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©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC  2020 

LIA-335 May 11, 2020 Rev00

MANUAL:  IN-LINE GAUGE WITH VALVE

IN-LINE PIVOTING GAUGE WITH VALVE

IN-LINE GAUGE WITH 45° VALVE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and 
receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at tft.com/ 
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This equipment is intended for use by trained and quali

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approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize 

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the operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with this product. This manual 
should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.

OPERATION RANGE:

PRESSURE MAX 300 PSI (20 BAR)

HYDROSTATIC PROOF TEST:

900 PSI (62 BAR) PER NFPA 1965

TASK FORCE TIPS LLC

MADE IN USA • TFT.com

3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA

800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155

Summary of Contents for IN-LINE GAUGE WITH VALVE

Page 1: ...d 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 with this product This manual should be kept available to ...

Page 2: ...ions 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 s instructions 6 Failure to fo...

Page 3: ... matched connections CAUTION Dissimilar metals coupled together can cause galvanic corrosion that can result in the inability to uncouple the connection or complete loss of engagement over time Failure could cause injury Per NFPA 1962 if dissimilar metals are left coupled together an anti corrosive lubricant should be applied to the connection and the coupling should be disconnected and inspected ...

Page 4: ...le Rigid Pivoting 20 2 5 64 Male Rigid Operating Temperature Range of Fluid 33 to 120 F 0 to 50 C Storage Temperature Range 40 to 150 F 40 to 65 C Materials Used Aluminum 6000 series hard anodized MIL8625 class 3 type 2 stainless steel 300 series Table 3 1 3 2 USE WITH SALT WATER Use with salt water is permissible provided the equipment is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use The ser...

Page 5: ...ve stops will not result in a tighter seal between the ball and valve seat All valves include markings to indicate the direction of handle rotation to open the valve Automatic valve lock keeps valve position while flowing at partial openings Kicking or standing on the valve controls is considered misuse of the appliance 4 1 SLOW CLOSE VALVE Slow close valves utilize a knob to actuate Turning the k...

Page 6: ... 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 consequent...

Page 7: ...h 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 6 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 ...

Page 8: ...lear of obstructions 5 Coupling is tight and leak free BEFORE BEING PLACED BACK IN SERVICE equipment must be inspected to this list 1 All controls and adjustments are operational 2 There are no broken or missing parts 3 Shutoff valve closes off the flow completely 4 There is no damage that could impair safe operation e g detents cracks corrosion or other defects 5 The waterway is clear of obstructio...

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