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2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
The Task Force Tips Ultimatic ER nozzles are designed to provide excellent performance under most fi refi ghting conditions. Their
rugged construction is compatible with the use of fresh water (see section 2.5 for saltwater use). Other important operating features
are:
• Quick-acting pattern control from straight stream to wide fog
• “Power fog teeth” for full-fi ll fog
• Easily fl ushable while fl owing to clear trapped debris
• TFT’s fi ve-year warranty and unsurpassed customer service
DANGER
An inadequate supply of nozzle pressure and/or fl ow will cause an ineff ective stream and can
result in injury, death or loss of property. Call 800-348-2686 for assistance.
WARNING
This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for fi refi ghting. Their use for other
purposes may involve hazards not addressed by this manual. Seek appropriate guidance and
training to reduce risk of injury.
WARNING
Water is a conductor of electricity. Application of water solutions on high voltage equipment
can cause injury or death by electrocution. The amount of current that may be carried back to
the nozzle will depend on the following factors:
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Voltage of the line or equipment
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Distance from the nozzle to the line or equipment
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Size of the stream
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Whether the stream is solid or broken
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Purity of the water1
1 The Fire Fighter and Electrical Equipment,
The University of Michigan Extension Service, Fourth Printing 1983. Page 47.
CAUTION
Fire streams are capable of injury and damage. Do not direct water stream to cause injury or
damage to persons or property.
CAUTION
The nozzle may become damaged if allowed to freeze while containing water. Always drain
after use to avoid damage and possible loss of use.
NOTICE
To prevent mechanical damage, do not drop or throw equipment.
1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
A safety related message is identifi ed by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular
hazard. Per ANSI standard Z535.6-2006, the defi nitions of the four signal words are as follows:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
