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INSTRUCTION FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE
DANGER
TASK FORCE TIPS LLC
MADE IN USA · tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2008-2021
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 tft.com/
serial-number.
This equipment is intended for use by trained and qualified emergency services personnel for
firefighting. All personnel using this equipment shall have completed a course of education
approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the
operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with this product. This manual should be
kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
(see section 3.3)
for Flow/Pressure Operations Envelope
TORNADO™ MONITOR
SERIES
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3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 · 219-462-6161 · Fax 219-464-7155
LIY-300 January 13, 2021 Rev18
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- Page 1 Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and DANGER receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at tft.com/ serial-number. This equipment is intended for use by trained and qualified emergency services personnel for firefighting.
- Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and DANGER receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at www.tft. com/serial-number SECTION 3.0 SECTION 4.9...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS 2.0 SAFETY 3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 3.1 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3.2 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3.3 OPERATING ENVELOPE 3.4 USE WITH SALT WATER 3.5 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS 3.6 INLETS AND OUTLETS 3.7 OVERALL DIMENSIONS 4.0 INSTALLATION 4.1 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4.2 STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS... -
Page 4: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words
MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS A safety related message is identified by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular hazard. Per ANSI Z535.6, the definitions of the four signal words are as follows: DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 5: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION The Tornado monitor is a 2 ¼ inch waterway, 500 gpm maximum monitor. It is available in several configurations including manually operated, electric remote or joystick controlled, and hydraulically oscillating versions. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS MANUAL ELECTRIC METRIC METRIC METRIC Weight 12 lbs 5.5 kg... -
Page 6: Operating Envelope
OPERATING ENVELOPE Damage or injury could result from operating the monitor beyond the safe operating envelope. Do WARNING not operate the monitor outside the envelope in the following graph(s). Tornado Operating Envelope Flow (lpm) 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 Maximum Nozzle Inlet Pressure Maximum Monitor Inlet Pressure... -
Page 7: Use With Salt Water
USE WITH SALT WATER Use with salt water is permissible provided the equipment is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use. The service life of the equipment may be shortened due to the effects of corrosion, and is not covered under warranty. VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS The Tornado monitor is available in several different models and inlet connections. -
Page 8: Inlets And Outlets
INLETS AND OUTLETS Available inlets and outlets are shown below and should be specified at time of order. The overall height and weight of the monitor may differ slightly based on the inlet and outlet configuration. 2.5" NH 1.5" NH 2.5"... -
Page 9: Overall Dimensions
51 mm Y2-*8*A 2.0” - 11.5 NPT FEMALE 1.50” 38 mm Y2-*9*A 3.0” - 8 NPT FEMALE 2.44” 62 mm Y2-*L*A TFT CODE-RLF 2.00” (fits Extend-A-Gun RC3) 51 mm ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2008-2021 LIY-300 January 13, 2021 Rev18... - Page 10 185° LEFT 7.00” [178mm] OSC MAX. [158mm] 360° 6.20 CONTINUOUS 8.20” [208mm] 185° RIGHT [153mm] 6.00 90° 13.80” [351mm] 90° [425mm] 45° 16.70 16.2” [315mm] [411mm] 12.40 12.10” [306mm] 45° Figure 3.7D Figure 3.7C TORNADO LT TORNADO OSC MODEL INLET FITTING TYPE ADDITIONAL HEIGHT Y2-SD*A 2.5”...
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Page 11: Installation
INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION See Remote Control (RC) Monitor Electrical Controls Supplemental Instructions LIY-500. STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS Reaction forces generated by master stream flows are capable of causing injury and property WARNING damage if not properly supported. Monitors should be securely installed by qualified individuals. •... -
Page 12: Quick Connect Inlet And Travel Ranges
QUICK CONNECT INLET AND TRAVEL RANGES The Tornado Monitor is available with various inlet fittings. These Inlet Adapters must be oriented upon installation so the Tornado will point in the desired direction. Travel ranges relative to the Straight Ahead Reference Mark are shown in Figure 4.3B. Figure 4.4 gives the location of the “Stop Bolts”, which are used to limit the travel. -
Page 13: Travel Stops
TRAVEL STOPS Stop bolts and adjustment disks can be installed to limit the travel of the monitor in either travel direction. Instructions on how to install the stop bolts and adjustment disks are shown below. INSTALL STOP BOLT #Y4145 ADJUSTMENT DISK, #Y3146 HERE TO LIMIT ELEVATION INSTALL ON THIS SIDE OF TRAVEL TO 90°... -
Page 14: Draining Residual Water
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER There is no drain on the Tornado monitor itself. A drain valve should be installed on the piping to which the monitor is attached. Monitors, valves, and piping may be damaged if frozen while containing sufficient amounts of WARNING water. -
Page 15: Coverage Area Of The Oscillating Monitor
5.2.5 COVERAGE AREA OF THE OSCILLATING MONITOR Because the nozzle attached to the oscillator must slow down, stop and reverse direction at the end CAUTION of each sweep, the ends of the covered area will receive more water than the center. If the center area of coverage needs the most cooling, occasionally narrow the area of coverage or use the oscillator manually. -
Page 16: Operation Of Rc Models
OPERATION OF RC MODELS See Remote Control (RC) Monitor Electrical Controls Supplemental Instructions LIY-500 for operation of the Tornado RC Monitors. RECOMMENDED PARK POSITION For truck mounted applications, it is recommended that the monitor be parked in a position such that the monitor’s nozzle rests against a bracket or support surface. -
Page 17: Flow Characteristics
When using a fog nozzle for flows below 300 gpm (1,100 L/min), it is recommended that no stream straightener be used since the fog nozzle’s flow path serves as a stream straightener. Above 300 gpm (1,100 L/min), TFT’s 5 inch Stream Straightener will generally improve a fog nozzle’s stream. -
Page 18: Warranty
46383-9327 USA, within a reasonable time after discovery of the defect. TFT will examine the equipment. If TFT determines that there is a defect attributable to it, TFT will correct the problem within a reasonable time. If the equipment is covered by this limited warranty, TFT will assume the expenses of repair. -
Page 19: Maintenance
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. Contact the factory or visit the web site at tft.com for parts lists, exploded views, test procedures and troubleshooting guides. -
Page 20: 10.0 Operation And Inspection Checklist
Operating equipment that has failed the checklist is a misuse of this equipment. TASK FORCE TIPS LLC 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA 800-348-2686 · 219-462-6161 · Fax 219-464-7155 MADE IN USA · tft.com ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2008-2021 LIY-300 January 13, 2021 Rev18...
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