Task Force Tips BLITZFIRE Series Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

Task Force Tips BLITZFIRE Series Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
DANGER
DANGER
This Instruction Manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing, and safety
procedures associated with the portable monitor.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
BLITZFIRE MONITOR
blitzfire
HIGH ELEVATION
BLITZFIRE MONITOR
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015
Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and
receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at www.tft
com/serial-number.
Risk of sliding increases at low elevation angles. To reduce risk of injury or death from sliding,
test safety shutoff before using.
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MANUAL: BLITZFIRE
Portable Monitor Series
Maximum Pressure at no fl ow:
300 PSI (20 bar)
Maximum Operating Condition:
175 PSI (12 bar) @ 500 GPM (2000 l/min)
Hydrostatic Proof Test:
900 PSI (62 bar) per NFPA 1965
BLITZFIRE
OSCILLATING MONITOR
blitzfire
HIGH ELEVATION BLITZFIRE
OSCILLATING MONITOR
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
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LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19

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  • Page 1 BLITZFIRE MONITOR HIGH ELEVATION BLITZFIRE OSCILLATING MONITOR TASK FORCE TIPS, INC. 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA 800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155 MADE IN USA • www.tft.com ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 3: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words

    • Flow range: up to 500 GPM (2000 LPM) • Vertical Stream Range: 10 to 46 or 86 degrees above horizontal • Horizontal Stream Range: +/- 20 degrees either side of centerline ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 4: Various Models And Terms

    Aluminum 6000 series hard anodized MIL8625 class 3 type 2, stainless steel 300 series, nylon 6-6, nitrile rubber 3.2.2 OPERATING ENVELOPE Flow (L/MIN) 1000 1500 2000 Maximum Monitor Inlet Pressure ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 5: Flow Control Valve Operation

    Injury or death from an out of control monitor can occur. If monitor gets out of control, retreat WARNING from monitor immediately. Do not attempt to regain control of monitor while it is fl owing. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 6: Safety Shut-Off Valve Operation

    Note: With water fl owing the valve has additional forces on it that will close the valve the rest of the way. If the Safety Shut-Off Valve fails the test, return the monitor to Task Force Tips to restore proper functioning of the safety shut-off...
  • Page 7: Manual Override Of Safety Shut-Off Valve

    Do not add or change dampening fl uid. Improper servicing may result in a malfunctioning safety WARNING shut-off valve. If service is needed on the slow close device, contact Task Force Tips service department at 800-348-2686. “Water Hammer” is present any time a valve is closed when water is fl owing. The eff ects of water WARNING hammer can be made worse with short hose lines, small hose lines, and high fl...
  • Page 8: Elevation Holding Mechanism

    Use with salt water is permissible provided the monitor is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use. The service life of the monitor may be shortened due to the eff ects of corrosion and is not covered under warranty. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 9: Flow Characteristics

    Be prepared for sudden changes in nozzle reaction caused by: Slug loading (Loss of foam concentrate sends slugs of air and water into the nozzle) sudden release of built-up pressure in the hose when opening a nozzle. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 10: Pressure Loss

    On a preconnected hoseline the Blitzfi re may be carried over the shoulder with the legs folded as illustrated in fi gure 5.2. Figure 5.2 Carrying the Blitzfi re on an Uncharged Hose ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 11: Advancing With A Charged Hose

    The holding ability of the spikes on soft surfaces such as sand, gravel and mud is generally poor, therefore other anchoring methods should be considered. Figure 6.1.2 Spike Caught in a Crack ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 12: Anchoring By Hooking Legs

    Blitzfi re and anchor as short as possible. Remove all slack between the Blitzfi re and anchor before fl owing water. Figure 6.1.4 shows the elements of tying off the monitor. Figure 6.1.4 Tying Off of Blitzfi re Monitor ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 13: Oscillation Unit General Information

    LIFT TO CHANGE SWEEP SETTING 40° PULL KNOB & TURN TO STOP OSCILLATION 30° 20° SLIDE TO CHANGE ANGLE SWEEP Fig. 7.3 Blitzfi re Monitor Oscillator ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 14: Oscillating Speed And Coverage

    NOTICE area based on the movement capability of the oscillating mechanism. Actual coverage will depend on fl ow, pressure, type of nozzle, angle of fog pattern and wind conditions. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 15: Approvals

    PIVOT PIN (3) PLACES XX550 RELEASE XX540 XX510 VT10-24SH500 XX530 XX560 LEAF SPRING VT37-16SNT (3) PLACES PAWL EXTENSION TEETH + NUT SPRING NOT SHOWN: XX520 RETAINER PLATE VP188X.38HDP SPIRAL PIN ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 16: Blitzfire Monitor Exploded View

    10.2 BLITZFIRE MONITOR EXPLODED VIEW FOR REPAIR INFORMATION ON THE AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF OR THE SLOW CLOSE MECHANISM, CONTACT TASK FORCE TIPS AT 800-348-2686. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 17: Blitzfire Monitor Parts List

    HIGH ELEVATION BLITZFIRE OUTLET 10.4 DISK XX640 SEE SECTION 3/8-16 X 1.7 BUTTON HEAD SCREW VT37-16BH1.7 HIGH ELEVATION BLITZFIRE OSCILLATOR 10.5 PULL PIN XX343 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL THREADS ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 18: Standard Blitzfire Outlet Exploded View

    ITEM # OUTLET XX420 1/8 NPT PLUG VFSP1M SS SWIVEL TRUNNION XX320 FRONT LEG XX460 3/8-16 X 1/2 FLAT HEAD SOCKET SCREW VT37-16FH750 SPIKE X480 O-RING-235 VO-235 RATCHET CLUTCH XX830-KIT ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 19: High Elevation Blitzfire Outlet Exploded View

    XX322 1/4-20 X 1 SOCKET HEAD SCREW VT25-20SH1.0 FRONT LEG XX460 3/8-16 X 1/2 FLAT HEAD SOCKET SCREW VT37-16FH750 SPIKE X480 O-RING-235 VO-235 1ST SEGMENT XX306 RATCHET CLUTCH XX830-KIT ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 20: Oscillating Exploded View

    10.5 OSCILLATOR EXPLODED VIEW ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 21: Oscillating Parts List

    SNAP RING 1-1/8 INTERNAL VR4255 O-RING-119 VO-119 SHAFT CAP XX037 WORM GEAR XX040 1/4-20 X 7/8 SOCKET HEAD SCREW VT25-20SH875 COVER XX045 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL THREADS ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...
  • Page 22: Warranty

    11.0 WARRANTY Task Force Tips, Inc., 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its Blitzfi re Monitor (“equipment”), and to anyone to whom it is transferred, that the equipment shall be free from defects in material and workmanship during the fi...
  • Page 23: Shutoff Valve Test

    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.
  • Page 24: Operation And Inspection Checklist

    Operating a Blitzfi re that fails any of the above inspections is a misuse of this equipment. TASK FORCE TIPS, INC. 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA 800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155 MADE IN USA • www.tft.com ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2015 LIX-630 July 2, 2015 Rev19...

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