Timberline Tool FFV-2 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Model FFV-2

Fire Hose Clamp

SA VE these instructions
for future reference.

For your personal safety
READ and UNDERST AND
instructions before using tools.

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Familiarize yourself with all parts, names, and numbers. Refer to this
diagram for the assembly and operation procedures that follow.

FFV2 DIAGRAM

A1 – Top Jaw / Bottom Handle
A2 – Top Handle
A3 – Bottom Jaw
A4 – Links

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SPECIFICATIONS

Table 1 : Squeeze-o Clamp for 3” Canvas Hose

• The FFV2 is designed for double jacket canvas or synthetic hose
up to 3” in diameter.

• Rated for 300 psi

Length: 24.0 in ** 61.0 cm **
Width: 8.0 in 20.3 cm
Weight: 5.4 lbs 2.46 kg

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

For all Fire Tools

READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in serious personal injury and/
or damage to the tool.

TIMBERLINE FFV2

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INTRODUCTION

Timberline Firefi ghter Clamps are designed to be used to temporarily stop the
pressurized fl ow of water in canvas, rubber or synthetic hose without permanent-
ly damaging the hose.

Prior to using a Timberline Firefi ghter Clamp, the user should consult and
observe any recommendations or precautions from hose manufacturers and
industry standards. Safety fi rst. Timberline Firefi ghter Clamps must be

installed by qualifi ed, trained personnel only and must never be left on the
hose unattended.

Timberline Firefi ghter Clamps are crafted from high strength aluminum for supe-
rior durability and will not bend or break under normal use. However, care must
be taken to ensure the hose is free of foreign materials, and the proper tool is be­ing used on the appropriate hose. Avoid excessive force to prevent tool damage.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Fire Tool Safety

The FFV2 is designed to be used on single jacket canvas or syn­thetic hose up to 3” in diameter.

Observe hose manufacturers’ and industry recommendations and precautions
that apply to shut off of pressurized hose.

Never leave the clamp on the hose unattended for an extended period of time.
Inspect the tool for signs of damage prior to use, and make sure the hose is not

damaged and will be able to withstand the pressure when the fl ow is stopped.
Make sure that the hose is clear of any rock, dirt, debris, etc.

Always hold the clamp away from your body, and keep the clamp
and hose on the ground at all times during the operation.

Do not exceed 300 psi

Use only on 3” diameter  re hose sizes

Remember SAFETY IS FIRST

Wor kplace Sa fe ty

Always follow applicable company and OSHA safety procedures.
Safety fi rst. Timberline shut-off tools must be used by qualifi ed, trained personnel

only and must never be left on the hose unattended.