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TFT Extend-A-Gun VP Instruction For Safe Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

Remote control pneumatic telescoping waterway with integrated valve for deck mounted monitors
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INSTRUCTION FOR SAFE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE
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TASK FORCE TIPS LLC
MADE IN USA · tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021
Remote Control Pneumatic Telescoping Waterway
with Integrated Valve for Deck Mounted Monitors
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.
Extend-A-Gun VP™
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 · 219-462-6161 · Fax 219-464-7155
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LIX-575 June 24, 2021 Rev00

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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 DANGER PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response equipment and services want responders to know and understand the following: Firefighting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution at all times. 2.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 OPERATION BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES 4.2 MANUAL OVERRIDE 5.0 SIDE LOADS AT MOUNTING POINTS WORKSHEET 5.1 18” EXTEND-A-GUN VP (XGC38 SERIES) LOAD CHART 6.0 BRACKET SETS 6.2 SELECTION OF STRUCTURAL SUPPORT ON FIRE TRUCKS 6.3 BRACKET INSTALLATION 6.3.1 TUBE BRACKET INSTALLATION...

  • Page 4: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words

    Requirements for protective clothing and equipment are determined by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Damage may occur if the truck drives under a low hanging object while the Extend-A-Gun VP is CAUTION extended. Drain water from the piping and retract the Extend-A-Gun VP before moving the apparatus.

  • Page 5: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION The Extend-A-Gun VP is a remote controlled telescoping waterway with integrated shutoff valve designed to maximize firefighter safety while expanding the capabilities of deck mounted Master Stream devices. Its function is to elevate a mounted Master Stream device above other equipment on the apparatus, providing greater clearance and freedom of movement to the device.

  • Page 6: Parts Identification

    PARTS IDENTIFICATION OUTLET NAME & WARNING LABEL REED SWITCH (EXTENDED INDICATOR) REED SWITCH DECK PLATE (STOWED INDICATOR) MANUAL OVERIDE PIN PNEUMATIC CYLINDER TELESCOPING OUTER/INNER TUBES 1/4" QUICK CONNECT AIR LINE INPUT EXTEND AIR VALVE CONNECTION BAND CLAMP VALVE VALVE LOCK SOLENOID RETRACT AIR VALVE CONNECTION VALVE DRIVE SHAFT...

  • Page 7: Overall Dimensions

    OVERALL DIMENSIONS Figure 3.4 ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021 LIX-575 June 24, 2021 Rev00...

  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Extend-A-Gun VP from extending until heat in the pump compartment has melted the ice. MANUAL OVERRIDE The Extend-A-Gun VP is equipped with a manual override pin to lock the waterway in the raised position in the event of damage to the Truck or Air System to which the unit is connected.

  • Page 9: Side Loads At Mounting Points Worksheet

    • Inferior welding or poor plate installation could result in serious injury or equipment damage. • Torque all fasteners to specified values. I certify I have accurately and completely worked through the Extend-A-Gun VP Side Load Worksheet prior to Extend-A-Gun installation. NAME: _______________________________________...
  • Page 10 Locate the value of D1 on the appropriate side load chart for your installation and select a desired installation Height. Note: There are four side load charts, one corresponding to each combination of waterway diameter and extension height. These side load charts are located on the following pages. Locate the value of D2 on the appropriate side load chart corresponding to the selected installation Height.

  • Page 11: 18" Extend-A-Gun Vp (Xgc38 Series) Load Chart

    18” EXTEND-A-GUN VP (XGC38 SERIES) LOAD CHART LOAD CHART FOR 18” Extend-A-Gun VP (XGC38 SERIES) ONLY 3” WATERWAY WITH 18” EXTENSION Maximum Nozzle Reaction R = 950 lbf* Equivalent to 1250 gpm at 200 psi, 1600 gpm at 120 psi, 2010 gpm at 80 psi F1 MUST be less than 3100 lbf.

  • Page 12: Bracket Sets

    6.3.2.1), is welded to an additional support and clamped as low at possible on the bottom of the Extend-A-Gun VP tube. Make sure the welds are capable of withstanding the forces shown on the SIDE LOADS AT MOUNTING POINTS worksheet.

  • Page 13: Saddle Bracket Installation

    This kit contains two steel saddle brackets and U-bolts, and is designed for factory installation on new equipment. Both brackets must be used. To minimize stress, the brackets should be as far apart as possible when clamped to the Extend-A-Gun VP tube. The welds must be able to withstand the forces shown on the SIDE LOADS AT MOUNTING POINTS worksheet.

  • Page 14: Extend-A-Gun Vp Installation Overview

    3. A pressure protection valve (PPV) calibrated to a minimum of 80 psi, installed between the air supply tank and the pneumatic directional control valve of the Extend-A-Gun VP 4. An air dryer installed between the compressor and wet air tank 5.

  • Page 15: Above Deck Clearance

    ABOVE DECK CLEARANCE Figure 7.4 shows a template for the clearance holes through the deck of the truck. A deck plate surrounding the outer tube of the telescoping waterway is intended to neatly cover the holes. The hole shape is not critical, provided it is not smaller than the circles shown and not larger than the perimeter of the deck plate.

  • Page 16: Configurable Orientation Of Components

    CONFIGURABLE ORIENTATION OF COMPONENTS The valve inlet can be mounted either at the bottom of the valve (facing down), or on the side of the valve (facing any orientation with the inlet axis horizontal). The chosen inlet direction will affect the required orientation of the valve gearbox and the required location of the pneumatic cylinder.

  • Page 17: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WATERWAY INSTALLATION 1. Install the mounting brackets according to structural requirements (see section 5.0) (see section 6.0). 2. Install the top deck, with clearance hole(s) for the telescoping waterway and reed switch wiring per Figure 7.4. 3. Loosen the set screw on the deck plate of the telescoping waterway. This will allow the plate to rotate freely, since the correct orientation cannot be determined until the valve is installed.
  • Page 18 1. Find the desired valve configuration number in Table 7.6. With the valve on a workbench, examine it and make changes as needed according to the following steps. Any step may be skipped if that aspect of the desired configuration already matches the physical unit.

  • Page 19: Valve Installation

    VALVE INSTALLATION 1. Below the deck, at the bottom of the telescoping waterway, verify the external O-ring groove, male threads and composite bearing ring are clean and dry, using acetone to clean if needed. Apply silicone grease (Moly-Kote 112) to the O-ring groove and threads only.

  • Page 20: Electrical Installation

    The power supply for the Extend-A-Gun VP will need to be connected to a protected circuit from the truck power distribution center. Good mechanical connections on the wires are absolutely necessary and should be checked periodically.

  • Page 21: Wiring Diagram

    8.5.1 WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 8.5.1 8.5.2 PLUG REFERENCE Figure 8.5.2 ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021 LIX-575 June 24, 2021 Rev00...

  • Page 22: Pneumatic Calibration

    10. Move the VALVE position VALVE moves slightly until the lock is engaged If an unexpected result occurs, do not use the Extend-A-Gun VP. Verify proper wiring and/or contact TFT Customer Service for assistance. ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021...

  • Page 23: Mounting The Monitor

    TWO PIECE CLAMP ROTATIONAL LOCK INSTALLATION FOR -RL OUTLETS Task Force Tips monitors with -RL inlet are attached to the Extend-A-Gun VP by a threaded joint with an O-ring seal. The joint between the Extend-A-Gun VP and monitor is locked rotationally by a two piece clamp rotational lock.
  • Page 24 STEP 3 EXTEND-A-GUN MALE OUTLET THREADS TOP SIDE OF CLAMPS Place Clamp assembly over male threads CYLINDER of outlet. NUT HEAD LOOSE CLAMP Cylinder Nut heads MUST be on top side of Clamps. ASSEMBLY STEP 4 Screw monitor onto Extend-A-Gun until monitor base bottoms out against Extend-A-Gun outlet.

  • Page 25: Use Of Drain

    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 26: Maintenance

    Consult factory for recommended service procedure. 12.1 LUBRICATION The Extend-A-Gun VP is permanently lubricated on the cup seal. If lubricant has been removed during service, apply a thin film of White Lithium Grease on seal surfaces. 12.2 VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT The valve seat may be replaced in the field if it becomes a source of leakage due to harsh environmental conditions or excessive age.

  • Page 27: Trouble Shooting

    13.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Flow through monitor 1. Debris or damage to the valve seat or half ball 1. Clean out debris or replace damaged parts. with valve in closed position Leaks on exterior 2. Debris or damage in an O-ring seal area 2.

  • Page 28: Repair

    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.

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