Task Force Tips Mid-Force Quick guide

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MANUAL: Hand Held Automatic
Dual Pressure Nozzles
Mid-Force, CAFS-Force and Dual-Force
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING 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 www.tft.
com/serial-number
TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.
MADE IN USA • www.tft.com 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219- 462-6161 • Fax [phone]
DANGER
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE
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.
FEMSA
Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service Association
P.O. Box 147, Lynnfield, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org
MID-FORCE with
IMPULSE
Trigger Valve System
MID-FORCE with Bail
Valve Handle
DUAL-FORCE with Bail
Valve Handle

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Table Of Contents
1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNALWORDS
2.0 SAFETY
3.0 GENERALINFORMATION
3.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS
3.2 SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1 MECHANICAL
3.3 NOZZLE COUPLINGS
3.4 USE WITH SALT WATER
4.0 FLOW CHARACTERISTICS
4.1 FLOW GRAPHS
4.2 FLOWAND RECTION CHARTS
4.3 REACHAND TRAJECTORY
5.0 NOZZLE CONTROLS
5.1 FLOW CONTROL
5.1.1 LEVER TYPE FLOW CONTROL
5.1.2 TIP ONLY
5.1.3 BALLSHUT-OFF
5.1.4 TWIST SHUT-OFF
5.1.5 IMPULSE TRIGGER HLOW CONTROL
5.1.5.1 IMPULSE TRIGGER LOCK
5.1.5.2 TRIGGER FLOW CONTROLSPEEDADJUSTMENT
5.2 PATTERN CONTROLADJUSTMENT
5.2.1 PATTERN CONTROL
5.2.2 FLUSH CONTROL
5.3 STANDARD/LOW PRESSURE KNOB MID-FORCE & DUAL-FORCE
6.0 USE WITH FOAM
6.1 FOAMASPIRATINGATTACHMENTS
7.0 USE OF NOZZLES
7.1 MID-FORCEAND DUAL-FORCE NOZZLES
7.2 CAFS-FORCE 1AND CAFS-FORCE 2 NOZZLES
8.0 APPROVALS
9.0 COLOR CODED VALVE HANDLEAND PISTOLGRIP
9.1 IMPULSE TRIGGER VALVE SYSTEM NOZZLE COLORED PISTOLGRIPS
10.0 WARRANTY
11.0 MAINTENANCE
11.1FIELD LUBRICATION
11.2IMPULSETRIGGER VALVE LUBRICATION
11.3 SERVICE TESTING
11.3.1 HYDROSTATIC TESTING
11.3.2 FLOW TESTING
11.3.3 RECORDS
11.4REPAIR
12.0 OPERATION and INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
Asafety 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 Z535.6-2011, the definitions 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, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
2.0 SAFETY
DANGER An inadequate supply of nozzle pressure and/or flow will cause an ineffective stream and can
result in injury, death, or loss of property. See flow graphs or call 800-348-2686 for assistance.
WARNING The nozzle may be damaged if frozen while containing significant amounts of water. Such
damage may be difficult to detect visually and can lead to possible injury or death. Any time the
nozzle is subject to possible damage due to freezing, it must be tested by qualified personnel
before being considered safe for use.
WARNING This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for firefighting. Their use for other
purposes may involve hazards not addressed by this manual. Seek appropriate guidance and
training to reduce risk of injury.
WARNING Failure to restrain nozzle reaction can cause firefighter injury from loss of footing and/or stream
protection. Nozzle reaction will vary as supply conditions change: such as opening or closing
other nozzles, hose line kinks, changes in pump settings, etc. Changes in spray pattern or
flushing will also affect nozzle reaction. The nozzle operator must always be prepared in the
event of these changes.
WARNING If nozzle gets out of control or away from operator, retreat from nozzle immediately. Do not
attempt to regain control of nozzle while flowing water. Injury from whipping can occur.
WARNING Water is a conductor of electricity. Application of water 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:
• Voltage of the line or equipment
• Distance from the nozzle to the line or equipment
• Size of the stream
• Whether the stream is solid or broken
• 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.
3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
The Task Force Tips nozzles are designed to provide excellent performance under most firefighting conditions. Their rugged
construction is compatible with the use of fresh water as well as firefighting foam solutions. Other important operating features are:
• Switchable from standard operation to low pressure
• Automatic pressure regulation (meets NFPA 1964 automatic nozzle pressure requirements)
• Slide valve for excellent stream quality at all valve positions
• Quick-acting pattern control from straight stream to wide fog
• “Power fog teeth” for full-fill fog
• “Gasket grabber” inlet screen to keep large debris from entering nozzle
• Easily flushable while flowing to clear trapped debris
• TFT’s five-year warranty and unsurpassed customer service

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3.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS
The nozzle is available in several different models and inlet connections. Basic body styles are shown in figure 3.1A
SERIES FLOW RANGE NOMINAL PRESSURE STANDARD COUPLING*
GPM L/min PSI BAR
MID-FORCE 70-200 265-760 100 7 1-1/2 NH
MID-FORCE 70-200 265-760 75 5 1-1/2 NH
DUAL-FORCE 95-300 360-1150 100 7 1-1/2 NH
DUAL-FORCE 95-300 360-1150 75 5 1-1/2 NH
CAFS-FORCE1 70-200 265-760 75 5 1-1/2 NH
CAFS-FORCE2 95-250 360-950 75 5 1-1/2 NH
* Other threads, coupling sizes, or connector styles can be specified at time of order.
COUPLING
RUBBER
GASKET
PISTOL
GRIP
STREAM
SHAPER
NOZZLE WITH VALVE
nd INTEGRAL PISTOL GRIPa
F
L
O
W
C
O
N
T
R
O
L
ON OFF
TIP ONLY NOZZLE
BARREL LABEL
NAME LABEL
PRESSURE
CONTROL
KNOB
VALVE HANDLE
NOZZLE WITH VALVE
GASKET
GRABBER
INLET
SCREEN
DETENTS
MID-FORCE and
DUAL-FORCE only
TIP ONLY NOZZLE
WITH TWIST SHUTOFF
VALVE POSITION
LABEL VALVE RING
NOZZLE WITH IMPULSE TRIGGER VALVE SYSTEM
OFFON
TRIGGER
4 POSITION LOCK
3.1A COMMON MODELS AND TERMS

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3.2 SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1 MECHANICAL
Maximum nozzle inlet pressure with
valve shutoff 300 psi 21 bar
Operating temperature range of fluid 33 to 120º F 1 to 50º C
Storage temperature range -40 to 150º F -40 to 65º C
Materials used Aluminum 6000 series hard anodized MIL8625 class 3 type 2,
stainless steel 300 series, nylon 6-6, nitrile rubber
3.3 NOZZLE COUPLINGS
Many inlet couplings such as NH (National Hose) or NPSH (National Pipe Straight Hose) can be specified at time of order.
CAUTION Nozzle must be mated to a hose line with matched threads. Mismatched or damaged threads may
cause nozzle to leak or uncouple under pressure and could cause injury.
CAUTION Dissimilar metals coupled together can cause galvanic corrosion that can result in the inability
to unscrew the threads or complete loss of thread engagement over time. Per NFPA 1962, 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.
3.4 USE WITH SALT WATER
Use with saltwater is permissible provided nozzle is thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use. The service life of the nozzle
may be shortened due to the effects of corrosion and is not covered under warranty.
4.0 FLOW CHARACTERISTICS
The following graphs show the typical performance of MID-FORCE, CAFS-FORCE and DUAL-FORCE nozzles.
SPECIAL CONFIGURATIONS - If nozzles are made according to the special marking or performance requirements of the fire
department then the operating characteristics may differ from the published data in this manual. Repair parts specific to each serial
number may differ from those shown in the service procedure. The required parts for each serial number are available on-line by
entering www.tft.123456 with the numbers corresponding to the serial number engraved on the product.

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4.1 FLOW GRAPHS
meets NFPA flow requirements
.
115 PSI
200 GPM
85 PSI
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320
Pressure (PSI)
Flow (GPM)
MID-FORCE
100/55 PSI (7/4 BAR)
STANDARD 100 PSI LOW 55 PSI NFPA 100 PSI NFPA 55 PSI
70 GPM
STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
70 - 200 GPM (265 - 760 L/min)
FLOW RANGE
LOW PRESSURE MODE
90 PSI
200 GPM
60 PSI
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320
Pressure (PSI)
Flow (GPM)
MID-FORCE
75/45 PSI (5/3 BAR)
STANDARD 75PSI LOW 45PSI NFPA 75 PSI NFPA 45 PSI
70 GPM
STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
70 - 200 GPM (265 - 760 L/min)
FLOW RANGE
LOW PRESSURE MODE
CAFS-Force 1
CAFS-FORCE 1 75/45 PSI (5/3 BAR)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320
FLOW (GPM)
WATER MODE CAF MODE NFPA75 PSI
PRESSURE(PSI)
CAF MODE
WATER MODE
90 PSI
60 PSI
75 GPM
200 GPM
The charts in section 4.2 of this document give specific examples of maximum flow rates for particular situations. Friction losses
may vary due to differences in hose construction resulting in flows different than those shown. For situations or lengths of hose not
listed on the chart, approximate flows can be calculated using conventional hydraulics. NOTE: Within the flow range, the nozzle inlet
pressure may be approximated to be 100 or 75 PSI, when used in the standard pressure mode, and 55 or 45 PSI in low pressure
mode.

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meets NFPA flow requirements.
For Nozzles Manufactured
After December 1, 2003
115 PSI
300 GPM
85 PSI
70 PSI
225 GPM
40 PSI
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320
Pressure (PSI)
Flow (GPM)
New DUAL-FORCE 100/55 PSI (7/4 BAR)
meets NFPA -
For Nozzles Manufactured After December 1, 2003
STANDRAD 100 PSI LOW 55 PSI NFPA 100 PSI NFPA 55 PSI
95 GPM
STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
95 - 300 GPM (360 - 1150 L/min)
FLOW RANGE
LOW PRESSURE MODE
95 - 225 GPM (360 - 850 L/min)
FLOW RANGE
90 PSI
250 GPM
60 PSI
225 GPM
30 PSI
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320
Pressure (PSI)
Flow (GPM)
New DUAL-FORCE 75/45 PSI (5/3 BAR) meets NFPA -
For Nozzles Manufactured after December 1, 2003
STANDRAD 75PSI LOW 45PSI NFPA 75 PSI NFPA 45 PSI
95 GPM
STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
95 - 250 GPM (360 - 950 L/min)
FLOW RANGE
LOW PRESSURE MODE
95 - 225 GPM (360 - 850 L/min)
FLOW RANGE
CAFS-Force 2
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320
FLOW (GPM)
WATER MODE CAF MODE NFPA 75 PSI
PRESSURE(PSI)
CAFS-FORCE 2 75/45 PSI (5/3 BAR)
90 PSI
60 PSI
95 GPM
250 GPM
WATER MODE
CAF MODE
FIGURE 3 - NOZZLE PERFORMANCE
(on pages 6 - 7)

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4.2 FLOW AND REACTION CHARTS
Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction.
150 ft. 150 ft. 150 ft.200 ft. 200 ft. 200 ft.250 ft. 250 ft.
50
225
200
175
150
125
100
75
21 31
65 93
117
140
162 183
8
13
30
45 59
72 84 94
55 93
121
143 163
180
196 209
17
31
42 52
61
69 78 87
21
29 59
84
105
124
141
158
7
12
27
40 52
63 73
82
50
83
107
126 143 159 173 186
16
27
36 44 52
59
66 72
21
28 55 77 96
112 128 142
7
12
25
37 47 57 65 73
46 75
97
114 130
143 156
168
14 24 32
39
46 52
58 63
21
32 72
108
141
174
204
---
8
14 34 54 72 90
105
---
65
111
143 172 195 213 228
---
21
38 52 65 77 90
102
---
21
32 67 97
125
151
175 198
8
14 32 48 63 78
91
102
60
100
129 152
174
192
207
221
19 33
45
56 66 76 86 96
21 31
63
91
114
136
157
176
7
13 29 44 57 70
81 91
54
91
117 138 158 175 189 203
17 30 40 50 58 66
75
83
22
36 84
135 196
--- --- ---
8
15
41
69
101
--- --- ---
82
141
184
213
--- --- --- ---
27
51
72 90
--- --- --- ---
22
35
79
122 168 212
--- ---
8
15
38 62 87
109
--- ---
75
128 167 198 220
--- --- ---
24
45
63 79
95
--- --- ---
113
151
187
222
113
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (PSI)
1 1/2" HOSE 1 3/4" HOSE 2" HOSE
STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STDLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
(1) Number on top in each box indicates flow (GPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (LBS). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 100 PSI. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4)
Flows are approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW (GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
STD
LP
100/55 PSI
250 ft.
22
34 75
---
8
15
36 57 78 97
---
68
119 153 182 205 223
--- ---
22
41
56 70 84 98
--- ---
LP

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Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction.
45M 45M 45M60M 60M 60M75M 75M 75M
3.5
15.5
14.0
12.0
10.0
8.6
7.0
5.2
80
115
245 350
445
530
615 695
4 6
14
20 27
33 38
43
210 350
460
540 615
680
740 790
8
14
19 24
28
31 35 40
80
110 225
320
395 470
535
600
3
5
12
18 24
29 33
37
190
315
405
475 540 600 655
705
7
12
16
20 24
27
30 33
80
105 210 290 365 425 485 535
3 5
11
17 21 26 30 33
175 285
365 430 490
540 590
635
6
11 15
18
21 24
26 29
80
85
275
410
535
660
770
---
4
6
15 25 33 41
48
---
245
420
540 650 740 805
--- ---
10
17 24 30 35 41
--- ---
80
120 255 365
475
570
660 750
4 6
15 22 29 35
41
46
225
380
490 575
660
725
785
835
9
15
20
25 30 35 39 44
80
115
240
345
430
515
595
665
3 6
13 20 26 32
37 41
205
345
445 520 600 660 715 770
8
14 18 23 26 30
34
38
85
135 320 510 740
--- --- ---
4
175
19
31
46
--- --- ---
310
535
695
805
--- --- --- ---
12
23
33 41
--- --- --- ---
85
130
300 460 635 800
--- ---
4
7
17 28 40 50
--- ---
285 485 630 750
--- --- --- ---
11
20
29 36
--
--- --- ---
85
130 285 430
570
710
840
---
4
7
16 26 35 44 51
---
38mm HOSE 45mm HOSE 50mm HOSE
7 barLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
(1) Number on top in each box indicates flow (LPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (KG). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 7 bar. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4) Flows are
approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW (LPM)
REACTION
(KG)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
7 bar
LP
7 bar7 bar 7 bar 7 bar7 bar 7 bar7 bar7 bar
7/4 BAR
225 450 580 690 775 845
--- ---
10
19
25 32 38 45
--- ---
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (BAR)
LP

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Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction.
150 ft. 150 ft. 150 ft.200 ft. 200 ft. 200 ft.250 ft. 250 ft.
50
225
200
175
150
125
100
75
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (PSI)
1 1/2" HOSE 1 3/4" HOSE 2" HOSE
STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STDLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
(1) Number on top in each box indicates flow (GPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (LBS). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 100 PSI. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4)
FLOW (GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
STD
LP
75/45 PSI
250 ft.
43 55 78
108 136 162 183 204
14 22 35 50 63 73 82 90
69
104 127 149 166 180 192 204
20 32 42 50 60 70 79 89
43 53 72 96
119 138 157 174
14 21 32 43 54 64 72 79
62 92
113 131 148 163 174 184
18 27 35 43 50 57 65 73
42 51 68 86
106 124 140 155
16 24 31 38 44 50 55 62
13 20 29 39 49 57 64 71
45 59 91
134 173 206 220
---
84
121 153 174 191 206 220
---
15 24 41 62 78 91
104
---
25 39 52 65 78 91
104
---
44 57 82
118 148 175 201 214
74
110 136 159 174 189 202 214
15 23 37 54 68 79 88 98
21 34 45 55 66 77 87 98
43 55 77
105 132 155 176 196
67
101 123 145 162 175 188 199
14 22 34 48 60 71 80 86
19 30 40 48 57 66 76 85
45 64
122 203
ó ó ó ó
84
155 182 204
ó ó ó ---
97
140 171 192 210
ó ó ó
45 62
105 166 210
ó ó ó
45 60 97
146 189 215
ó ó
25 53 71 89
ó ó ó
---
15 27 56 89
ó ó ó
---
29 47 63 79 95
ó ó
---
16 26 48 75 95
ó ó
---
15 25 44 67 85 99
ó
---
57 83
103 119 134 147 160 170
LP
89
128 162 181 199 214
ó ó
26 42 56 70 85 99
ó
---

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Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction.
45M 45M 45M60M 60M 60M75M 75M 75M
3.5
15.5
14.0
12.0
10.0
8.6
7.0
5.2
38mm HOSE 45mm HOSE 50mm HOSE
5 barLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
(1) Number on top in each box indicates flow (LPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (KG). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 7 bar. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4) Flows are
approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW (LPM)
REACTION
(KG)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
7 bar
LP
5 bar5 bar 5 bar 5 bar5 bar 5 bar5 bar5 bar
5/3 BAR
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (BAR)
LP
261 394 481 564 628 681 727 772
163 208 295 409 515 613 693 772
6
10 16 23 29 33 37 41
9
15 19 23 27 32 36 40
163 201 273 363 450 522 594 659
235 348 428 496 560 617 659 696
8
12 16 20 23 26 29 33
6
10 15 20 24 29 33 36
216 314 390 450 507 556 606 643
159 193 257 326 401 469 530 587
7
11 14 17 20 23 25 28
6 9
13 18 22 26 29 32
318 458 579 659 723 780 833
---
170 223 344 507 655 780 833
---
11 18 24 29 35 41 47
---
7
11 19 28 35 41 47
---
280 416 515 602 659 715 765 810
167 216 310 447 560 662 761 810
10 15 20 25 30 35 39 44
9
14 18 22 26 30 34 39
254 382 466 549 613 662 712 753
163 208 291 397 500 587 666 742
6
10 15 22 27 32 36 39
318 587 689 772
ó ó ó ó
170 242 462 768
ó ó ó ó
11 24 32 40
ó ó ó
---
7
12 25 40
ó ó ó
---
367 530 647 727 795
ó ó ó
170 235 397 628 795
ó ó ó
13 21 29 36 43
ó ó
---
7
12 22 34 43
ó ó
---
337 484 613 685 753 810
ó ó
170 227 367 553 715 814
ó ó
12 19 25 32 39 45
ó ó
7
11 20 30 39 45
ó
---
7
12 19 25 31 36 40 44

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Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
150 ft. 150 ft. 150 ft.200 ft 200 ft 200 ft250 ft. 250 ft. 250 ft.
1 1/2" HOSE 1 3/4" HOSE 2" HOSE
50
250
225
200
175
150
125
100
75
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (PSI)
16 23 33 47 60 72 83 93
102
STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STDLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction. (1) Number on top of each box indicates flow (GPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (LBS). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 100
PSI. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4) Flows are approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
STD
LP
48 59 74
100 124 146 165 183 199
54 91
118 141 160 178 194 209 223
47 57 69 89
110 128 145 160 174
50 80
104 124 141 157 171 184 196
45 56 65 82
100 116 131 144 157
47 72 94
112 128 142 154 166 177
17 31 41 51 60 68 76 84 91
15 22 30 42 53 63 72 80 88
15 27 36 44 51 58 64 71 77
14 21 28 38 47 56 64 71 81
15 23 33 46 59 71 81 91
100
50 61 83
119 151 179 204 227 248
62
110 144 172 196 217 237 255 269
49 60 77
107 134 158 179 199 216
56 98
128 152 174 193 210 226 241
48 59 73 98
122 143 162 179 195
50 61 86
126 160 190 217 242 264
17 25 38 58 75 91
105 117 129
14 24 32 39 45 51 57 62 67
20 38 52 65 77 88 99
110 122
16 24 35 51 66 79 91
101 112
18 33 45 56 66 75 84 93
102
17 25 40 61 80 97
112 126 139
53 89
116 138 157 175 190 205 218
51 63 99
152 198 238 273 307 329
76
141 185 221 252 274 294 311 328
51 62 91
136 176 210 240 268 293
70
127 166 199 227 251 270 287 303
65
116 152 182 208 230 250 268 283
17 30 40 50 58 66 74 81 89
18 27 47 76
101 124 144 163 181
25 51 71 90
108 126 144 163 181
17 26 43 67 89
108 125 141 155
23 45 62 78 93
108 123 138 154
21 40 56 70 80 95
108 121 134
150 ft. 200 ft 250 ft.
2 1/2" HOSE
STD STD STDLP LP LP
53 65
122 207 283 331
--- ---
---
19 28 59
106 149 183
--- ---
---
53 65
135 245 328
--- --- --- ---
107 206 265 299 326
--- --- --- ---
53 65
128 223 312 340
--- --- ---
102 194 254 288 315 340
--- --- ---
97
184 242 279 306 329
--- --- ---
19 28 66
128 179
--- --- ---
---
37 82
119 149 179
--- --- ---
---
19 28 62
115 166 195
--- ---
---
35 76
110 139 167 195
--- ---
---
33 71
103 130 156 182
--- ---
---
100/55 PSI
For Nozzles with: Serial # TFT-H465101 and over or Manufactured after 12/01/2003

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45M 45M 45M60M 60M 60M75M 75M 75M
38mm HOSE 45mm HOSE 50mm HOSE
3.5
17.0
15.5
14.0 12.0 10.0
8.6 7.0
5.2
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (bar)
7
10 15 21 27 33 38 42 46
7 barLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction. (1) Number on top of each box indicates flow (GPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (LBS). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 100
PSI. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4) Flows are approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW
(l/min)
REACTION
(KG)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
7 bar
LP
182 223 280 379 469 553 625 693 753
204 344 447 534 606 674 734 791 844
178 216 261 337 416 484 549 606 659
189 303 394 469 534 594 647 696 742
170 212 246 310 379 439 496 545 594
178 273 356 424 484 537 583 628 670
8
14 19 23 27 31 34 38 41
7
10 14 19 24 29 33 36 40
7
12 16 20 23 26 29 32 35
6
10 13 17 21 25 29 32 35
7
10 15 21 27 32 37 41 45
189 231 314 450 572 678 772 859 939
235 416 545 651 742 821 897 965
1018
185 227 291 405 507 598 678 753 818
212 371 484 575 659 731 795 855 912
182 223 276 371 462 541 613 678 738
189 231 326 477 606 719 821 916 999
8
11 17 26 34 41 48 53 59
6
11 15 18 20 23 26 28 30
9
17 24 29 35 40 45 50 55
7
11 16 23 30 36 41 46 51
8
15 20 25 30 34 38 42 46
8
11 18 28 36 44 51 57 63
201 337 439 522 594 662 719 776 825
193 238 375 575 749 901
1033 1162 1245
288 534 700 836 954
1037 1113 1177 1241
193 235 344 515 666 795 908
1014 1109
265 481 628 753 859 950
1022 1086 1147
246 439 575 689 787 871 946
1014 1071
8
14 18 23 26 30 34 37 40
8
12 21 34 46 56 65 74 82
11 23 32 41 49 57 65 74 82
8
12 20 30 40 49 57 64 70
10 20 28 35 42 49 56 63 70
10 18 25 32 38 43 49 55 61
45M 60M 75M
64mm HOSE
LP LP LP
201 246 462 783
1071 1253
ó ó
---
9
13 27 48 68 83
ó ó
---
201 246 511 927
1241
ó ó ó ó
405 780
1003 1132 1234
ó ó ó ---
201 246 484 844
1181 1287
--- ó ---
386 734 961
1090 1192 1287
ó ó ó
367 696 916
1056 1158 1245
ó ó ---
9
13 30 58 81
ó ó ó
---
17 37 54 68 81
ó ó ó
---
9
13 28 52 75 88
ó ó
---
16 34 50 63 76 88
ó ó
---
15 32 47 59 71 83
ó ó
---
7 bar 7 bar 7 bar 7 bar 7 bar7 bar 7 bar 7 bar7 bar 7 bar 7 bar
7/4 BAR
Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart

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Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
150 ft. 150 ft. 150 ft.200 ft 200 ft 200 ft250 ft. 250 ft. 250 ft.
1 1/2" HOSE 1 3/4" HOSE 2" HOSE
50
250
225
200
175
150
125
100
75
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (PSI)
16 25 39 52 63 72 81 89 97
STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STDLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction. (1) Number on top of each box indicates flow (GPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (LBS). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 100
PSI. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4) Flows are approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
STD
LP
48 64 96
122 145 165 183 200 216
71
104 130 151 170 187 202 216 229
47 60 85
108 124 144 160 174 188
65 91
114 133 149 164 178 190 202
45 58 77 98
115 130 144 157 169
60 82
103 120 135 148 160 172 182
20 31 41 49 57 65 72 80 88
15 23 34 45 54 62 70 77 83
18 27 35 42 48 55 61 66 72
14 22 31 40 48 56 62 68 74
15 25 38 50 61 70 79 87 94
50 73
115 149 177 203 227 249 269
84
126 157 183 206 225 241 257 271
49 67
103 131 156 178 198 216 234
75
112 139 162 182 201 217 231 244
48 63 93
119 141 160 178 195 210
50 76
121 158 189 217 243 266 284
17 29 48 64 78 91
102 113 123
16 24 31 37 43 48 53 58 63
25 39 52 63 74 86 98
109 122
16 26 42 56 68 79 88 97
106
22 34 44 54 63 71 80 90 99
17 31 51 69 84 98
110 121 133
70
101 126 147 165 182 197 211 223
51 88
148 197 239 276 295 312 329
107 162 203 232 256 276 295 313 336
51 81
132 173 210 242 270 289 304
96
145 182 212 234 255 272 288 304
88
133 166 194 218 236 254 269 284
20 30 39 48 55 63 70 77 85
18 36 64 88
108 127 145 163 181
33 54 72 90
108 127 145 163 180
17 33 57 76 94
109 123 138 154
29 47 63 77 92
108 123 138 154
26 42 56 68 81 94
107 120 134
150 ft. 200 ft 250 ft.
2 1/2" HOSE
STD STD STDLP LP LP
53
111 206 282 307 343 356 368 380
18 46 92
131 157 186 210 232 255
53
123 252 300 343 356 369
ó ---
157 230 269 300 341 355 368
ó ---
53
116 224 290 317 349 362 375
ó
148 221 260 290 335 348 361 373
ó
140 212 251 281 307 342 354 367 378
19 52
114 150 185 210 235
ó
---
52 89
120 150 185 209 234
ó
---
19 49
101 140 167 198 222 245
---
48 83
112 140 173 197 221 245
---
45 77
105 131 157 186 209 232 255
75/45 PSI
For Nozzles with: Serial # TFT-H465101 and over or Manufactured after 12/01/2003

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45M 45M 45M60M 60M 60M75M 75M 75M
38mm HOSE 45mm HOSE 50mm HOSE
3.5
17.0
15.5
14.0 12.0 10.0
8.6 7.0
5.2
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE (bar)
7
11 18 24 29 33 37 40 44
5 barLP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP LP
CAUTION: Changing to Low Pressure mode will typically increase nozzle reaction. (1) Number on top of each box indicates flow (GPM), and number on bottom indicates nozzle reaction (LBS). (2) In Standard mode, the average nozzle pressure is 100
PSI. (3) Flows may vary with brand or condition of hose. (4) Flows are approximate and do not reflect losses in preconnect piping.
FLOW
(l/min)
REACTION
(KG)
= STANDARD PRESSURE MODE
= LOW PRESSURE MODE
7 bar
LP
182 242 363 462 549 625 693 757 818
269 394 492 572 643 708 765 818 867
178 227 322 409 481 545 606 659 712
246 344 431 503 564 621 674 719 765
170 220 291 371 435 492 545 594 640
227 310 390 454 511 560 606 651 689
8
14 19 23 27 31 34 38 41
7
10 15 20 24 28 32 35 38
8
12 16 19 22 25 28 30 33
6
10 14 18 22 25 28 31 34
7
11 17 23 28 32 36 39 43
189 276 435 564 670 768 859 942
1018
318 477 594 693 780 852 912 973
1026
185 254 390 496 590 674 749 818 886
284 424 526 613 689 761 821 874 924
182 238 352 450 534 606 674 738 795
189 288 458 598 715 821 920
1007 1075
8
13 22 29 35 41 46 51 56
7
11 14 17 20 22 24 26 29
11 18 24 29 34 39 44 49 55
7
12 19 25 31 36 40 44 48
10 15 20 24 29 32 36 41 45
8
14 23 31 38 44 50 55 60
265 382 477 556 625 689 746 799 844
193 333 560 746 905
1045 1117 1181 1245
405 613 768 878 969
1045 1117 1185 1272
193 307 500 655 795 916
1022 1094 1151
363 549 689 802 886 965
1030 1090 1151
333 503 628 734 825 893 961
1018 1075
9
14 18 22 25 29 32 35 39
8
16 29 40 49 58 66 74 82
15 24 33 41 49 58 66 74 82
8
15 26 34 43 49 56 63 70
13 21 29 35 42 49 56 63 70
45M 60M 75M
64mm HOSE
LP LP LP
201 420 780
1067 1162 1298 1347 1393 1438
8
21 42 59 71 84 95
105 116
201 466 954
1136 1298 1347 1397
ó ó
594 871
1018 1136 1291 1344 1393
ó ---
201 439 848
1098 1200 1321 1370 1419
---
560 836 984
1098 1268 1317 1366 1412
ó
530 802 950
1064 1162 1294 1340 1389 1431
9
24 52 68 84 95
107
ó
---
24 40 54 68 84 95
106
ó
---
9
22 46 64 76 90
101 111
---
22 38 51 64 78 89
100 111
---
20 35 48 59 71 84 95
105 116
5 bar 5 bar 5 bar 5 bar 5 bar5 bar 5 bar 5 bar5 bar 7 bar 5 bar
5/3 BAR
Flow And Nozzle Reaction Chart
12 19 25 31 37 43 49 54 61

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4.3 REACH AND TRAJECTORY
Care must be taken to avoid dents or nicks in the nozzle tip because they can seriously affect the stream reach.
The following are specific examples of maximum flow rates for particular situations. Friction losses may vary due to differences in
hose construction resulting in flows different than those shown. For situations or lengths of hose not listed on the chart, approximate
flows can be calculated using conventional hydraulics.
All reach testing was taken in still air conditions at an elevation of 30 degrees.
MID-FORCE
Flow range 70-200 GPM, automatic pressure
control at emergency low pressure mode.
NOZZLE TESTED
Mid-Force
Model: HM-VPGI
Serial #: TFTH-145249
MODEL
HD-VPGI
SHOWN
DUAL-FORCE
Flow range 70-250 GPM, automatic pressure
control with 100 PSI and emergency low
pressure mode.
NOZZLE TESTED
DUAL-FORCE
Model: HD-VPGI
Serial #: TFTH-041501

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5.0 NOZZLE CONTROLS
Nozzle control valves must be opened slowly to eliminate unnecessary strain on the hose and couplings and reduce pressure surges.
5.1 FLOW CONTROL
5.1.1 LEVER TYPE FLOW CONTROL
On models that use a lever type valve handle, the nozzle is shut off
when the handle is fully forward. The valve handle has detented
flow positions. These detent positions allow the nozzle operator to
regulate the flow of the nozzle depending on the need or what can
be safely and effectively handled. TFT recommends the use of a
pistol grip for easier handling. For additional stress reduction, a
hose rope or strap may also be used. This permits more effective
use and ease of advancement, while minimizing strain and fatigue.
Nozzles attached to an in-service hose shall be stored in the off
position.
5.1.2 TIP ONLY
Tip only nozzles have NO shut-off valve within the nozzle and
MUST be used with a separate ball valve attached to the nozzle.
Using a nozzle without a shutoff is an unsafe practice and should
never be done.
TASK FORCE TIPS
5.1.3 BALL SHUT-OFF
Aseparate ball valve for use with Tip Only nozzles is shut off when
the valve handle is fully forward. Pulling back on the handle opens
the valve. Open valve slowly to avoid sudden changes in nozzle
reaction. Close valve slowly to prevent water hammer. Note: In
partially open positions a ball valve will cause turbulence and
adversely affect stream quality. Nozzles attached to an in-service
hose shall be stored in the off position.
5.1.4 TWIST SHUT-OFF
On models that use a twist flow control, the valve is opened or
closed by rotating the valve ring. Rotating the ring clockwise
(as seen from the operating position behind the nozzle) closes
the valve, while counterclockwise rotation opens it. Detents are
providedat four intermediatepositions andthe position ofthe valve
is shown by the exposed valve position label. Nozzles attached to
an in-service hose shall be stored in the off position.
5.1.5 IMPULSE TRIGGER HLOW CONTROL
NOTE: THE TRIGGER RETURNS TO OFF
IF NOT HELD OR LOCKED
OFFON
TRIGGER
LOCK
WARNING Do not intentionally release the nozzle while flowing and trust the valve to shut off automatically.
The trigger nozzle’s ability to shut off by itself represents an extra level of safety when following
normal nozzle handling procedures. To rely on it as the sole means of safety increases the risk
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5.1.5.2 TRIGGER FLOW CONTROL SPEED ADJUSTMENT
TheIMPULSEvalvecontainsaslowclosemechanismtoprevent
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
figure.5.1.5.2.
Slower
Close
Faster
Close
Do not unscrew the adjuster past the end of the hand grip (to unscrew it too far could result in the loss of dampening fluid.)
WARNING As the closing time is increased so does the risk of injury from an out of control nozzle. A flowing
nozzle can cause injury within the first second of lost control. Use caution when adjusting the
closing speed and always verify performance after adjustment.
5.2 PATTERN AND FLUSH CONTROL
5.2.1 PATTERN CONTROL
TFT’s nozzles have full pattern control from straight stream to wide fog. Turning the stream shaper clockwise (as seen from the
operating position behind the nozzle) moves the shaper to the straight stream position. Turning the shaper counterclockwise will
result in an increasingly wider pattern.
Since the stream trim point varies with flow, the stream should be “trimmed” after changing the flow to obtain the straightest and
farthest reaching stream. To properly trim the stream, first open the pattern to narrow fog. Then close the stream to parallel to give
maximum reach. Note: Turning the shaper further forward will cause stream crossover and reduce the effective reach of the
nozzle.
The nozzle reaction is greatest when the shaper is in the straight stream position. The nozzle operator must be prepared for a change
in reaction as the pattern is changed.
5.1.5.1 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 Release: Pull back slightly on trigger without any pressure
on the lock. The spring loaded lock will 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
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5.2.2 FLUSH CONTROL
Small debris passes through the debris screen (if equipped) and may get caught inside the nozzle. This trapped material will cause
poor stream quality, shortened reach, and reduced flow. To remove small debris, the nozzle may be flushed as follows:
• While still flowing water, rotate the SHAPER counterclockwise (as viewed from
behind the nozzle) to the flush position. (increased resistance will be felt on
the SHAPER or RING as the nozzle goes into flush) This will open the nozzle
allowing debris to pass through.
• During flush the nozzle reaction will decrease as the pattern becomes wider and
the pressure drops. The nozzle operator must be prepared for an increase of
nozzle reaction when returning the nozzle from the flush position to retain control
of the nozzle.
• Rotate the SHAPER out of flush to continue normal operations.
WARNING Large amounts or pieces of debris may be unflushable and can reduce the flow of the nozzle resulting
in an ineffective flow. In the event of a blockage, it may be necessary to retreat to a safe area, uncouple
the nozzle and remove debris.
5.3 STANDARD/LOW PRESSURE KNOB MID-FORCE & DUAL-FORCE
For situations where the standard pressure setting at the nozzle is impractical, the MID-FORCE or DUAL-FORCE may be switched
to a low pressure mode. In the low pressure mode the nozzle pressure is reduced by about 50% while maintaining a usable stream
and increasing the flow. The nozzle operator must be prepared for a change in reaction when changing modes. See the flow chart
in section 4.2 for actual performance.
To switch to the low pressure mode, shut off water flow with valve and turn knob at front of nozzle (see figure 4) counterclockwise
(when viewed from front). Reopen valve to flow water at reduced pressure. Repeat the process, except turn knob clockwise, to return
to standard pressure operation
Knob In
Low Pressure Mode
Knob In
Standard Operating Mode
Mid-Force Dual-Force
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6.0 USE WITH FOAM
The nozzle may be used with foam solutions. Refer to fire service training for the proper use of foam.
WARNING For Class B fires, lack of foam or interruption in the foam stream can cause a break in the foam
blanket and greatly increase the risk of injury or death.
Assure that:
• Application rate is sufficient (see NFPA 11 or foam manufacturer’s recommendations)
• Enough concentrate is on hand to complete task (see NFPA for minimum duration time
requirements)
• Foam logistics have been carefully planned.
Allow for such things as:
• Storage of foam in a location not exposed to the hazard it protects
• Personnel, equipment and technique to deliver foam at a rapid enough rate
• Removal of empty foam containers
• Clear path to deliver foam, as hoses and other equipment and vehicles are deployed
WARNING Improperuseoffoamcanresultininjuryordamagetotheenvironment.Followfoammanufacturer’s
instructions and fire service training to avoid:
• Using wrong type of foam on a fire, i.e. Class A foam on a Class B fire
• Plunging foam into pools of burning liquid fuels
• Causing environmental damage
• Directing stream at personnel
WARNING There are a wide variety of foam concentrates. Each user is responsible for verifying that any foam
concentrate chosen to be used with this unit has been tested to assure that the foam obtained is
suitable for the purpose intended.
WARNING Use of compressed air foam (CAF) with hand held nozzles can cause sudden surges in nozzle
reaction force resulting in risk of injury or death from loss of footing or hose whipping. Be
prepared for sudden changes in nozzle reaction caused by:
• Slug loading (Loss of foam concentrate sends slugs of air and water into the nozzle)
• Sudden release of built-up pressure in the hose when opening a nozzle
6.1 FOAM ASPIRATING ATTACHMENTS
Multi-expansion or low expansion aspirating attachments may be used with nozzles to increase the expansion ratio. These foam
tubes attach and detach quickly from the nozzle. As expansion ratio is increased, the reach of the nozzle will be decreased due to
the greater amount of bubbles in the stream and their ability to penetrate the air. Generally the straight stream reach with foam is
approximately 10% less than with water only. Actual results will vary based on brand of foam, hardness of water, temperature, etc.
For specific information, see LIA-025 (MANUAL: Foam Attachments for TFT Nozzles).
7.0 USE OF NOZZLES
7.1 MID-FORCE AND DUAL-FORCE NOZZLES
Many factors contribute to the extinguishment of a fire.Among the most important is delivering water at a flow rate sufficient to absorb
heat faster than it is being generated. The flow rate depends largely on the pump discharge pressure and hose friction loss. It can be
calculated using a hydraulic equation such as:
PDP = NP + FL + DL + EL
PDP = Pump discharge pressure in PSI
NP = Nozzle pressure in PSI
FL = Hose friction loss in PSI
DL = Device loss in PSI
EL = Elevation loss in PSI
This manual is not intended to act as a training guide for safe fireground tactics and operations. For additional information visit www/
tft.com or contact customer service at 800-348-2686.
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