Task Force Tips BLITZFIRE Series - Advanced Anchoring Techniques; Tying Off with Safety Strap

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5.5 PRESSURE LOSS
Figure 5.5A
6.0 DEPLOYMENT OF BLITZFIRE PORTABLE MONITOR
It is the responsibility of the individual fire department or agency to determine physical capabilities and suitability for an individual’s use
of this equipment.
6.1 CARRYING WITH AN UNCHARGED HOSE
On a preconnected hoseline the BLITZFIRE may be carried using the valve handle, front handle/tie off point, or over the shoulder with
the legs folded as illustrated.
Figure 6.1
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BLITZFIRE
22 PSI LOSS AT 500 GPM
OSCILLATING BLITZFIRE
34 PSI LOSS AT 500 GPM
HIGH ELEVATION BLITZFIRE
27 PSI LOSS AT 500 GPM
Integral Stream Straightener has
5 psi additional loss at 500 gpm