5. SINGLE INLET PORTABLE BASE.
When used with the single inlet portable base, the unit should not be operated at more than 1000 GPM (3800 LPM) with a fog nozzle
or the following discharge pressures with straight tips unless the unit is secured in the direct connect flange base on a truck:
TIP SIZE
1 3/8"
1 1/2"
1 3/4"
2"
Be sure the storz or swivel inlet is attached securely to the supply hose .
For Use with 4", 4-
/
" or 5" hose only .
1
2
Setup Instructions:
The following hose set-up must be used to provide necessary stability when operating the Style 3414/3416 .
(See Figure 4)
Rotate the three front folding legs of the ground base to the full open position .
Aim center leg toward target .
Slide buckles to end of hose tie-down straps .
Connect straps loosely around hose,
DO NOT tighten .
Set spikes with hammer end of safety chain hook .
Ensure lock pins are fully engaged .
Aim discharge upward .
Secure safety chain to a spike driven into the ground or
other object capable of withstanding reaction forces of
500 lbs or more .
Charge hose slowly .
Tighten straps around hose until it contacts hose stop on
front center Folding leg .
If unit moves while charging, reset spikes .
When the unit is operating in the portable base, do not
attempt to move or pickup any part of the base itself,
the hose loop, or the 10 feet (3m) of straight hose ahead
of the hose loop .
When the unit is stored in the direct base or truck mount,
it is recommended that the nozzle or tips be lowered
against a rigid support or removed during transportation .
PSI
kPa
100
690
100
690
100
690
70
480
Figure 4
10Ft
Straight
HOSE TIE
DOWN STRAP
Secure Safety Chain
HOSE TIE
DOWN STRAP
MINIMUM
10FT
MINIMUM
10FT
5