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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
ThunderFog Series
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010
MANUAL: ThunderFog, QuadraFog
Read instruction manual before use. Operation of this nozzle without understanding the manual
and receiving proper training can be dangerous and is a misuse of this equipment. Call 800-348-
2686 with any questions.
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with
the operation, servicing and safety procedures associated with the ThunderFog, QuadraFog and
QuadraCup fire fighting nozzles.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
QuadraFog Series
and QuadraCup
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219- 462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
QuadraCup Series
LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15

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  • Page 1 QuadraFog Series QuadraCup Series TASK FORCE TIPS, INC. 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA 800-348-2686 • 219- 462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155 MADE IN USA • www.tft.com ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other severe injury. Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service Association FEMSA P.O. Box 147, Lynnfield, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 3: Meaning Of Signal Words

    Using wrong type of foam on a fire, i.e. Class A foam on a Class B fire. • Plunging foam into pools of burning liquid fuels. • Causing environmental damage. • Directing stream at personnel. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 4: Various Models And Terms

    * Other threads, coupling sizes, or connector styles can be specified at time of order. ThunderFog, QuadraFog and QuadraCup nozzles are available in several models. Some common models are shown in figure 1. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 5 Ball Valve Handle Model Number Aspirating Sleeve Serial Number Pressure Calibration Pistol Grip E) QUADRACUP RETRACTED POSITION F) QUADRACUP EXTENDED POSITION FIGURE 1 BASIC NOZZLE CONFIGURATIONS AND TERMS ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 6: Nozzle Couplings

    figure 2. Contact the factory or visit the website (www.tft.com) for range and trajectory data. FLOW (LPM) FLOW (LPM) 100 PSI 100 PSI 30-125 GPM QUADRAFOG 5-40 GPM QUADRAFOG and QUADRACUP FLOW (GPM) FLOW (GPM) ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 7 flows different than shown. For situations or lengths of hose not listed on the chart, approximate flows can be calculated using conventional hydraulics. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 8: Nozzle Controls

    figure 1F. Rotation of the shaper when the sleeve is extended will provide the nozzle operator control of reach and aspiration. If an immediate wide protective fog pattern is needed, the sleeve can be retracted instantly to its regular position. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 9: Fireground Use

    Performance tests shall be conducted on the nozzle after a repair, or anytime a problem is reported to verify operation in accordance with Task Force Tips test procedures. Consult factory for the test procedure that corresponds to the model and serial number of the nozzle.
  • Page 10 1” QUADRAFOG SERIES DQ40, DQS40 & DQS40P ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 11 Flat Washer VM4901 Stop Pin D07550 6 x ¼ SS Drive Screw VT06E00DS250 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIFIC PART NUMBERS ** - STATE DESIRED THREAD WHEN ORDERING ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 12 1.5” QUADRAFOG AND QUADRACUP SERIES ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 13 Pattern Label QuadraCup FL205 Port Plug B770 Foam Head FT226 Stainless Steel Balls V2120 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIFIC PART NUMBERS ** - STATE DESIRED THREAD WHEN ORDERING ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 14 1.5” & 2.5” THUNDERFOG SERIES ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...
  • Page 15 2.5” Coupling J14097** 140 Trunnion F14040 2.5” Gasket V3190 O-Ring 014 VO-014 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIFIC PART NUMBERS ** - STATE DESIRED THREAD WHEN ORDERING ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev15...

  • Page 16: Answers To Your Questions

    11.0 WARRANTY Task Force Tips, Inc., 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its ThunderFog, QuadraFog and QuadraCup series nozzles (“equipment”), and to anyone to whom it is transferred, that the equipment shall be free from defects in material and workmanship during the five (5) year period from the date of purchase.

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