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FORCE 80
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MANUAL & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction and Index

The future of firefighting
is now yours, today!
Welcome to the world of Unifire! And congratulations on your purchase of the
world’s most advanced, stainless steel, remote control water/foam cannon!
This professional equipment should only be used by qualified and trained
professionals who have read and understood this manual. So please read this
manual before installing and operating your new Force 80. It will familiarize
you with the dangers associated with operation, as well as provide proper
installation and operation instructions.
Unifire is available to answer any questions you have, assist with
troubleshooting and technical support and to receive your feedback.
The entire Unifire team thanks you for your purchase and your loyalty.
Introduction and Index

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRODUCT WARNINGS 1
UNPACKING CHECKLIST 4
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 7
FORCE 80 Chassis 7
INTEG 80 Nozzle 7
Monitor Control Units (MCU) 8
Compact Vehicle type MCU 8
Industrial and Marine type MCU 8
Cables with Multi-Connectors 9
Unifire Radio Remote Control(s) 9
Unifire Control System (UCS) Master 9
Joystick “PI” 10
INSTALLATION 11
Force 80 Chassis 11
General Information & Warnings 11
Mechanical installation and connecting to water supply 12
Monitor Control Units (MCU) 13
Compact Vehicle type MCU Connection and installation 13
Industrial MCU connection and installation 14
NOZZLE FLOW SETTINGS 15
FLOW CHART 16
FORCE 80 with INTEG 80 NOZZLE 16
REACH CHART 17
OPERATION - At first start up. 18
Setting end-positions and calibrating 18
Operating the Joystick 18
MAINTENANCE 20
TROUBLESHOOTING 21
Nozzle Parts & Drawings 23
Nozzle Parts & Drawings 24
FORCE 80 Parts & Drawings 25
FORCE 80 Parts & Drawings (cont.) 26
Replacing DC Motor 27
APPENDIX 1 28
MCU Industrial Cabinet Connection 28
APPENDIX 2 30
MCU Circuit Board indicator LED specification 30
APPENDIX 3 31
Canbus JOYSTICK Description & Advanced Setup 31
Joystick Buttons and LED Function Description 31
Introduction and Index

PRODUCT WARNINGS
IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS!
READ THOROUGHLY PRIOR
TO INSTALLING, USING, MAINTAINING OR REPAIRING!!!
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO INSTALLING,
MAINTAINING, OR USING THE UNIFIRE FORCE 80 REMOTE CONTROLLED
MONITOR.
Failure by any installer, maintenance personnel or operator to receive proper training,
including reading and understanding this manual, prior to its use constitutes misuse of
the equipment and could result in serious bodily injury or death and/or damage to the
monitor or other property. Only qualified and trained professionals who are familiar
with this equipment and general safety procedures may operate the Force 80.
The purpose of this Manual is to provide all users, installers, and maintenance
personnel with the relevant information concerning the design, proper use, installation
and maintenance of the equipment and should be read and made available to all such
persons. This Manual will help prevent danger and injury to you and others. If you
would like further copies of this manual, you may download it at www.unifire.com. If
you have any questions relating to this equipment and its safe use please contact
Unifire prior to use at +46 303 248 400.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS EQUIPMENT IN ANY WAY. Modification of
the equipment may result in damage to, or malfunction of, the equipment, which
could lead to serious injury of the operator and/or others. Internal inspection,
maintenance and repairs should only be performed by, or under the specific, express
authority of, Unifire AB.
NEVER POINT THE FORCE 80 OR ANY MONITOR DIRECTLY AT HUMANS WHILE
WATER IS SPRAYING THROUGH IT, as doing so can result in serious injury or
death. The Force 80 is capable of directing flows of up to approximately 5,500 liters
per minute (1,450 gallons per minute) at pressures of up to 12 bars (175 psi) and has
a maximum throwing range of up to approximately 90 meters (100 yards). Such
forces are very dangerous and capable of producing serious injury or death to persons
and serious damage to property. They are also capable of throwing objects with
extreme force and velocity into other objects or persons. Accordingly, only
professional, trained firefighters or other qualified individuals may operate this
equipment after being thoroughly familiar with the Manual, and always by exercising
extreme caution to avoid hitting people or lose objects with the water (or other fluid)
stream.
BE SURE THAT THE MONITOR IS TIGHTLY AND PROPERLY SECURED AT ALL
TIMES DURING OPERATION! Serious injury or death can occur if the monitor is not
fully and properly secured and supported. Be sure that the mounting pipe for the
Force 80 monitor is capable of withstanding a nozzle reaction force of at least ten
thousand (20,000) Newtons (2040 kgf). The Force 80 monitor should not be used
on a portable stand of any kind, as such use can be extremely dangerous and can
result in Serious Injury or Death.
THE FORCE80 IS HEAVY. USE CAUTION AND ASSISTANCE WHEN INSTALLING
AND TAKE CARE TO AVOID INJURY TO YOUR BACK. Seek assistance to help
support and twist the monitor during installation and take care to avoid injury to your
back during handling and installation.
Product Warnings 1

NEVER USE THE MONITOR AT PRESSURES HIGHER THAN 12 BARS (175 PSI).
The maximum operating pressure for the Force 80 monitor is 12 bars (175 psi). Use of
the Force 80 monitor at pressures higher than 12 bars is dangerous and can lead to
serious injury or death or may damage the monitor. Moreover, the recommended
operating pressure of the Force 80 is between 7 and 8 bars (100 and 115
psi), which also will provide optimal performance.
ONLY MOUNT THE FORCE MONITOR SO THAT ITS BASE IS PERPENDICULAR
TO THE GROUND. DO NOT install the monitor at an angle or upside-down without
the specific prior written consent of Unifire AB. Doing so may cause damage to the
monitor gears and motors, which could lead to malfunction.
FOLLOW ALL MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION PROCEDURES in this manual.
BE SURE TO USE THE PROPER TYPE AND SIZE OF THREADS AT THE MONITOR
BASE and also between the monitor and nozzle (if using a nozzle not supplied by
Unifire specifically for use with this monitor). Use of the wrong type or size of threads
will result in an improper connection which can cause leaking and also may cause the
monitor and/or nozzle to dislodge under high pressure, possibly leading to serious
injury or death to persons and/or serious damage to property. If you have any doubts
as to the exact thread supplied by Unifire, contact Unifire for clarification prior to
connecting the monitor and nozzle.
KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE DURING OPERATION AND MOVEMENT. The Force 80
Monitor has moving parts. Be sure to keep a safe distance from the monitor as it
moves and keep hands and fingers away from pinch points to avoid injury.
AVOID RAPID CHARGING. Rapid charging of the monitor is potentially dangerous
and can cause serious injury to persons and/or property and may cause damage to
the monitor. Charge the monitor slowly to avoid creating a potentially dangerous,
high-pressure surge.
USE ONLY UNIFIRE-APPROVED NOZZLES. The Force 80 monitor was designed for
use with the Unifire Integ80 and Unifire Smooth Bore nozzles. Use of any nozzle other
than a Unifire nozzle made for the Force 80 without specific, written approval in
advance by Unifire AB constitutes misuse of the product and could affect the safety,
performance and/or operation of the monitor. Such malfunctions could also result in
the nozzle coming loose and being rapidly ejected with high force, which could cause
serious injury or even death.
DO NOT OPERATE IN EXPLOSIVE ZONES OR ENVIRONMENTS! The electric
motors and other components are potential ignition sources and could spark ignition if
used in explosive environments. The Force 80 is not approved for operation in
explosive environments and therefore it should never be used in such environments.
DO NOT IMMERSE EQUIPMENT IN WATER. Do not immerse the monitor, its
control box (i.e., the Monitor Control Unit or “MCU”) nor the joystick in water and be
sure to keep water out of their interiors. Unifire’s monitors, MCU and joystick are
designed to withstand moderate exposure to rain and water splashing during normal
use of the monitor. Prolonged or extreme exposure to water, including submersion,
however, will cause damage and could also cause electrical shock resulting in injury.
Do not use the electrical controls during operation of the emergency manual
override cranks as doing so could cause injury.
Product Warnings 2

ONLY USE THE MANUAL OVERRIDE IN CASE OF TRUE EMERGENCY & POWER
FAILURE. The manual override controls on the Force 80 monitor are not designed for
normal operation and should only be used in the case of extreme emergency and
when the remote control feature is not working sufficiently to control the monitor by
means of the electronic controls.
DISCONNECT POWER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR.
Prior to installation, maintenance or repair be sure to disconnect power and disable
flow.
ONLY USE SPECIFIED ELECTRICAL SUPPLY, INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN. The power supply to the Force 80 control box (CPU) should be
supplied through high-quality cables and fuses with proper power overload protection.
Electrical overload can cause damage to the CPU and other electrical components,
leading to failure of the monitor. Be sure that the electrical power supply to the
monitor is connected through proper fuses and approved by a qualified electrician.
DO NOT MOUNT ANY DEVICES ON THE MONITOR OR NOZZLE. Mounting
peripheral devices on the monitor is not recommended and can cause undue wear and
tear, possibly leading to damage to the monitor, welds, etc. Use of peripherals on the
monitor will void warranty claims unless specifically approved in advance and in
writing by Unifire AB.
FAILURE TO HEED ANY WARNING IN THIS MANUAL VOIDS WARRANTY
CLAIMS & MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY.
Product Warnings 3

UNPACKING CHECKLIST
IMPORTANT: Each item delivered by Unifire comes with a Delivery Note. A copy of the Delivery Note is
provided with this Manual.
The Delivery Note contains a complete list of each item included with your order, as well as the serial
numbers.
Your order is assumed to have arrived in good condition with all items on the Delivery Note,
unless you submit a written notification to the contrary within 7 days in writing to Unifire AB.
Below is a list of common items that make up typical deliveries by Unifire, for ease of identifying the
component parts of your order. Some items you ordered may not be listed below, and not all items listed
below are necessarily part of your order. Please refer to your Delivery Note and use the following for
reference. For any questions, please contact sales@unifire.com.
Unifire strongly recommends your keeping a copy of the Delivery Note together with this Manual, in case
of possible future returns or need for technical support, so that you will have the item name, part
number, order number, and serial number available, as well as evidence of your purchase.
ITEM NAME & IMAGE PART # BRIEF DESCRIPTION
FORCE 80
FORCE80-1 (24VDC)
or
FORCE80-2 (12VDC)
Unifire Force 80 Remote Control Monitor Chassis
(with motors, either 12- or 24-Volts)
INTEG 80
INT80124 (24VDC)
or
INT80112 (12VDC)
Integ80 Electric, Jet/Spray Nozzle for Force80
Monitors
F80 SMOOTH BORE NOZZLE FOR48300 Force80 Smooth Bore Nozzle.
Unpacking Checklist 4

ITEM NAME & IMAGE PART # BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Compact vehicle MCU
(Monitor Control Unit)
FOR00100
(other variants and
part numbers also
exist)
Standard MCU (Monitor Control Unit)
MARINE & INDUSTRIAL
MCU WITH POWER CONVERTER
FOR00600
FOR00600S
MCU with Power Converter (110-230V AC to
24VDC) in stainless steel box for marine
applications. (Also available in non-stainless steel
for land-based industrial applications.)
JOYSTICK PI FOR00207 Joystick PI, progressive joystick control, including
LED position indicator lights, record/play, 2 x
auxiliary.
Control cable
FOR00405
and others
Unifire Cables with multi-connectors. Various part
numbers for various lengths and functions,
typically in the range of FOR00300-FOR00499)
RADIO REMOTE CONTOL FOR00601 Radio Remote Control for Unifire Force monitors
Unpacking Checklist 5

ITEM NAME & IMAGE PART # BRIEF DESCRIPTION
UCS MASTER
(Unifire Control System)
FOR-UCS001
Unifire Control System (UCS) Master for
networked monitors and other networked
solutions.
UCS repeater FOR-UCS002 The UCS repeater us a tool that allows the system
designer to use topologies that are not by default
allowed in a CAN system. If, for example, a star
topology is the best way to run the cables a
repeater is required.
UCS flameranger FOR-UCS003 UCS flameranger is a unit making it possible to
have interaction between fire detection systems
and one or more water cannons.
UCS motion control FOR-UCS004 UCS motion control is a unit providing features for
recording up to for oscillating patterns and then
activate them via the user interface of choice.
UCS analyzer FOR-UCS005 The ANALYZER is a service tool to display the
actual commands on the Canbus. To see what
units are on the Canbus, ID numbers and software
versions, and much more. The communication can
be logged and saved onto a USB. This file can be
sent to Unifire or other qualified technician to
diagnose problems. The ANALYZER can also be
used for uploading new software to the MCU’s.
Unpacking Checklist 6

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
FORCE 80 Chassis
INTEG 80 Nozzle
Product Description 7

Monitor Control Units (MCU)
Unifire’s Monitor Control Units, or MCUs (sometimes also called “CPU” or “electronics box”) are the “brains” of the
monitors. Each monitor must have its own MCU mounted not farther than 5 meters / 16 feet away. For full installation
instructions, see Installation Section and Appendix 3 and 4.
MCU’s come in several different configurations for different applications. Note that the MCU is only designed to work
with Unifire equipment and can only accept Unifire’s multi-connectors.
Compact Vehicle type MCU
Compact version of the MCU that is suitable for vehicle installation.
Where room is limited and 24VDC is available directly from the vehicles
electrical system.
Industrial and Marine type MCU
Unifire also supplies MCU’s complete with power converters for marine and industrial applications. Typically also
outfitted with relays for controlling valves and other peripherals. The Industrial MCU can also hold I/O cards and UCS
units like the “Motion control”
Industrial type MCU can have an optional battery backup for running up to 30 minutes without external power.
The following is an example of a stainless steel MCU with built-in power converter.
See also Installation instruction and Appendix 1 and 2
Product Description 8

Cables with Multi-Connectors
All primary electrical connections of Unifire monitors and
their components have military-grade multi-connectors, like
those pictured here.
For full technical specification see Appendix 6
Unifire Radio Remote Control(s)
Radio Remote Controls are custom made to our customers'
specifications by Unifire's partner, Datek. The following is one
example, but may not necessarily be identical to that supplied with
your monitor (if any). For more information about the wireless radio
supplied with your monitor (if any), contact Unifire directly.
Unifire Control System (UCS) Master
The Unifire Control System Master, or "UCS", is an electronic
hardware device that is custom programmed by Unifire for special
projects that require the control of multiple monitors, valves, lights,
cameras and/or other electronic peripheral devices.
Instructions for the UCS Master are provided separately by Unifire.
For full technical specification and setup see separate Unifire UCS
Manual and operating Instruction
Product Description 9

Joystick “PI”
The following is an overview of the Unifire “PI” Joystick functions.
For full operation instructions, see the Operation Instruction section.
For full technical specification and setup of the Joystick see Appendix 3
4
3
5
2
1
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
1. Power button for Joystick control activation
2. Park button for stowing the monitor after use
3. Valve button to open or close a valve
4. Record button for beginning and stopping a recording of the monitor’s movements
5. Play button
6. Nozzle control dial for changing Integ nozzles from jet to fog and back again
7. Joystick shaft for controlling monitor’s movements up/down and left/right (pressure sensitive, for progressive
speed movement)
8. Auxiliary #2 Control Button (custom configuration)
9. Auxiliary #1 Control Button (custom configuration)
10. Vertical Position Indicator LED--indicates monitor’s relative position from full left, to center, to full right
11. Nozzle Position Indicator LED--indicates Integ nozzle’s relative position from full jet, to full fog, and in
between
12. Horizontal Position Indicator LED--indicates monitor’s relative position from full left, to center, to full right
13. Port for joystick cable (compatible only with Unifire multi-connectors)
Product Description 10

INSTALLATION
Force 80 Chassis
General Information & Warnings
BE SURE TO USE THE PROPER TYPE AND SIZE OF THREADS AT THE MONITOR
BASE and also between the monitor and nozzle (if using a nozzle not supplied by
Unifire specifically for use with this monitor). Use of the wrong type or size of threads
will result in an improper connection which can cause leaking and also may cause the
monitor and/or nozzle to dislodge under high pressure, possibly leading to serious
injury or death to persons and/or serious damage to property. If you have any doubts
as to the exact thread supplied by Unifire, contact Unifire for clarification prior to
connecting the monitor and nozzle.
THE FORCE80 IS HEAVY. EXERCISE CAUTION AND SEEK ASSISTANCE WHEN
INSTALLING AND TAKE CARE TO AVOID INJURY TO YOUR BACK. Seek
assistance to help support and twist the monitor during installation and take care to
avoid injury to your back during handling and installation.
BE SURE THAT THE MONITOR IS TIGHTLY AND PROPERLY SECURED AT ALL
TIMES DURING OPERATION! Serious injury or death can occur if the monitor is not
fully and properly secured and supported. Be sure that the mounting pipe for the
Force 80 monitor is capable of withstanding a nozzle reaction force of at least
twenty thousand (20,000) Newtons (2040 kgf). The Force 80 monitor should not
be used on a portable stand of any kind, as such use can be extremely dangerous and
can result in Serious Injury or Death.
ONLY MOUNT THE FORCE MONITOR SO THAT ITS BASE IS PERPENDICULAR
TO THE GROUND. DO NOT install the monitor at an angle or upside-down without
the specific prior written consent of Unifire AB. Doing so voids the chassis warranty
and may cause damage to the monitor gears and motors, which could lead to
malfunction.
Installation 11

Mechanical installation and connecting to water supply
The base of the Force 80 monitor is a 3” Male “BSP” (British Standard Pipe) thread connection. It should screw into a
very sturdy and secure pipe with a 3” Female BSP thread connection.
Alternatively the FORCE80 is delivered with a DN80 flange connection.
The Force 80 should be installed onto a sturdy and stable water pipe 1 (“mounting pipe”) with an internal diameter
of between 80 and 125 millimeters (3” and 5”) and topped with a 3” Female BSP connector, or a DN80 flange
connection.
Connect the monitor base securely by applying Loctite® 577 or equivalent, then screwing the
WARNING!
BE SURE THAT THE MONITOR IS TIGHTLY AND
PROPERLY SECURED AT ALL TIMES DURING
OPERATION!
Serious injury or death can occur if the monitor is not fully and properly
secured and supported. Be sure that the mounting pipe for the Force 80
monitor is capable of withstanding a nozzle reaction force of at least
twenty thousand (20,000) Newtons (2040 kgf). The Force 80
monitor should not be used on a portable stand of any kind, as such use
can be extremely dangerous and can result in Serious Injury or Death.
1 The mounting pipe is not supplied by Unifire.
Installation 12

B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
Monitor Control Units (MCU)
Compact Vehicle type MCU Connection and installation
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
PIN # COM POWER VALVE MOTORS
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
A CAN H +24V, 15A fuse Motor
Motor
B CAN L
(marked “1”) (Not in use) + sensor
C Rx RS232 +24V, 2A fuse (Not in use) Signal sensor 1
D Tx RS232
(marked “2”) (Not in use) Signal sensor 2
E GND Joystick -24V ground (Not in use) Gnd Sensor
F + Com
(green and yellow) Motor Motor
G (not connected) (Not in use) (Not in use) (Not in use)
Type: Female Male Female Female
JOYSTICK or
Canbus
24VDC
2A + 15A
NOZZLE
motor
VERTICAL
motor
ROTATION
motor
VALVE or
Relay
Installation 13

B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
Industrial MCU connection and installation
For details on connection and internal wiring see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2
PIN #
MOTORS
B
C
A
G
D
F
E
A Motor
B + sensor
C Signal sensor 1
D Signal sensor 2
E Gnd Sensor
F
Motor
G
(Not in use)
Type:
Female
Industrial MCU Bottom
CONNECTION
BOX
230V AC
6A
3 x 1,5 mm2
4x 0,5 mm2 Shielded
Canbus cable max 500 m
NOZZLE
motor
VERTICAL
motor
ROTATION
motor
VALVEs or
Relays
2 x 1,5 mm2
Installation 14

NOZZLE FLOW SETTINGS
Flow is set and selected by adjusting the position of the baffle (diffusor) of the nozzle.
Start by rotating the baffle to the fully closed position (flow=0).
Now for every “turn” (full 360° opening) the flow will increase as per the charts provided.
When done, tighten the 24 mm counter nut.
The NUT and the baffle should be locked with Loctite® 577, or similar.
The Flow must be set to properly match the available water supply and pressure. This is determined by the pump
capacity, distance from pump to monitor, dimensions of the pipes, dimensions of the valve and other factors. A foam
proportioning unit may cause massive pressure loss, so this must be accounted for.
Insufficient flow or pressure will lead to poor performance of the FORCE80.
BAFFLE
1
LEFT THREAD
RIGHT THREAD
COUNTER
NUT
2
0,5
Installation 15

FLOW CHART
FORCE 80 with INTEG 80 NOZZLE
FLOW FORCE 80 with INTEG 80 nozzle
5500
5250
5000
4750
4500
4250
4000
3750
3500
3250
3000
2750
2500
2250
2000
1750
1500
1250
1000
750
500
LIT/MIN
Results may vary depending upon conditions
and the figures should be considered as an
approximate guideline only
3,5 turns
3,0 turns
2,5 turns
2,0 turns
1,5 turns
1,0 turns
0,5 turns
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
BAR at monitor inlet
Installation 16

REACH CHART
REACH FORCE 80 with INTEG 80 nozzle
Meters effective reach at 35° elevation angle
100
Results may vary depending upon conditions
and the figures should be considered as an
approximate guideline only
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
3,5 turns
3,0 turns
2,5 turns
2,0 turns
1,5 turns
1,0 turns
0,5 turns
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Installation 17
BAR at monitor inlet

OPERATION - At first start up.
Setting end-positions and calibrating
After installation of the monitor and after completed electrical connections, these are the
steps to be followed at first start up:
• Setting end-positions and
• Calibrating
When connecting the Joystick for the first time, it
will within 3 seconds establish communication
and the position LED’s will light up. Position LED’s
will always be lit when the Joystick is connected.
The position displayed will be wrong, however,
and the Joystick may not work properly until the
first calibration has been performed. WARNING!
Do not operate without calibrating!
SETTING THE END POSITIONS (“HARD STOPS”)
To set end positions, re-position the end position bolts on the monitor to the required position. After end
position bolts has been moved, it is ALWAYS required to calibrate the monitor. Failing to do so
may cause mechanical or electrical malfunction.
Operating the Joystick
CALIBRATION
1. Put the monitor control (Joystick) in OFF-mode (the
green start light is off, position LED’s still active.)
2. Next, press and keep pressing the VALVE button, and
press the PLAY button. This will initiate calibration. The
monitor will move vertically, horizontally and run the
nozzle in sequence.
After calibration, the monitor will stop before hitting the
end position bolts, avoiding wear and tear on the monitor’s
electrical and mechanical parts. (These are called “soft
stops”.) Also the position LED’s will now reflect the actual
relative position of the monitor and nozzle.
START
To activate the Joystick, press and hold the ON button for 2 seconds. When the green ON LED is lit, the
monitor is active.
(NOTE: the position LED’s always show the monitor’s relative positions, even when the Joystick is off)
Operation 18

SET PARK
To select a park position, move to the required park position. Put the monitor control in OFF mode. While
pressing PARK, also push ON, to activate the Joystick. Now the new park position has been selected.
GO TO PARK
Press and hold the PARK button for 2 seconds to make the monitor return to the pre-defined parking
position.
RECORD pattern
To record a pattern, press the REC button once. The red LED light will come on, indicating that recording
is in progress. Begin recording any pattern you wish repeated and when finished, press the REC button
again to end recording. The red LED will turn off. During recording, all monitor movements, including
velocity changes, pauses and nozzle control, are recorded.
PLAY - automatic operation
Press the PLAY button to initiate playback of the last recorded sequence.
ABORT automatic operation
Manual operation of the joystick will abort playback. Pushing “PLAY” will also abort playback.
Pushing PLAY again will return to the last recorded pattern. NOTE: the nozzle control will not abort
playback.
VALVE CONTROL
If a motorized water valve is connected, pressing the valve button will open or close the valve.
AUX 1 and AUX 2 (generic buttons)
These are generic buttons that can control “other functions”. For example, foam valves or flood lights. In
a networked system the AUX1 and AUX2 can be used for controlling and switching between 2 monitors.
MANUAL OPERATION WITH CRANKS
The monitor can be manually operated with cranks. This may be useful for service and maintenance, if
and when the power is cut, or a motor is damaged. The FORCE monitors are not suitable for manual
operation and manual cranks are for emergency use only.
If manual operation is necessary first disconnect the cables!
Then the monitor can be manually operated with cranks. Any attempt to manually operate the monitor
without removing the connectors will be very difficult - virtually impossible - and also it will lead to
damage to the electronics! After manual operation of the monitor, you must recalibrate the
monitor before resuming normal operation.
Operation 19

MAINTENANCE
We recommend that the electric motors be inspected by opening the motor covers once per
month. The purpose of this is to ensure that there is no water or moisture build up in the motor
enclosures (which could be caused by a loose connector). If there is moisture, dry it
thoroughly and be sure to connect the connector securely to prevent further exposure. The
motors are not very sensitive to water, but checking once-in-a-while is good precaution.
We also recommned that the multi connectors be inspected for water and/or signs of
corrosion. As a precaution, the connectors should be sprayed with WD40 one per year.
For the INTEG nozzle we recommend that the rotating stream shaper (part 12 on the drawing)
be cleaned and lubricated with WD40 once per month, as this may be exposed to air, dirt and
grime.
In stow position, the INTEG nozzle should be set to wide-spray (i.e., retracted), and the
nozzle should face downwards. This will ensure that the stream shaper fully protected from
dirt, salt, dust or ice, and well greased at all times, and will ensure proper drainage of the
nozzle when stowed.
We recommed that the FORCE monitor be externally cleaned from time to time and when
dirty. Clean with any cleaning agent and water, as with standard pieces of machinery. Because
the FORCE monitor is made of polished (no surface treatment) 316L stainless steel, it can
always be machine polished to look fantastic.
The worm gears are filled with grease and hermetically sealed off with nitril X-rings. This
means no dirt or water get into the gears. No air circulation will dry out the rubber seals. This
is normally a maintanenece free unit.
The worm gears must normaly never be greased. We recommend not ever greasing the
gears unless specifically recommended to do so by Unifire AB on an individual, case-by-case
basis. If Unifire recommends greasing, then be sure to follow Unifire’s instructions, including
by using the proper type of grease (Mobilith SHC460) and make sure to open the grease
evacuation plug (part 26 on the drawing). Using the wrong type of grease may cause fatal
damage to the mechanics or block the movement.
Operation 20

TROUBLESHOOTING
PRIOR to contacting UNIFIRE AB Technical Support, please consult the appropriate troubleshooting step
(s) below, which are designed to resolve most common issues.
This will help to resolve the most common and frequent issues.
1. MONITOR APPEARS totally “DEAD”
• Check all power cable connections and fuses
• Cable “1” + 24 V - 15 A fuse (for power feed to the motors)
• Cable “2” + 24V - 2 A fuse (For power feed to the electronics)
• Cable “green and yellow” Ground (negative) properly
connected.
• (When the live power cable is connected to the CPU a “click”
can be heard from the relays)
• Confirm that fuses are O.K.
• Confirm that cables are O.K., and not damaged.
• Confirm that the voltage is sufficient also when the monitor is running.
• Confirm that the power supply can deliver enough current (up to 15A at 24V) without any drop in
voltage.
• The “Power” button must be held for at least 2 seconds to activate the monitor.
• To confirm power, open up the CPU. Check for the 2 green LED’s that indicate power to the electronics
and motor feeds, respectively.
• If none of these steps resolves the problem, please contact Unifire AB.
2. No LED’s on Joystick are lit when connecting
• Check power as in paragraph “1”
• Try another Joystick cable if possible.
• If a cable problem is confirmed, contact Unifire.
• If problems remains the Joystick may be damaged or the may be on wrong mode. (Master/Slave, ID
and/or baud rate). Please refer to the ADVANCED JOYSTICK SETTING appendix, or contact Unifire.
• The Position LED’s are not moving and showing actual position the monitor is not properly calibrated.
Please calibrate.
3. POSITION LED’s ON JOYSTICK are not showing correct position
• Monitor is not calibrated OR the encoder signals are not getting thru to the MCU
• Low voltage will lead to an incomplete calibration. Check power as in paragraph “1”
• Run calibration, according to the manual
• Check cables and connections, also in the motor housings covering the motors.
• It may be necessary to replace a motor or an encoder. Please refer to the REPLACING MOTOR OR
ENCODER appendix.
• If problem remains please contact Unifire
Troubleshooting 21

4. MONITOR NOT RESPONDING
• First check power and Joystick point 1-3
• If Voltage is low, or power insufficient, this may stop the monitor from working.
• Run calibration. If the potion LED’s flash during calibration (red LED’s alternating flash), this is
indicating that the signals form the encoders are not getting thru.
• It may be necessary to replace a motor or an encoder. Please refer to the REPLACING MOTOR OR
ENCODER appendix.
• If problem remains please contact Unifire
5. MONITOR WILL NOT CALIBRATE AT ALL
• Make sure that the unit is off when initiating calibration (use START button to alternate state). Signal
lamp should be off when initiating calibration
• If calibration is initiated, and vertical, horizontal and nozzle motor “jerks” and stops, this indicates
insufficient voltage.
• If the potion LED’s flash during calibration (red LED’s alternating flash), this is indicating that the
signals form the encoders are not getting thru.
• Check voltage and power supply.
• Contact Unifire.
6. MONITOR WILL NOT CALIBRATE ON ALL AXES
• This happens if signals from one of the encoders are not properly communicated. This can result from
a faulty encoder, a bad connection, or a bad cable. It can also be caused by water in the motor house
or in the connectors, shorting out the encoder pulses.
• If the potion LED’s flash during calibration (red LED’s alternating flash), this is indicating that the
signals form the encoders are not getting thru.
• A bad encoder can be detected by switching cables at the motor, i.e. letting the vertical cable control
horizontal motor, and vice versa. (The Nozzle motor is identical to the vertical motor, so the method
can also be used on the nozzle.)
• Run calibration.
• Open up the motor housing of the affected motor. Check for water/moisture/corrosion. Check the
small plastic connector in the motor can.
• If no problem can be determined or detected, the encoder may be defective. This can be easily
exchanged. Please refer to the REPLACING MOTOR OR ENCODER appendix.
• Contact Unifire.
7. MONITOR DOES NOT MOVE IN ITS FULL RANGE
• Recalibrate the monitor.
8. INCONSISTENT BEHAVIOR, STOPS, ETC.
• This usually is caused by uneven power supply, spikes and breaks in the power caused by short
circuits or other equipment connected to the power source.
Troubleshooting 22

Nozzle Parts & Drawings
12,5
245
67,5
134
54
R3"
79
177
142
UNIFIRE INTEG 80 MOTORS
TYPE VOLTAGE DESCRIPTION ITEM # RATIO
FORCE 80 24V DC MOTOR 93232924 84:1
FORCE 80 12V DC MOTOR 93232922 84:1
Technical Drawings 23

Nozzle Parts & Drawings
A
B
1:3
A
0,5
LUBRICATE WITH
AEROSHELL GREASE 22
LUBRICATE WITH
AEROSHELL GREASE 22
20
1
12
21
22
13
23
22
A-A
SEAL WITH
SILICONE
29
1
31
17
17
11
3
2
LUBRICATE WITH
AEROSHELL GREASE 22
6
8 7 1 5
19
4
28
LOCK WITH
LOCTITE 243
1
LUBRICATE WITH
AEROSHELL GREASE 22
LÅSES MED LOCTITE 603
14
27
B (2 : 1)
3
25
2
LUBRICATE WITH
AEROSHELL GREASE 22
3
LUBRICATE WITH
AEROSHELL GREASE 22
3
18 15 26 26 18
24
1
3
LEFT THREAD
RIGHT THREAD
3
9
17
LOCK WITH
LOCTITE 243
16
10
UNIFIRE INTEG 80 PARTS
# QTY ITEM NO DESCRIPTION (Material)
1 1 93232811 GEAR HOUSING 3" (SS2348)
2 1 932321111 MOTOR FLANGE (SS2346-04)
3 1 DC MOTOR SEE SEPARATE TABLE
4 1 61151709 GLYCODYR 15x17x9 --
5 1 93232861 DRIVE SHAFT (SS2346)
6 1 61081009 GLYCODUR 8X10/5 (BRONZE)
7 1 64033120 KEY RK 3X3X12 (SS1650)
8 1 93232701 COG WHEEL (SS2346)
9 1 93232641 MOTOR ENCLOSURE (SS2348)
10 1 93232621 ENCLOSURE END PIECE (SS2348)
11 4 63040121R ALAN HEAD MC6S M4x12 A4 A4
12 1 93232801 STREAM SHAPER (SS5465-15)
13 1 93232851 BAFFLE (SS2348)
14 1 64050109 CYL. ROLL RC-5x10 --
15 1 932321041 NOZZLE CONNECTION NUT (SS2348)
16 1 65001352 CHASSIE CONNECTOR
17 3 62045155 O-RING 45x1.5 NITRIL
18 6 63050063M PS6SS M5X6 BRASS STOP SCREW
19 1 64033160 KEY RK3x3x16 --
20 1 62132355 X-RING 132.94x3.53 NBR NITRIL
21 1 62110355 X-RING 110.72x3.53 NBR NITRIL
22 1 93232901 CENTERPIECE COMPLETE (SS2348)
23 1 63160004RS NUT M6M A4 M16 DIN934 (SS2348)
24 2 6305008SRS MS6SS M5x8 A4 A4
25 1 62088175 O-RING 88.62x1.78 NBR NITRIL
26 2 62085305 O-RING 85x3 --
27 1 93232971 GUIDE ROLL 5x8/5 STEEL
28 1 62152109 SEAL THMI 15x21.2x3 PTFE
29 2 6304005RS STOP SCREW MS6SS M 4x5 A4 A4
30 2 93232282 TYPE AND MODEL SIGN UNIFIRE
31 4 63450709 WASHER 4.5x7x0.5 POLYAMID PA
Technical Drawings 24

FORCE 80 Parts & Drawings
R 256
233
14°
98
78
477,9
125
112
35
6,5
309
238,5
209
73,03
84,5 f7
R3"
58
387
159
8
GREASE NIPPLE
245
10
M5x12
159
30
9
99 210
84x2
R3"
UNIFIRE FORCE 80 MOTORS
TYPE VOLTAGE DESCRIPTION ITEM # RATIO
FORCE 80 24V DC VERTICAL MOTOR 93232924 84:1
ROTATION MOTOR 93232923 49:1
FORCE 80 12V DC VERTCAL MOTOR 93232922 84:1
ROTATION MOTOR 93232921 49:1
Remove this screw
when lubricating, to
expel excess grease.
Technical Drawings 25

FORCE 80 Parts & Drawings (cont.)
GLUED WITH
LOCTITE 603
11 14
20 26 10 27 12 19
8
3
LUBRICATED WITH
MOBIL MOBILITH SHC 460
31
30
32
1
LOCKED WITH
’LOCTITE 243
33
20 4
LOCKED WITH
’LOCTITE 243
1
7
LOCKED WITH
’LOCTITE 243
2
34
21
17
23
SEAL WITH SILICONE
LUBRICATED WITH
MOBIL MOBILITH SHC 460
22 35 28
29
F-F (1 : 1.25)
2
DC MOTOR SEE TABLE side 2/2
E-E (1 : 1.25)
13
15
LUBRICATED WITH
MOBIL MOBILITH SHC 460
5
16
9
LUBRICATED WITH
MOBIL MOBILITH SHC 460
18
F
F
6
5
37
36
SEAL WITH
’LOCTITE 243
E E
2
24 25
UNIFIRE FORCE 80 PARTS
# QTY ITEM NO DESCRIPTION
1 4 63080121RS BOLT MC6S A4 M8X12
2 2 93232541 FLANGE H45-64
3 8 63050352RS NOLT MF6S A2 M5X35
4 5 63050120RS BOÖLT M6S
10 2 60062012 BALL BEARING 6201-2Z
11 2 62102261 SEALING 10x22x6 DT
12 2 64000329 LOCKING RING JV32
13 2 93232361 WORM GEAR WHEEL
14 2 60060002 BALL BEARING 6000-2Z
15 4 62091356 X-RING 91.67x3.53 NBR
16 2 62107266 X-RING 107.63x2.62 NBR
17 1 93232371 CONNECTION FLANGE 3"
18 2 62088355 O-RING 88.49X3.53
19 2 63010039 KM-NUT GUK 1
20 7 63051017 WASHER BRB 5.3/10x1
21 20 63080160RS BOLT M6S A4 M8x16
22 2 62070155 O-RING 70x1.5 NBR
23 2 93232531 FLANGE H35-64
24 1 93232471 TYPE AND ID SIGN
25 2 63000059 RIVET KDS 0X5 A2
26 2 63050080RS BOLT M6S A4 M5X8
27 2 64220327 SUPPORT 22x32x2
28 2 DC MOTOR SEE SEPARATE TABLE
29 8 6304008RS ALLAN HEAD MC6S A4 M4x8
30 2 93232561 DISTANCE 32x40/32 4K
31 2 64033080 KEY RK 3x3x8
32 2 93232571 ELASTIC MOTOR COUPLING
33 2 65001352 CHASSIE CONNECTOR
34 2 64033160 KEY RK3x3x16
35 2 93232941 MOTOR ENCLOSURE
36 4 932321131 DISTANCE 8.2x14.5/2.5
37 4 63080080RS BOLT M6S A4 M8x8
LUBRICATED WITH
MOBIL MOBILITH SHC 460
Technical Drawings Page 26

Replacing DC Motor
Remove motor housing by unthreading by
hand.
Remove 3 screws holding motor flange.
“Break” silicone seal by carefully wedging a
knife (use small hammer) into the joint.
Remove coupling part from motor shaft.
Remove 4 screws holding motor.
Replace motor, and tighten screws.
Put new coupling in place. Position about 3
mm above flange plane.
Tighten screw.
Re-assemble motor flange with monitor.
Seal with silicone.
Tighten screws.
Any questions or problems,
E-mail to: info@unifire.com
or call
+46 303 248 400
Replacing motor 27

Internal connection plan and componenet specification
APPENDIX 1
MCU Industrial Cabinet Connection
Monitor Control Unit cabinet, 500x400x210 cm
Internal overview and component ID
TB1
3 2 1
TB2
LED 4 3 2 1
A1 A2 A3
12
12
11
11
14
14
S1 S2 S3
19 1 20 21 22 23 2425
16 17 18
6-24
6-24
V=
V=
A1+
A1+
A2-
A2-
B1
B2-B4 B5B6 B7-B13
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
C1-C15
C16
Appendix 1 - Industrial MCU specification 28
D1 D2 D3 D4

Apendix 1
Internal connection plan and componenet specification
Connections / plint
List of components
1 F (230 VAC)
2 N (230 VAC)
3 GND (230 VAC)
4 CAN H
5 CAN L
6 CAN gnd
7 n/a
8 0VDC (Joystick)
9 +12/24VDC (Joystick)
10 R1 NC (12)
11 R1 COM (11(13+))
12 R1 NO (14)
13 R2 NC (12)
14 R2 COM (11(13+))
15 R2 NO (14)
16 S1 Fuse 2A (External joystick on P9)
17 S2 Fuse 2A (internal electronics P23)
18 S3 Fuse 10A (effect/motor P24-P25)
19 0VDC
20 0VDC
21 0VDC
22 0VDC
23 +24VDC (internal electronics)
24 +24VDC (effect/motor)
25 +24VDC (effect/motor)
Fuse 5x20mm
S1 2A
S2 2A
S3 10A
Enclosure:
RITTAL 1045.500or similar
For schematics see UNI-20110308-02
A1
A2
A3
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
B10
B11
B12
B13
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
C10
C11
C12
C13
C14
C15
C16
D1
D2
D3
D4
MeanWell DRP-480-24
6A automatic fuse (230VAC)
230VAC connection point
Milleteknik, UPS and filter
Weidmuller WSI 6 Fuseholder
Weidmuller WSI 6 Fuseholder
Weidmuller WSI 6 Fuseholder
Finder relay socket+relay
Finder relay socket+relay
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN GND
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Weidmuller ZDU 2.5-2/3 AN
Unifire FOR00103
FOR1004731-01 (optional)
FOR1004731-01 (Vertical axis)
FOR1004731-01 (Horizontal axis)
FOR1004731-01 (nozzle)
Appendix 1 - Industrial MCU specification 29

APPENDIX 2
MCU Circuit Board indicator LED specification
The 17 indicator LED’s on the MCU circuit board indicate the active inputs and outputs. This will help a
qualified technician when making diagnosis. This is a brief description of the LED’s and their position on
the circuit board.
L1
L2
L3
L4
L5
L6
L7
L8
L9
Encoder signal vertical channel A
Power indicator electronic
Power indicator motor
Motor direction vertical down
Motor direction vertical up
Motor direction horizontal left
Motor direction horizontal right
(not in use)
Encoder signal nozzle
L10
L11
L12
L13
L14
L15
L26
L29
L31
Motor direction nozzle spray
Motor direction nozzle jet
Encoder signal horizontal channel A
Main relay state indicator
Valve direction closed
Valve direction open
Encoder signal horizontal channel B
Encoder signal vertical channel B
Power failure indicator
Appendix 2 -MCU main Circuit Board 30

APPENDIX 3
Canbus JOYSTICK Description & Advanced Setup
This section is for technicians and qualified user mainly. Do not attempt changing the setup of the
Joystick unless you are qualified and authorized by Unifire to do so.
WARNING! Wrong settings will interrupt communication between Joystick and MCU. The system will stop
working!
The Joystick provides position feedback in 9 steps.
Buttons for REC, PLAY, PARK and VALVE control.
Two undefined generic AUX buttons for controlling “other” functions, such
as foam valve, telescopic pipe or swing-our arm, flood light etc.
In a networked system the AUX1 and AUX2 can be used to choose which
monitor is to be controlled
X,Y axis an the Nozzle spray angle are controlled with the progressive
Joystick.
The Nozzle control is on the tip of the Joystick.
Joystick Buttons and LED Function Description
ON
PARK
VALVE
REC
PLAY
AUX 1
AUX 2
Activates the Joystick for control of MCU and Monitor
While pressed for app 2s it starts the park sequence of the MCU. Led flashes while parking
and is on when monitor is parked. Release from park by press PARK again or simply
operate MCU with joystick.
Toggle function that controls the VALVE output of the MCU.
When pressed the MCU goes into record state and the Red LED indicates this state. Press
again to exit record state and save the pattern.
Activates the re-play of the pre-recorded pattern. Green LED indicates playback. To exit this
state, simply press PLAY again or start controlling the MCU with the joystick.
Undefined (used in setup mode). Accessible over CAN bus. Both Switch and LED
Undefined (used in setup mode). Accessible over CAN bus. Both Switch and LED
Appendix 3 Joystick 31

Joystick CALIBRATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGS
For technicians trained and authorized by Unifire only
Calibration of axis x and y is done via windows based PC software, this also
includes tuning the response curve of each axis.
Overview SETUP MODE
SETUP MODE ”A”
Setup mode ”A” is used to control the following functions:
I. Master/slave mode (REC)
II.Adress (ID) of MCU controlled (if in master mode) or Joystick (if in slave mode) (PLAY)
III.Calibration of the absolute nozzle control (AUX 1, AUX 2 and dial on top of joystick handle)
IV.Startup behavior of MCU (if in master mode) (PARK)
V.Joystick handle vertical direction control - alters up/down (VALVE)
SETUP MODE ”B”
Setup mode ”B” is to set the baudrate (125kbps or 250 kbps). 125kbps is default.
Enter SETUP MODE ”A”
While powering up the joystick press REC and PLAY until the corresponding LED's are ON. (Power up either
by connecting a live Joystick cable, or switching on power) This puts the Joystick in setup mode.
Exit SETUP MODE
When done with the below described operations, simply press ON until all
LED's are OFF (ON LED may go
on if MCU hRelay is ON)
Master/slave mode (I, II)
The position LED's indicates the mode and address when in setup mode:
To switch between master and slave mode (indicated with full horizontal bar)
Press REC to toggle between master and slave mode.
To step through the address settings use the PLAY button.
When in master mode the LED's L0 to L9 represents the address of the MCU
to be controlled (range from h41 to h4A) and if in slave mode it represents the
address of the joystick itself (range h51 to h5A)
Master mode
Horizontal bar all LED'S=ON.
For the control of 1 MCU
(slave address, one of h41 → h4A)
L0 MCU address h41
L1 MCU address h42
L2 MCU address h43
L3 MCU address h44
L4 MCU address h45
L5 MCU address h46
L6 MCU address h47
L7 MCU address h48
L8 MCU address h49
L9 MCU address h4A
Slave mode
Horizontal bar all LED's=OFF
For the setting of Joystick ID
(Address, one of h51 → h5A)
L0 Joystick address h51
L1 Joystick address h52
L2 Joystick address h53
L3 Joystick address h54
L4 Joystick address h55
L5 Joystick address h56
L6 Joystick address h57
L7 Joystick address h58
L8 Joystick address h59
L9 Joystick address h5A
Appendix 3 Joystick 32

Calibration of nozzle control. (III)
1. Move the top (nozzle-control) clockwise to the stop and then press and hold AUX 1 until LED is on.
2. Then move the top counter clockwise to the stop and then press and hold
AUX 2 until LED is on.
Startup mode MCU (IV)
Alter the start up state of the MCU by using the ”PARK”. When PARK led is ON the MCU starts active (start
LED is ON) and is ready to be controlled immediately. When PARK led is off activation of system is done by
using the START button.
Joystick vertical control (V)
The VALVE button controls the vertical direction and alters the up/down functionality of the joystick. Press
VALVE to alter state. When VALVE led is OFF joystick handle away from operator means monitor down and
joystick handle towards operator means monitor up. When VALVE led is ON joystick handle away from
operator means monitor up and joystick handle towards operator means monitor down.
Enter SETUP MODE ”B”
While powering up the joystick press VALVE and PLAY until the corresponding LED's are ON. This puts the
joystick in setup mode ”B”
Exit SETUP MODE ”B”
When done with the below described operations, simply press ON until all LED's are OFF (ON LED may go
on if MCU hRelay is ON
125 kbit or 250 kbit CAN bus
Press VALVE to switch between 125 kbit and 250kbit (indicated with full horizontal bar). Leds on indicate
250 kbit and leds off 125 kbit.
Appendix 3 Joystick 33