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5.1.4.2 TRIGGER FLOW CONTROL SPEED ADJUSTMENT
The IMPULSE valve contains a slow close mechanism to prevent the nozzle from
slamming off if the trigger is suddenly released. The closing speed is set at the
factory to be slow enough to reduce water hammer, (“water hammer” is always
present in any valve when it is shut off . The slow close mechanism will reduce this
but cannot eliminate it completely) but fast enough to reduce the potential danger of
hose whipping from a dropped nozzle. The closing speed may be adjusted as shown
in the fi gure.5.1.4
Slower
Close
Faster
Close
NOTICE
The High Pressure 1 inch (25 mm) models do not
have the slow close feature. They are often used in
pulsing applications and need to close quickly.
Do not unscrew the adjuster past the end of the hand grip (to unscrew it too far
could result in the loss of dampening fl uid).
Figure 5.1.4
WARNING
As the closing time is increased so does the risk of injury from an out of control nozzle. A fl owing
nozzle can cause injury within the fi rst second of lost control. Use caution when adjusting the
closing speed and always verify performance after adjustment.
5.1.5 NORMAL OPERATING POSITION
45°
15°
90°
45°
Horizontal
Slow Closer
Operating Range
Slow Closer
Operating Range
WARNING
The Slow Close Feature relies on a fl uid and air combination in the pistol grip. For proper function,
the pistol grip should be within its normal operating position. The normal operating position
is with the nozzle horizontal or pointing up with the pistol grip within 45 degrees of vertical.
Releasing the trigger suddenly outside of the normal orientation will likely result in faster shut-off
causing a higher pressure spike and increasing the risk of a burst hose. Do not suddenly release
the trigger when operating outside of the nozzle’s normal orientation.
5.1.4.1 IMPULSE TRIGGER LOCK
Use an 1/8” (3mm) punch to push out pin
and remove lock if the lock is not desired.
LOCK
TRIGGER
LOCK PIVOT PIN
To Lock:
Push on the lock while pulling back the
trigger to engage one of the four locked positions.
To Un-Lock:
Pull back slightly on trigger without any
pressure on the lock. The spring loaded lock should
automatically move to the unlocked position.
WARNING
When the trigger lock is engaged, the nozzle will not shut off if dropped. Always shut off nozzle
before releasing the pistol grip to avoid injury from an out of control nozzle.