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9.0 MAINTENANCE
The Protector station monitor requires no routine maintenance. All seals slide on plastic surfaces and require no periodic greasing.
The swiveling joints use plastic sliding elements that also do not require grease. The Protector should be inspected annually and
after each use.
CAUTION
9.1 REPAIR
Factory service is available with repair time seldom exceeding one day in our facility. Factory serviced appliances are repaired by
experienced technicians to original specifi cations, fully tested and promptly returned.
Repair parts and service procedures are available for those wishing to perform their own repairs. Task Force Tips assumes no liability
for damage to equipment or injury to personnel that is a result of user service.
For additional information on care, maintenance and testing, refer to: NFPA 1962: Standard for the Care, Use, Inspection,
Service Testing, and Replacement of Fire Hose, Couplings, Nozzles, and Fire Hose Appliances, 2013 Edition
9.2 LOWER SEAL AND VALVE SEAT
If the lower joint leaks externally or the valve does not fully shut off , then the lower seal and/or valve seat may need to be replaced.
To replace these parts:
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Turn off water.
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Remove coupling nut from lower clamp using 5/8" wrench or socket.
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Remove socket head cap screw from lower clamp using 3/8" male hex wrench.
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Separate the joint by pivoting the clamp piece off of the fl anged section.
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Pull out the valve seat and lower seal.
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Clean away dirt on fl anges and clamps.
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Inspect seal and sealing surfaces of valve seat and fl ange.
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Replace damaged parts as needed.
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Apply grease to surface of seal.
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Snap black seal into groove on white valve seat.
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Insert assembly into monitor, white end fi rst.
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Reassemble joint.
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Torque socket head cap screw to 50 ft-lbs prior to installing coupling nut.
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Torque coupling nut to 50 ft-lbs while preventing socket head cap screw from rotating.
9.3 UPPER SWIVEL SEAL AND SWIVEL INSERTS
If the upper swivel leaks or requires excessive force to swivel, then the upper swivel seal and/or plastic swivel inserts may need to
be replaced. To replace these parts:
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Turn off water.
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Remove the cotter pin and then the nut on the locking knob with a ½ inch (13mm) socket.
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Remove the locking knob.
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Separate the joint by pivoting the clamp piece off of the fl anged section.
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Pry out the swivel inserts and inspect for damage.
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Clean away dirt on fl anges and clamps.
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Inspect the seal and sealing surface of the fl ange.
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Replace damaged parts as needed.
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Apply grease to surface of seal.
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Reassemble joint.
10.0
ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
We appreciate the opportunity of serving you and making your job easier. If you have any problems or questions, our toll-free
"Hydraulics Hotline", 800-348-2686, is normally available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 1999-2017
Any alterations to the monitor and its markings could diminish safety and constitutes a misuse
of this product.
LIZ-010 December 26, 2017 Rev12
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