box wires if configured for GROUND inputs. This will result in Fig 5.5.2.1 damage to the communication board. See section 5.7.3. Joystick Operator Station Wiring to Communication Interface Box ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 21: Toggle Switch Monitor Operator Station

    5.6.2 ELECTRICAL WIRING See section 5.1.2C if connecting to a Primary Operator Station. See section 5.10 if connecting directly to monitor. Figure 5.6.1 Toggle Switch Operator Station Hole Dimensions ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 22: Communication Interface Box

    3-1/2” (89 mm) Fig 5.8.1 MOUNT ENCLOSURE WITH Monitor Position Display (2) #10 FASTENERS. Hole Dimensions TIGHTEN SECURELY. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 23: Connecting Monitor Cable Directly To Protected Power

    Voltage supplied to PRIMARY OPERATOR STATION should not fall below 13 volts when monitor is in operation. Figure 5.10 Electrical Components (operator station directly to monitor installations) ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 24: Monsoon Rc Aerial Truck Installation

    105 ft ..10AWG 130 ft ..2-12AWG Toggle Switch Operator Station (Y4E-TS) Sec 5.6 Figure 5.11.2.1 Electrical Components (ladder installations) ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 25: Electrical Nozzle Actuator Wiring

    5.12 ELECTRIC NOZZLE ACTUATOR WIRING The electric Monsoon RC monitor is designed to control and is factory wired for an electric actuated nozzle. A Task Force Tips, Inc. Masterstream 1250, 1500 or 2000 nozzle is available with the proper electric connection. After mounting the Masterstream 1250, 1500 or 2000 nozzle onto the monitor, plug the male cord from the nozzle into the female cord located on the outlet of the monitor.

  • Page 26: Operation

    6.2 ELECTRICAL MODEL 6.2.1 OPERATOR STATIONS The electric Monsoon RC monitor has eight different styles of operator stations for use in various locations on the fire truck or fire ground. The design of the operator station communications allows users to override commands on other stations. The "last" button pressed has control.

  • Page 27: Joystick Operator Station

    A label is supplied with each operator station that can be mounted on or near the station as a reminder of how to program the OSCILLATE pattern. The OSCILLATE pattern needs to be programmed before use. The pattern will be cleared each time power is cycled to the monitor. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 28: Programming

    POWER ® STRAIGHT STREAM WARNING Read manual before use. 800-348-2686 AUX 2 AUX 1 AUX 2 www.tft.com WARNING Read manual before use. Y5700 Fig 6.2.5 Operator Station Button Layouts ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 29: Override Handwheels

    Monsoon Monitor is factory supplied with handwheels or knobs so the monitor may be manually operated. The factory supplied handwheels are 6 inches in diameter. To make the Monsoon RC more compact the manual override handwheels may be removed.
  • Page 30 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 60 PSI 80 PSI 100 PSI 50 PSI 40.0 80.0 120.0 160.0 200.0 240.0 280.0 HORIZONTAL DISTANCE (FEET) Fig 6.4.1C Stacked Tip Stream Trajectory Graphs ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 31: Master Stream 2000 Nozzle

    METERS CURVE FLOW REACTION MASTERSTREAM 2000, 100 PSI (7 BAR, 700 KPA) 1000 1500 2000 1000 CURVE FLOW REACTION 1100 2300 3800 5700 7500 HORIZONTAL DISTANCE (FEET) EXCEL\MISC\RAN_MON ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 32: Monsoon Monitor Friction Loss

    4 PSI AT 1000 GPM 1000 1500 2000 Flow (GPM) Fig 6.4.3F - Monsoon Monitor Friction Loss 6.5 STREAM STRAIGHTENERS 6.5.1 STREAM STRAIGHTENERS WITH STACKED TIP NOZZLES Turbulence though the Monsoon Monitor is very low but stream quality and reach can be improved with the...

  • Page 33: Trouble Shooting

    Interchange motor control boards. Check if problem persists with same axis. If yes, replace motor. Remove encoder cover and check for RED light just below disk. If no light, encoder is bad. Replace motor. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 34: Maintenance And Inspection

    8.0 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION The Monsoon Monitor requires little maintenance. The monitor should be kept clean and free of dirt. All controls should be checked for freedom of movement and proper operation before each use. Consult factory for recommended service procedure. Any inoperable or damaged parts should be repaired or replaced immediately.

  • Page 35: Drawings And Parts List

    9.0 MONSOON RC DRAWING & PARTS LIST POWER CABLE TO TFT ER NOZZLE MALE PLUG Fig 9.0A Monsoon Monitor TO HORIZONTAL Control Box Assembly GEAR MOTOR TO VERTICAL GEAR MOTOR DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. CABLE FITTING PG11 Y5205 CABLE FITTING PG9...
  • Page 36 9.0 MONSOON DRAWING & PARTS LIST Fig 9.0B Monsoon Mechanical Parts Exploded View ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...
  • Page 37 CRANK BUSHING A1513 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW VT37-16BH1.5 HANDWHEEL LABEL; DOWN <-> UP Y4175 HANDWHEEL LABEL; RIGHT <-> LEFT Y4170 NAME LABEL: MONSOON (MANUAL MODEL) Y4182 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...
  • Page 38 9.0 MONSOON RC DRAWING & PARTS LIST Fig 9.0C Monsoon RC Exploded View of Electric Parts ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...
  • Page 39 Y4616 1/4-28X3/4 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW VT25-28SH750 O-RING-018 3/4 ID 1/16 C/S VO-018 CONDUIT FITTING Y5213 HOSE - 3/8" ID PUSH-LOK 1 FOOT Y5250 NAME LABEL: MONSOON RC Y4180 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2004-2005 LIY-200 September 14, 2005 Rev02...

  • Page 40: Warranty

    Task Force Tips, Inc., Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-6940 (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its Monsoon and Monsoon RC Monitor (“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.

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