Task Force Tips DECON/pak Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

Portable decontamination system

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Read instruction manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual
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and receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Users who have not read and
understood all operating and safety instructions are not qualified to operate this portable agent
system. This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel
with the operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with the DECON/pak Portable
Decontamination System. This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance
personnel.
Improper use of agent can result in injury or damage to the environment. Follow the agent
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concentrate manufacturer's instructions and fire service training to avoid using the wrong type of
agent for decontamination purposes.
There is a wide variety of agent concentrates. Each user is responsible for verifying that any agent
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concentrate chosen to be used with this unit has been tested to assure that the agent obtained is
suitable for the purpose intended.
UL521
D E C O N / p a k
POR TAB LE DEC ONT AM INA
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2017
MANUAL: DECON/pak Portable
Decontamination System
Pat# 5,810,0 89
TAS K FOR CE TIPS
Valpara iso, IN 46383-
9327
+1 219 462-61 61 • 800
348-26 86 • MADE IN
U.S.A.
WAR NING
Read manua l before
use.
www.t ft.com
TM
TIO N SYS TEM
P ATEN TED
UL502 -D
RATED FLOW
12 GPM at 100 PSI
45 L/MIN at 6.8 BAR
Minimum Operating Condition
30 L/MIN at 3 BAR
Maximum Operating Condition
27 GPM at 500 PSI
100 L/MIN at 40 BAR
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219- 462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
7 GPM at 40 PSI
LIU-050 December 4, 2017 Rev00

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  • Page 1 This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with the DECON/pak Portable Decontamination System. This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
  • Page 2 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 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2017 LIU-050 December 4, 2017 Rev00...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.6 AGENT QUALITY 5.7 SHUT DOWN AFTER USE (FLUSHING) 5.8 STORAGE 6.0 TROUBLE-SHOOTING 7.0 CLEAN UP AND MAINTENANCE 7.1 DRAIN HOLE 8.0 SPECIFICATIONS 9.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LIST 10.0 WARRANTY ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2017 LIU-050 December 4, 2017 Rev00...
  • Page 4: Meaning Of Signal Words

    Make sure the Flow Control Valve is off and the correct nozzle and Outlet Hose are securely CAUTION attached to the Control Block before the hose line is charged. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2017 LIU-050 December 4, 2017 Rev00...
  • Page 5: General Information

    The DECON/pak is not intended to be used for Class A , Class B, or any other type of foam concentrate. If you intend to use the DECON/pak for liquids other than decontamination agents and water, we urge you to contact Task Force Tips Service Department at 800-854-6864.
  • Page 6: Part Identification

    The viscosity of most agent concentrates changes with temperature, some thickening to a gel at temperatures of 40º F (4º C). The DECON/pak percentage knob was calibrated with ZepPowerPlex® Heavy-Duty Laundry Detergent. Actual agent concentrations vary with changes in water flow, agent concentrate temperature and viscosity. The user must verify that the concentrate’s performance is suitable for use in their application.
  • Page 7: Operation

    2.5 GAL 5.1 HOSE CONNECTION Attach inlet fire hose to the coupling on the inlet end of the DECON/pak. Larger hoses may be used with an adapter. For maximum maneuverability, we recommend attaching 1” hose into the DECON/pak itself. 5.2 FILLING TANK Unscrew the fill port lid by turning counterclockwise.
  • Page 8: Agent Quality

    Tube and holes. 5.7 SHUT DOWN AFTER USE (FLUSHING) DECON/pak should be flushed with water after each use to prevent agent concentrate from drying out inside of the Control Block and Percentage Knob. 1) Reduce pump pressure to 100 psi or less.
  • Page 9: Trouble-Shooting

    7.0 CLEAN UP AND MAINTENANCE Turn the percentage knob to the RINSE position. Use the hose, or hose and nozzle, to rinse off the DECON/pak. Reset percentage knob to proper percentage when finished. For years of service, periodically inspect your DECON/pak. Make sure the hose and fan nozzle are in place.
  • Page 10: Drawings And Parts List

    Agent Pick Up Tube - Polyethylene U201 Valve U250 Follower U251 Valve Pointer Label UL504 1.5 Coupling * F10097* 124 O-Ring VO-124 Port Plug B770 1/4-20x3/4 Stud U223 3/16 SS Balls V2120 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2017 LIU-050 December 4, 2017 Rev00...
  • Page 11 UL503-S TANK GRAPHIC-SPANISH Fill Port Handle U161 Name Label UL521-D 10-16 x 5/8 SS Screw VT10-16PH625 SS Washers VW500X203-60 Tank U100-GREEN* *Specify Language using identification number on tank graphic ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2017 LIU-050 December 4, 2017 Rev00...
  • Page 12: Warranty

    10.0 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 five (5) year period from the date of purchase.

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