Care, Maintenance, and Service Test

The unique construction features of Angus hose make it virtually maintenance free.

However, the following basic care and maintenance tips should be considered.

1. CLEAN UP

Although Angus Hose requires no routine washing and drying, it is recommended that
accumulations of mud, sand, ash, etc. be rinsed or brushed off. These materials will
ultimately find their way to your hose bed floor and could cause future problems.

2. DAMAGE

Damaged hose can be dealt with in two ways:

1. Cover damage (cosmetic repair) can be repaired by applying Angus Coverseal to the
affected area.

2. Because there is no inner tube, Angus hose will not burst, even if punctured under
most fire-fighting circumstances. Punctures, cuts and tears are repaired both inside and
out by a unique vulcanizing process that returns the hose to 100% of its annual service
test pressure.

3. COUPLINGS

Angus Corru-Grip Storz couplings require little maintenance, however, we recommend

the following:

Sand, mud, ash, etc., should be rinsed off after each use. Such accumulations may hinder
the free movement of Storz swivels.

All Storz gasket faces should be kept free of sand, grit, etc., and lubricated with a light
film of petroleum jelly or silicone. Although silicone spray is convenient, it does not last
as long as petroleum jelly.

The attaching collar segments are held in place with three recessed allen screws, which
are preloaded at the factory. We recommend that the screws be checked annually. (A
good time for this is just prior to the annual hydrostatic service test of the hose.)

4. ANNUAL HYDROSTATIC SERVICE TESTS

All Angus Hi-Vol Water Supply and Distribution System components should be
hydrostatically tested annually.

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Hose Test - In accordance with NFPA 1962 (latest edition).

Fittings, Appliances and Accessories - All Angus hose, fittings, appliances and
accessories are safety tested before leaving our factory. We recommend annual testing of
all parts of the system to ensure top performance.

Test all fittings and appliances to 250 psi for five minutes or to the limits of the relief
valve settings.

This information is only a general guideline. The company reserves the right to change
any portion of this information without notice. Terms and conditions of sale apply and
are available on request.