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NOTE:

 Running substances other than plain water can cause significant foaming 

to occur in the pumping system 

– if the pump has been run out of water with a 

foaming agent in the tank, the pump will likely need to be primed on subsequent 

water tank refills to remove the foam and to develop proper pressure.   

To prime the pump, open the primer valve (

Figure 2, Item 6

), and operate the 

Guzzler hand primer (

Figure 2, Item 9

) until water flows back into the tank.  

 

  

SERVICING YOUR QTAC  

Cleaning Your QTAC  

Your QTAC water tank is best cleaned with plain water. If additional cleaning power is 

needed, a small amount of dish or car washing soap may be used. Avoid heavy 

washing of the pump engine and surrounding area. Avoid the use of high pressure 

spray on the water tank as the decals and rubber components may be damaged.  

Protecting Your QTAC

 

Your QTAC is built of welded UV-stabilized copolymer polypropylene red plastic. 

However, like any colored material, extended exposure to direct sunlight can eventually 

fade the finish of the tank, hoses, hose reel and even the Honda engine. To keep this 

from happening, cover the QTAC if it is stored outside and in direct sunlight. Also, 

consider using a UV inhibitor on the plastic and rubber parts after washing the system, 

such as 303 Aerospace UV Protectant.  

 

Routine QTAC Maintenance  

With the exception of the pump and pump engine, your QTAC requires no special 

maintenance. For maintenance of the pump and pump engine, see the appropriate 

manuals.   

Summary of Contents for 85C

Page 1: ...Page 1 85C Owner s Manual QTAC is a division of MTECH Inc 1072 Marauder Suite 210 Chico CA 95973 1 888 797 5100 www qtacfire com...

Page 2: ...y 10 Starting the Engine 11 DRAFT PROCEDURES 11 Drafting From an Auxiliary Water Source 11 Connecting the Draft Hose 11 Drafting to Fill the Water Tank 12 Pumping While Drafting From an Auxiliary Wate...

Page 3: ...TING YOUR QTAC 18 The Pump Engine Will Not Start 18 The Pump Will Not Build Water Pressure 18 Water Will Not Discharge From The Discharge Hose 19 The Pump Engine Runs Erratically 19 TECHNICAL SPECIFIC...

Page 4: ...NG TO KNOW YOUR QTAC Figure 1 Tank Components 1 Discharge Hose Reel 5 Water Tank Site Gauge 2 Foam Cell Optional 6 Water Tank Mounting Flange 3 Water Fill Tower 7 Water Tank Drain Port 4 Grab Handle 1...

Page 5: ...es Shown in the Open Position 1 Pressure Gauge 6 Primer Valve 2 1 Pump to Reel Valve 7 Pump Drain Port 3 1 Pump to Tank Valve 8 1 NPSH Aux Discharge Valve 4 1 1 2 Tank to Pump Valve 9 Guzzler Hand Pri...

Page 6: ...Page 6 Figure 3 Pump Engine Components 1 Fuel Fill 5 Oil Fill 2 Engine Throttle 6 Engine Switch 3 Carburetor Choke 7 Pull Starter 4 Fuel Shut off Valve 2 3 4 1 6 7 5...

Page 7: ...tening Figure 4 Mounting Options Ensure that your QTAC unit is secured to the carrying vehicle Two main mounting methods are available for your QTAC unit 1 The preferred method of securing the QTAC to...

Page 8: ...t of your QTAC does not exceed the maximum recommended weight of the ATV or UTV loading area to which you are securing your QTAC Loading the bed of your ATV or UTV may affect steering response Therefo...

Page 9: ...r Figure 1 Item 3 and fill the water tank with water Check the pump engine fuel Figure 3 Item 1 and oil levels Figure 3 Item 5 as needed fill the pump engine with fuel and oil as specified in the engi...

Page 10: ...H Discharge should be fully closed Figure 2 Item 8 2 Start the engine see next page 3 Water can now be discharged through the reel line To operate the 1 NPSH discharge see page 13 CAUTION During pumpi...

Page 11: ...and decrease the choke until it is no longer needed The output of the pump is regulated by how much throttle is applied as well as the shut off at the nozzle and the pump to tank return DRAFT PROCEDUR...

Page 12: ...and increase the throttle setting until you see water entering the draft hose and being pulled into the pump head 6 Monitor the water level using the water level sight tube Figure 1 Item 5 7 Once the...

Page 13: ...raft hose and being pulled into the pump head 6 Use the hose reel discharge nozzle or 1 NPSH discharge line to carry out suppression operations To Supply Water to the 1 NPSH Discharge 1 Connect your h...

Page 14: ...4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATP FOAM KIT Figure 5 Typical ATP Foam Plumbing 1 Foam Cell Tank 2 Vented Lid 3 Foam Supply Valve 4 Proportioner Pressure Valve 5 Foam Proportioner 6 Supply Hose Strainer 1 2 3...

Page 15: ...llow a slight flow 6 Close the 1 Pump to Tank Valve to stop the introduction of foam concentrate into the water tank Figure 2 Item 3 Remember that if this valve is closed a discharge must be open to p...

Page 16: ...to below freezing temperatures ensure that all water is drained from the water tank pumping system and hoses Store with all valves in the open position If you would like to keep water in your QTAC in...

Page 17: ...be used Avoid heavy washing of the pump engine and surrounding area Avoid the use of high pressure spray on the water tank as the decals and rubber components may be damaged Protecting Your QTAC Your...

Page 18: ...er in the water tank There should be enough water in the water tank so that the water level is visible in the water tank site gauge Figure 1 Item 5 Unless the draft hose kit is in use ensure that the...

Page 19: ...Runs Erratically Ensure that the engine has adequate fuel Low fuel levels and operation over rough and or sloping terrain can cause the engine to momentarily run out of fuel If the fuel has been store...

Page 20: ...Pump Type ACE GE660 E coat centrifugal pump MAX 115 PSI 110 GPM Engine Type Honda 4 stroke overhead camshaft single cylinder Tank to Pump 2 NPT Gated Tank to Pump Draft Hose Port 2 Camlock ADDITIONAL...

Page 21: ...red under the warranties below WHAT IS WARRANTED All parts of any Product are warranted for a period of 12 months with the warranty term beginning on the date Product is delivered to Purchaser Note th...

Page 22: ...ance or freedom from defect of Product covered by this warranty IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE...

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