Fireground Use; Field Inspection; Repair; Exploded Views And Parts List - Task Force Tips ThunderFog series Instructions For Installation, Safe Operation And Maintenance

5.0 FIREGROUND USE

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL FIRE DEPARTMENT OR AGENCY TO DETERMINE PHYSICAL
CAPABILITIES AND SUITABILITY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
Many factors contribute to the extinguishment of a fire. Among the most important is delivering water at a flow rate sufficient to
absorb heat faster than is being generated. The flow rate depends largely on the pump discharge pressure and hose friction loss.
The pump discharge pressure may be calculated using a hydraulic equation such as:
PDP = NP+FL+DL+EL
For additional information on calculating specific hose layouts, consult an appropriate fire-service training manual, such as A
Firefighters Guide To Nozzles published by Task force Tips, or call TFT's "Hydraulics Hotline" at 800-348-2686.

6.0 FIELD INSPECTION

Thunderfog, Quadrafog and QuadraCup nozzles are designed and manufactured to be damage resistant and require minimal
maintenance. However, as the primary firefighting tool upon which your life depends, it 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 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. 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.
CAUTION
All nozzles are factory lubricated with high-quality silicone grease. This lubricant has excellent washout resistance and long-term
performance. If your department has unusually hard or sandy water, the moving parts may be affected. Foam agents and water
additives contain soaps and chemicals that may break down the factory lubrication.
The moving parts of the nozzle should be checked on a regular basis for smooth and free operation and signs of damage. IF THE
NOZZLE IS OPERATING CORRECTLY, THEN NO ADDITIONAL LUBRICATION IS NEEDED. Any nozzle that is not operating
correctly should be immediately removed from service and the problem corrected.

7.0 REPAIR

Factory service is available with repair time seldom exceeding one day in our facility. Factory-serviced nozzles are repaired by
experienced technicians to original specifications, fully wet tested, and promptly returned. Repair charges for non-warranty items
are minimal. Any returns should include a note as to the nature of the problem and whom to reach in case of questions.
Task Force Tips assumes no liability for damage to equipment or injury to personnel that is a result of user service.
Repair kits and repair parts are stocked for immediate shipment. Contact the factory or visit the website at www.tft.com for parts
lists, exploded views, test procedures and trouble shooting guides.

8.0 EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST

The following pages contain exploded drawings and parts list for the following nozzles:
1" QUADRAFOG SERIES DQ40, DQS40 & DQS40P
1.5" QUADRAFOG AND QUADRACUP SERIES
1.5" & 2.5" THUNDERFOG SERIES
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010
PDP = Pump discharge pressure in PSI
NP = Nozzle pressure in PSI
FL = Hose friction loss in PSI
DL = Device loss in PSI
EL = Elevation loss in PSI
Nozzle must be inspected before each use for proper operation and function according to
inspection checklist on last page of this document. Any nozzle that fails inspection is dangerous
to use and must be repaired before using.
Any alteration to the nozzle and its markings constitutes a misuse of this product and could
diminish safety.
pages 10-11
pages 12-13
pages 14-15
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