Oscillating Speed And Coverage - Task Force Tips BLITZFIRE Series Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

7.4 OSCILLATION SPEED AND COVERAGE
Oscillation speed: The chart shows how many times per minute
the oscillator makes one complete cycle as a function of fl ow. The
higher the fl ow, the faster it oscillates.
For nozzle reach, refer to the operation manual for the specifi c
nozzle. For reach with oscillation, subtract 20% from the distance.
The speed of oscillation is a function of fl ow rate, see the Blitzfi re
Oscillation Speed graph. A minimum fl ow rate of 175 GPM is
required for proper oscillator operation.
61m 200
53m 175
45m 150
38m 125
30m 100
22m 75
15m 50
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NOTICE
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WIDTH OF COVERAGE
150 / 45m
125 / 38m
100 / 30m
75 / 23m
50 / 15m
Fig. 7.4 Oscillation Speed and Coverage
The type of nozzle and fl ow pressure are critical to the coverage area. The graph shows coverage
area based on the movement capability of the oscillating mechanism.
depend on fl ow, pressure, type of nozzle, angle of fog pattern and wind conditions.
APPROXIMATE
CYCLES/MIN
8
13
21
28
BLITZFIRE OSCILLATION SPEED
20 DEGREES
30 DEGREES
40 DEGREES
COVERAGE AREA
OF BLITZFIRE OSCILLATING UNIT
14
GPM L/MIN
175 650
250 1000
375 1500
500 2000
Actual coverage will
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