OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-01
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-01 – Type 3 Pump and Roll (print only version)
Date: February 8, 2024
Apparatus: Type 3 – 2024 & 2025 International HV507
Subject: Pump-and-Roll
The Type 3 Engines can pump while stationary with the main pump; however, when the main pump is engaged, the engine will not be able to move.
To pump-and-roll, you will need to use the auxiliary pump. A recommended procedure is to engage the tank-to-pump for the auxiliary pump prior to leaving the station or departing for the call. This will save valuable time on scene and allow immediate engagement of the fire as you arrive.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-02
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-02 – Tender Port-a-Tank (print only version)
Date: July 8, 2024
Apparatus: Tactical Tender – 2024 Freightliner M2112
Subject: Port-a-Tank
The side-mounted Port-a-Tanks are very heavy and require a minimum of two (2) personnel to lower and lift the storage tray. Having fewer than two personnel lower or lift the storage tray could result in injury to personnel and/or damage to the apparatus.
There is currently no assist device to minimize the risk. A retrofit is being developed, and OSFM will work with receiving agencies to implement the necessary modifications.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-03
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-03 – Type 3 Pump Overheat (print only version)
Date: 9/25/2024
Apparatus: Type 3 – 2024 & 2025 International HV507
Subject: Auxiliary Pump Overheating
There have been some reports of overheating of the auxiliary pumps in type 3 engines. The following will assist in preventing overheating.
- The Type 3 has a pump cooling valve that will help cool the main pump and the auxiliary pump.
- The radiator on the auxiliary pump needs to be kept clean for proper cooling. Per the owner’s manual, if the radiator fins are filled with dirt or debris, then the radiator needs cleaned.
- If a pump overheat warning is displayed but the pump is not overheating, this is a Kubota issue. Please complete a Warranty form on the OSFM Engine Program Website and OSFM will have General Fire streamline this process.
To help prevent the auxiliary pump from overheating on a Type 3, please follow the steps below.
- The tank to pump valves need to be open.
- The additional cooling valves that were added are to help cool the pump. While the pump is in operation, the pump cooling valves should be open. Keep cooling valves closed when not pumping.
- Please remember that a Waterous Pump overheat indicator was added to the pump panel. The Waterous and air clearance dimensions are designed properly, with an opening to the top, along with the side door having hole cut outs.
Here is the link for the referenced webpage:
OSFM Engine Program
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-04
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-04 – Tender Deck Gun Access (print only version)
Date: 9/12/2024
Apparatus: Tactical Tender – 2024 Freightliner M2112
Subject: Deck Gun/Deluge Access
The Tactical Tender has a designated rear ladder and access path to safely access the upper deck gun area.
Rosenbauer identified the NFPA route as the steps/stairs in the back of the tactical tender.
Use three points of contact and handrails while climbing the rear steps/stairs leading to the designated access located in the middle of the hose bed area.
The designated access is to be kept clear to allow for safe access to the deck gun.
The hose bed cover will need to be pulled back to allow for a safe walking surface.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-05
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-05 – Type 3 & Tender Direct Tank Fill (print only version)
Date: October 1, 2024
Apparatus:
Type 3 – 2024 & 2025 International HV507 and
Tactical Tender – 2024 Freightliner M2112
Subject: Direct Tank Fill
During the apparatus deliveries, the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Engine Program staff have and will continue to explain the proper PSI to use when filling your water tank. OSFM also added a caution decal next to the tank rear inlet to not exceed the maximum inlet pressure of 100 PSI at the tank inlet fitting.
The Poly-Tank operation and maintenance instructions, specifically explaining not to exceed the maximum inlet pressure of 100 PSI at the tank inlet fitting, can be found on the manufacturer’s website here:
Poly-Tank Operation and Maintenance Instructions (PDF)
Following the operation and maintenance instructions will avoid unwanted damage to the tank along with not voiding the tank warranty.
Please share these instructions with personnel operating the OSFM Engine Program type 3 and tactical tenders.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-06
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-06 – Tender Rear Suspension (print only version)
Date: 11/25/24
Apparatus: Tactical Tender – 2024 Freightliner M2112
Subject: Rear Suspension
Freightliner provided OSFM with a service bulletin for the tender’s that have detected an audible popping or knocking noise coming from the rear suspension when turning the vehicle.
If you hear this popping sound on your tender, please complete a warranty form on the OSFM Engine Program Website. OSFM will work with General Fire to streamline the process on how to properly move forward with this warranty request.
Please see the service bulletin from Freightliner below for further information.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #24-07
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 24-07 – Damage to Apparatus (print only version)
Date: 10/11/24
Apparatus: All OSFM Owned Apparatus
Subject: Damage to Apparatus
Oregon State Fire Marshal is in the process of creating and posting Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) on the OSFM Engine Program Website. One of the SOG’s we plan to cover is Damage to Apparatus. Listed below is some draft language to help with this process until the SOG is finalized.
The Damage to Apparatus SOG will be adopted to provide a standard for damage that occurs to Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) owned apparatus. The SOG will apply to all Engine Program recipients that coordinate damage that occurs to an OSFM owned apparatus.
Each OSFM owned apparatus shall have a Crash Report Packet in the apparatus (Crash packet is located in the black binder and on the website). If an apparatus is involved in a crash, this packet contains all the documents you will need. Start with the instruction on the “State Vehicle Crash Checklist". It will help make sure you collect all needed information, contact appropriate parties, and ensure you complete all necessary actions during and after a vehicle crash. Please print replacement copies (found on the OSFM Engine Program web page).
After damage takes place, the Engine Program recipient will complete a memo and crash packet found in the apparatus and/or on the Engine Program web page. The completed packet shall be emailed to engineprogram@osfm.oregon.gov as soon as possible or within 72 hours. The crash packet will include a checklist, vehicle crash sheet, and witness card.
Liability and responsibility for the damage or repair is defined in the Engine Program Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) and will be considered after the reporting process is complete. OSFM may request further information depending on the type of damage.
OSFM plans to notify all recipient agencies once the SOG’s are finalized.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN # 25-01
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 25-01 – Maintenance Schedule (print only version)
Date: 1/21/25
Apparatus:
Type 3 - 2024 & 2025 International HV507
Type 6 - 2023 Ford F550
Tactical Tender - 2024 Freightliner M2112
Subject: Maintenance Schedule
Recipient Agencies shall properly maintain the OSFM owned apparatus per manufacturer recommended maintenance schedules. Each type of apparatus (Type 3, Type 6, Tactical Tender) has a specific maintenance schedule. The schedule for each apparatus is included below and can also be found on the OSFM Engine Program website. The maintenance schedules provide recipient agencies with the recommended level of preventative maintenance.
Please complete a Maintenance and Reimbursement request form anytime maintenance is performed on an OSFM-owned apparatus. The Maintenance and Reimbursement form can be found and completed on the OSFM Engine Program website.
There is a Maintenance Schedule for each type of apparatus that is tracked in Fleetio (Fleet Maintenance Management Software). Fleetio will also be used to produce reports that will be shared with recipient agencies when their apparatus is overdue or due soon for maintenance.
OSFM Engine Program
Type 3 Maintenance Schedule
| Interval |
Inspection / Service Items |
| Every 3 month(s) or 7,500 miles |
Type 3 - 7,500 Mile or 3 Month Inspection:
• Air Cleaner Restriction Check
• Charge Air Piping Check
• Charge Air Cooler Check
|
| Every 1 Year(s) |
• Pump Test
• Auxiliary Pump Oil & Filter Replacement
• Main Pump Oil & Filter Replacement
|
| Every 1 year(s) or 7,500 miles |
Type 3 - 7,500 Mile or 1 Year Inspection:
• Air Conditioning System Inspect
• Automatic Water Pump Check
• Belt Tensioner Check
• Brake Inspection
• Power Steering System Inspect
|
| Every 18 month(s) or 8,000 miles |
• Engine Oil & Filter Replacement |
| Every 6 month(s) or 15,000 miles |
Type 3 - 15,000 Mile or 6 Month Inspection:
• Battery Check
• Battery Cables and Connection Check
• Radiator Pressure Cap Check
• Crankcase Ventilation
|
| Every 2 year(s) or 15,000 miles |
• Cabin Air Filter Replacement
• Engine Air Filter Replacement
|
| Every 1 year(s) or 30,000 miles |
• Drive Belt Cooling Fan Check |
| Every 50,000 miles |
• Differential Fluid Replacement
• Engine Coolant Drain & Refill
• Transfer Case Fluid Drain & Refill
|
| Every 18 month(s) or 50,000 miles |
• Fuel Filter Replacement |
| Every 2 year(s) or 60,000 miles |
• Coolant System Flush |
| Every 100,000 miles |
• Air Dryer Desiccant Cartridge Replacement
• Transmission Fluid Drain & Refill
|
| Every 2 year(s) or 100,000 miles |
Type 3 - 100,000 Mile or 2 Year Inspection:
• Engine Cleaning
• Vibration Damper Rubber Check
• Vibration Damper Viscous Check
• Air Compressor Discharge Lines Check
|
| Every 150,000 miles |
• Air Intake Connection Clean
• Engine Brake Assembly Adjustment
• Overhead Set Adjustment
|
| Every 200,000 miles |
• Diesel Exhaust Fluid Filter Change
• Diesel Particulate Filter Clean
|
Type 6 Maintenance Schedule
| Interval |
Inspection / Service Items |
| Every 1 year(s) |
• Pump Test
• Auxiliary Pump Oil & Filter Replacement
|
| Every 1 year(s) or 2,500 miles |
• Tire Rotation
• Front Body Mount Springs Inspection
|
| Every 1 year(s) or 5,000 miles |
Engine Oil & Filter Replacement
Type 6 - 5,000 Mile Inspection:
• Rear Body Mount Bolts Inspection
• Steering Idler Arm Inspection
• Suspension Ball Joint Inspect
• Tie Rod Inspect
|
| Every 10,000 miles |
• Vehicle Multi-Point Inspection |
| Every 15,000 miles |
• Fuel Filter Replacement |
| Every 20,000 miles |
• Cabin Air Filter Replacement |
| Every 30,000 miles |
• Engine Air Filter Replacement |
| Every 50,000 miles |
• Diesel Foam Air Filter Replacement |
| Every 150,000 miles |
• Automatic Transmission Filter Replacement
• Engine Drive Belt Replacement
• Front Drive Axle Assembly Drain & Refill
• Rear Drive Axle Assembly Drain & Refill
• Transfer Case Fluid Drain & Refill
• Transmission Fluid Drain & Refill
|
| Every 200,000 miles |
• Engine Coolant Drain & Refill |
Tactical Tender Maintenance Schedule
| Interval |
Inspection / Service Items |
| Every 1 Year(s) |
• Pump Test
• Main Pump Oil & Filter Replacement
|
| Every 8,000 miles |
• Bendix Air Dryer Desiccant Replacement
• Cabin Air Filter Replacement
• Engine Air Filter Replacement
• Engine Oil & Filter Replacement
• Fuel Filter Replacement
Tender M1 Inspection:
• Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Inspect
• Clutch Adjusting
• Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Inspect
• Allison Transmission Breather Check
• Suspension System Inspect
• Suspension System Lubricate
• Tie Rod Lubricate
• Tie Rod Inspect
• Inspect Oil Lubricated Hubs
• Steering Axle Hub Vent Plug Inspection
• Axle Lubricant Level Check
• Axle Breather Check
• Tire Assembly Inspect
• Drive Axle Assembly Inspect
• Drive Axle Lubricate
• Air Brake System Valve Check
• Brake Slack Adjuster Lubrication
• Air Brake Inspection and Leak Test
• Air Brake Automatic Drain Valve Test
• Power Steering Fluid Level Inspect
• Power Steering Gear Lubrication
• Drag Link Inspection
• Door Seal Lubrication
• Air Conditioning System Inspect
• Hood Support Lubrication
|
| Every 16,000 miles |
Tender M2 Inspection:
• Brake Pedal Linkage and Mounting Plate Inspection
• Camshaft Bracket Lubrication
• Exhaust System Inspect
• Air Compressor Inspection
• Radiator Cap Inspect
• Fan Drive Inspecting
|
| Every 32,000 miles |
• HVAC Air Filter Replacing
• Transmission Filter Replacement
Tender M3 Inspection:
• Engine Drive Belt Inspect
• Suspension U-Bolt Torque Check
• Draw Key Nut Torque Check
• Wheel Hub Nut Re-Torque
• Air Brake Inspection and Leak Test
• Drag Link Inspection
|
| Every 64,000 miles |
• Air Cleaner Element Inspecting and Replacing
• Axle Lubricant Changing and Magnetic Plug Cleaning
• Fuel/Water Separator Element Replacing
• Power Steering Fluid Changing
• Radiator Pressure Flushing and Coolant Changing
Tender M4 Inspection:
• Engine Support Fastener Checking
• Alternator, Battery, and Starter Check
• Cabin Air Filter Inspect
• Engine Air Filter Replacement
• Frame Fastener Torque Checking
• Governor D-2A Check
• Mirror Folding Check
|
| Every 128,000 miles |
• Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Changing
• Foot Control Valve Inspection and Lubrication
• Power Steering Filter Changing
|
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #25-02
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 25-02 – Type 6 Foam System (print only version)
Date: 1/8/25
Apparatus: Type 6 – 2023 Ford F550
Subject: Foam System Operation
Skeeter Emergency Vehicles provided the process shown below to properly operate the Scotty Foam System on the Oregon State Fire Marshal Engine Program Type 6 engines.
Scotty Foam System Operation
Pumping with Foam:
- With the motor running and with adequate pump pressure, close the “TANK FILL” valve to not allow foam to enter the water tank.
- Determine the amount of foam needed by calculating off the rear graphic label on the back of the apparatus and turn the Scotty foam valve counterclockwise with each rotation adding a higher concentration of foam into the manifold.
- Open the “FOAM FLUSH” to create a suction and in return the foam will pull into the manifold to emit foam to all discharges.
Foam System Flush Out Procedure
Flushing the foam system out using water:
- Turn your Scotty foam system Valve clockwise until the valve is fully shut without excessively tightening the valve down. (ONLY FINGER TIGHT)
- Open all discharges that were used with foam until the water is completely free of foam concentrate. (If you do not know if a discharge was used with foam, you should clean it out to verify.)
- Keep flushing the system until the discharged water is clear and no bubbles appear.
- Close the “FOAM FLUSH” valve.
OPERATIONS BULLETIN #25-03
OPERATIONS BULLETIN 25-03 – Tender Flywheel Bolts (print only version)
Date: 10/16/2025
Apparatus: Tactical Tender - 2024 Freightliner M2112
Subject: Flywheel Bolt Inspection
OSFM has been informed by I-State Truck Center, of a potential issue with the flywheel bolts on our Freightliner tenders. During the manufacturing process of the tenders, incorrectly sized flywheel bolts may have been installed. While only a small number of failures have occurred, Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has requested that all OSFM tenders be brought in for inspection as a preventive safety measure. This is especially important for emergency response vehicles operating in the field.
Inspection Details:
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Michael Callaghan, Service Manager at I-State Truck Center, will be reaching out to your agency to coordinate inspections.
- If you have questions, or your dealership needs verification, Michael can be contacted directly at:
- Email: Michael.callaghan@istatetruck.com
- Phone: 605-310-9804
- Inspections will be performed by your local Freightliner dealership.
- The process involves checking and torquing flywheel bolts, replacing bolts if necessary, and performing repairs if any damage is found.
- All costs, including inspections and repairs, will be covered by DTNA through the local District Service Manager (DSM).
Next Steps:
- Ensure the inspection is completed as soon as possible after being contacted by I-State Truck Center.
- Once inspection is completed, please complete the following Engine Program Tender Flywheel Acknowledgement Form.
- OSFM will follow up with each agency to monitor inspection status and ensure timely completion.
- This is not a formal recall, but a targeted safety measure to avoid failures in the field.