Field Lubrication (Slide Valve And Pattern Controls) - Task Force Tips MID-FORCE Instructions For Installation, Operation And Maintenance

9.2

FIELD LUBRICATION (SLIDE VALVE AND PATTERN CONTROLS)

Position the nozzle at a 45-degree angle with the COUPLING end down. CLOSE the
valve handle and set the pattern to STRAIGHT STREAM. Then spray a short burst into
these areas:
#1 FRONT PATTERN CONTROL SEAL
Spray between the pattern control and the barrel.
#2 PRESSURE CONTROL UNIT
Place check sticks behind baffle while shaper is in flush. Cycle baffle in and out
using check sticks several times to work lubrication into O-rings.
#3 FRONT SLIDER SEAL
A. Rotate shaper into FLUSH position.
B. Spray down the front end of the nozzle to dribble lubricant into the
clearances between the shaper and the valve body.
While holding nozzle at the angle, wait 30 seconds for the lubricant to penetrate into the clearances. Cycle the valve handle and rotate
the shaper from straight stream to full flush several times, and then proceed to the next section.
Position the nozzle at a 45-degree angle with the BUMPER end down. OPEN the valve
handle and set the pattern to FLUSH. Spray a short burst in these areas:
#4 REAR SHAPER SEAL
Spray down the clearance between the label and the shaper guide.
#5 PRESSURE CONTROL UNIT
Spray into the clearance between the slider and the valve body.
#6 FRONT SLIDER SEAL
A. With the handle on the top, spray down into the nozzle. The aerosol
extension tip will help direct the spray into clearances leading to the O-Ring.
B. Rotate nozzle so the valve is on the bottom and spray another short burst.
#7 DETENTS IN THE HANDLE
Spray a small amount on the detent followers located in the handle.
While holding the nozzle at an angle, wait 30 seconds for the lubricant to penetrate into the clearances. Cycle the valve handle several
times. Rotate the pattern control from straight stream to full flush several times. The pattern control should move freely and easily. The
barrel cone should move forward to within 1/16" of the baffle before the shaper reaches straight stream position. Wipe off excess
lubricant.
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PART ONE - COUPLING DOWN
PART TWO - COUPLING UP
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Figure 9.2A
Figure 9.2B
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