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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
NOTICE
2.5" Flip Tip2 Tip Only
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014
MANUAL: 2 1/2" FLIP TIP2
Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and
receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at www.tft.
com/serial-number
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with
the operation, servicing and safety procedures associated with the Flip Tip2 fi re fi ghting nozzles.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
Max Series 2.5" Flip Tip2
No Shutoff
No Shutoff
DANGER
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE
The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response
equipment and services want responders to know and understand the
following:
1. Firefi ghting 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
Firefi ghting 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.
Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service Association
FEMSA
P.O. Box 147, Lynnfi eld, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219- 462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
TM
NOZZLE
PATENTS PENDING
LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00
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- Page 1 P.O. Box 147, Lynnfi eld, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org 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. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
4.0 FIRE GROUND USE OF FLIP TIP2 NOZZLES USE WITH SALT WATER 5.0 FIELD INSPECTION 6.0 INSPECTION CHECKLIST 7.0 ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS 8.0 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST 9.0 WARRANTY ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... -
Page 3: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words
2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION The Task Force Tips Flip Tip2 nozzles are designed to provide excellent performance under most fi re fi ghting conditions. Their rugged construction is compatible with the use of fresh water as well as fi re fi ghting foam solutions. Other important operating features include: •... -
Page 4: Various Models And Terms
(2008 edition), 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. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... -
Page 5: Flip Tip2 Lock
Figure 2.4 Rear Smooth Bore Inserts 2.5 FRONT SMOOTH BORE NOZZLE Male Hose Thread for attaching a hose or other nozzle of proper thread Smooth Bore Nozzle Figure 2.5 Front Smooth Bore Nozzles ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... -
Page 6: Front Max Series Combination Nozzle
-40 to 65º C Materials used Aluminum 6000 series hard anodized MIL8625 class 3 type 2, stainless steel 300 series, nylon 6-6, nitrile rubber *Consult Factory for higher pressure applications ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... -
Page 7: Flow Characteristics And Charts
An inadequate supply of nozzle pressure and/or fl ow will cause an ineff ective stream and can DANGER result in injury, death or loss of property. See fl ow charts in Section 3.0 or call 800-348-2686 for assistance. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... - Page 8 2 1/2" FLIP TIP2 80 PSI MAXMATIC FLOW (LPM) 1200 1600 2000 80 PSI MAXMATIC 1 3/8" REAR INSERT 80 PSI MAXMATIC OPERATING ENVELOPE NO REAR INSERT PER NFPA 1964 FLOW(GPM) Figure 3.2 ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00...
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Page 9: Fireground Use Of Flip Tip2 Nozzles
Use with salt water is permissible provided the nozzle is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after NOTICE each use. The service life of the nozzle may be shortened due to the eff ects of corrosion and is not covered under warranty. ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... -
Page 10: Field Inspection
Repair parts 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. -
Page 11: Exploded View And Parts List
1/8" ACETAL BALL VB125AC SEAT FF240 10-32 X 1/4 SOCKET SET SCREW VT10-32SS250 O-RING-METRIC VO-3.5X55 O-RING-147 VO-147 LOCK FF220 MAX BARREL FF261 * - CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL THREADS ©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2014 LIN-065 February 11, 2014 Rev00... -
Page 12: Warranty
9.0 WARRANTY Task Force Tips, Inc., 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its Flip Tip2 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 fi...