Crossfire SAFE-TAK Base Instruction Manual
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1. G MANUAL CROSSFIRE Monitor TASK FORCE TIPS FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Understand manual before use Operation of this device without understanding the manual and A DANGER receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment Obtain safety information at www tft comiserial number A DANGER Risk of sliding increases at low elevation angles To reduce risk of injury or death from sliding A DAN e E R do not pull elevation pin stop while on portable base This Instruction Manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the operation servicing and safety procedures associated with the portable monitor This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel See Section 4 10 5 For Flow Pressure Operating Envelope TASK FORCE TIPS INC 3701 Innovation Way Valparaiso IN 46383 9327 USA MADE IN USA e www tit com 800 348 2686 219 462 6161 Fax 219 464 7155 Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 Table Of Contents 10 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS 20 SAFETY 3 0 GENERAL INFORMATION 3 1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS 3 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 2 1 MECHANICAL 40 CROSSFIRE DEPLOYMENT 4 1 QUICK CONNECT SVVVELJ OINT 4 2 INSTALLING MONITOR ON BASE 4 3 REMOVING MONITOR TOP FROM BASE 42. 18 25 COUPLINGGASKET pictured 2 va LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 9 0 WARRANTY Task Force Tips Inc 3701 Innovation Way Valparaiso Indiana 46383 9327 USA TFT warrants to the original purchaser of its nozzles and other equipment 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 TFT s obligation under this warranty is specifically limited to replacing or repairing the equipment or its parts which are shown by TFT s examination to be in a defective condition attributable to TFT To quality for this limited warranty the claimant must return the equipment to TFT at 3701 Innovation Way Valparaiso Indiana 46383 9327 within a reasonable time after discovery of the defect TFT will examine the equipment If TFT determines that there is a defect attributable to it it will correct the problem within a reasonable time If the equipment is covered by this limited warranty TFT will assume the expenses of repair Ifany defect attributable to TFT under this limited warranty cannot be reasonably cured by repair or replacement TFT may elect to refund the purchase price of the equipment less reasonable depreciation in complete discharge of its obligations under this limited warranty If TFT makes this election claimant shall return the equipment to TFT free and clear of any liens and encumbrances
3. SiH UY y 4 N 4 4 KS Y gt A N KA gt 4 N Any monitor failing any part of the inspection checklist is unsafe and must have the problem corrected before use Operating a monitor that fails any of the above inspections is a misuse of this equipment TASK FORCE TIPS INC 3701 Innovation Way Valparaiso IN 46383 9327 USA MADE IN USA www tft com 800 348 2686 219 462 6161 Fax 219 464 7155 OCopyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23
4. This is a limited warranty The original purchaser of the equipment any person to whom it is transferred and any person who is an intended or unintended beneficiary of the equipment shall not be entitled to recover from TFT any consequential or incidental damages for injury to person and or property resulting from any defective equipment manufactured or assembled by TFT It is agreed and understood that the price stated for the equipment is in part consideration for limiting TFT s liability Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above may not apply to you TFT shall have no obligation under this limited warranty if the equipment is or has been misused or neglected including failure to provide reasonable maintenance or if there have been accidents to the equipment or ifit has been repaired or altered by someone else THIS IS A LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY ONLY TFT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS WITH RESPECT TO THE EQUIPMENT ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE MADE BY TFT BEYOND THAT STATED IN THE DOCUMENT This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Visit TF T s web site at www tft com Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 17 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 10 0 MAINTENANCE The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor and its
5. NOT SHOWN DESCRIPTION QY MEM STORZ 4 FTS PSF4 25 PARTS SET FULL TIME SWIVEL MATE PSM4 25 X PSF5 25 LOCKOUT PART SET RELIEF VALVE WITHOUT THREAD ALUMINUM 7 16 14 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT 18 8 STAINLESS STEEL LDH BLANK CAP HARDCOAT USE ON X651 SAFETY VALVE BASE LABEL O RING 236 3 1 4 ID 1 8 C S 3 234 4 024 1D 139 4 004 ORING 244 4 1 4 ID 1 8 C S_4 234 030 ID 139 004 C S LDHADAPTOR WPSM5 25 REAR SPIKE 428 X VABUTTON HEAD ND PATCH PLASTIC STRIP 5 25 MOLDED CUP SEAL 5 25 X 4 75 X VaPRECISION ASSOCIATES 666 42 LOCKING LEVER MOLDED SPRING TORSION STORZ LOCK 9991067 MIDS TATE 21004 COUPLING HEAD STROZ5 X 5 25 PSF HARDCOAT GASKET 5 PRESSURE MOLDED 9991000 BALL 7 16 STAINLESS 302 GRADE 100 MATE PSMA 25 X PSF5 25 HARDCOAD PLASTIC STRIP 4 25 MOLDED CUP SEAL 4 25 X 3 750 X 1 4 COUPLING RL 3 ONHF X PSF4 25 COUPLING RL 3 5NHF X PSF4 25 GASKET 3 0 HOSE COUPLING GASKET 3 5 HOSE COUPLING 40 NH FEMALE X PSF5 25 4 0 HOSE COUPLING GASKET a N 27 DEX 14 35 16 7 18 29 20 ES 22 23 24 25 26 27 EN 2 EJ 35 gt 39 40 Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 15 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 8 5 DOUBLE INLET OPTION Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 nx DESCRIPWON av MEM 2 yesse fE van 1 4 WE oo fii m 6 25 CLAPPERGASKET oo 121 X 8 V420x1SHCSSS 1 VTH 13 PNOTBOT LL X
6. a clapper valve will automatically close off the other inlet Use caution when turning on the water to the monitor on the portable base As the hose fills it will become stiff and may cause the monitor and portable base to slide or tip or both Open the pumper valve to the monitor slowly 5 8 PRESSURE RELIEF OPTION The optional pressure relief valve on the single inlet portable base can be adjusted to open Adjusting Screw between 90 and 300 psi The pressure relief valve TFT part A1810 is set at the factory to open lt amp at 150 psi To change the relief pressure refer to the label on the bottom side of the pressure relief valve A pressure relief valve can be added to the single inlet portable base by removing the cover on the side of the base For additional information call 800 348 2686 5 9 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SETTING To set the relief valve pressure turn the adjusting screw on the relief valve housing until the surface of the screw is even with the desired pressure Do not cap or plug discharge opening Relief Valve Discharge Opening 6 0 PORTABLE BASE STORAGE The portable base may be stored in a compartment on XF B the optional storage bracket TFT part number XF B This bracket is NOT designed to withstand the reaction forces STORAGE of an operating monitor stream It is to be used for storage BRACKET and transportation only The storage bracket may be mounted on a horizontal surface horizontally or vertically on a vertic
7. base require little maintenance The unit should be kept clean and free of dirt by rinsing with water after each use Any inoperable or damage parts should be repaired or replaced before placing the unit in service In applications where appliances are left continuously connected to the apparatus or other devices or are used where water is trapped inside the appliance the appliance must be flushed with fresh water following each use and inspected for damage This monitor should be disconnected cleaned and visually inspected inside and out at least quarterly or as water quality and use may require Moving parts such as handles valve ball and couplings should be checked for smooth and free operation Seals shall be greased as needed with Silicone based grease such as Dow Corning 112 Any scrapes that expose bare aluminum should be cleaned and touched up with enamel paint such as Rust Oleum Replace any missing or damaged parts before returning to service Specific areas to check are as follows Truck Mount Base 1 Sealing surface above swivel joint must be smooth 2 Swivel joint must rotate freely Portable Base 1 Sealing surface above svvivel joint must be smooth 2 Swivel joint must rotate freely 3 Safety Valve and trip paddle must move freely 4 Legs and leg lock pins must move freely and lock in position 5 Leg spikes must be sharp replace if flats at tip of spikes exceed 1 16 diameter Monitor 1 H
8. low nozzle elevation angles the base may also require additional anchoring The ability of a single anchor to stop sliding is a function of the horizontal angle between the strap and water stream When the stream is in line with the anchor any sliding will be arrested by the anchor As the horizontal angle increases between the anchor strap and the stream the base can begin to slide in an arc around the anchor point In this situation multiple anchor points may be required The strap should be stored inside the monitor base when not in use The black rubber cap on the strap will hold the strap in the base and protect the sealing surface of the quick connect swivel joint 5 6 PORTABLE BASE SAFETY VALVE A YAN G E R Disconnecting overriding or tampering with this safety device may result in personal injury Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 10 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 TORESET PATENT 5 593 092 1 MANUALLY REDUCE OR REMOVE THE FLOVV OF VVATER TO THE MONITOR 2 CORRECT CAUSE OF TRIPPED VALVE 3 ROTATE LEVER IN DIRECTION OF ARROW UNTIL IT LOCKS IN PLACE 4 SLOWLY REOPEN FLOW TO MONITOR ADANGER Disconnecting Overriding XLO7O or Tampering With This Safety Device May Resultin Personal Injury Figure 4 6 1 Figure 4 6 2 Safety valve closed flow restricted Safety valve opened full flow achieved The portable base safety valve reduces the flow area through the monitor by 90 shou
9. on a truck mount base the horizontal lock should be kept locked to keep the monitor from spinning on its base The rotational position can be locked by moving the rotation lock lever to its down position The nozzle may be supported by a bracket or pointed straight up Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 8 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 5 0 SAFE TAK 1250 BASE The portable base allows the monitor to be positioned in places that are not accessible with a fire truck As an added measure of safety the SAFE TAK 1250 portable base has a safety valve The function of the safety valve is to quickly reduce flow should the monitor and portable base ever leave the ground for any reason After the water supply is shut down and the cause of the instability corrected the valve may be reset and water flow resumed The legs are made of spring steel and will flex when in use to compensate for small ground irregularities Do not reset the safety valve without first shutting off the water flow 5 1 SITE SELECTION Safe operation of the monitor on the portable base begins with site selection The site should be a safe distance from the fire yet within reach of the nozzle stream Select a flat even surface within 8 feet of a sturdy stationary object that can be used as an attachment point for the anchor strap Set up the portable base with the anchor point between the portable base and desired target of the nozzle stream On ground such as sand mud or gravel
10. 1 Figure 4 4 2 Unlocked Locked A sliding monitor can cause injury When used on a portable base keep the horizontal angle AWARNING between the water stream and the anchor strap as small as possible At large angles the base can slide in an arc around the anchor point 4 5 ELEVATION CONTROL AND STOP PIN The handwheel controls nozzle elevation Figure 4 5 1 Clockwise rotation of the wheel will raise the nozzle and counter clockwise rotation of the wheel will lower the nozzle A spring loaded stop pin limits the nozzle elevation to 35 with respect to the base Operating On Portable Base Below This Stop pin pulled Is Dangerous XLO90 Figure 4 5 1 Figure 4 5 2 Figure 4 5 3 Elevation control Elevation stop pin out Elevation stop pin in Operating on a portable base below this safety stop is DANGEROUS Injury or death can occur if A DAN G R the monitor and base slides or lifts off the ground Do not operate on portable base below safety stop When mounted on a truck base the nozzle may be lowered below the 35 safety stop by pulling out the stop pin and rotating the handwheel below the 35 stop When the nozzle is raised back above 35 the spring loaded stop pin will snap back into position automatically limiting the elevation of the nozzle with respect to the base to 35 4 6 AUTOMATIC DRAIN An automatic drain empties water from a low point in the monitor piping to prevent freezing and help empty hose lines The val
11. 4 SIDE TO SIDE ROTATION AND ROTATION LOCK 4 5 ELEVATION CONTROLAND STOP PIN 4 6 AUTOMATIC DRAIN 4 7 TRUCK MOUNT BASE 4 8 TRUCK MOUNTING OF THE PORTABLE BASE 4 9 CROSSFIRE QUSEGAE 4 10FLOWS AND PRESSURES 4 101 STACKEDTIPS 4 10 2 AUTOMATIC MASTER STREAM NOZZLES 4 10 3 STREAM STRAIGHTENERS 4 104 PRESSURE LOSS 4 105 OPERATING ENVELOPE 4 11 TRANSPORTING MONITOR ON TRUCK MOUNT BASE 5 0 SAFE TAK 1250 BASE 5 1 SITE SELECTION 5 2 EXTENDING PORTABLE LEGS 5 3 RETRACTING PORTABLE BASE LEGS 5 4 PORTABLE BASE LEG SPIKES 5 5 PORTABLE BASE ANCHORING 5 6 PORTABLE BASE SAFELY VALVE 5 7 HOSE CONNECTION 5 8 PRESSURE RELIEF OPTION 5 9 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SETTING Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 6 0 PORTABLE BASE STORAGE 6 1 STORAGE BRACKET 6 1 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR BLIND MOUNTING 6 1 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WHERE BACK OF MOUNTING SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE 7 0 APPROVALS 8 0 DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS 8 1 MONITOR DRAWNGAND PART LIST 8 2 SAFE TAK 1250 DRAWING AND PART LIST 8 3 HIGH FLOWINLET OPTION 8 4 DOUBLE INLET OPTION 90 WARRANTY 10 0 MANTENANCE 10 1 GREASING THE WORM GEAR 10 2SERVICE TESTING 10 2 1 HYDRAULIC TEST 10 22 RELIEF VALVE TEST 10 2 3 SHUTOFF VALVE TEST 10 24 RECORDS 10 3REPAR ILO ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS 12 0 OPERATION and INSPECTION CHECKLIST 4 DANGER PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response equipment and services want responders to know and understand
12. Attachment Point A Z Figure 3 1 2 Figure 3 1 3 Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 4 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 3 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 2 1 MECHANICAL CROSSFIRE Monitor SAFE TAK 1250 Base 17 bs 24 bs Storage Volume 4060 in3 1620 in3 20 14 1 2x 12 20x9x9 Height Above Ground on Base 16 1 2 in Line of Reaction Force Above Ground Flow Area minimum Operating Temperature Range of Fluid 33 to 120 F 33 to 120 F 1to 50 C 1to 50 C Storage Temperature Range 40 to 1509 F 40 to 1509 F 40 to 65 C 40 to 65 C Materials Used Cast Aluminum Aluminum Cast Aluminum Aluminum Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Inlets Available Numerous Single 8 Double Inlets A AAA A e 4 0 CROSSFIRE DEPLOYMENT The CROSSFIRE monitor can be used on either a truck mounted flange or portable base Installation on either base makes use of a quick connect swivel joint The use of each base and the quick connect joint is explained in the following sections 4 1 QUICK CONNECT SWIVEL JOINT Two pawls actuated by the slide bar engage in the base swivel to make the quick connect joint A safety plunger engages in the slide bar to prevent accidental unlocking of the slide bar when the monitor is under pressure H a C E a Height Above Truck Flange 12 12 in 4 2 INSTALLING MONITOR ON BASE To install the monitor on either the truck mount flange or portable base Refer to figures 4 2 1 4 2 2 amp 4 2 3 a Turn elevation handwh
13. FLOW REACTION FLOW REACTION FLOW REACTION 1800 so 2300 130 12500 160 3000 230 3300 280 so pano 140 eoo 220 uo 20 pepe 4 10 2 AUTOMATIC MASTER STREAM NOZZLES Automatic nozzles maintain a constant pressure by adjusting their opening to match the available flow Consultthe nozzle manufacturer for maximum flow and pressure ratings In all cases do not exceed the operating envelope 4 10 3 STREAM STRAIGHTENERS Stream quality especially with smooth bore nozzles is generally improved with a stream straightener because the water must make many bends passing through a monitor Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 7 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 4 10 4 PRESSURE LOSS FLOW L MIN 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5 0 4 5 4 0 3 5 3 0 lt a 25 a 02 O 20 1 5 1 0 CROSSFIRE Top L 0 5 0 0 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 FLOW GPM Figure 4 10 4 4 10 5 OPERATING ENVELOPE Flow l min 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 400 25 350 Maximum Monitor Inlet Pressure 300 20 Maximum Nozzle gt Inlet P a 250 nlet Pressure T a 15 200 g p D D 13 4 44mm Tip B a 150 10 11 2 38mm Tip 100 1 3 8 35mm Tip 5 50 2 0 50mm Tip 0 0 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 Flow GPM Figure 4 10 5 4 11 TRANSPORTING MONITOR ON TRUCK MOUNT BASE If the monitor is to be transported
14. There are no missing broken or worn lugs on couplings NFPA 1962 Standard for the care use inspection service testing and replacement of fire hose couplings nozzles and fire hose appliances 2013 ed Section 6 2 1 Quincy MA National Fire Protection Agency ONO Da A n BEFORE EACH USE the appliance must be inspected to this checklist 1 There is no damage to the appliance that could impair safe 5 Safety valve operation e g dents cracks corrosion missing broken or operates freely loose parts damaged markings or other defects It e Waterway is clear of obstructions e Gaskets are in good repair E Hose and nozzle are securely attached All valves open and close fully and smoothly if so equipped The pressure setting on the relief valve if so equipped is set correctly Nozzle elevation is above safety stop Elevation handwheel adjusts elevation freely 2 Legs are fully opened and locked in place All leg spikes are in contact with the ground 3 Monitor top is A 7 Monitor top freely swivels on base when unlocked securely attached EH Rotation lock lever securely locks rotation H E S VE ha ES je E x Mai A C FEEDS Ga oO Q i Cd L ii Monitor is securely tied down with no slack 8 Monitor is pointed in a safe direction in anchor strap N
15. al surface or on the underside of a horizontal Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 11 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 surface such as the top of a compartment A strap helps hold the base on the bracket Mounting instructions are 1 supplied with the bracket o o 6 1 STORAGE BRACKET Tools Required Electric Drill Drill Bits see instructions for correct size 3 Phillips Screw Driver 7 16 or adjustable wrench 5 32 allen wrench The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor Storage Bracket comes with 1 4 20 Stainless Steel Self tapping screws nuts and washers If the material beneath the Storage Bracket is thick and substantial enough the self tapping screws may be screwed directly into the mounting surface If the backside of the mounting surface is accessible clearance holes may be drilled and the nuts and washers may be used on the backside It is the responsibility of the installer to determine if the mounting surface is satisfactory The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor storage bracket must be securely mounted to a surface capable of supporting the weight of the Monitor including any shock loads that may result from rough roads The storage bracket may be mounted on a vertical surface or a horizontal surface with the nozzle end pointing down or sideways It is the responsibility of the installer to determine if the installation is capable of these loads Do not use the Monitor Storage Bracket as a mount when flowing wa
16. andwheel must rotate freely 2 Elevation stop pin must return to safe position 3 Quick disconnect latch and safety catch must operate freely 4 Rotation lock must operate freely and keep monitor from rotating when engaged Any alterations to the monitor and it s markings could diminish safety and constitutes a misuse of this product Any appliance taken out of service due to failure should be returned to the factory for repair or replacement If you have any questions regarding the testing or maintenance of your valve please call Task Force Tips at 800 348 2686 10 1 1 GREASING THE VVORM GEAR Turn the handwheel to move the nozzle to its highest elevation and pump grease medium viscosity automotive into the fitting in the vvorm gear housing until excess appears 10 2 SERVICE TESTING In accordance vvith NFPA 1962 2013 monitors must be tested a minimum of annually Nozzles failing any part of this test must be removed from service repaired and retested upon completion of the repair 10 2 1 HYDRAULIC TEST 1 The appliance being tested shall be positioned in a protective device or cover capable of holding the appliance and tested to a minimum hydrostatic pressure of 300 psi 20 7 bar or 2070 kPa 2 Test caps capable of withstanding the required hydrostatic pressure shall be attached to openings and a device capable of exerting the required hydrostatic pressure shall be attached to
17. cal Equipment The University of Michigan Extension Service Fourth Printing 1983 Page 47 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 Master streams are powerful and capable of causing injury and property damage Make sure the monitor is pointing in a safe direction before water to the nozzle is turned on Use care in directing the stream Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 3 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 2 0 SAFETY Monitor must be properly connected to a hose and nozzle with matched threads Mismatched or damaged threads may cause leaking or uncoupling under pressure and could cause injury Dissimilar metals coupled together can cause galvanic corrosion that can result in the inability to unscrew the threads or complete loss of thread engagement over time Per NFPA 1962 if dissimilar metals are left coupled together an anti corrosive lubricant should be applied to the threads Also the coupling should be disconnected and inspected at least quarterly To prevent mechanical damage do not drop or throw equipment NOTICE 3 0 GENERAL INFORMATION The CROSSFIRE monitor is the most rugged and innovative deck portable master stream device ever offered to the fire service Attachment of the CROSSFIRE to the base is quick easy positive and can be visuall
18. e with other equipment on the truck Make sure the material beneath the bracket is substantial enough to hold the weight of the monitor Make sure the area on the other side of the mounting surface is clear you don t want to run a drill into a bundle of wires Using the bracket as a pattern drill one Va 250 6 4 mm diameter hole through the bracket Bolt the bracket to the mounting surface from the backside Put the washers on the side with the nuts While the first screw holds the bracket from moving drill the remaining holes and screw in the remaining screws Secure with washers and nuts HOLE SIZE CHART FOR SELF TAPPING SCREWS ALUMINUM STEEL Material Material Thickness Thickness 516 302 ve 221 ane 22 228 7 0 APPROVALS Many monitor configurations carry the FM Approval rating NFPA certification or EN certification Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 12 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 8 0 DRAWINGS 8 PARTS LIST 8 1 MONITOR DRAWING AND PART LIST Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 w x 28 REN 2 wersre A UP SEAL 366 NTRILE 708 Ja En Ja ex gt cor Ti GEvsPNREANR Ja PLUNGER WAVESPRING fa SAFEYPUER A pasnrreveo A PORANHOUSNG A mana TJ ruar vussher TJ PERE Ta meses fa monona a w VISFZESI2 Wan DESCRIPTION lari 2 m S 8 m 135 137 m 77 1 1 X H770 X140 X142 X X165 mje me
19. eel to make sure the elevation of the nozzle is above the 35 safety stop Verify that the elevation stop pin is down and engaged b Make sure the slide bar is in the up position c Hold the monitor by the top carrying handle position monitor over base and slide straight down d Push the slide bar down and watch the pawls engage the groove in the base and the safety plunger engage in the hole in the slide bar ann io Slide bar up safety Slide bar locked safety plunger is not engaged plunger is engaged Figure 4 2 1 Figure 4 2 2 Figure 4 2 3 4 3 REMOVING MONITOR TOP FROM BASE To remove the monitor from it s base a Stop all water flow b Depress the safety plunger and lift the slide bar which will disengage the spring loaded pawls from the groove in the base c Lift the monitor straight up off the base by the handle on top of the monitor Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 5 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 4 4 SIDE TO SIDE ROTATION AND ROTATION LOCK Side to side rotation is accomplished by rotating the monitor on its base The rotational position can be locked by moving the rotation lock lever to its down position as shown in Figures 4 4 1 amp 4 4 2 Before the monitor is removed from the base the rotation lock should be manually disengaged A small spring holds the rotational lock in the unlocked position When not rotating the monitor on the base keep the rotation lock locked Figure 4 4
20. ervice procedures are available for those wishing to perform their own repairs Task Force Tips assumes no liability for damage to equipment or injury to personnel that is a result of user service For additional information on care maintenance and testing refer to NFPA 1962 Standard for the Care Use Inspection Service Testing and Replacement of Fire Hose Couplings Nozzles and Fire Hose Appliances 2013 Editio 11 0 ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS We appreciate the opportunity of serving you and making your job easier If you have any problems or questions our toll free Hydraulics Hotline 800 348 2686 is normally available to you 24 hours a day 7 days a week Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 19 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 10 0 OPERATION CHECKLIST BEFORE BEING PLACED BACK IN SERVICE appliances must be inspected to this list 1 All valves open and close smoothly and fully The vvatervvay is clear of obstructions There is no damage to any thread or other type connection The pressure setting of the relief valve if any is set correctly All locks and hold down devices work properly Internal gaskets are in accordance with NFPA 1962 2013 Section 7 2 There is no damage to the appliance e g dents cracks corrosion or other defects that could impair operation All swiveling connections rotate freely 9 There are no missing parts or components 10 The marking for maximum operating pressure is visible 11
21. horizontal Installation instructions are supplied with the truck mount base 4 8 TRUCK MOUNTING OF THE PORTABLE BASE In some cases a user may not have a riser directly off of the pump that can be used for mounting the monitor In this case it may be desirable to supply the monitor with hose lines connected to the side discharge of the pumper In these circumstances it is recommended that the user purchase a Deck Mount Plate TFT part XF400 KIT from the manufacturer Please call 1 800 348 2686 for further information and advice concerning mounting alternatives Installation instructions are shipped with this accessory The storage bracket TFT part XF B for the base unit IS NOT STRONG ENOUGH to withstand the forces encountered with an operating monitor and is not intended for this purpose 4 9 CROSSFIREG USAGE Because of the arched trajectory of a fire stream it is recommended that a spotter be used to accurately direct the stream from the monitor Master streams flows are powerful and capable of injury and damage to property Use great care in directing the stream 4 10 FLOWS 8 PRESSURES 4 10 1 STACKED TIPS NOZZLE GPM LBS GPM LBS GPM LBS GPM LBS GPM LBS ae sor 148 500 240 560 soo eeo 440 730 500 en as vez 600 20 660 aso e10 s20 870 620 iow eas 240 810 300 oro aso 1100 712 1190 s40 2 8 314 tos 500 n 630 FLOW REACTION FLOW REACTION
22. hrough the valve 3 Awater flow through the fire hose appliance at 100 psi 6 9 bar or 690 kPa shall be established 4 The valve shall be closed and reopened twice and shall operate smoothly without evidence of binding or other problems 10 2 4 RECORDS Arecord of testing and repairs must be maintained from the time the nozzle is purchased until it is discarded Each TFT moniotr is engraved with a unique serial number which if so desired can be used to identify nozzle for documentation purposes The following information if applicable must be included on the test record for each nozzle 1 Assigned identification number Manufacturer Product or model designation Vendor Warranty Hose connection size Maximum operating pressure Flow rate or range 9 Date received and date put in service 10 Date of each service test and service test results 11 Damage and repairs including who made the repairs and the cost of repair parts 12 Reason removed from service NFPA 1962 Standard for the care use inspection service testing and replacement of fire hose couplings nozzles and fire hose appliances 2013 ed Section 6 4 4 Quincy MA National Fire Protection Agency 10 3 REPAIR Factory service is available with repair time seldom exceeding one day in our facility Factory serviced appliances are repaired by experienced technicians to original specifications fully tested and prompily returned PON on Oo NOAA PR wD Repair parts and s
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24. l result in death or serious A DANGER injury WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury NOTICE 2 0 SAFETY The operation of this monitor particularly with the portable base can be dangerous The following must be observed at all times ADANGER An inadequate supply of nozzle pressure and or flow will cause an ineffective stream and can result in injury death or loss of property See flow graphs in section 3 0 or call 800 348 2686 for assistance Low nozzle elevation angles can cause portable monitors to slide or lift off the ground which A DAN G E R can result in injury or death Do not operate the monitor on the portable base below the elevation safety stop An out of control monitor can cause injury or death To reduce the risk of instability do not A DAN G E R attempt to move the monitor with water flowing Injury can occur from an inadequately supported monitor When the monitor is used on a truck the mounting must be capable of supporting 900 Ibs 400 KG of nozzle reaction force Note the storage bracket is intended for storage of the monitor only It is not strong enough to withstand the forces of monitor operation Flanges and pipe made from plastic are inadequate fo
25. ld the base lose contact with the ground for any reason In the reduced flow condition the nozzle reaction force is less and reduces the risk of injury While the safety valve reduces flow to the monitor the remaining flow is still capable of causing damage and or injury Exercise caution around monitor when valve is tripped or being reset Always be sure to anchor monitor See section 4 5 The safety valve is spring loaded in the closed position figure 5 6 1 and must be manually set opened figure 5 6 2 each time the monitor base is deployed or re located To set open the safety valve rotate the valve handle counter clockwise until it locks into position with the handle pointing straight back If the safety valve trips shut off the flow of water and determine and correct the cause of trip before resetting safety valve Probable causes include but are not limited to low elevation angle soft or uneven ground excessive pump discharge pressure inadequate anchoring etc IMPORTANT NOTE The safety valve responds only to vertical movement of the monitor To prevent sliding the monitor must be properly anchored even with the safety valve option See section 4 5 for correct anchoring procedure when using the monitor in the portable mode 5 7 HOSE CONNECTION Make the hose connection s to the portable base and extend the hose s straight back from the portable base at least 10 feet 3 meters If only one inlet of a double inlet base be used
26. operate as a portable monitor with AWARNING either one or both legs in the folded position For stable operation the spikes must maintain in contact with the ground Do not place the monitor on top of debris objects or uneven terrain that would keep any of the spikes from contacting the ground Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 9 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 5 3 RETRACTING PORTABLE BASE LEGS For carrying and storage the legs are retracted as follows a Pull up on one of the spring loaded leg lock knobs grasp the forward leg on the same side and push it in an arc towards the rear of the unit The leg lock knob may be released as soon as the front leg begins to move out of position Continue to push until both legs come in contact with the rear stop b Repeat procedure a to retract the other legs 5 3 PORTABLE BASE LEG SPIKES The Safe Tak 1250 Portable Monitor has 5 or 6 tungsten carbide tipped spikes on the legs and the base to resist sliding by digging into the surface the monitor is sitting on The amount of sliding force these spikes can withstand depends upon the amount of downward and sideways force that is on the base and the hardness and texture of the surface the spikes are in contact with At low elevation angles it is difficult for these spikes to resist sliding These spikes are essential to safe operation of the monitor and must be in contact with the ground at all times Set the monitor on an even surface so tha
27. r monitor mounting and must not be used A sliding monitor can cause injury To protect against sliding e make sure the base legs are locked in position with all leg spikes in contact with the ground e securely tie the monitor to an object capable of withstanding 900 Ibs 400 kg of force e use additional tie downs on hard surfaces such as concrete asphalt and metal avoid lifting the monitor when moving the hoses around it An unstable monitor can cause injury If the safety valve trips shut off the water to the monitor correct the instability that caused the safety valve to trip and only then reset the safety valve Do not attempt to reset the safety valve while flowing The flow from the monitor may be vital to keep a firefighter from injury or death Avoid situations that may interrupt flow to the monitor such as hose line kinks traffic running over hose and automatic doors or devices that can pinch the hose Some volatile liquids can be ignited by static discharge Static build up can occur from e Electrochemical separation of charge as water drains through low conductivity refined products e Applying foam over a low conductivity liquid of sufficient depth to retain the charge created as the foam blanket drains e Streaming currents as water or foam is introduced into the storage tank 1 1 Electrostatic Hazards of Foam Blanketing Operations by Peter Howels Industrial Fire Safety July August 1993 2 The Fire Fighter and Electri
28. t all three spikes contact the ground Replace any spike if the tip diameter exceeds 1 16 inch 1 6 mm Spikes must be sharp to provide resistance to sliding Replace any spike if the tip diameter exceeds 1 16 inch 1 6 mm Spikes are sharp and exposed Use care around spikes to avoid injury and damage to clothing or other property 5 5 PORTABLE BASE ANCHORING The safest method of restraining the monitor is to use a tie down strap It is inherently more reliable than other methods since it does not rely on traction or digging in of the spikes It is also the safest method because even if the monitor slides its travel is limited by the strap length A forward attachment point and a strap are provided with the Crossfire A loop on the end of the strap may be placed over the anchor point or the strap may be wrapped around an object such as a tree and the snap end of the strap passed through the loop and pulled tight Keep the entire length of the strap as close to the ground as possible Snap the hook into the hole in the front of the Crossfire If the strap is too short to reach a suitable anchor it may be extended with strong rope or chain Keep the distance between the monitor and anchor as short as possible Remove all slack between the monitor and anchor before flowing water NGRAT k NAZNAN GS ZAZA AWARNING Asliding monitor can cause injury Remove all slack between the anchor and base before flowing water At
29. ter Nozzle reaction will cause monitor instability The Monitor Storage Bracket is designed to store the Portable Monitor 6 1 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR BLIND MOUNTING Lay the bracket in the area where the monitor will be mounted Make sure the nozzle will be pointing down or sideways Make sure there is enough clearance to get the monitor in and out of the bracket and that it does not interfere with other equipment on the truck Make sure the material beneath the bracket is substantial and thick enough to hold self tapping screws as well as the weight of the monitor Make sure the area on the other side of the mounting surface is clear you don t want to run a drill into a bundle of wires We recommend a minimum thickness of 3 32 093 2 4 mm in aluminum and 5 64 078 2mm in steel Using the bracket as a pattern drill through one hole into the mounting surface and install one screw Put washers on the screws before installing See the chart in the mounting bracket dimensions section to determine the correct hole size While the first screw holds the bracket from moving drill the remaining holes and screw in the remaining screws 6 1 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WHERE BACK OF MOUNTING SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE Lay the bracket in the area where the monitor will be mounted Make sure the nozzle will be pointing down or sideways Make sure there is enough clearance to get the monitor in and out of the bracket and that it does not interfer
30. the following 1 Firefighting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution at all times 2 It is your responsibility to read and understand any user s instructions including purpose and limitations provided with any piece of equipment you may be called upon to use 3 It is your responsibility to know that you have been properly trained in Firefighting and or Emergency Response and in the use precautions and care of any equipment you may be called upon to use 4 It is your responsibility to be in proper physical condition and to maintain the personal skill level required to operate any equipment you may be called upon to use 5 It is your responsibility to know that your equipment is in operable condition and has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 6 Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death burns or other severe injury WW 2 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service Association P O Box 147 Lynnfield MA 01940 www FEMSA org 1 0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS A safety related message is identified by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular hazard Per ANSI standard Z535 6 2011 the definitions of the four signal words are as follows DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided wil
31. the appliance 3 Appliances with relief valves shall have the relief valve outlet blanked off or otherwise closed during the test All air shall be bled from the system 5 The gauge pressure shall be increased by 50 psi 3 45 bar or 345 kPa increments and held for 30 seconds at each pressure up to the maximum pressure for which the appliance is being tested and held for 1 minute without leakage E Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 18 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 10 2 2 RELIEF VALVE TEST 1 Hydrostatic testing of the appliance shall be conducted prior to testing the relief valve The relief valve shall be tested separately from any device it is connected to The relief valve shall be set to its lowest setting and pressurized If the relief valve does not operate at or below a pressure 10 percent over the setting the test shall be discontinued and the relief valve repaired or replaced Acalibrated test gauge shall be used to verify the setting After successful completion of the relief valve test the relief valve shall be reset to the pressure designated by the authority having jurisdiction 7 The final setting of the relief valve shall be confirmed by pressure testing 10 2 3 SHUTOFF VALVE TEST 1 Ifthe appliance has a shutoff valve the intake side of the shutoff valve shall be hydrostatically pressurized to the maximum working pressure of the appliance with the valve in the shutoff position 2 There shall be no leakage t
32. ve is designed to close automatically when pressure in the monitor exceeds approximately 5 psi and open again when the pressure drops to that point When the automatic drain is not desirable it may be disabled To disable the drain valve refer to the exploded view and follow the steps below 1 Unscrew the drain assembly 40 41 42 amp 43 and remove the screw and washer 42 amp 43 2 Flip over the rubber drain valve 41 so that the raised edge is against the face of the housing 40 3 Reassemble Copyright Task Force Tips Inc 2002 2015 6 LIX 030 July 9 2015 Rev23 4 7 TRUCK MOUNT BASE The CROSSFIRE monitor may be used from a truck by using a truck mount adapter The truck mount adapter can be bolted to a three inch riser pipe with a three inch 150 Ib ASA companion flange and gasket using four 5 8 bolts It can also be screwed directly on a 3 NPT thread Use of pipe thread sealant is recommended The riser must be supported to safely withstand a nozzle reaction force of up to 900 Ibs Make sure that no interference exists between the monitor and other deck mounted equipment in any direction Adrain valve should be provided in the riser pipe which supplies the monitor The riser should be drained immediately after each use during cold weather to prevent freezing and possible damage The monitor has an automatic drain If this drain has been disabled see section 3 6 the monitor must be drained by lowering the nozzle below
33. wash out under the paddle may cause unwanted tripping of the safety valve on the SAFT TAK 12508 portable base In such case a thin flat object such as a clipboard may be placed under the paddle Object under paddle must not keep any leg spike from contacting ground 5 2 EXTENDING PORTABLE BASE LEGS The portable base legs are extended by following these steps Refer to figures 4 2 1 4 2 2 8 4 2 3 a Hold the base carrying handle with one hand and grasp the end of one of the longer legs with the other hand Pull this leg away from the base forward in an arc until the locking pin engages The locking pin is spring loaded and automatically engages when the legs are in the correct position Watch the leg lock knob drop down even with the lower band on the base indicated by an arrow b Repeat procedure a to extend other set of legs c Set portable base on even ground with all leg spikes in contact with the ground Figure 4 2 1 Figure 4 2 2 Figure 4 2 3 Hold base carrying handle and One set of legs opened and Both sets of legs opened and grasp end of longer leg locked in position locked in position Lift off the storage cap and remove the anchor strap from inside the base Keep the anchor strap near the monitor as it will be used to anchor monitor before use In the unfolded position the legs provide a stable base for operation of the monitor Lack of stability can cause an out of control monitor resulting in injury or death Do not
34. y verified The release mechanism is locked out by water pressure The rotation lock is a simple lever which securely holds the CROSSFIRE monitor in position An automatic drain allows water to drain from the monitor when not in use The SAFE TAK 1250 portable base available in either single or double inlet configurations has a revolutionary safety valve which will reduce the flow area through the base by 90 if the SAFE TAK base should leave the ground for any reason This safety feature reduces the risk of injury from an out of control master stream device 3 1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor is an efficient compact and easy to maneuver portable monitor This monitor can be mounted in a pre connected state on the truck mounting bracket for achieving quick and effective initial attack The CROSSFIRE monitor is available in several different models and inlet connections Figures 3 1 1 3 1 2 amp 3 1 3 show the CROSSFIRE monitor Safe Tak 1250 portable base and truck mount adapter and identifies the various parts and controls FIRE MONITOR n k Py CROSS Ke Pressure Gauge l Elevation Control Carrying Handle Rotation Lock Elevation Pin Stop E F Safety Plunger Grease Fitting l 8 Slide Bar Automatic Drain i En Pavvls Inlet Safety Valve Handle Anchor Strap amp Storage Cover i Truck Mount Companion Leg Lock Knob Adaptor Flange Stainless Steel Leg Carrying Handle Anchor
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