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LIX-630 August 24, 2020 Rev21

3.4 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS

3.4.1 BLITZFIRE MONITOR

The BLITZFIRE monitor is available in standard and high elevation models. Figure 3.4.1 identifies the various parts and controls on a

standard BLITZFIRE portable monitor. Parts and controls for a high elevation model are similar.

Figure 3.4.1

3.4.2 OSCILLATOR

Figure 3.4.2

Elevation Holding
Mechanism

Valve Handle

Serial Number

Carbide Tipped Spike

Folding Leg

Handle 
Locking 
Knob

Tie Off Point

Pivoting Outlet

Pivoting Inlet

 

Latching Pull Pin
(to start and stop oscillation)

Slider Block
(to change sweep angle)

Inlet

Outlet

Содержание BLITZFIRE Series

Страница 1: ...d 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 Jurisdic...

Страница 2: ...t size 3 Phillips Screwdriver 7 16 or Adjustable Wrench 5 32 Hex Key XX B Storage Bracket WARNING The Portable Monitor Storage Bracket is designed only to store the Portable Monitor Attempting to flow...

Страница 3: ...5 OUTLET PIVOTS 4 6 ELEVATION HOLDING MECHANISM 5 0 FLOW CHARACTERISTICS 5 1 AUTOMATIC FIXED AND SELECTABLE FLOW NOZZLES 5 2 STACKED TIPS OR SMOOTH BORE NOZZLES 5 3 STREAM STRAIGHTENERS 5 4 USE WITH F...

Страница 4: ...rrain Assure that the hose is not lifting spikes off the ground If stability is questionable reduce flow to limit reaction In the event of an out of control monitor Immediately retreat to a safe dista...

Страница 5: ...x 20 6 x 21 6 cm Weight without nozzle BLITZFIRE BLITZFIRE HE 24 5 lbs 11 1 kg Size legs folded BLITZFIRE OSC BLITZFIRE HE OSC 37 3 x 10 5 x 9 5 94 7 x 26 7 x 24 4 cm Weight without nozzle BLITZFIRE...

Страница 6: ...the various parts and controls on a standard BLITZFIRE portable monitor Parts and controls for a high elevation model are similar Figure 3 4 1 3 4 2 OSCILLATOR Figure 3 4 2 Elevation Holding Mechanism...

Страница 7: ...pening when water flow is not desired To unlock the valve handle from the closed position 1 Pull the knob on the right side of the valve handle 2 While pulling the knob use the other hand to move the...

Страница 8: ...fety valve proper function is indicated by the valve handle moving toward the closed position NOTE With water flowing the valve has additional forces on it that will move the valve to the fully closed...

Страница 9: ...icing of the slow close device may result in a malfunctioning Safety Shut Off Valve which could cause injury or death If service is needed on the slow close device contact Task Force Tips Do not add o...

Страница 10: ...low elevation angles to maximize usefulness for interior attack As with any monitor when the elevation angle is low the risk of sliding is increased This is because at low elevation angles the reacti...

Страница 11: ...PM REACTION LBS FLOW GPM REACTION LBS FLOW GPM REACTION LBS 1 0 210 80 266 126 297 157 364 236 390 275 1 1 4 328 120 415 196 464 245 1 1 2 473 177 NOZZLE DIAMETER NOZZLE INLET PRESSURE 4 BAR 6 BAR 8 B...

Страница 12: ...NCHARGED HOSE On a preconnected hoseline the BLITZFIRE may be carried using the valve handle front handle tie off point or over the shoulder with the legs folded as illustrated Figure 6 1 0 0 5 0 10 0...

Страница 13: ...s subject to operator fatigue and may not be as reliable as other methods Operating at limited flows will also reduce the risk of sliding 7 2 ANCHORING BY SPIKE HOLDS The holding ability of the spikes...

Страница 14: ...strap are provided with the BLITZFIRE A loop on the end of the strap may be placed over the anchor point or the strap may be wrapped around an object such as a tree and the snap end of the strap passe...

Страница 15: ...hock absorber will compress or extend as needed to protect the gears from overload Figure 8 3 DANGER Modifying this oscillating mechanism to fit any other monitor will cause the reaction force of the...

Страница 16: ...instructions LIX 635 provided with the bracket kit NOTICE The type of nozzle and flow pressure are critical to the coverage area The graph shows coverage area based on the movement capability of the...

Страница 17: ...ge 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 orig...

Страница 18: ...2686 11 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 compl...

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Страница 20: ...re are no missing broken or worn lugs on couplings BEFORE EACH USE appliances must be inspected to this list WARNING Equipment failing any part of the checklist is unsafe for use and must have the pro...

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