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LIX-575 June 24, 2021 Rev00

3.3 PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Figure 3.3

INLET ADAPTER

(VICTAULIC

CONNECTION SHOWN)

VALVE

GEARBOX

OUTLET

TELESCOPING

OUTER/INNER

TUBES

PNEUMATIC CYLINDER

SERIAL NUMBER

VALVE INDICATOR

REED SWITCH

(STOWED INDICATOR)

REED SWITCH

(EXTENDED INDICATOR)

MANUAL OVERIDE PIN

REED SWITCH

(VALVE INDICATOR)

EXTEND AIR VALVE

CONNECTION

RETRACT AIR VALVE

CONNECTION

1/4" QUICK CONNECT

AIR LINE INPUT

VALVE DRIVE SHAFT

INPUT CONNECTION

VALVE LOCK SOLENOID

VALVE DRIVE SHAFT

INPUT CONNECTION

WITH HEX

SIDE INLET

(PLUGGED CONNECTION

SHOWN)

(x3) 3/4" NPT PORT PLUG

NAME & WARNING LABEL

DECK PLATE

BAND CLAMP

Summary of Contents for Extend-A-Gun VP

Page 1: ...ice without understanding the manual and receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment Obtain safety information at tft com serial number This equipment is intended for use by trained and qu...

Page 2: ...IBILITY to know that you have been properly trained in Fire 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 RESPONSIBIL...

Page 3: ...PLATE BRACKET INSTALLATION 7 0 EXTEND A GUN VP INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 7 1 POSITION INDICATING HANDWHEEL NOT INCLUDED 7 2 DECK MONITOR UP DOWN TOGGLE SWITCH NOT INCLUDED 7 3 PNEUMATIC REQUIREMENTS 7 4...

Page 4: ...g a nozzle is very powerful and capable of causing injury and property damage Make sure the nozzle is securely attached and pointing in a safe direction before water is turned on Do not direct water s...

Page 5: ...the equipment may be shortened due to the effects of corrosion and is not covered under warranty MECHANICAL Waterway Size 3 76mm Safe Operating Range for Monitor Outlet Maximum flow rates at specified...

Page 6: ...NUMBER VALVE INDICATOR REED SWITCH STOWED INDICATOR REED SWITCH EXTENDED INDICATOR MANUAL OVERIDE PIN REED SWITCH VALVE INDICATOR EXTEND AIR VALVE CONNECTION RETRACT AIR VALVE CONNECTION 1 4 QUICK CO...

Page 7: ...pyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021 7 LIX 575 June 24 2021 Rev00 3 4 OVERALL DIMENSIONS Figure 3 4 5 75 7 25 02817 1 036 6 2 57 25 63 1 67 1 0 1 520 723 03 72 723 2 17 5 2 6 1 7 7 5 6 7 1 8 81 76 6 2 1 1...

Page 8: ...sed position 3 Remove the manual override pin from the STORED position 4 While holding the monitor in the fully raised position insert the pin through the center hole of the bracket and into a small p...

Page 9: ...all fasteners to specified values NAME _______________________________________ DATE ______ _____ __________ 1 Determine the value of H2 using the table below 2 Determine the value of D1 for you instal...

Page 10: ...ith the proposed installation 6A Calculate the moment arm about the lower mounting bracket L by adding together D1 D2 D3 and H2 L D1 D2 D3 H2 6B Determine R using the same side load chart referenced i...

Page 11: ...10 8 16 0 2 0 1 0 25 4 11 3 16 0 2 5 31 4 14 2 14 5 2 0 24 4 10 8 15 0 2 0 26 4 11 7 15 0 3 0 25 4 10 8 14 0 3 0 27 4 12 2 14 0 D1 D2 Height D3 Min D3 Max 4 0 26 4 10 8 13 0 4 0 28 4 12 6 13 0 8 0 1 0...

Page 12: ...square steel tube with two U bolts to be used as the upper bracket and a saddle bracket similar to a heavy duty muffler clamp for the lower bracket Both brackets must be used This kit is designed for...

Page 13: ...Bracket Welding Diagram see section 6 3 2 1 Both brackets must be used To minimize stress the brackets should be as far apart as possible when clamped to the Extend A Gun VP tube Refer to the SIDE LO...

Page 14: ...by a single pole single throw switch chosen by the installer which will toggle the input of an electrical relay This toggle switch will only function when the valve is closed and should be mounted ad...

Page 15: ...6 0 it is critical to verify adequate clearance for the deck plate and pneumatic cylinder It is also critical to verify clearance for the swing radius of the valve which must be spun onto a threaded c...

Page 16: ...9 noted has the gearbox facing rearward when the inlet is on the left side 4 As viewed from the outlet end of the device the pneumatic cylinder must always be mounted approximately 180 from the valve...

Page 17: ...erway through the clearance hole keeping the reed switch wiring above the deck 5 Install the U bolts in the mounting brackets and torque the nuts per Section 6 0 which varies by bracket type 8 2 VALVE...

Page 18: ...ting screws using a 5 16 hex driver then rotate the gearbox until the REFERENCE ARROW points towards the letter from the table If resistance is encountered rotate the opposite direction instead to avo...

Page 19: ...the two notches on the bottom of the deck plate While holding the cylinder up against the deck plate install the band clamp spacer as low as practical between the telescoping waterway and the pneumati...

Page 20: ...ll magnetic switches ternimate in Deutsch connectors with labels Refer to the wiring diagram for proper installation 4 There is also an electrically actuated pneumatic directional control valve that r...

Page 21: ...Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021 21 LIX 575 June 24 2021 Rev00 8 5 1 WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 8 5 1 8 5 2 PLUG REFERENCE Figure 8 5 2...

Page 22: ...r complete installation perform the following actions in order NOTICE D Damage to equipment may occur when operated with low clearance Always ensure there is adequate clearance before attempting to ra...

Page 23: ...unted to an Extend A Gun with a PL outlet with the addition of an XFF CPL Companion Flange Kit 9 1 TWO PIECE CLAMP ROTATIONAL LOCK INSTALLATION FOR RL OUTLETS Task Force Tips monitors with RL inlet ar...

Page 24: ...MARK EXTEND A GUN OUTLET STEP 5 Unscrew monitor base from Extend A Gun outlet until Straight Ahead Reference Mark is facing desired direction Monitor may be unscrewed up to one full rotation from bott...

Page 25: ...r 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 electio...

Page 26: ...adapter This inlet adapter shown in Figure 3 3 bottom inlet configuration and Figure 8 2A side inlet configuration also serves as the valve seat retainer 4 Near the A port marking on the opposite side...

Page 27: ...raise If not verify 80 psi then follow the pneumatic calibration instructions 7 Per Figure 8 5 1 with switch in UP position verify continuity from terminal 85 to ground then verify 10 volts from grou...

Page 28: ...com serial number 15 0 OPERATION AND INSPECTION CHECKLIST BEFORE EACH USE the Extend A Gun VP must be inspected to this checklist 1 There is no obvious damage such as missing broken or loose parts da...

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