Cafs-Force 1 & Cafs-Force; Field Inspection - Task Force Tips MID-FORCE Instructions For Safe Operation And Maintenance

6.0 CAFS-FORCE 1 & CAFS-FORCE 2
The CAFS-FORCE 1 and CAFS-FORCE 2 nozzles are optimized for use with compressed air foam systems, CAFS. They have a
streamlined fl ow path with no gasket grabber. The CAFS-FORCE nozzles have two settings: Standard pressure/Water and Low
Pressure/CAFS. See Figure 5. The CAFS-FORCE tip can be removed to use the valve as a smoothbore. See Section 3.0 Flow
Characteristics for CAFS-FORCE Nozzle fl ow characteristics.
Hose handling techniques with compressed air foam (CAF) differ considerably from liquid fi lled hoses as a result of the added energy
stored by pressurized air. The authority having jurisdiction must establish safe CAF operational procedures and insure appropriate
training.
WARNING

7.0 FIELD INSPECTION

TFT's MID-FORCE, DUAL-FORCE and CAFS-FORCE are designed and manufactured to be damage resistant and require minimal
maintenance. However, as the primary fi re fi ghting tools upon which your life depends, they should be treated accordingly. Use with
saltwater is permissible provided nozzle is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use. The service life of the nozzle may be
shortened due to the effects of corrosion and is not covered under warranty.
WARNING
Performance tests shall be conducted on the Mid-Force, Dual-Force and CAFS-Force nozzle after a repair, or anytime a problem is
reported to verify operation in accordance with TFT test procedures. Consult factory for the procedure that corresponds to the model
and serial number of the nozzle. Any equipment which fails the related test criteria should be removed from service immediately.
Troubleshooting guides are available with each test procedure or equipment can be returned to the factory for service and testing.
Factory service is available with repair time seldom exceeding one day in our facility.
Factory serviced nozzles are repaired by experienced technicians to original specifi cations, fully tested and promptly returned. Any
returns should include a note as to the nature of the problem, who to reach in case of questions and if a repair estimate is required.
Repair parts and service procedures are available for those wishing to perform their own repairs.
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Use of compressed air foam (CAF) with hand held nozzles can cause sudden surges in nozzle
reaction force resulting in risk of injury or death from loss of footing or hose whipping. 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
CAFS-Force1
Knob In Standard Pressure Water Mode
CAFS-Force1
Knob In Low Pressure CAFS Mode
Nozzle must be inspected for proper operation and function according to inspection checklist
on the last page before each use. Any nozzle that fails inspection is dangerous to use and must
be repaired before using.
CAFS-Force2
CAFS-Force2
Figure 6
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