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©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2021

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LIX-575 June 24, 2021 Rev00

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

G-Force

INSTRUCTION FOR SAFE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE

Extend-A-Gun VP™

Remote Control Pneumatic Telescoping Waterway 

with Integrated Valve for Deck Mounted Monitors 

DANGER

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/

serial-number. 
This equipment is intended 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 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 all operating and maintenance personnel. 

Содержание Extend-A-Gun VP

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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