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©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC  2002 - 2020 

LKF-100 January 22, 2020 Rev20

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3.0  GENERAL INFORMATION

This manual describes nozzles calibrated at 100 psi (7 bar) and 75 psi (5 bar). Contact the factory for data speci

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that operate with metric 

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 ow calibrations. ThunderFog, QuadraFog, and QuadraCup are economical, lightweight, and dependable 

nozzles. Their rugged construction is compatible with the use of fresh water as well as 

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 ghting foam solutions. Other important 

operating features include:

•  Quick-acting pattern control from straight stream to wide fog
•  Fixed fog teeth
•  Metal spinning fog teeth available on some models
• Easily 

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 ushable while 

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 owing to clear trapped debris

•  Quick-change rear valve seat
•  TFT’s 5-year warranty and unsurpassed customer service

3.1  VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS

The nozzle is available in several di

 erent models and inlet connections. Basic body styles are shown below.

Selectable Flow

: A nozzle with a discharge ori

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 ce that can be set to a user selected position. In each position the nozzle acts as a 

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Tip Only:

 A nozzle without an integral ball shutto

  valve.

ThunderFog, QuadraFog, and QuadraCup nozzles are available in a variety of 

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 gurations. All models deliver the

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SERIES

RECOMMENDED

HOSE SIZE

FLOW SETTINGS

@100 PSI (7bar)

NOZZLE TYPE

INCHES

MM

GPM

l/min

1” QUADRAFOG

3/4, 1

19, 25

5, 10, 24, 40

20, 40, 100, 150

Selectable Flow

1” QUADRAFOG

3/4, 1

19, 25

5, 10, 25, 40, 60

20, 40, 100, 150, 230

Selectable Flow

1.5” QUADRAFOG

1-1/2

38

30, 60, 95, 125

115, 230, 360, 475

Selectable Flow

1.5” QUADRACUP

1-1/2

38

30, 60, 95, 125

115, 230, 360, 475

Selectable Flow, Foam

1.5” THUNDERFOG

1-1/2 to 1-3/4

38 to 45

30, 60, 95, 125, 150, 200

115, 230, 360, 475, 550, 750

Selectable Flow

2.5” THUNDERFOG

1-1/2 to 2-1/2

38 to 64

95, 125, 150, 200, 250

360, 475, 550, 750, 1000

Selectable Flow

* Other threads, coupling sizes, or connector styles can be speci

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 ed at time of order.

ThunderFog, QuadraFog, and QuadraCup nozzles are available in several models.

Table 3.1

HUNDER

T       F  

OG

Coupling

Shaper

HUNDER

T       F  

OG

Ball Valve Handle

Model Number
Serial Number
Operating Pressure

ON

OFF

A) TIP ONLY

Figure 3.1A

B) BALL VALVE

Figure 3.1B

Summary of Contents for ThunderFog Series

Page 1: ...personnel using this equipment shall have completed a course of education approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction AHJ This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintena...

Page 2: ...ment 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 equipmen...

Page 3: ...W CONTROL BALL VALVE 5 2 INDEX RING 5 2 1 FLOW SETTING 5 2 2 FLUSH CONTROL 5 2 3 SHUTOFF SETTING TIP ONLY MODELS 5 3 PATTERN CONTROL 5 4 QUADRACUP NOZZLES 6 0 USE WITH FOAM 6 1 FOAM ASPIRATING ATTACHM...

Page 4: ...if frozen while containing significant amounts of water Such damage may be di cult to detect visually Subsequent pressurization can lead to injury or death Any time the equipment is subject to possibl...

Page 5: ...zle acts as a fixed orifice nozzle Tip Only A nozzle without an integral ball shutto valve ThunderFog QuadraFog and QuadraCup nozzles are available in a variety of flow ranges and configurations All m...

Page 6: ...TRACTED POSITION F QUADRACUP EXTENDED POSITION Figure 3 1E Figure 3 1F 3 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 2 1 MECHANICAL Maximum nozzle inlet pressure with valve shut o 1 Quadrafog 300 psi Standard Model 21 bar 1 Q...

Page 7: ...al marking or performance requirements of the fire department the characteristics may di er from the published data in this manual Repair parts specific to each serial number may di er from those show...

Page 8: ...G P M 5 40 GPM QUADRAFOG 75 PSI 0 25 50 75 100 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 FLOW GPM PRESSURE PSI 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 100 200 300 400 500 FLOW LPM PRESSURE BAR 30 125 GPM QUADRAFOG and QUADRACUP 75 PSI 30 200...

Page 9: ...e maximum reach Note Turning the shaper further forward will cause stream crossover and reduce the e ective reach of the nozzle The nozzle reaction is greatest when the shaper is in the straight strea...

Page 10: ...ARNING 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 Follow procedures established by the AHJ...

Page 11: ...nt s name can also be engraved on the covers see warranty card for more information Handle covers are replaceable by removing the four screws that hold the handle covers in place Use a 3 32 hex key wh...

Page 12: ...y 22 2020 Rev20 12 10 0 DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS 10 1 1 QUADRAFOG SERIES DQ40 DQS40 DQS40P 4 5 8 7 9 10 12 16 14 15 13 19 40 22 37 25 24 38 26 27 28 30 31 32 34 35 33 36 11 6 1 3 4 5 8 7 9 12 16 14 15...

Page 13: ...ING 1 V4245 18 O RING 021 1 VO 021 19 DQ BASE 1 DQ201 DQ205 20 TRUNNION 2 D07540 21 O RING 010 2 VO 010 22 DQ HANDLE SUBASSEMBLY 1 DQ860 23 5 32 X 7 8 HDP SPIROL PIN 2 V1900 24 3 8 16 X 7 8 SOCKET SET...

Page 14: ...LOCK SET SCREW 1 VT37 24HL187 3 DEFLECTOR 1 FT210 4 BUMPER 1 FT270 5 HEAD 1 FT220 6 V FOLLOWER 2 JT263 7 CUP 2 FT260 8 PATTERN LABEL 1 FL200 9 QUAD RING 1 VOQ 4225 10 GALLONAGE SLEEVE 1 FT240 FT241 1...

Page 15: ...R 1 F10090 32 FRONT SEAT 1 F10070 33 BALL 1 F10030 36 COUPLING 1 F10097 35 O RING 1 VO 126 36 REAR SEAT 1 F10080 37 GASKET 1 V3130 38 O D WEAR RING 1 FT267 39 SPINNING TOOTH BUMPER 1 FT265 40 1 4 20 X...

Page 16: ...4 25 29 30 28 27 40 34 33 32 35 22 7 18 23 20 21 6 7 5 4 10 9 12 13 14 7 15 8 11 7 15 14 13 12 9 10 4 5 6 7 11 8 16 19 17 8 8 16 17 19 1 2 3 1 2 3 Ref Description Qty Order 1 DEFLECTOR LABEL 1 JL10 2...

Page 17: ...NG 014 2 VO 014 30 SPIROL PIN 2 V1920 31 FT HANDLE SUBASSEMBLY 1 FT860 32 3 8 16 X 1 SOCKET HEAD SCREW 1 VT37 16SH1 0 33 PISTOL GRIP 1 HM692 BLK 34 SPACER 1 HM693 J 35 3 8 FLAT WASHER 1 VM4901 36 3 8...

Page 18: ...arge 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 or...

Page 19: ...f applied in excess The swelling can inhibit smooth operation of the moving parts When used in moderation as directed the solvents quickly evaporate without adversely swelling the O Rings 12 2 SERVICE...

Page 20: ...so equipped operates smoothly and positively Before being placed back in service nozzles must be inspected to this checklist 1 All controls and adjustments are operational 2 Shut o valve if so equippe...

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