Task Force Tips CROSSFIRE User manual

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MANUAL: CROSSFIRE Monitor
With Stow-A-Way 800 Base
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
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.
DANGER
Risk of sliding increases at low elevation angles. To reduce risk of injury or death from sliding,
do not pull elevation pin stop while on portable base.
This Instruction Manual is intended to familiarize reghters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing, and
safety procedures associated with the portable monitor.
This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
TASK FORCE TIPS LLC
MADE IN USA • tft.com
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax [phone]
See Section 4.10.5
For Flow/Pressure
Operating Envelope
TFTX-XXXXXX
SERIAL #: MODEL #: XFT-NJ

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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. Fireghting 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
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 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, Lynneld, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org

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1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
2.0 SAFETY
3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
3.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS
3.2 SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1 MECHANICAL
4.0 CROSSFIRE DEPLOYMENT
4.1 QUICK CONNECT SWIVEL JOINT
4.2 INSTALLING MONITOR ON BASE
4.3 REMOVING MONITOR TOP FROM BASE
4.4 SIDE-TO-SIDE ROTATION AND ROTATION LOCK
4.5 ELEVATION CONTROL AND STOP PIN
4.6 AUTOMATIC DRAIN
4.7 TRUCK MOUNT BASE
4.8 TRUCK MOUNTING OF THE PORTABLE BASE
4.9 CROSSFIRE ® USAGE
4.10 FLOWS AND PRESSURES
4.10.1 STACKED TIPS
4.10.2 AUTOMATIC MASTER STREAM NOZZLES
4.10.3 STREAM STRAIGHTENERS
4.10.4 PRESSURE LOSS
4.10.5 OPERATING ENVELOPE
4.11 TRANSPORTING MONITOR ON TRUCK MOUNT BASE
5.0 STOW-A-WAY 800 BASE
5.1 SITE SELECTION
5.2 EXTENDING PORTABLE LEGS
5.3 RETRACTING PORTABLE BASE LEGS
5.4 PORTABLE BASE LEG SPIKES
5.5 PORTABLE BASE ANCHORING
5.6 ADDING A FLOW SAFELY VALVE
5.7 HOSE CONNECTION
5.8 PRESSURE RELIEF OPTION
5.9 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SETTING
6.0 PORTABLE BASE STORAGE
6.1 STORAGE BRACKET
6.1.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR BLIND MOUNTING
6.1.2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WHERE BACK OF MOUNTING SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE
7.0 APPROVALS
8.0 DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS
8.1 MONITOR DRAWING AND PART LIST
8.2 STOW-A-WAY 800 DRAWING AND PART LIST
8.3 VALVE UPGRADE KIT (XF500-KIT) DRAWING AND PART LIST
8.4 HIGH FLOW INLET OPTION
8.5 DOUBLE INLET OPTION
9.0 WARRANTY
10.0 ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
11.0 MAINTENANCE
11.1 GREASING THE WORM GEAR
11.2 SERVICE TESTING
11.2.1 HYDRAULIC TEST
11.2.2 RELIEF VALVE TEST
11.2.3 SHUTOFF VALVE TEST
11.2.4 RECORDS
11.3 REPAIR
12.0 OPERATION and INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Table Of Contents

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1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
A safety related message is identied by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular
hazard. Per ANSI standard Z535.6-2011, the de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, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

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2.0 SAFETY
DANGER
An inadequate supply of nozzle pressure and/or ow will cause an ine󰀨ective stream and can
result in injury, death, or loss of property. See ow graphs in section 3.0 or call 800-348-2686 for
assistance.
DANGER
Low nozzle elevation angles can cause portable monitors to slide or lift o󰀨 the ground which can
result in injury or death. Do not operate the monitor on the portable base below the elevation
safety stop.
DANGER
An out of control monitor can cause injury or death. To reduce the risk of instability, do not
attempt to move the monitor with water owing.
WARNING
Injury can occur from an inadequately supported monitor. When the monitor is used on a truck
the mounting must be capable of supporting 900 lbs (400 KG) of nozzle reaction force. Note: the
storage bracket is intended for storage of the monitor only. It is not strong enough to withstand
the forces of monitor operation. Flanges and pipe made from plastic are inadequate for monitor
mounting and must not be used.
WARNING
A sliding monitor can cause injury. To protect against sliding:
• make sure the base legs are locked in position with all leg spikes in contact with the ground.
• securely tie the monitor to an object capable of withstanding 900 lbs (400 kg) of force.
• use additional tie downs on hard surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, and metal.
• avoid lifting the monitor when moving the hoses around it.
WARNING
This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for re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
The ow from the monitor may be vital to keep a reghter from injury or death. Avoid situations
that may interrupt ow to the monitor such as: hose line kinks, tra󰀩c running over hose, and
automatic doors or devices that can pinch the hose.
WARNING
Some volatile liquids can be ignited by static discharge. Static build-up can occur from:
• Electrochemical separation of charge as water drains through low conductivity, rened
products.
• Applying foam over a low conductivity liquid of su󰀩cient depth to retain the charge created
as the foam blanket drains.
• Streaming currents as water or foam is introduced into the storage tank.1
1 Electrostatic Hazards of Foam Blanketing Operations by Peter Howels. Industrial Fire Safety July/August 1993
2 The Fire Fighter and Electrical Equipment, The University of Michigan Extension Service, Fourth Printing 1983.
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CAUTION Master streams are powerful and capable of causing injury and property damage. Make sure the
monitor is pointing in a safe direction before water to the nozzle is turned on. Use care in directing
the stream.
CAUTION Monitor must be properly connected to a hose and nozzle with matched threads. Mismatched or
damaged threads may cause leaking or uncoupling 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.
NOTICE To prevent mechanical damage, do not drop or throw equipment.

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3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
The CROSSFIRE monitor is the most rugged and innovative deck/portable master stream device ever o󰀨ered to the re service.
Attachment of the CROSSFIRE to the base is quick, easy, positive, and can be visually veried. The release mechanism is locked
out by water pressure. The rotation lock is a simple lever which securely holds the CROSSFIRE monitor in position. An automatic
drain allows water to drain from the monitor when not in use.
3.1 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS
The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor is an e󰀩cient, compact and easy to maneuver portable monitor. This monitor can be mounted in
a pre-connected state on the truck-mounting bracket for achieving quick and e󰀨ective initial attack.
The CROSSFIRE monitor is available in several di󰀨erent models and inlet connections. Figures 3.1.1, 3.1.2, & 3.1.3 show the
CROSSFIRE monitor, STOW-A-WAY 800 portable base, truck mount adapter and identies the various parts and controls.
CROSSFIRE
MONITOR
Carrying Handle
Pressure Gauge
Elevation Pin Stop
Elevation Control
Grease Fitting
Rotation Lock
Slide Bar
Automatic Drain
Safety Plunger
Pawls
Figure 3.1.1
STOW-A-WAY 800
BASE
Inlet
Anchor Strap
& Storage Cover Stainless Steel Leg
Carrying Handle
Leg Lock Knob
Anchor
Attachment Point
Figure 3.1.2
Truck Mount
Adaptor
Companion
Flange
Figure 3.1.3

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3.2 SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1 MECHANICAL
CROSSFIRE Monitor STOW-A-WAY 800 Base*
Weight 17 lbs 20.7 lbs
6.7 kg 9.4 kg
Storage Volume 4060 in3 1620 in3
.066m3 .027m3
L-W-H 20" x 14-1/2" x 14" 20" x 9" x 9"
.51 x .37 x .36m .51 x .23 x .23m
Height Above Truck Flange 12-1/2 in NA
320mm
Height Above Truck Deck (min) 14 in NA
360mm
Height Above Ground on Base 16-1/2 in NA
420mm
Line of Reaction Force Above Ground 4 in NA
100mm
Flow Area (minimum) 8.3 in2 8.3 in2
5360mm2 5360mm2
Materials Used Cast Aluminum, Aluminum, Cast Aluminum, Aluminum,
Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
Inlets Available One Numerous Single & Double Inlets
2-1/2 " - 6"
Operating Temperature Range of Fluid 33 to 120° F 33 to 120° F
1 to 50° C 1 to 50° C
Storage Temperature Range -40 to 150° F -40 to 150° F
-40 to 65° C -40 to 65° C
Dimensions shown for STOW-A-WAY 800 portable base with double inlet 2-1/2” model.

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4.0 CROSSFIRE DEPLOYMENT
The CROSSFIRE monitor can be used on either a truck mount adaptor, Extend-A-Gun or portable base. Installation on either base
makes use of a quick connect swivel joint. The use of each base and the quick connect joint is explained in the following sections.
4.1 QUICK CONNECT SWIVEL JOINT
Two pawls, actuated by the slide bar, engage in the base swivel to make the quick connect joint. A safety plunger engages in the slide
bar to prevent accidental unlocking of the slide bar when the monitor is under pressure.
4.2 INSTALLING MONITOR ON BASE
To install the monitor on either the truck mount ange or portable
base: Refer to gures 4.2.1, 4.2.2, & 4.2.3.
C
A
B
Figure 4.2.1 Figure 4.2.2 Figure 4.2.3
A) Turn elevation handwheel to make
sure the elevation of the nozzle is above
the 35° safety stop. Verify that the
elevation stop pin is down and engaged.
Make sure the slide bar is in the up
position.
B) Hold the monitor by the top carrying
handle, position monitor over base and
slide straight down.
C) Push the slide bar down, watch the
pawls engage the groove in the base
and the safety plunger engage in the
hole in the slide bar.
4.3 REMOVING MONITOR TOP FROM BASE
To remove the monitor from it’s base:
• Stop all water ow.
• Depress the safety plunger and lift the slide bar which will disengage the spring loaded pawls from the groove in the base.
• Lift the monitor straight up o󰀨 the base by the handle on top of the monitor.
4.4 SIDE-TO-SIDE ROTATION AND ROTATION LOCK
Side-to-side rotation is accomplished by rotating the monitor on its base. The rotational position can be locked by moving the rotation
lock lever to its down position as shown in Figures 4.4.1 & 4.4.2. Before the monitor is removed from the base, the rotation lock should
be manually disengaged. A small spring holds the rotational lock in the unlocked position. When not rotating the monitor on the base,
keep the rotation lock locked.

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Figure 4.4.1
Unlocked
Figure 4.4.2
Locked
WARNING
A sliding monitor can cause injury. When used on a portable base, keep the horizontal angle
between the water stream and the anchor strap as small as possible. At large angles the base can
slide in an arc around the anchor point.
4.5 ELEVATION CONTROL AND STOP PIN
When a nozzle is owing water the reaction force acts in a straight line that
is directly opposite the water owing out the end of the nozzle. If a nozzle on
a monitor on a portable base is pointed straight up, all of the reaction force is
directed straight down and there is no sideways force that can cause the base
to slide. As the nozzle is angled downward at the same ow, the reaction force
remains the same, but some of that force becomes a force acting sideways and
some acts in a downward direction. When the nozzle is at an angle of 45° the
force acting sideways is equal to the force acting downward on the base. As the
elevation angle of the nozzle is lowered the sideways force increases while the
downward force decreases. At an angle of 35°, (the angle at the elevation safety
stop), approximately 82% of the nozzle reaction force is acting sideways on the
base. When the nozzle is at a zero degree angle, with respect to the base, the
entire reaction force is acting sideways on the base and there is no downward
force at all. The lower the elevation angle of the nozzle, with respect to the base,
the greater the force that causes sliding, and the more likely sliding will occur.
35°
XL090
DANGER
Operating On Portable
Base Below This Stop
(pin pulled) Is Dangerous.
Figure 4.5.1
Elevation control
Figure 4.5.2
Elevation stop pin out
Figure 4.5.3
Elevation stop pin in
DANGER
Operating on a portable base below this safety stop is DANGEROUS. Injury or death can occur if
the monitor and base slides or lifts o󰀨 the ground. Do not operate on portable base below safety
stop.
When mounted on a truck base, the nozzle may be lowered below the 35° safety stop by pulling out the stop pin and rotating the
handwheel below the 35° stop. When the nozzle is raised back above 35°, the spring loaded stop pin will snap back into position
automatically limiting the elevation of the nozzle with respect to the base to 35°.
4.6 AUTOMATIC DRAIN
An automatic drain empties water from a low point in the monitor piping to prevent freezing and help empty hose lines. The valve is
designed to close automatically when pressure in the monitor exceeds approximately 5 psi and open again when the pressure drops
to that point. When the automatic drain is not desirable it may be disabled. To disable the drain valve refer to the exploded view on
page 16 and follow the steps below:
1) Unscrew the drain assembly (40, 41, 42, & 43) and remove the screw and washer (42 & 43)
2) Flip over the rubber drain valve (41) so that the raised edge is against the face of the housing (40).
3) Reassemble

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4.7 TRUCK MOUNT BASE
The CROSSFIRE® monitor may be used from a truck by using a truck mount adapter. The truck mount adapter can be bolted to the
riser pipe with a 3” ANSI 150# or 4” ANSI 150# companion ange and gasket using 5/8” bolts. It can also be screwed directly on a
male pipe thread. Use of pipe thread sealant is recommended. The riser must be supported to safely withstand a nozzle reaction
force of up to 900 lbs (400 KG). Make sure that no interference exists between the monitor and other deck mounted equipment in
any direction. See truck mount base installation instructions for details, document #LIX-045.
A drain valve should be provided in the riser pipe which supplies the monitor. The riser should be drained immediately after each use
during cold weather to prevent freezing and possible damage. The monitor has an automatic drain. If this drain has been disabled
(see section 4.6), the monitor must be drained by lowering the nozzle below horizontal. Installation instructions are supplied with the
truck mount base.
4.8 TRUCK MOUNTING OF THE PORTABLE BASE
In some cases a user may not have a riser directly o󰀨 of the pump that can be used for mounting the monitor. In this case it may
be desirable to supply the monitor with hose lines connected to the side discharge of the pumper. In these circumstances it is
recommended that the user purchase a Deck Mount Plate, TFT part XF400-KIT, from the manufacturer. Please call 1-800-348-2686
for further information and advice concerning mounting alternatives. Installation instructions are shipped with this accessory. The
storage bracket, TFT part XF-B, for the base unit IS NOT STRONG ENOUGH to withstand the forces encountered with an operating
monitor and is not intended for this purpose.
4.9 CROSSFIRE® USAGE
Because of the arched trajectory of a re stream, it is recommended that a spotter be used to accurately direct the stream from the
monitor. Master streams ows are powerful and capable of injury and damage to property. Use great care in directing the stream.
4.10 FLOWS & PRESSURES
4.10.1 STACKED TIPS
NOZZLE
DIAMETER
NOZZLE PRESSURE
50 PSI 80 PSI 100 PSI 150 PSI 175 PSI
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
FLOW
(GPM)
REACTION
(LBS)
1-3/8" 400 150 500 240 560 300 680 440 730 520
1-1/2" 470 180 600 280 660 350 810 520 870 620
1-3/4" 640 240 810 380 910 480 1100 712 1190 840
2" 840 310 1060 500 1190 630 ————
Flow exceeds rating of portable base. Use only when monitor is truck mounted.
Flow exceeds rating of truck mounted monitor.
NOZZLE
DIAMETER
(MM)
NOZZLE PRESSURE
3.5 BAR 5.5 BAR 7 BAR 10 BAR 12 BAR
FLOW
(L/min)
REACTION
(KG)
FLOW
(L/min)
REACTION
(KG)
FLOW
(L/min)
REACTION
(KG)
FLOW
(L/min)
REACTION
(KG)
FLOW
(L/min)
REACTION
(KG)
35 1500 70 1900 110 2200 140 2600 200 2800 240
38 1800 80 2300 130 2500 160 3000 230 3300 280
44 2400 110 3000 170 3400 220 4100 310 4500 370
50 3100 140 3900 220 4400 280 ————
Flow exceeds rating of portable base. Use only when monitor is truck mounted.
Flow exceeds rating of truck mounted monitor.