USER

MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER:
FI-25N
FI-25NK
FI-25NV
FI-25N-ST
FI-25NK-ST
FI-25NV-ST
AND RELATED UNITS

25 Gallon Air Operated Portable Foam

Equipment

English (Original Instructions)

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WARNING
Specifications:
Hose ............ 30 feet reinforced hose, 3/4 inch inside diameter
(9 meters reinforced hose, 19 mm inside diameter)
Foam Output.................................... 20 to 45 gallons/minute
(75 to 170 liters/minute)
Foam Distances ............................... 25 to 30 feet (7 to 9 meters)
Liquid Temperature ........................ 40˚F to 100˚F (4.4˚C to 37˚C)
Noise Level...................................... Average 79 dB(A)
Read this manual completely and understand the Discharge Wand Vibration Level ….. Maximum 2.5 m/s²
machine before operating or servicing it.
• Always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear
while operating or servicing unit. Dimensions:
Length ....................................... 22 in (559 mm) approximately
• Avoid contact of cleaning agent with skin and eyes. If
Width ........................................ 19 in (483 mm) approximately
contact occurs, see MSDS sheet for further first aid
Height ....................................... 47 in (1194 mm) approximately
measures.
Weight, including discharge hose and wand:
• Follow safety instructions of chemical manufacturer (Empty) ................................ 50 lbs (23 kg) approximately
(MSDS). (Full) ..................................... 223 lbs (101 kg) approximately
• Never point the discharge wand at anyone.
• Incoming air pressure cannot exceed 100 psi (7 bar). Requirements:
• After each use, relieve all remaining pressure in the Compressed Air Pressure Requirements: Air regulator (R25)
system by unplugging the air line from the unit and factory set at 50 psi (3.4 bar). Operating range is 40 to 80 psi (3
opening the discharge ball valve to prevent accidental to 5 bar) with 5 to 10 CFM (141.64 to 283.30 l/min)
discharge.
• After relieving the pressure from the unit, store the unit Chemical requirements: follow all instructions from chemical
with the ball valve in the closed position. manufacturer.
• Be sure to flush the unit with fresh water for 5 minutes
when switching from an alkaline to an acid or an acid to Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Models Offered:
an alkaline.
P56: Polypropylene body with Santoprene diaphragm
• Do not exceed a fluid temperature of 100˚F (37˚C).
P56V: Polypropylene body with Viton diaphragm
• Only use clean and dry air. Air must be filtered and free
P56K: Polypropylene body with Kalrez diaphragm
of moisture or pump life will be diminished. If needed,
install an air dryer before unit.
• Do not use air lubricator before the unit. Acceptable Products:
Alkaline cleaners, Caustic cleaners, Sanitizers, and Acids
* D-Limonene may only be used with Kalrez pump
* Chlorine may only be used with Viton or Kalrez pump
DO NOT USE: All hydrocarbons

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

Please dispose of packaging materials, old machine
components, and hazardous fluids in an environmentally safe
way according to local waste disposal regulations.

Always remember to recycle.

*Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.

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Operation Instructions: • If air passes through the pump (P56/P56K/P56V) without

cycling, the pump needs to be replaced.
1. Follow all instructions from chemical manufacturer.
Fill the tank with water and the advised percentage of • If foam solution backs up into air regulator bowl (ABR25),
chemical concentrate. the check valve (CV38) needs to be replaced.
2. With ball valve (HV60) in the closed position, plug an air • If foam comes out wet, no matter where the needle valve
line into the air fitting (AP25). (NV14Y) is positioned, the check valve (CV38) may need to
be replaced.
3. Slowly open the ball valve (HV60) completely.
4. Adjust the needle valve (NV14Y) to desired wetness or • Check for proper air pressure on air gauge (AG100). Air
dryness of foam following the steps below: regulator (R25) is factory set at 50 psi (3.4 bar). Operating
a. Close needle valve completely in clockwise direction. range is 40 to 80 psi (3 to 5 bar) with 5 to 10 CFM (141.64
b. Open needle valve in counter-clockwise direction 3 to 283.30 l/min)
complete turns. • If the unit foams at a reduced pressure:
c. Continue to open valve in ¼ turn increments allowing 30 oo Check the air compressor supplying the unit. If the
seconds between adjustments until proper consistency pressure is less than 40 psi, turn the foam unit off
of foam is achieved. until the compressor can catch up.
After Use Instructions: oo If the air supply is 50 psi (4.14 bar) or above, check
the AG100, which should read near 50 psi (4.14 bar).
1. Flush the unit with fresh water for 5 minutes. If the AG100 is more or less than 50 psi (4.14 bar),
2. Disconnect the air line from the air fitting (AP25) and adjust the pressure by turning the knob on the top of
relieve any remaining pressure in the system by opening the air regulator (R25).
the discharge ball valve (HV60). oo If both of the above are okay, the stainless steel
3. Close the ball valve (HV60) after all pressure has been mixing mesh (SS-MESH) could be plugged. Remove
relieved from the system. and clean it by following the instructions below:
1. Be sure the foam unit is not plugged into an air
Maintenance Instructions: supply and be sure to relieve all stored pressure
To keep your portable tank foamer operating properly, in the unit by having the ball valve (HV60) in the
periodically perform the following maintenance procedures: open position.
2. Remove the stainless adaptor (SSA12) from the
• Check the air pump (P56/P56K/P56V) for wear and leaks. tee fitting (SST12HB38).
• Inspect hoses for leaks or excessive wear. Make sure all 3. Remove the screen and the mixing mesh from
hose clamps are in good condition and properly secured. inside the tee fitting (SST12HB38).
4. Clean any particles from the mixing mesh and
• Replace filter (AFR25) in regulator (R25) as needed. the screen.
• Check the suction tube and screen for debris and clean as 5. Replace the mixing mesh and then the screen
needed. into the back of the tee and screw the stainless
• Drain compressor tank on a regular basis to ensure proper adaptor back into the tee. It is recommended
operation of pump. to use a pipe thread sealant when reinstalling
the stainless adaptor back into the tee fitting
Troubleshooting Instructions: (SST12HB38). If the mixing mesh has a lot of
• Check to ensure the discharge hose is uncoiled properly, foreign particles in it, make sure the strainer
and that there are no kinks that could obstruct fluid flow. (STR38-IL) is still in place.
• Check air regulator bowl (ABR25) for debris such as • Check for plugged strainer (STR38-IL). Replace strainer if
water, oil, or rust particles. Clean by unthreading the air necessary. Strainer must be used.
regulator bowl from the air regulator (R25).
• If needle valve (NV14Y) valve is open too far, the pump
(P56/P56K/P56V) will cycle improperly due to lack of air
pressure. If this occurs, reset needle valve as described in
Operation Instruction #4.
• Make sure proper foaming chemical and concentration is
being used.

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TANK ASSEMBLY
ITEM NUMBER: TANK-25N-A

DFP7
(see parts list
(seeopons)
for color parts
list for color
options)

TANK-25N

COT FWAX15

FWAX15 AS1-VS
SSP12
W15
SSAXLE20.5

DP-A

PVCV34FM
CST3SS-L CST3SS

HOSE AND WAND ASSEMBLY FAN TIP FOAM WAND ASSEMBLY

ITEM NUMBER: SSWA38-HA30 ITEM NUMBER: PWA34-ST

ZERO TIP FOAM WAND ASSEMBLY 30 ft (9 m) HOSE ASSEMBLY

ITEM NUMBER: SSWA38 ITEM NUMBER: H34-30
HBSS1234 HV60 SN1212 PW10 ST80200

ANTI-KINK SPRING ASSEMBLY

H34B-H
(Available per ft)
ITEM NUMBER: AKSS34

HBSS1234
HBSS1234 HV60 HHSB1238 W387
AKSS34-P
SSC34
AKSS-HPC

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PLATE ASSEMBLY
ITEM NUMBER (Santoprene pump): PA-PF
BPS-58SO
ITEM NUMBER (Kalrez pump): PA-PFK
ITEM NUMBER (Viton pump): PA-PFV

Plate - Inside View

P56, P56K, or P56V P56-BRKT-SCREW

P56-BRKT HBSSEL1438
NV14Y
R25 BPS-58SO
AG100

STR38-IL
HBSSEL1438
HBSSEL1814
HBSS1438
SSC38
SST12HB38
HHPB3414
SSC38
EC14-2 SSC38 CV38 HBSSEL1438

PVCV34FM

Plate - Back View

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
NV14Y
SSA14
WATER SEPARATOR 30 ft (9 m) AIR HOSE ASSEMBLY
AP25 ITEM NUMBER: WS-20CFM ITEM NUMBER: AH30

FWP12

HBSS1234

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ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION HHPB3414 HEX HEAD POLY REDUCER BUSHING 3/4 X 1/4
AG100 1.5 INCH DRY MODEL 20 DUAL SCALE GAUGE HHSB1238 HEX HEAD S.S. REDUCER BUSHING 1/2in X 3/8
AH30 30 FT. AIR HOSE WITH QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS HV60 1/2in STAINLESS BALL VALVE - w/ WELDED NUT
AHB-3816 ALLEN HEAD BOLT 3/8 -16 NV14Y FLOW CONTROL VALVE - INCLUDES BLACK KNOB
AKSS34 SS ANTI-KINK SPRING FOR 3/4 INCH HOSE WITH PIN NV14Y-HNDL KNOB FOR 2839-1/4 NEEDLE VALVE
AKSS34-P SS ANTI-KINK SPRING FOR 3/4 INCH HOSE P56 5700 PUMP WITH SANTOPRENE SEALS - INCLUDES HOSE
BARBS, AIR FITTING, AND AIR PORT
AKSS-HPC ANTI-KINK STAINLESS STEEL HITCH PIN CLIP
P56K 5700 PUMP WITH KALREZ SEALS - INCLUDES HOSE
AP25 PLUG 1/4 NPTM AIR FITTING - BRASS BARBS, AIR FITTING, AND AIR PORT
AS1-VS 1/4-20 X 1/2 PHIL TRUSS MACH SCREW 19-8 W/516 P56V 5700 PUMP WITH VITON SEALS - INCLUDES HOSE BARBS,
ORANGE VIBRASEAL PATCH AIR FITTING, AND AIR PORT
AW516 5/16 LONG ARM HEX KEY HARD #519011 20756103B Polypro G57 Air Port x HB Straight, w/ Viton o-ring
B8X58 8-15 X 5/8 inch PHIL FLAT TY-A 316 S.S. HB14P 1/4in BRASS HB AIR FITTING /G57/P56
BPS-58SO Back Panel Screw - 5/8 inch with Stand Off HB5638 HOSE BARB FOR P56 PUMP
BPS-SSR 1/4 INCH PUSHNUT BOLT RETAINER STAINLESS STEEL HB5638K HOSE BARB FOR P56K PUMP
COT 1/8 X 1 COTTER PIN 18-8 S/S HB5638V HOSE BARB FOR P56V PUMP
CST3SS 3in S.S. SWIVEL CASTER WITHOUT LOCK P56-BRKT PUMP BRACKET- STAINLESS STEEL
CST3SS-L 3in S.S. SWIVEL CASTER WITH LOCK P56-BRKT-SCREW HI LO SCREW FOR RETAINING P56-BRKT
CV38 PVC CHECK VALVE 3/8 BARBS - SS SPRING PLPF PORTABLE FOAMER BACK PLATE W/ HINGE AND HOLES
DFP7 7 INCH HINGED CAP ASSEMBLY - INCLUDES BLACK CAP, PLPF-PIN 302 STAINLESS PORTABLE PLATE HINGE PIN
LID FLANGE AND HINGE PIN
PVCV34FM PVC VALVE 3/4in FPT X 3/4in MPT
DFP7-C 7 INCH FILL CAP POLYPRO BLACK
PW10 3/4in BLACK POLY PRO X 10in - FPTBE - SCH.80
DFP7-F 7 INCH TANK LID FLANGE POLYPRO
R25 AIR REGULATOR INCLUDES AIR FILTER AND BOWL
DFP7-PIN HINGE PIN FOR DFP7-C & DFP7-C
AFR25 AIR FILTER for R25
DFP7-C-BL 7 INCH FILL CAP POLYPRO BLUE PANTONE
ABR25 METAL AIR BOWL for R25
DFP7-C-GN 7 INCH FILL CAP POLYPRO GREEN PANTONE
S142058-VS 1/4-20 X 5/8 PHIL TRUSS MACHINE SCREW 18-8 W/#516
DFP7-C-RD 7 INCH FILL CAP POLYPRO RED PANTONE VIBRASEAL ORANGE PATCH
DFP7-C-YL 7 INCH FILL CAP POLYPRO YELLOW PANTONE S5161812 5/16-18 x 1/2 Phil Pan 18-8
DP-A DRAIN PLUG ASSEMBLY INCLUDES DRAIN PLUG & GASKET SN1212 1/2in HEX STAINLESS STEEL NIPPLE
DP FRONT DRAIN PLUG FOR PORTABLE UNIT POLYPRO SSA14 S.S. 304 MALE/FEMALE ADAPTOR 1/4 NPT X 1/4 NPT
DP-G FKM LATHE CUT 60 DUROMETER FKM SSAXLE20.5 S.S. AXLE 20.5 INCHES LONG BY 5/8 INCH IN DIAMETER
DRILLED AND BEVELED
DP-INSERT 304 STAINLESS DRAIN PLUG INSERT
SSC38 WORM GEAR CLAMP, S/S (.25-.63)
EC14-2 OETIKER CLAMP 13.8
SST12HB38 STAINLESS TEE COMBO 1/2in FPT X 3/8 in BARB WITH
EC75 OETIKER CLAMP-12/04/07 SSST AND S.S. MESH
F34SS-L SS CRIMP FERRULE 1.90inches X 1.5 inches LONG SS-MESH STAINLESS STEEL MESH WITH SSST FOR REPLACEMENT
FW38X78 FLAT WASHER 3/8X7/8 X.050 SSST SCREEN DISC .687 DIA. 10 X 10 MESH @ .020 DIA.
FWAX15 FLAT AXLE WASHER SSP12 STAINLESS STEEL AXLE PLATE - 2.5 inch X 1 inch - 2 HOLE
FWP12 7/8 ID X 1.5 OD X 0.05 THK SSFW ST80200 VEEJET NOZZLE, 80200
FWP14 C-816 1/2in SS WASHER STR38-IL IN LINE STRAINER 3/8 BARB 20 MESH 304 SS EDPM GSKT
H14B-H 1/4 INCH BLUE HOSE - Available per ft. TANK-25N 25 GALLON PORTABLE UNIT NATURAL IN COLOR
H34B-H 3/4 INCH BLUE HOSE - Available per ft. TW916 1/2 INT TOOTH L/W 410SS
H38B-H 3/8 INCH BLUE HOSE - Available per ft. W15 NONMARKING WHEEL FOR PORTABLE UNITS
HBSS1234 STAINLESS HOSE BARB 1/2 X 3/4 W387 S.S. 304 SPRAY WAND 3/8in MPT X 7in LONG - THREAD
HBSS1438 STAINLESS HOSE BARB 1/4 MPT X 3/8 BARB ON ONE END

HBSSEL1438 S.S. HOSE BARB ELBOW 1/4 INCH NPT X 3/8 HOSE BARB WS-20CFM TSUNAMI WATER SEPARATOR 20 CFM

HBSSEL1814 304 S.S. ELBOW 1/8 INCH NPT X 1/4 INCH HOSE BARB

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