Task Force Tips Ball Intake Valve Quick guide

This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the operation,
servicing and safety procedures associated with the Ball Intake Valve, Ball Intake Valve RC, Jumbo Ball Intake
Valve and/or Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
Ball Intake Valve
Ball Intake Valve RC
Jumbo Ball Intake Valve
Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC
WARNING Read instruction manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the
manual and receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. A person who has
not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate
the Ball Intake Valve, Ball Intake Valve RC, Jumbo Ball Intake Valve and/or Jumbo Ball
Intake Valve RC.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
LIA-200 October 19, 2006 Rev 09©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2002-2006
TASK FORCE TIPS, Inc. 2800 E. Evans Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383-6940 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax [phone]
MADE IN USA •www.tft.com
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OPERATING RANGE:
Pressure Max 250 PSI
Pressure Min Full Vac.
Hydrostatic
Proof Test:
900 PSI
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Six seconds from
open to close
meets NFPA 1901
slow close requirement.

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1.0 MEANING OF SIGNAL WORDS
A safety related message is identified by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved
with a particular hazard. Per ANSI standard Z535.4-1998 the definitions of the three signal words are as follows:
DANGER
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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2.0 SAFETY
DANGER Do not use AC current to operate the Ball Intake Valve RC or the Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC. The
Ball Intake Valve RC and the Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC are 12 or 24VDC systems ONLY! Using the
wrong power source could cause electrocution, resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING Kinks in supply hose may reduce water flow and cause injury or death to persons dependant on
water flow. When this valve is used on a hydrant or fire truck it is recommended that it be used with
an elbow to minimize risk of hoseline kinks.
WARNING Injury or death can result from burst hoses and fittings. Be sure the pressure relief valve is set at
the proper pressure for the type of hose and equipment you are using. See NFPA 1961 and NFPA
1962.
WARNING This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for firefighting. Its use for other purposes
may involve hazards not addressed by this manual. See appropriate guidance and training to
reduce risk of injury.
1.0
2.0
3.0
3.1
3.2
3.3
4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
5.0
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
MEANING OF SIGNAL WORDS
SAFETY
GENERAL INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
CORROSION
USE WITH SALT WATER
INSTALLATION
MOUNTING ON TRUCK
RC INSTALLATION AND WIRING
CHANGING HANDWHEEL TO LEFT SIDE
CHANGING HANDWHEEL TO LEFT SIDE RC
RC MANUAL OVERRIDE
USE
INTAKE ELBOW
VALVE POSITION INDICATOR
STORZ SUCTION GASKET REQUEST
BALL INTAKE VALVE RC OPERATION
6.0
7.0
7.1
7.2
8.0
9.0
10.0
11.0
12.0
13.0
AIR VENT AND WATER DRAIN
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
SETTING PRESSURE
FLOW vs. PRESSURE CURVE
DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
TROUBLE SHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
BALL INTAKE VALVE PRESSURE LOSS
TEMPLATES
WARRANTY
The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response
equipment and services want responders to know and understand the
following:
1. Firefighting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous
activities requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme
caution at all times.
2. It is your responsibility to read and understand any user's instructions,
including purpose and limitations, provided with any piece of equipment
you may be called upon to use.
3. It is your responsibility to know that you have been properly trained in
Firefighting 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 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 follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other
severe injury.
DANGER
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE
Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Services Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 147, Lynnfield, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org
FEMSA

CAUTION
CAUTION
Maximum operating pressure 250 PSI (17 bar). Do not exceed 250 PSI on either side of the valve.
Valve must be properly connected. Mismatched or damaged connectors may cause leaking or
uncoupling under pressure and could cause injury.
CAUTION The electric Ball Intake Valve RC and the Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC may be remotely operated.
The electric drives are current limited but may still produce enough force to cause injury. Keep
hands and fingers away from pinch points on the valve.
CAUTION Do not use the manual override hand wheel while the electric controls are in operation. The electric
drives produce enough torque to cause injury.
CAUTION The Ball Intake Valve RC and the Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC have current limiting capabilities
which stops the motor if an obstruction is encountered. The Ball Intake Valve RC and the Jumbo
Ball Intake Valve RC must be installed as instructed using the correct controls and electrical
boxes. Failure to do so will result in damage to the electric motor and loss of current limiting
controls. This may result in injury.
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The Ball Intake Valve and the Jumbo Ball Intake Valve are intended for use on the intake manifold of a fire engine. An electric remote
controlled (RC) model allows the valve to be operated from a remote location. The valve is kept closed while the water supply from a
hydrant or another pumper to the engine is being established. This prevents the pump from sucking air through the intake manifold and
losing its prime. Once the supply hose is filled and under pressure, and the air has been vented from the hose, the valve may be opened
to connect the pump to the water supply. An adjustable pressure relief valve mounted on the bottom of the valve opens to relieve any
excess pressure that may damage the hose or the pump. The Task Force Tips Ball Inlet Valve has a unique patented half ball, with a
acts much like a gate valve.thermo-plastic rubber seat, and
3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Intake
Elbow
Swivel
Side B
Coupling
Air Vent & Drain
Pressure Relief Valve
Outlet
Side A
Coupling
Handwheel
Shot Pin
Knob
Valve Position Indicator
Air Vent
& Drain
Handwheel
Intake
Elbow
Swivel
Side B
Coupling
AC1ST-NX
Ball Intake Valve
AB1ST-NX
Ball Intake Valve w/Pressure Relief Valve
Shot Pin
Knob
Valve Position Indicator
Outlet
Side A
Coupling
AB1ST-NX-RC
Ball Intake Valve RC and Control Box
Manual Override
Hand Wheel
Electric Motor
PLUG
CONTROLS
HEX NUT
RECEPTACLE
DUST CAP

31
2" (89mm)
31
2" (89mm)
Ø3.75" (95mm)
7/32" (5.5mm) DIA
(4) PLACES
OR TAP FOR
10-32 UNC
THREAD
CUT OUT FOR CONTROLS
Ø1.00" (25mm)
1/8" (3mm) DIA
(4) PLACES
CUT OUT FOR
QUICK CONNECT RECEPTACLE
0.919" (23mm)
OPTIONAL FLAT
INSTALLER CAN USE FLAT OR #4
SCREWS TO STOP ROTATION
0.964" (24.5mm)
SQUARE
2' (610mm)
PLUG
10' (3m)
10' (3m)10' (3m)
CONTROLS BIV
HEX NUT
RECEPTACLE
DUST CAP
4.0 INSTALLATION
Screw the large coupling to the pump inlet manifold. The valve position indicator should be clearly visible, but need not be level.
4.1 MOUNTING ON TRUCK
Hose couplings are attached using polymer bearing rings which provides electrical insulation to help prevent galvanic corrosion. Task
Force Tips is using a three-step process to fight corrosion. The cast aluminum parts in this valve have been impregnated to fill the
microscopic pores in the cast aluminum. The parts are then hard anodized, and finally powder coated, inside and out, to help prevent
corrosion. The effects of corrosion can be minimized by good maintenance practice. See section 10.0 for maintenance.
3.2 CORROSION
3.3 USE WITH SALT WATER
Use with salt water is permissible provided valve is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use. The service life of the valve
may be shortened due to the effects of corrosion and is not covered under warranty.
3.1 SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
Waterway Size
Max Pressure
Opening/Closing Speed
Opening/Closing Speed
Voltage
Current Draw
BALL
INTAKE VALVE
3.65” (93mm)
250 psi (17 bar)
BALL INTAKE
VALVE RC
3.65” (93mm)
250psi (17 bar)
6 sec
6 sec
12 or 24volt DC
3 amps running
10 amps current limiting
4.2 ELECTRIC INSTALLATION AND WIRING
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IMPORTANT!!
NOTE: Override
knob will only turn in one direction.
When mechanical installation and electrical connections are complete, perform the following test to verify voltage supply is adequate
and the current limiting feature is functioning.
1) Apply power to monitor control box.
2) Press OPEN or CLOSE button and hold until monitor reaches its stop position. Continue to hold button down.
3) Once movement is stopped, manually turn override knob in opposite direction while continuing to hold button down. If knob
can be turned, then voltage supply is adequate. If knob cannot be turned and motor continues to operate, then the voltage
supply or wiring is not adequate. Check connections and voltage connection point, rewire if necessary.
WARNING The electric motor and other components are ignition sources. The electric BIV should be operated
only in areas where there is adequate ventilation and no hazard of flammable vapor buildup.
NOTE:
CABLE IS GEL FILLED TO PREVENT MOISTURE WICKING INTO ENCLOSURE.
GEL IS NON-HAZARDOUS AND SHOULD BE WIPED OFF CONDUCTORS WITH RAG.
See Full Size Templates Section 12, page 15
JUMBO BALL
INTAKE VALVE
5.25” (133mm)
250 psi (17 bar)
JUMBO BALL
INTAKE VALVE RC
5.25” (133mm)
250psi (17 bar)
6 sec
6 sec
12 or 24volt DC
3 amps running
10 amps current limiting
RED(+) AND BLACK (-) TO
POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
15 AMPS OVER CURRENT DEVICE

4.3 CHANGING HAND WHEEL TO LEFT SIDE (NON RC MODELS)
The handwheel is shipped from the factory on the right
hand side of the valve. The hand wheel. can be switched to
the left hand side for convenience or if it interferes with
other equipment on the pump panel.
To move the hand wheel to the opposite side, remove the retaining ring on the end of
the shaft. Pull the shaft out of the gear box. As the shaft is withdrawn, grasp the small
key on the shaft so it does not get lost. Remove and switch the two plastic bushings
that come out of the sides of the gearbox. The bushing with the large hole is installed
on the same side as the handwheel. Look through the gear box and note
approximate position of the keyway in the worm inside the gear box. Slide the shaft
into the gearbox on the opposite side of the gear box with the key oriented the same
as the keyway. A small dab of grease will keep the key place. Rotate the shaft until
the key finds the keyway and push the shaft in until it stops. Reinstall the retaining
ring. Do not over expand the retaining ring.
RETAINING
RING KEY
SHAFT ASSEMBLY
LARGE
BUSHING
SMALL
BUSHING
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4.4 CHANGING HAND WHEEL TO LEFT SIDE (RC MODELS)
STEP 1: Remove screws and end cover
STEP 2: Slide off both sprockets and chain as one unit.
STEP 3: Remove button head screw and lock washer to remove motor unit.
STEP 4: Remove 4 screws and reposition motor so electric wire points in desired direction.
STEP 5: Change hand wheel to other side as in Section 4.3.
STEP 6: Reverse steps 1, 2 and 3 to reinstall motor on other side.
STEP 7: Reverse polarity of motor by holding OPEN and CLOSE buttons together for 15 seconds.
NOTE: Remove set screw that is in hole for the button head screw and reinstall the set screw on the other side.
The set screw plugs the hole to keep dirt from entering the gearbox.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

4.5 BALL INTAKE VALVE RC MANUAL OVERRIDE
The Ball Intake Valve RC is motor driven but also has an override
handwheel for operating the valve manually. The override
handwheel may also be used in the event of power failure. If
electrical power is supplied to the control panel then the LED valve
position display will track the valve's position as the handwheel is
moved. If the handwheel is moved while there is no power to the
electric controls than the LED valve position display will be in error
when the electric power is reconnected. The LED valve position
indicator will self correct the first time the valve is cycled under
electric control.
If more compactness is desired the override handwheel may be
removed. The drive shaft has a hex so a wrench or socket may be
used for manual override. If the manual override handwheel is
removed assure that the correct size wrench of socket is available
in the event of power failure.
11/16” (18mm) Hex
To open the valve turn the hand wheel until the valve position says "OPEN". To close the
valve turn the hand wheel the opposite way until the valve position indicator says "CLOSED".
5.0 USE
5.1 INTAKE ELBOW
5.2 VALVE POSITION INDICATOR
The intake elbow swivels 360 degrees to help prevent hose kinks, and make connection of suction lines easier. The intake
can be turned forward or backward to help make connections in tight places if the water supply is in front of or behind the
truck. To turn the elbow, pull the shot pin knob on top of the elbow. The elbow will lock into a detent every 45 degrees. There
is a hole on the side of the elbow that can be used to attach the lanyard or chain of a cap by use of . The elbow
may be swivelled to any of eight positions by pulling the shot pin knob.
a key ring
If your application of this product requires drafting, you may need a suction gasket, please
call 1-800-348-2686 to receive a free suction gasket by mail.
Part Numbers: 4” STORZ - item # A4216, 5” STORZ - item # A4221
5.3 STORZ ‘SUCTION GASKET’ REQUEST
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
3
4
1
2
1
4
1
4
1
2
3
4
CLOSED
3
4
3
4
1
2
1
2
1
4
1
4
5.4 BALL INTAKE VALVE RC OPERATION
Power LED:
Position Indicator:
Control Buttons:
LED will be solid green when power is present
5 LEDs indicate valve position. One for full close (red at far right), one for full open
(green at far left), three yellow for 25%, 50 %, and 75% open. Two LEDs will light
when position is between two percentages.
Note: The position indicator will lose position if the manual override is used while
the power is off. Position location is restored after the first cycle of electric
operation.
All 5 position LED's blinking indicates a fault with the motors encoder.
Manual Mode
When OPEN or CLOSE button is pressed, valve opens or closes until button is
released.
Automatic Mode
When OPEN or CLOSE button is momentarily pressed, valve opens or closes
fully.
During valve movement if STOP or the other direction is momentarily pressed
the motor will stop.
Changing Modes (Unit is shipped from factory in the Manual Mode)
Press CLOSE and STOP buttons together and hold for 10 seconds to change to
Automatic Mode.
Press OPEN and STOP buttons together and hold for 10 seconds to change to
manual mode.
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POWER
LED
POSITION
INDICATOR
CONTROL BUTTONS

0
25
50
75
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
275
300
0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 FLOW (GPM)
PRESSURE (PSI)
0
5
10
15
20
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 FLOW (LPM)
125 PSI SETTING
200 PSI SETTING
50 PSI SETTING
PRESSURE (BAR)
This valve is equipped with an Air Vent/Drain which will allow the air to escape from the valve when the hose is charged.
TheAir Vent/Drain is opened by turning the knob counter clockwise and closed by turning it clockwise.
To drain the water out of the valve after use open the Air Vent/Drain. A 1/2” diameter plastic tube may be used to run the
drain behind the pump panel.
To set the relief valve pressure turn the adjusting screw on the relief valve housing until the surface of the screw is even
with the desired pressure. Do not cap or plug discharge opening.
6.0 AIR VENT AND WATER DRAIN
7.0 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
7.1 RELIEF VALVE SETTING PRESSURE
7.2 RELIEF VALVE FLOW vs. PRESSURE CURVE
If there is a pressure relief valve on the bottom side of the valve. It may be set to any pressure between 50 and 200 p.s.i.. Its
function is to protect the pump and the supply hose from excess pressure. The relief valve may be mounted with its
opening facing the front, back, right or left. A piece of hose or tubing may be mounted on the round spout to direct the water
coming out of the relief valve away from the pump panel. To change the orientation of the relief valve, remove the four 7/16
bolts on the corners of the relief valve flange, orient the valve the way you want it, and replace the bolts. Use a drop of
thread locking compound on the threads of the bolt to prevent them from coming loose.
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE PERFORMANCE
Adjusting
Screw
Relief Valve
Discharge Opening
CAUTION Loss of prime can interrupt water flow and cause injury or death. Always bleed
out air with air valve to prevent possible loss of prime.
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8.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
AC Series
AB Series
10
11
13
14
15
16
17
18 59 20
22
23
25
24
58
27
21
14
60
28
30
32
29
33
69
68
36 37 38
61 62 63
42 43
45 46
47
44
54
62 64
65
66
67
31
50
49
48
51
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
12
13
56
57
9
53
52
14
15
21
3
7654
9
8
2
57
16
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Exploded View
of Ball Intake Valve

8.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
Index Description QTY Part #
1 BGIV BODY - POWDER COAT 1 A1015
2 O-RING-236 3-1/4 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-236
3 BACK RING STAINLESS STEEL 1 A1201S
4 VALVE SEAT 1 A1520
5 PLASTIC STRIP 7.00" 1 A1290
6 SEAL RETAINER 1 A1521S
7 COUPLING 5.0"NHF X PSF7.0-NFS 1 A1261NT
COUPLING 6.0"NHF X PSF7.0-NFS 1 A1266NX
8 GASKET - 5.0" HOSE COUPLING 1 V3220
GASKET - 6.0" HOSE COUPLING 1 V3240
9 PORT PLUG 1 A1299
10 RETAINING RING 1 VR4275
11 SMALL BUSHING 1 A1525
13 GEAR BOX 1 A1505
14 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 4 VT37-16SH1.2
15 5/32 X 7/8 HDP SPIROL PIN #12437 1 V1900
16 POSITION INDICATOR 1 A1517
17 LABEL; BGIV GEARBOX 1 AL010
18 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 2 VP25-20BH500
20 KNOB 1 A1512
21 WASHER .812 OD X .406 ID X .065 THICK 2 VW812X406-65
22 CRANK BUSHING 1 A1513
23 3/8-16 X 1.5 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 VT37-16BH1.5
24 CRANK SHAFT 1 A1510
25 KEY, 1/8" X 1.00" 1 X225
27 THIN WASHER 2 A1530
28 12 DP WORM 1 X220
29 INTERNAL WORM GEAR TRUNNION 1 A1501
30 GEAR THRUST WASHER 1 A1502
31 GEAR SPACER 1 A1511
32 3/8-16 X 5/16 SOCKET SET SCREW CUP POINT P 2 VT37-16SS312
33 1/4" BALL - 302 STAINLESS STEEL 72 V2125
36 CUP SEAL 6.0” ID X 3/16 C/S 1 A1545
37 HALF BALL STAINLESS STEEL 1 A1043S
38 ELBOW 4" (4” STORZ ONLY) 1 A1071
ELBOW 5" 1 A1054
42 ½ BARB X ¼ NPT FITTING 1 XX329
43 DETENT PIN 1 A1560
44 SPRING 1 X345
45 DETENT PIN HOUSING 1 A1570
46 DETENT PIN KNOB 1 A1575
47 SPIROL PIN 1 VP125X750H
48 LOCKING LEVER - MOLDED 1 A4171
49 SPRING TORSION 1 A4230
SPOUT 4”NHM X PSF5.25 1 A4620N
SPOUT 4.5”NHM X PSF5.25 1 A4625N
SPOUT 5”NHM X PSF5.25 1 A4630N
COUPLING 4.0”NH X PSF5.25 1 A4660N
COUPLING 4.5”NH X PSF5.25 1 A4665N
COUPLING 5.0”NH X PSF5.25 1 A4670N
COUPLING 6.0”NH X PSF7.0 1
MATE PSF5.25 X PSM7.0 1
PLASTIC STRIP 5.25" 1
CUP SEAL 5.25 X 4.750 X ¼ 1
LABEL; PORT COVER 1
BALL 7/16" STAINLESS 1
COUPLING HEAD STORZ 4" X 4.25PSF 1
INSERT RING STORZ 4” 1
O-RING 155 4” ID X 3/32 C/S 1
50
A1266NX
A4745
A1291
A1596
A1298
VB.437
A4114
A4164
VO-155
COUPLING HEAD STORZ 5" X 5.25PSF 1 A4115
INSERT RING STORZ 5” 1 A4165
O-RING 250, 5” ID X 1/8 C/S 1 VO-250
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Index Description QTY Part #
1 1/2-13 X 1.0 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 VT50-13BH1.0
2 O-RING-236 3-1/4 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-236
3 DEBRIS WASHER 1 A1169
4 HOUSING W/OUT THDS 1 A1150
5 5/16-18 X 3/8 SOCKET SET SCREW CUP POINT 1 VT31-18SS375
6 VALVE SEAT 1 A1168
7 PISTON -HARDCOAT 1 A1160
8 O-RING-231 2-5/8 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-231
9 QUAD RING 422 1.5 ID X 1/8 C/S 2 VOQ-4222
11 SPRING SEAT 1 A1166
12 RELIEF SPRING 1 A1170
13 SMALLEY RING 1 V4210
14 ADJUSTING SCREW 1 A1167
15 SPRING HOUSING 1 A1164
16 COVER PLATE/CAP 1 X631
8.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
Index Description QTY Part #
COUPLING HEAD STORZ 6" X 5.25PSF 1
INSERT 6.0"BSPM X PSF5.25 1
COUPLING HNDL 4.0"NHF X PSF5.25 1
COUPLING HNDL 4.5”NHF X PSF5.25 1
COUPLING SH 5.0"NHF X PSF7.0 NFS 1
MATE PSF5.25 X PSM7.0-NFS 1
50 PLASTIC STRIP 5.25" 1
CUP SEAL 5.25 X 4.750 X ¼ 1
LABEL; PORT COVER 1
BALL 7/16" STAINLESS 1
*X696SX-LOCK
A4765
A4560N
A4565N
A1261NT
A4745
A1291
A1596
A1298
VB.437
COUPLING SH 6.0"NHF X PSF7.0-NFS 1 A1266NX
MATE PSF5.25 X PSM7.0-NFS 1 A4745
PLASTIC STRIP 5.25” 1 A1291
CUP SEAL 5.25 X 4.750 X ¼ 1 A1596
LABEL; PORT COVER 1 A1298
BALL 7/16" STAINLESS 1 VB.437
GASKET 4” PRESSURE (4” STORZ ONLY) 1 A4215
GASKET 4” PRESSURE (4” STORZ ONLY)/VACUUM 1 A4216
GASKET 5” PRESSURE (5” STORZ ONLY) 1 A4220
GASKET 5” PRESSURE (5” STORZ ONLY)/VACUUM 1 A4221
51 GASKET 6” PRESSURE (6” STORZ ONLY)/VACUUM 1 A4226
GASKET 4.0” HOSE COUPLING 1 V3198
GASKET 4.5” HOSE COUPLING 1 V3210
GASKET 5.0” HOSE COUPLING 1 V3220
GASKET 6.0” HOSE COUPLING 1 V3240
52 PLASTIC STRIP 4.25" (4” STORZ ONLY) 1 A1292
PLASTIC STRIP 5.25" 1 A1291
53 CUP SEAL 4.25X3.750 X 1/4 (4” STORZ ONLY) 1 A1597
CUP SEAL 5.25 X 4.750 X 1/4 1 A1596
54 BALL 7/16" STAINLESS 302 1 VB.437
56 HOLLOW TRUNNION 1 A1514
57 7/16-14 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT 4 VT43-14HX1.0
58 LONG BUSHING 1 A1526
59 HANDWHEEL 1 X281
60 NAMEPLATE 1 A1306
61 DRAIN BODY 1 A1543
62 O-RING-115 2 VO-115
63 DRAIN SLEEVE 1 A1541
64 DRAIN LEVER 1 A1542
65 DOG POINT SCREW 1 H515
66 O-RING-110 1 VO-110
67 O-RING-128 1 VO-128
68 O-RING-214 1 VO-214
69 SET SCREW 1 VT31-18SS375
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1 1/4-28 X 5/8 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 6 VT25-28SH625
2 REDUCER COVER 1 A1097
3 BUSHING NYLON 1 X252
4 38LINK ROLLER CHAIN 1 AX1685
5 DRIVE SPROCKET 12 TEETH 1 X253
6 BUSHING MOTOR 1 X256
7 THIN WASHER 2 A1530
8 BIV SPROCKET 25 TEETH 1 A1098
9 3/8-16 X 3/4 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 VT37-16BH750
10 LOCK WASHER 3/8" 1 VW375SSLOCK
11 REDUCER HOUSING 1 A1096
12 CUP SEAL 1.0625 X .5625 X 1/4 1 Y4620
13 STRAIN RELIEF PG11 .39 HOLE 1 Y5205
14 6-32 X 5/16 LONG SHCS WITH HEAD SEAL 4 VT06S32SH312
15 MOTOR SOCKET 1 Y4615
16 O-RING-038 2-5/8 ID 1/16 C/S 1 VO-038
17 GEAR MOTOR WITH ENCODER 1 Y4610
18 ENCLOSURE 1 Y4616
INDEX DESCRIPTION QTY PART #
8.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
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Exploded View
of Motor Assembly for
Ball Intake Valve RC and
Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC

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8.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
Exploded View
of Jumbo Ball Intake Valve

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8.0 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
INDEX DESCRIPTION QTY PART #
1 6" BALL INTAKE BODY 1 A1086
2 HALF BALL STAINLESS STEEL 8" DIA 1 A1088S
3 O-RING-262 7.0 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-262
4 6" BACK RING STAINLESS STEEL 1 A1084S
5 6" VALVE SEAT 1 A1082
6 6" SEAL RETAINER STAINLESS STEEL 1 A1080S
7 PLASTIC STRIP 7.00" 1 A1290
10 COUPLING SHORT HANDLED 6.0"NH FEMALE 1 A1266NX
COUPLING SHORT HANDLED 6.0"NPSH FEMALE A1266IX
11 GASKET - 6.0" HOSE COUPLING 70 +/-5SHORE 1 V3240
12 5/16-18 X 3/8 SOCKET SET SCREW CUP POINT 1 VT31-18SS375
13 O-RING-128 1-1/2 ID 3/32 C/S 1 VO-128
14 GEAR SPACER 1 A1511
15 O-RING-214 1 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-214
16 INTEGRAL WORM GEAR & TRUNNION 1 A1501
17 GEAR THRUST WASHER 1 A1502
18 GEAR BOX 1 A1506
20 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 4 VT37-16SH1.2
21 LABEL BALL INTAKE GEARBOX 1 A1301
22 5/32 X 7/8 HDP SPIROL PIN #12437 1 V1900
23 POSITION INDICATOR 1 A1517
24 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 VT37-16BH1.5
25 CRANK BUSHING 1 A1513
26 KEY; 1/8" X 1.00" 1 X225
27 1/4-20 X 1/2 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 2 VT25-20BH500
30 WASHER .812"OD .406"ID .065"THICK 1 VW812X406-65
31 KNOB - SOFT TOUCH 1 A1512
32 HANDWHEEL LABEL; BIV 1 A1306
33 HANDWHEEL 1 X281
34 CRANK SHAFT 1 A1510
35 LARGE BUSHING 1 A1526
36 THIN WASHER 2 A1530
37 12 DP WORM 1 X220
40 SMALL BUSHING 1 A1525
41 RETAINING RING 15 MM EXTERNAL STAINLESS 1 VR4275
42 3/8-16 X 1/2 SOCKET SET SCREW CUP POINT 1 VT37-16SS500
43 1/4" BALL - 302 STAINLESS STEEL 72 V2125
44 CUP SEAL 6 ID 6 3/8 OD X 3/16 HGT 1 A1545
45 ELBOW (for 6" Female Couplings) 1 A1090
ELBOW (for 6" Male Or 6" Storz) A1091
ELBOW (for 5" Female Couplings) A1092
ELBOW (for 5" Male Or 5" Storz) A1054
46 DETENT PIN 1 A1560
47 PULL PIN SPRING 1 X345
50 DETENT PIN HOUSING 1 A1570
51 DETENT KNOB 1 A1575
52 1/8 X 3/4 HDP SPIROL PIN 12310 1 VP125X750H
53 BALL 7/16" STAINLESS 1 VB.437
54 PLASTIC STRIP (for 6" Storz And 5" Threaded) 1 A1293
PLASTIC STRIP (for 6" Female Coupling) A1290
55 CUP SEAL LOADED (6" Storz And 5" Male Only) 1 A1594
56 INSERT 6.0"BSPM (6" Storz Only) 1 A1094
60 6" STORZ WITH LOCK 1 X696-LOCK
COUPLING SHORT HANDLED 6.0"NH FEMALE A1266NX
COUPLING SHORT HANDLED 6.0"NH FEMALE A1266IX
SPOUT 6.0" NH MALE A4640N
COUPLING SHORT HANDLED 5"NH FEMALE A1261NT
COUPLING SHORT HANDLED 5"NPSH FEMALE A1261IT
61 GASKET 6" STORZ PRESSURE 1 A4225
GASKET 6" STORZ SUCTION AND PRESSURE A4226
62 MIV TRUNNION STAINLESS STEEL 1 A1087
63 O-RING-236 3-1/4 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-236
64 7/16-14 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT 4 VT43-14HX1.0
65 RELIEF VALVE HOUSING 1 A1150
66 1/2-13 X 1.0 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 VT50-13BH1.0
67 O-RING-232 2-3/4 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-232
70 DEBRIS WASHER 1 A1169
71 VALVE SEAT PRV 1 A1168
72 PISTON 1 A1160
73 QUAD-RING-222 1-1/2 ID 1/8 C/S 2 VOQ-222
74 SPRING SEAT 1 A1166
75 RELIEF SPRING DACROMET COATED 1 A1170
76 WH-150-F-S02 SMALLEY RING 1.567/1.582"OD 1 V4210
77 ADJUSTING SCREW 1 A1167
78 SPRING HOUSING 200 MAX 1 A1164
79 5/16-18 X 3/8 SOCKET SET SCREW CUP POINT 1 VT31-18SS375
80 3/8-24 X 3/8 DOG POINT 1 H515
81 FOLLOWER 1 U251
82 DRAIN HOUSING 1 A1543
83 O-RING-115 11/16 ID 3/32 C/S 2 VO-115
84 DRAIN SLEEVE 1 A1541
85 O-RING-110 3/8 ID 3/32 C/S 1 VO-110
86 DRAIN LEVER 1 A1542
87 1/2" BARB X 1/4"NPTM NIPPLE 1 Xx329
INDEX DESCRIPTION QTY PART #
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10.0 MAINTENANCE
This valve should be disconnected, cleaned and visually inspected inside and out at least twice annually, or as water
quality and use may require. Moving parts such as hand wheels, valve ball and couplings should be checked for smooth
and free operation. Seals shall be greased as needed with a Silicone based grease such as Dow Corning 112.Any scrapes
that expose bare aluminum should be cleaned and touched up with enamel paint such as Rust-Oleum. Replace any
missing or damaged parts before returning valve to service.
CAUTION Dissimilar metals coupled together can cause galvanic corrosion that can result in the
inability to unscrew the threads of complete loss of thread engagement over time. Per
NFPA 1962 (1998 edition), if dissimilar metals are left coupled together an anti-corrosive
lubricant should be applied to the threads. Also the coupling should be disconnected
and inspected at least quarterly.
CAUTION Any alterations to the Ball Intake Valve and its markings could diminish safety and
constitutes a misuse of this product.
11.0 BALL INTAKE VALVE PRESSURE LOSS
9.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING
SYMPTOM
Leaks
Binding,
Erratic operation
Does not open or close
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Debris or damage in seal area
Low Voltage (see below)
Low voltage due to:
- wire gage too small
- wire length too long
- poor connection
- inadequate apparatus electrical system
REMEDY
Clean out debris or replace damaged parts
See Below
Check connections and wiring per section 7.2
FLOW (GPM)
INTAKE VALVE PRESSURE LOSS
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500
PRESSURE LOSS (PSI)
TFT BIV with
5" COUPLING
11 PSI AT 2000 GPM
TFT BIV with
4" COUPLING
33 PSI AT 2000 GPM
TFT JUMBO BIV
With 5” Coupling
5 PSI AT 2000 GPM
TFT JUMBO BIV
With 6” Coupling
3 PSI AT 2000 GPM

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CUT OUT FOR RC CONTROLS
TEMPLATE 4.2A
CUT OUT FOR QUICK CONNECT PLUG
TEMPLATE 4.2B
12.0 TEMPLATES
Ø3.75"
(95mm)
7/32” (5.5mm) DIA
(4) PLACES
OR TAP FOR
10-32 UNC THREAD
3 1/2”
(89mm)
3 1/2”
(89mm)
Ø1.00" (25mm)
1/8" (3mm) DIA
(4) PLACES
0.919" (23mm)
OPTIONAL FLAT
INSTALLER CAN USE FLAT OR #4
SCREWS TO STOP ROTATION
0.964" (24.5mm)
SQUARE

Task Force Tips, Inc., 2800 East Evans Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383 ("TFT") warrants to the original purchaser of its
Ball Intake Valve, Ball Intake Valve RC, Jumbo Ball Intake Valve, Jumbo Ball Intake Valve RC ("equipment"), and to
anyone to whom it is transferred, that the equipment shall be free from defects in material and workmanship during the five
(5) year period from the date of purchase.
TFT's obligation under this warranty is specifically limited to replacing or repairing the equipment (or its parts) which
are shown by TFT's examination to be in a defective condition attributable to TFT. To qualify for this limited warranty,
the claimant must return the equipment to TFT, at 2800 East Evans Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383, within a
reasonable time after discovery of the defect. TFT will examine the equipment. If TFT determines that there is a
defect attributable to it, TFT will correct the problem within a reasonable time. If the equipment is covered by this
limited warranty, TFT will assume the expenses of repair.
If any defect attributable to TFT under this limited warranty cannot be reasonably cured by repair 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 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
consequential or incidental damages for injury to person and/or property resulting from any defective equipment
manufactured or assembled by TFT. It is agreed and understood that the price stated for the equipment is in part
consideration for limiting TFT's liability. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.
TFT shall have no obligation under this limited warranty if the equipment is, or has been, misused or neglected (including
failure to provide reasonable maintenance) or if there have been accidents to the equipment or if it has been repaired or
altered by someone else.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
THIS IS A LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY ONLY. TFT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS WITH RESPECT TO THE
EQUIPMENT ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE MADE BY TFT
BEYOND THAT STATED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
13.0 WARRANTY
TASK FORCE TIPS, Inc. 2800 E. Evans Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383-6940 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax [phone]
MADE IN USA •www.tft.com
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