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©Copyright Task Force Tips, Inc. 2009-2015 

LIN-050 July 2, 2015 Rev01

VALVE INTEGRAL TIP (VIT)
NOZZLE MANUAL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Read instruction manual before use. Operation of this nozzle without understanding the manual 
and receiving proper training can be dangerous and is a misuse of this equipment. Call 800-348-
2686 with any questions.

WARNING

This instruction manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with 
the operation, servicing and safety procedures associated with the VIT fi re fi ghting nozzles.

WARNING

This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.

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 219-464-7155

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. Firefi 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 

Firefi 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, Lynnfi eld, MA  01940 • www.FEMSA.org

Summary of Contents for VIT

Page 1: ...d 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...

Page 2: ...m straightener removable through back coupling Retracting thread protector TFT s five year warranty and unsurpassed customer service WARNING This equipment is intended for use by trained personnel for firefighting Their use for other purposed may involve hazards not addressed by this manual Seek appropriate guidance and training to reduce risk of injury WARNING Nozzle reaction will vary as supply ...

Page 3: ...6 2 5 NH 21 22 23 24 25 26 HVIT With Pistol Grip SMOOTHBORE OUTLET DIAMETER 7 8 15 16 1 0 1 1 8 1 1 4 1 3 8 Thread Inlet Diameter 1 5 NH G11 G12 G13 G14 G15 G16 2 5 NH G21 G22 G23 G24 G25 G26 For example Model HVITG12 is 1 5 NH female thread inlet pistol grip 15 16 diameter outlet nozzle Figure 2 1 Common Model and Terms THREAD PROTECTOR RETRACTED 1 5 NH OUTLET THREADS FOR COUPLING TO A COMBINATIO...

Page 4: ...e warranty card and color selection form by TFT Your department s name can also be engraved on the covers see color selection form for more information Handle covers are replaceable by removing the four screws that hold the handle covers in place Use a 3 32 allen wrench when replacing screws Pistol grip is replaceable by following TFT instruction sheet LTT 108 For standardization NFPA 1901 2009 A ...

Page 5: ...8 2686 for assistance 4 0 FIREGROUND USE OF VIT NOZZLES IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ORAGENCY TO DETERMINE PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND SUITABILITY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL S USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT 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 flo...

Page 6: ... alteration to the nozzle and its markings could diminish safety and constitutes a misuse of this product All Task Force Tips nozzles are factory lubricated with high quality silicone grease This lubricant has excellent washout resistance and long term performance If your department has unusually hard or sandy water the moving parts may be affected Foam agents and water additives contain soaps and...

Page 7: ...3 TRUNNION LEFT 1 P120L 14 TRUNNION RIGHT 1 P120R 15 TEFLON TRUNNION SHIM 2 P170 16 O RING 118 2 VO 118 CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL THREADS ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY PART 17 243 TORLON BALL 2 VB243TO 18 DETENT SPRING 2 HM770 19 3 8 24 X 3 4 BUTTON HEAD 2 VT37E24BH750 20 TRUNNION DRIVER 2 HX650 21 3 16 X 9 16 HDP SPIROL 2 V2005 22 HANDLE SUBASSEMBLY 1 HX920 23 STREAM STRAIGHTENER 1 P116 24 ANTI GG RING ...

Page 8: ...e 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 beneficiar...

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