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TB 93 Thermo-Gel Flashcards

1
Q

What is Thermo-Gel?

A

A liquid concentrate composed of super absorbent polymers

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2
Q

Air bubbles burst when exposed to what temperatures?

A

170 degrees F

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3
Q

Foam blankets break down _____ minutes following application?

A

15 to 30 minutes

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4
Q

Following application, Thermo-Gel can be expected to remain in place for _____ hours?

A

6 to 36 hours

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5
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What surfaces can Thermo-Gel be applied to?

A

metal, glass, stucco, wood, and vegetation

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6
Q

What equipment is provided to dispense Thermo-Gel?

A

One gallon container, spray tip, educator, shut-off, 1” to 1-1/2” increaser, plastic pick-up tube with check valve and metering device

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7
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How many containers of Thermo-Gel shall companies carry during normal circumstances?

A

(4) 1 gallon containers

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8
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How many containers of Thermo-Gel shall companies carry during extreme/red-flag weather?

A

(12) 1 gallon containers

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9
Q

What is the pressure and gpm of the nozzle?

A

75 psi and 15 gpm

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10
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What is the FL for the eductor?

A

60 psi

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11
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What is the FL per 100’ of 1” hose?

A

10 psi

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12
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How should it be applied to structures?

A

Start with the roof and then coat the vertical surfaces

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13
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How thick should coating be applied?

A

until white (about 1/4” thickness)

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14
Q

Can Thermo-Gel be mixed into apparatus water tank?

A

NO. Only dispense from 1 gallon container. Mixing into water tank creates a thick mixture that will clog the pump.

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15
Q

Should you walk on roofs that are coated with Thermo-Gel?

A

NO. Extremely slippery. Always operate from a ladder when coating roof areas.

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16
Q

How much will 1 gallon container cover?

A

Approximately 500-700 square feet

17
Q

Cleaning of the appliance should not be delayed more than _______ ?

A

12 hours

18
Q

What will assist in the cleaning of the parts?

A

Soaking in warm/hot water

19
Q

LAFD has had success removing partially dried gel using _______ within ______ ?

A

Stiff bristle brush, 24 to 48 hours

20
Q

Is Thermo-Gel toxic to the environment?

A

Environmentally friendly and non-toxic product

21
Q

Does Thermo-Gel have a shelf life?

A

No stated shelf life

22
Q

When should Thermo-Gel be shaken?

A

BEFORE USE (handshake 2 min and invert), WEEKLY (handshake), MONTHLY (exchange containers on apparatus/in storage), EVERY 6 MONTHS (shake containers on apparatus/in storage with Batt issued shaker for 5 min)

23
Q

Should water be put into Thermo-Gel container?

A

NO. One drop of water that has reacted with gel can clog metering valve.

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