Fire Engine Hose Connector
OwnerEric Topacioinventor
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Abstract
A method for using a fire engine hose connector system is reported. The system allows for rapid connection between the fire hose and the fire engine, and more importantly the system enables even more rapid disconnection. The fire engine and fire fighting personnel may make a rapid escape form an overtaking wildfire. The ability to rapidly disconnect and escape from the fire scene allows the fire engine and personnel to access hydrant supplies that would otherwise not be available due to safety procedures that preclude connection when the long disconnect time requirements of prior art connectors place the escape of the fire engine and personnel at risk in a rapidly moving fire.
Claims2
A method of connecting a fire hose to a fire engine said method comprising:
- a) attaching a quick-disconnect connector coupler to a supply input of said fire engine,
- b) attaching a first end of said fire hose to said coupler using a quick-disconnect connector adapter wherein:
- i) said coupler and adapter comprise a mating set,
- ii) said adapter includes an integrated valve to interrupt water flow when disconnected from said coupler,
- iii) said adapter is attached to said first end of said fire hose with a swivel connector, and
- c) attaching a second end of said fire hose to a fire hydrant discharge port.
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