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LIU-360 October 14, 2021 Rev05

9.0 WARRANTY

Task  Force  Tips  LLC,  3701  Innovation  Way,  Valparaiso,  Indiana  46383-9327  USA  (“TFT”)  warrants  to  the  original  purchaser  of  its

products  (“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 qualify for this limited warranty, the claimant must return the equipment to TFT, at 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana

46383-9327 USA, 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, TFT will correct the problem within a reasonable time. If the equipment is covered by this limited warranty, TFT

will assume the expenses of repair.
If any 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.
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 if it 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 MERCHANTABILITY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE MADE BY TFT BEYOND THAT STATED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 

10.0 MAINTENANCE 

The eductor does not need regular maintenance. However, the eductor must be completely cleaned after each use. Lack of regular

cleaning allows the foam concentrate to dry inside and around the percentage ball resulting in plugged metering orifices. Look down

inside the metering head after flushing and check valve to ensure clean passageways.

10.1 SERVICE TESTING

In accordance with NFPA 1962, equipment must be tested a minimum of annually. Units failing any part of this test must be removed

from service, repaired and retested upon completion of the repair. 

10.2 REPAIR

Factory  service  is  available  with  repair  time  seldom  exceeding  one  day  in  our  facility.  Factory  serviced  equipment  is  repaired  by

experienced technicians, wet tested to original specifications, and promptly returned. All returns require a Returns Goods Authorization

(RGA) number.  Call TFT service department at 1-800-348-2686 to troubleshoot and if needed, obtain an RGA and directions for return.
Repair parts and service 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. Contact the factory or visit the web site at tft.com for parts

lists, exploded views, test procedures and troubleshooting guides.  
Performance tests shall be conducted on the equipment after a repair, or anytime a problem is reported to verify operation in accordance

with TFT test procedures. Consult factory for the procedure that corresponds to the model and serial number of the equipment. 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. 

WARNING

Service  technicians  bear  responsibility  for  ensuring  use  of  appropriate  protective  clothing  and

equipment. The chosen protective clothing and equipment must provide protection from potential

hazards users may encounter while servicing equipment. Requirements for protective clothing and

equipment are determined by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).  

CAUTION

Any alterations to the product or its markings could diminish safety and constitutes a misuse of 

this product. 

NOTICE

All replacement parts must be obtained from the manufacturer to assure proper performance and 

operation of the device. 

Summary of Contents for 350 Series

Page 1: ...serial number This equipment is intended for use by trained and qualified emergency services personnel for firefighting All personnel using this equipment shall have completed a course of education approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction AHJ This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the operation servicing and safety procedures associated ...

Page 2: ...esponse 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 ...

Page 3: ...N 5 0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5 1 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 5 2 CONCENTRATE INTAKE HOSE OPTIONS 6 0 USE WITH FOAM 6 1 FOAM SELECTION 6 2 FOAM ATTACHMENT OPTIONS 6 3 FOAM CONSUMPTION 6 4 FOAM SUPPLY LOGISTICS 7 0 MAXIMUM HOSE LAY 8 0 NOZZLE SELECTION 8 1 NOZZLE COMPATIBILITY 9 0 WARRANTY 10 0 MAINTENANCE 10 1 SERVICE TESTING 10 2 REPAIR 11 0 TROUBLE SHOOTING 12 0 EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LISTS 13 0 OPER...

Page 4: ...ituations WARNING This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for firefighting Use of this equipment for other purposes may involve hazards not addressed by this manual Seek appropriate guidance and training to reduce risk of injury WARNING Improper use of foam or using the wrong type of foam can result in illness injury or damage to the environment Follow foam manufacturer s instructi...

Page 5: ...S MODELS AND TERMS TFT 350 Series Eductors are available in several flows and with a variety of inlet couplings These must be specified at the time of order Consult the factory for special thread requests The eductor can be split into two parts by grasping the locking ring and retracting it fully to separate the metering head from the eductor body All the foam passageways can easily be inspected T...

Page 6: ...the concentrate intake hose out of the foam supply 2 Turn down the pump pressure to below 75 psi 5 2 bar 3 Shut off the nozzle 4 Restrain the hose and expect a rapid discharge of water especially at the 6 setting 5 Push the red flush button to run fresh water through the hose and metering head on each setting until there is no visible foam in the flush water 6 Retract the lock ring to remove the m...

Page 7: ...uctors of different ratings The Class B foam used for calibration is the Universal Gold 1 3 Alcohol Resistant Aqueous Film Forming Foam AR AFFF from National Foam The calibration viscosity is 2500 centipoise tested with Brookfield 4 Spindle 60 rpm The calibration hose length is 50ft CAUTION Mixing of foam concentrates can cause the contents of the foam tank to gel and produce unpredictable results...

Page 8: ...ose reduces foam flow resulting in weak foam Position foam buckets within reach of the standard length foam suction hose Figure 6 4 DANGER Lack of foam can place operator at risk of injury or death To reduce the risk of injury due to lack foam Establish foam flow before advancing into hazardous situations Keep an adequate supply of foam concentrate on hand Check concentrate level periodically FOAM...

Page 9: ... flow exiting the eductor is lower at 1 2 than at 6 Lower flow rate reduces nozzle pressure and hose friction loss Longer hose can be used when proportioning rate is less because less work is needed to move less foam concentrate 8 0 NOZZLE SELECTION Eductors work with any nozzle whose gallonage is equal or greater than that of the eductor If a nozzle with a larger gallonage is used the reach of no...

Page 10: ...ED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE MADE BY TFT BEYOND THAT STATED IN THIS DOCUMENT This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 10 0 MAINTENANCE The eductor does not need regular maintenance However the eductor must be completely cleaned after each use Lack of regular cleani...

Page 11: ...ill tank Percentage knob is set to lower percentage or is set to OFF Turn knob to desired percentage Percentage ball is partially or completely plugged Take off the meter head and clean debris out of the percentage ball Hose lay is incorrect Correct hose lay per training approved by the AHJ Eductor inlet pressure is incorrect Set eductor inlet pressure to pressure specified on labels Hose is kinke...

Page 12: ...d foam suction hose are not obstructed 4 There are no leaks when the Eductor is flowing BEFORE BEING PLACED BACK IN SERVICE the Eductor must be inspected to this list 1 All controls and adjustments are operational 2 There are no broken or missing parts 3 There is no damage that could impair safe operation e g detents cracks corrosion or other defects 4 The waterway is clear of obstructions 5 The E...

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