MONITOR - VAJ RA 3 3 1

(CAST BRONZE) HD FIRE PROTECT

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TECHNICAL DATA
MONITOR VAJRA 331
NOZZLE VARSHA HF 40U-500
VARSHA HF 40U-750
VARSHA 40U-500
VARSHA 40U-750
VARSHA 40U-1000
NOMINAL SIZE 3 Inch (80 MM)
MAX. SERVICE 14 Bar (200 PSI)
PRESSURE UL Listed for 175 PSI
MAXIMUM FLOW 1000 GPM (3800 LPM)
Refer Table I for flow
FACTORY 28 Bar (400 PSI)
HYDROSTATIC N ote:The a bove p icture is rep res enta tiv e. VAJ RA 3 3 1 M onitor com es
TEST PRESSURE in Red RAL3 0 0 1 finis h w ith N a tura l Bronze finis h M onitor Nozzle.

SWIVEL JOINT Bronze to IS:318/ASTM B 62 The monitor has cast bronze 3 inch (80MM) water
with double row of Stainless way. The vertical and horizontal rotation is through
Steel Ball Bearing and Grease corrosion resistant bronze swiveling joint with double
Fittings row of stainless steel ball bearing. Both vertical and
NOZZLE THRUST Flow in LPM X √Pressure horizontal movements are controlled by handle with
REACTION IN Kg. in Kg./sq.cm. X 0.0228 twist lock. VAJRA 331 is UL Listed with VARSHA
HF40U Nozzle (with pickup tube) and VARSHA 40U
INLET CONNECTION 3” (80 NB) or 4” (100 NB) Nozzle (without pickup tube).
Flange to ANSI B16.5 #150,FF
The monitor has large flow capability and can be
OUTLET CONNECTION 3” BSP (M) or 3” NH manually operated by a single fire fighter. The design
MONITOR ELEVATION 90 Deg. above horizontal ensures to prevent jet reaction forces from affecting
& 45 Deg. below horizontal the horizontal and vertical position of the monitor.
The monitor has the ability for 360 deg. continuous
MONITOR ROTATION 360 Deg. continuous horizontal rotation and angle of elevation is from 90
deg. above horizontal to 65 deg. below horizontal.
MONITOR MOVEMENT Manual
When used on oscillation unit the angle of elevation
APPROVAL UL Listed will be – 40° to +80° manual adjustable.
FINISH Red RAL 3001 for Monitor, The water vanes in discharge tube reduces turbulence
Natural finish for Nozzle and friction loss, thus increasing the nozzle
performance to achieve greater range. To ensure
WEIGHT (Approx) 33Kg -Monitor without nozzle
desired performance, friction loss through monitor
9.2Kg - Nozzle VARSHA 40U
must be considered while selecting the nozzle and
12.7Kg-Nozzle VARSHA HF40U
flow through the monitor with reference to available
PRESSURE GAUGE Optional, at outlet base pressure at inlet of the monitor. For flow and jet
reach data, refer monitor nozzle data sheet.
ORDERING Specify Monitor & Nozzle
INFORMATION Model NOTE:

1. Any intermediate range (UP + DN)º between

DESCRIPTION UP ≤ 90º and DN ≤ 65º can be provided as per
The Monitor Model VAJRA-331 is durable manual requirement of the customer.
controlled monitor for fixed installation as well as 2. The vertical lock needs one turn for lock & unlock.
trailer mounted unit. The monitor is generally used Excessive rotation of knob should not be carried
for protection of flammable liquid storage tanks, out.
loading racks, dykes marine and many other Industrial
3. Pressure Gauge is optional supply and should not
application. be considered for friction loss measurement.
The Monitor possesses several design features that 4. For details of VARSHA 40U, refer Data Sheet No.
provides ease of operation, minimum maintenance and HD 280 and for VARSHA HF40U refer Data Sheet
resistance to corrosive environments. No.HD 281.

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INSTALLATION, TESTING AND Application of water or foam on an electric appliance

MAINTENANCE can cause serious injury.

The monitor must be installed and operated carefully by The water supply to monitor must be increased /
a trained person, having good knowledge of equipment. decreased gradually to prevent possible water hammer
Before assembly of the monitor to the supply piping, occurrence.
thoroughly flush the piping with water to avoid sand, Do not try to over-tighten/ over-loosen Monitor lock.
residue, welding slag or other debris hindering the
proper functioning of the monitor.
TABLE-I
After few initial successful tests, an authorized
person must be trained to perform the inspection and Nozzle Type * Flow at Straight
testing of the monitor. Model 100 PSI Stream Range
The monitor should be ready for use. To achieve this in GPM in Meters
condition, scheduled inspection and maintenance
operation should be performed and it must be recorded VARSHA D 500 60
in the maintenance register book indicating the 40U-500
requirement or recommendation. The recommended VARSHA D 750 61.5
maintenance, procedure must be followed as given in 40U-750
the manual and also as per the local authority having
jurisdiction. VARSHA D 1000 65
40U-1000
It is recommended to carry out weekly physical
inspection of the monitor. The inspection should verify VARSHA C 500 46
that no damage has taken place to any component and HF40U-500
the monitor is ready for use. VARSHA C 750 54
Carry out functional test every month for the flow, HF40U-750
regular rotation in horizontal and vertical plane for the
entire operating range to observe any leakage. * The s tra ight s trea m jet rea ch is a t 1 0 0 P SI M onitor
Periodic proper greasing through grease nipple inlet p res s ure.
provided on bearing, worm wheel and worm shaft TYPE - D is Non Self-Inducting, non self Aspirating
must be ensured. Use water resistant low friction nozzle used for premix solution.
synthetic grease. Lubrication is required for smooth
operation. TYPE - C is Self-Inducting, non self Aspirating nozzle
used with listed foam, AFFF3%.
Each monitor must be operated with full flow in
accordance to the guidelines of the organisation
having local jurisdiction. NOTE:

The owner is responsible for maintaining the equipment (i) Refer UL Listing for foam concentrate
in proper operating condition. specifications.
(ii) Performance data are for reach based at =30
CAUTION nozzle elevation in still air condition.
A trained personnel for fire fighting must use (iii) For details refer the nozzle catalogue.
the monitor. Appropriate guidance & training must be
(iv) Flow and reach data are with HD VAJRA 331
given to reduce the risk or injury.
Monitor, with nozzle and monitor inlet pressure.
The nozzle must be fixed to the monitor carefully.
The piping must be able to with stand the horizontal
reaction force. Serious injury to personnel and
equipment can result from improper installation.
When installing monitor it is critical that flange bolts
be tightened uniformly to prevent cocking of the
monitor relative to the flange or valve.
Before flowing water from monitor, check that all
personnel are out of stream path and stream
direction will not cause avoidable property damage.

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ELEVATION SIDE VIEW

* Monitor Nozzle also available with pick-up tube.

P ART LIST

SR NO DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

1 BASE FLANGE BRONZE IS:318/ASTM B62

2 LOCK STAINLESS STEEL CF8
3 ELBOW BRONZE IS:318/ASTM B62
4 HANDLE CARBON STEEL
5 OUTLET ELBOW BRONZE IS:318/ASTM B62
6 NOZZLE BRONZE

N ote :

1) Monitor inlet flange standard size 80 NB (3”) or 100NB (4”) to ANSI B16.5, 150#FF.
2) All dimensions in mm and are approximate.
3) For VARSHA HF 40U pickup tube is 3 meters long and Brass Ball Valve is optional.
4) UL Listed with VARSHA 40U Nozzle.
AFFF foam to be used as pre-mix solution for Flow 500, 750 and 1000 GPM at 100 PSI.
5) UL Listed with Self Inducting VARSHA HF40U Nozzle. Flow 500,750 GPM at 100 PSI.
6) Pressure gauge is optional supply.

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VARSHA HF4 0 U

Note :
• Nozzle is self-inducting with pickup tube.
• Foam shut off valve is optional.
• Refer to HD 281 catalogue (VARSHA HF40U) for more information.

P ERFORM ANCE DATA

SET FLOW RATE FOAM PRESSURE ACTUAL FLOW RATE STRAIGHT STREAM
LPM (GPM) CONCENTRATE KG/CM.SQ. (PSI) LPM (GPM) FOAM RANGE
INDUCTION RATE METERS (FEET)
1900 (500) 3% 5.6 (80) 1700 (450) 39.0 (128)
VARSHA HF40U-500 7.0 (100) 1900 (500) 46.0 (151)
8.4 (120) 2081 (550) 47.0 (154)

2850 (750) 3% 5.6 (80) 2550 (673) 48.0 (157)

VARSHA HF40U-500 7.0 (100) 2850 (750) 54.0 (177)
8.4 (120) 3122 (825) 54.5 (179)

PERFORMANCE DATA FOR FOAM STREAM RANGE ARE BASED AT 30 DEG. NOZZLE ELEVATION IN STILL AIR CONDITION.
THE REACH IS FOR FOAM, WHEN USED AS WATER THE WATER REACH WILL INCREASE BY ABOUT 10 to 15%.
THE ABOVE NOZZLE DATA IS WITH HD MONITOR INLET PRESSURE.

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VARSHA 4 0 U

FOR WATER JET ONLY

Note :
• Nozzle is self-inducting without pickup tube.
• For water or premix foam solution.
• Refer to HD 280 catalogue (VARSHA 40U) for more information.

P ERFORM ANCE DATA

SET FLOW RATE PRESSURE ACTUAL FLOW RATE STRAIGHT STREAM WATER
LPM (GPM) KG/CM.SQ. (PSI) LPM (GPM) RANGE IN METERS (FEET)
1900 (500) 5.6 (80) 1700 (450) 57 (187)
VARSHA 40U-500 7.0 (100) 1900 (500) 61 (200)
8.4 (120) 2080 (550) 63 (207)
2850 (750) 5.6 (80) 2550 (674) 61 (200)
VARSHA 40U-750 7.0 (100) 2850 (750) 63 (207)
8.4 (120) 3120 (825) 64 (210)

3785 (1000) 5.6 (80) 3385 (895) 63 (207)

VARSHA 40U-1000 7.0 (100) 3785 (1000) 65 (213)
8.4 (120) 4150 (1095) 66 (216)

PERFORMANCE DATA IS BASED AT 30 DEG. NOZZLE ELEVATION IN STILL AIR CONDITION AND WITH HD MONITOR.
THE JET STREAM IS NOT IN OSCILLATING CONDITION. FOAM STREAM JET REACH WITH PREMIX WATER FOAM
SOLUTION SHALL BE SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER THAN WATER JET REACH. THE ABOVE NOZZLE DATA IS WITH HD
MONITOR INLET PRESSURE.

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FRICTION LOSS THROUGH MONITOR

18

16
PRESSURE LOSS IN PSI

14

12

10

2
0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200

FLOW RATE GPM

LIMITED W ARRAN TY

HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD. hereby referred to as HD FIRE warrants to the original purchaser of the fire protection products manufactured by HD FIRE and to any other person
to whom such equipment is transferred, that such products will be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal use and care, for two (2) years from the date of
shipment by HD FIRE. Products or Components supplied or used by HD FIRE, but manufactured by others, are warranted only to the extent of the manufacturer’s warranty.
No warranty is given for product or components which have been subject to misuse, improper installation, corrosion, unauthorized repair, alteration or un-maintained.
HD FIRE shall not be responsible for system design errors or improper installation or inaccurate or incomplete information supplied by buyer or buyer’s representatives.
HD FIRE will repair or replace defective material free of charge, which is returned to our factory, transportation charge prepaid, provided after our inspection the material is
found to have been defective at the time of initial shipment from our works. HD FIRE shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential loss, damage or expense arising directly
or indirectly from the use of the product including damages for injury to person, damages to property and penalties resulting from any products and components manufactured
by HD FIRE. HD FIRE shall not be liable for any damages or labour charges or expense in making repair or adjustment to the product. HD FIRE shall not be liable for any
damages or charges sustained in the adaptation or use of its engineering data & services. In no event shall HD Fire’s product liability exceed an amount equal to the sale price.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties and representation whether expressed, implied, oral or written, including but not limited
to, any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All such other warranties and representations are hereby cancelled.

NOTICE :
The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest publication standards of NFPA or other similar organisations and also with the
provision of government codes or ordinances wherever applicable.
The information provided by us is to the best of our knowledge and belief, and consist of general guidelines only. Site handling and installation control is not in our scope.
Hence we give no guarantee for result and take no liability for damages, loss or penalties whatsoever, resulting from our suggestion, information, recommendation or
damages due to our product.
Product development is a continuous programme of HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD. and hence the right to modify any specification without prior notice is reserved with
the company.

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HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD. • TEL: + (91) 22 2158 2600 • FAX: +(91) 22 2158 2602
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FOR MONITOR M ODEL VARSHA 4 0 U HD FIRE PROTECT
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TECHNICAL DATA

NOZZLE MODEL VARSHA 40U-500

VARSHA 40U-750
VARSHA 40U-1000
WATER INLET Swivel female 3”BSP
CONNECTION standard supply,
3” NH optional
MATERIAL OF Bronze with SS internals
CONSTRUCTION
MAXIMUM WORKING 14 Bar (200 PSI)
PRESSURE UL Listed for 12 Bar (175 PSI)
JET & FOG PATTERN 120 degree angle
WEIGHT (Approx) 9.2Kg
APPROVAL UL Listed with VAJRA 331 & must be used on seal and moving parts for smooth
Oscillating Monitor VAJRA 331S operation. The nozzle must be operated periodically
under full flow straight stream and for fog pattern.
ORDERING Specify inlet connection & flow
INFORMATION Under normal condition water must be flown through
the nozzle periodically and dirt around exterior moving
DESCRIPTION parts must be cleaned, allowing nozzle to operate
properly.
VARSHA 40U, is fixed gallonage master stream
nozzle, designed for heavy-duty use on fixed monitors. The nozzle must be inspected prior to and after
The nozzle is factory set of flow 500, 750 or 1000 each use. Greasing the moving parts and ‘O’ ring is
GPM. The flow can also be changed in the field by required periodically. Over a time the seals may need
replacing plunger or addition of spacer. The flow pattern to be replaced.
is easily changeable under flowing condition. Excellent The owner is responsible for maintenance of the
for AFFF application when used with premixed water- nozzle in proper operating condition.
foam solution.
After use with foam, nozzle to be flushed with fresh
The straight stream from maximum reach can be easily water.
changed to wide fog pattern under flow condition by If nozzle is used with salt water, sea water or very
rotation of the nozzle pattern adjustment sleeve. hard water, then flush it with fresh water after use to
The performance data shown in this catalogue is avoid any salt deposition on the surface.
effective stream trajectory in stand still air condition.
The maximum overall reach of last water drop is CAUTION
approximately 3-5% more than the effective stream
A trained personnel for fire fighting, with appropriate
performance data given. The jet stream may get
guidance & training must use the product to reduce
effected considerably with tail or head wind.
the risk or injury. The nozzle must be fixed to the
MAINTENANCE monitor carefully. The mismatched or damaged
threads may cause leakage or uncouple the nozzle
The nozzle must be inspected regularly for possible during operation.
damage or dirt around the moving parts. If any
abnormal conditions are observed such as poor Application of water or foam on an electric appliance
discharge, excessive wear, water leak, corrosion can cause serious injury by electrocution, as water is
effect, damage etc., then nozzle must be taken out a conductor of electricity.
of service and repaired by qualified technician or The water supply to the nozzle must be gradual.
replaced. Sudden surge of water supply must be avoided. The
The debris trapped in the nozzle may effect the nozzle monitor mounting must be supported properly to
performance. To remove trapped debris, the water flow support the nozzle reaction force.
must be stopped and thereafter, carefully unscrew NOTE:
and remove the nozzle deflector. Clean the nozzle and The Nozzle is UL-Listed with HD Monitor VAJRA 331
reassemble. While re-assembling the nozzle or as a and Oscillating Monitor VAJRA 331-S, for premixed
normal preventive maintenance, water proof lubricant water foam solution, non-inducting Foam Nozzle.

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FOR WATER JET ONLY

P ERFORM ANCE DATA

SET FLOW RATE PRESSURE ACTUAL FLOW RATE STRAIGHT STREAM WATER
LPM (GPM) KG/CM.SQ. (PSI) LPM (GPM) RANGE IN METERS (FEET)
1900 (500) 5.6 (80) 1700 (450) 57 (187)
7.0 (100) 1900 (500) 61 (200)
8.4 (120) 2080 (550) 63 (207)
2850 (750) 5.6 (80) 2550 (674) 61 (200)
7.0 (100) 2850 (750) 63 (207)
8.4 (120) 3120 (825) 64 (210)
3785 (1000) 5.6 (80) 3385 (895) 63 (207)
7.0 (100) 3785 (1000) 65 (213)
8.4 (120) 4150 (1095) 66 (216)

PERFORMANCE DATA IS BASED AT 30 DEG. NOZZLE ELEVATION IN STILL AIR CONDITION AND WITH HD MONITOR. THE JET
STREAM IS NOT IN OSCILLATING CONDITION. FOAM STREAM JET REACH WITH PREMIX WATER FOAM SOLUTION SHALL
BE SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER THAN WATER JET REACH. THE ABOVE NOZZLE DATA IS WITH HD MONITOR INLET PRESSURE.

LIMITED W ARRAN TY

HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD. hereby referred to as HD FIRE warrants to the original purchaser of the fire protection products manufactured by HD FIRE and to any other person
to whom such equipment is transferred, that such products will be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal use and care, for two (2) years from the date of
shipment by HD FIRE. Products or Components supplied or used by HD FIRE, but manufactured by others, are warranted only to the extent of the manufacturer’s warranty.
No warranty is given for product or components which have been subject to misuse, improper installation, corrosion, unauthorized repair, alteration or un-maintained.
HD FIRE shall not be responsible for system design errors or improper installation or inaccurate or incomplete information supplied by buyer or buyer’s representatives.
HD FIRE will repair or replace defective material free of charge, which is returned to our factory, transportation charge prepaid, provided after our inspection the material is
found to have been defective at the time of initial shipment from our works. HD FIRE shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential loss, damage or expense arising directly
or indirectly from the use of the product including damages for injury to person, damages to property and penalties resulting from any products and components manufactured
by HD FIRE. HD FIRE shall not be liable for any damages or labour charges or expense in making repair or adjustment to the product. HD FIRE shall not be liable for any
damages or charges sustained in the adaptation or use of its engineering data & services. In no event shall HD Fire’s product liability exceed an amount equal to the sale price.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties and representation whether expressed, implied, oral or written, including but not limited
to, any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All such other warranties and representations are hereby cancelled.

NOTICE :
The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest publication standards of NFPA or other similar organisations and also with the
provision of government codes or ordinances wherever applicable.
The information provided by us is to the best of our knowledge and belief, and consist of general guidelines only. Site handling and installation control is not in our scope.
Hence we give no guarantee for result and take no liability for damages, loss or penalties whatsoever, resulting from our suggestion, information, recommendation or
damages due to our product.
Product development is a continuous programme of HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD. and hence the right to modify any specification without prior notice is reserved with
the company.

D-6/2, ROAD NO. 34, WAGLE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, THANE 400 604, INDIA.
HD FIRE PROTECT PVT. LTD. • TEL: + (91) 22 2158 2600 • FAX: +(91) 22 2158 2602
Protecting What Matters Most to You • EMAIL: [email protected] • WEB: www.hdfire.com

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