Task Force Tips ThunderFog series Instructions For Installation, Safe Operation And Maintenance
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©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002 - 2010 LKF-100 December 8, 2010 Rev1542.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMSSelectable Flow: A nozzle with a discharge orifice that can be set to a user selected position. In each position the nozzle acts as afixed orifice nozzle.Fixed Flow: A nozzle with a discharge orifice that is a fixed opening size. The user can set the opening to flush positions, or on tiponly models to the OFF position.Tip Only: a nozzle without an integral ball shutoff valve.Thunderfog, Quadrafog and QuadraCup nozzles are available in a variety of flow ranges and configurations. All models deliver theselected flow when the rated pressure is supplied to the nozzle. Flow settings and recommended hose sizes are:SERIES RECOMMENDEDHOSE SIZEFLOW SETTINGS@100 PSI (7bar)NOZZLE TYPEINCHES MM GPM l/min1” QUADRAFOG 3/4, 1 19, 25 5, 10, 24, 40 20, 40, 100, 150 Selectable Flow1.5” QUADRAFOG 1-1/2 38 30, 60, 95, 125 115, 230, 360, 475 Selectable Flow1.5” QUADRACUP 1-1/2 38 30, 60, 95, 125 115, 230, 360, 475 Selectable Flow, Foam1.5” THUNDERFOG 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 38 to 45 30, 60, 95, 125, 150, 200 115, 230, 360, 475, 550, 750 Selectable Flow2.5” THUNDERFOG 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 38 to 64 95, 125, 150, 200, 250 360, 475, 550, 750, 950 Selectable Flow* 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.WARNING There is a wide variety of foam concentrates. Each user is responsible for verifying that anyfoam concentrate chosen to be used with this unit has been tested to assure that the foamobtained is suitable for the purpose intended.WARNING For Class B fires, lack of foam or interruption in the foam stream can cause a break in the foamblanket and greatly increase the risk of injury or death. Assure that:Application rate is sufficient (see NFPA 11 or foam manufacturer’s recommendations).•Enough concentrate is on hand to complete task (see NFPA for minimum duration time•requirements).Foam logistics have been carefully planned. Allow for such things as:•Storage of foam in a location not exposed to the hazard it protects.•Personnel, equipment and technique to deliver foam at a rapid enough rate.•Removal of empty foam containers.•Keeping clear path to deliver foam as hoses, other equipment and vehicles are•deployed.CAUTION Fire streams are capable of injury and damage. Do not direct water stream to cause injury ordamage to persons or property. |
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