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©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2009-2015 

LIN-050 July 2, 2015 Rev01

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2.1  VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS

The TFT VIT nozzle is available with several different tip sizes.  The VIT nozzle can be ordered with either 1.5” or 2.5” inlet coupling, 
and with or without a pistol grip.

HVIT 

Without Pistol Grip

SMOOTHBORE OUTLET DIAMETER

7/8”

15/16”

1.0”

1-1/8”

1-1/4”

1 - 3/8”

Thread Inlet 

Diameter

1.5” NH

11

12

13

14

15

16

2.5” NH

21

22

23

24

25

26

HVIT 

With Pistol Grip

SMOOTHBORE OUTLET DIAMETER

7/8”

15/16”

1.0”

1-1/8”

1-1/4”

1 - 3/8”

Thread Inlet 

Diameter

1.5” NH

G11

G12

G13

G14

G15

G16

2.5” NH

G21

G22

G23

G24

G25

G26

For example, Model HVITG12 is 1.5” NH female thread inlet, pistol grip, 15/16” diameter outlet nozzle.

Figure 2.1 Common Model and Terms

THREAD PROTECTOR 

RETRACTED

1.5” NH OUTLET THREADS 

FOR COUPLING TO A 

COMBINATION NOZZLE

THREAD PROTECTOR 

EXTENDED

FLOW CHART

BUMPER

PISTOL GRIP

COUPLING

FLOW CONTROL

OFF

ON

Twist thread protector 

to extend or retract.

Leave protector extended to avoid 

damage to outlet threads

Summary of Contents for VIT

Page 1: ...d services want responders to know and understand 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...

Page 2: ...m straightener removable through back coupling Retracting thread protector TFT s five year warranty and unsurpassed customer service WARNING This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for firefighting Their use for other purposed may involve hazards not addressed by this manual Seek appropriate guidance and training to reduce risk of injury WARNING Nozzle reaction will vary as supply ...

Page 3: ...6 2 5 NH 21 22 23 24 25 26 HVIT With Pistol Grip SMOOTHBORE OUTLET DIAMETER 7 8 15 16 1 0 1 1 8 1 1 4 1 3 8 Thread Inlet Diameter 1 5 NH G11 G12 G13 G14 G15 G16 2 5 NH G21 G22 G23 G24 G25 G26 For example Model HVITG12 is 1 5 NH female thread inlet pistol grip 15 16 diameter outlet nozzle Figure 2 1 Common Model and Terms THREAD PROTECTOR RETRACTED 1 5 NH OUTLET THREADS FOR COUPLING TO A COMBINATIO...

Page 4: ...e warranty card and color selection form by TFT Your department s name can also be engraved on the covers see color selection form for more information Handle covers are replaceable by removing the four screws that hold the handle covers in place Use a 3 32 allen wrench when replacing screws Pistol grip is replaceable by following TFT instruction sheet LTT 108 For standardization NFPA 1901 2009 A ...

Page 5: ...8 2686 for assistance 4 0 FIREGROUND USE OF VIT NOZZLES IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ORAGENCY TO DETERMINE PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND SUITABILITY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL S USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT Many factors contribute to the extinguishment of a fire Among the most important is delivering water at a flow rate sufficient to absorb heat faster than it is being generated The flo...

Page 6: ... alteration to the nozzle and its markings could diminish safety and constitutes a misuse of this product All Task Force Tips nozzles are factory lubricated with high quality silicone grease This lubricant has excellent washout resistance and long term performance If your department has unusually hard or sandy water the moving parts may be affected Foam agents and water additives contain soaps and...

Page 7: ...3 TRUNNION LEFT 1 P120L 14 TRUNNION RIGHT 1 P120R 15 TEFLON TRUNNION SHIM 2 P170 16 O RING 118 2 VO 118 CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL THREADS ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY PART 17 243 TORLON BALL 2 VB243TO 18 DETENT SPRING 2 HM770 19 3 8 24 X 3 4 BUTTON HEAD 2 VT37E24BH750 20 TRUNNION DRIVER 2 HX650 21 3 16 X 9 16 HDP SPIROL 2 V2005 22 HANDLE SUBASSEMBLY 1 HX920 23 STREAM STRAIGHTENER 1 P116 24 ANTI GG RING ...

Page 8: ...e 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 beneficiar...

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