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LIN-040 November 30, 2020 Rev15
9.0 MAINTENANCE
TFT products are designed and manufactured to be damage resistant and require minimal maintenance. However, as the primary
firefighting tool upon which your life depends, it should be treated accordingly. To help prevent mechanical damage, do not drop or throw
equipment.
9.1 FIELD LUBRICATION
All Task Force Tips nozzles are factory lubricated with high quality silicone grease. This lubricant has excellent wash out resistance,
providing long term performance in firefighting nozzles. If your agency has unusually hard or sandy water, the moving parts of the nozzle
may be affected. Foam agents and water additives contain soaps and chemicals that may break down the factory lubrication.
The moving parts of the nozzle should be checked on a regular basis for smooth and free operation, and for signs of damage. IF THE
NOZZLE IS OPERATING CORRECTLY, THEN NO ADDITIONAL LUBRICANT IS NEEDED. Any nozzle that is not operating correctly
should be immediately removed from service. The nozzle can be returned to the factory at any time for a complete checkup and re-
lubrication with silicone grease.
The field use of Break Free CLP (spray or liquid) lubricant will help to temporarily restore the smooth and free operation of the nozzle.
These lubricants do not have the washout resistance and long-term performance of the silicone grease. Once Break Free CLP is
applied, re-application will be needed on a regular basis until the nozzle can be returned to the factory for a complete checkup and re-
lubrication with silicone grease.
9.2 FIELD LUBRICATION (SLIDE VALVE AND PATTERN CONTROLS)
PART 1 - COUPLING DOWN
Position the nozzle at a 45 degree angle with the COUPLING END DOWN. CLOSE
the valve handle and set the pattern to STRAIGHT STREAM. Then, spray a short
burst into these areas:
#1 FRONT PATTERN CONTROL SEAL
Spray between the pattern control and the barrel.
#2 FRONT SLIDER SEAL
7. Rotate the shaper into FLUSH position.
8. Spray down the front end of the nozzle to dribble lubricant into the clearances
between the shaper and the valve body.
While holding the nozzle at an angle, wait 30 seconds for the lubricant to penetrate
into the clearances. Cycle the valve handle and rotate the shaper from straight
stream to full flush several times, and then proceed to the next section.
PART 2 - COUPLING UP
Position the nozzle at a 45 degree angle with the BUMPER END DOWN. OPEN the
valve handle and set the pattern to FLUSH. Then, spray a short burst into these areas:
#3 REAR SHAPER SEAL
Spray down the clearance between the label and the shaper guide.
#4 REAR SLIDER SEAL
Spray down the clearance between the slider and the valve body.
#5 FLUSH MECHANISM SEAL
1. With the handle on top, spray down into the nozzle. The aerosol extension tip
will help direct the sprat into clearances leading to the O-ring.
2. Rotate the nozzle so the valve is on the bottom and spray another short burst.
While holding the nozzle at an angle, wait 30 seconds for the lubricant to penetrate into the clearances. Cycle the valve handle several
times. Rotate the pattern control from straight stream to full flush several times. The pattern control should move freely and easily. The
barrel cone should move forward to within 1/16” of the baffle before the shaper reaches straight stream position. Wipe off excess
lubricant.
IF THIS PROCEDURE DOES NOT RESTORE SMOOTH OPERATION OF THE IMPULSE TRIGGER SYSTEM,
THEN FACTORY SERVICE IS NEEDED. • 24-HOUR HOT LINE — 800-348-2686 • tft.com
CAUTION
Aerosol lubricants contain solvents that can swell O-Rings if applied in excess. The swelling can
inhibit smooth operation of the moving parts. When used in moderation, as directed, the solvents
quickly evaporate without adversely swelling the O-Rings.
ANGLE
#1
#2
Valve Handle
Closed
ANGLE
#3
Valve Handle
Closed
