2561106C
REV. C 1002
Printed in U.S.A.
INSTRUCTION SHEET
FOR
SIGNALMASTER™ LIGHT ASSEMBLIES
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS
People’s lives depend on your safe installation of
our products. It is important to read, understand and
follow all instructions shipped with the products. In
addition, listed below are some other important
safety instructions and precautions you should
follow:
I.
GENERAL.
Federal SignalMaster™ light assemblies are
economical, low wattage, directional light assemblies
that are designed for use in a flashing mode. Lens
colors available are: amber (standard), red, blue, and
clear.
WARNING
•
To properly install this light: you must
have a good understanding of automotive
electrical procedures and systems, along
with proficiency in the installation and
use of safety warning equipment.
These lights are intended for secondary
warning only. They are not intended for use
as a primary warning system.
II. INSTALLATION.
•
•
When drilling into a vehicle structure, be
sure that both sides of the surface are
clear of anything that could be damaged.
In order for the light to function properly,
a separate ground connection must be
made. If practical, it should be connected
to the negative battery terminal. At a
minimum, it may be attached to a solid
metal body or chassis part that will
provide an effective ground path as long
as the light system is to be used.
•
Locate light control so the VEHICLE and
CONTROL can be operated safely under
all driving conditions.
•
Do not attempt to activate or deactivate
light control while driving in a hazardous
situation.
•
You should frequently inspect the light to
ensure that it is operating properly and
that it is securely attached to the vehicle.
•
File these instructions in a safe place and
refer to them when maintaining and/or
reinstalling the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and
instructions may result in property damage, serious
injury, or death to you or others.
A. SignalMaster Light Assemblies.
Install the light assembly as described in the
mounting kit instructions, and route the cable near
the eventual location of the control unit.
CAUTION
Install the control unit in an adequately
ventilated area. Never install near heater
ducts.
WARNING
Do not connect more than one, 6 or 8
head, halogen SignalMaster assembly to
a SignalMaster controller or the
SignalMaster outputs of a SmartSiren.
Electrical fire or damage to the controller or siren will result.
B. Control Unit.
NOTE
Before selecting a mounting location for the
control unit, it is necessary to plan wiring and
cable routing.
Install the control unit and complete the
wiring as described in the control unit instructions.
III. MAINTENANCE.
A. General.
WARNING
Crazing (cracking) of lenses will cause reduced effectiveness of the light. Do not use
cleaning agents (which will cause crazing)
such as strong detergents, solvents, or petroleum products. If crazing of lenses does occur,
reliability of light for emergency signalling
purposes may be reduced until lenses are
replaced.
Figure 1.
CAUTION
Service life of lamp will be shortened if glass
is touched. If glass has been handled, clean
with a grease solvent.
Ordinary cleaning of the plastic lenses can be
accomplished by using mild soap and a soft rag.
Should fine scratches or a haze appear on a lens, they
can ordinarily be removed with a non-abrasive, high
quality, one-step, automotive paste cleaner/wax and
a soft cloth.
2. Remove the defective lamp by carefully
pulling it out of the socket. Install a new lamp by
aligning the pins on the lamp base with the holes in
the socket, and carefully pushing the lamp into the
socket.
3. Replace the lens using the previously
removed screws.
B. Lamp Replacement.
WARNING
IV. REPLACEMENT PARTS.
A serious injury may result if lamp is touched
when hot. Always allow lamp to cool before
removing. Halogen lamps are pressurized and
if broken can result in flying glass. Always
wear gloves and eye protection when handling
the lamps.
CAUTION
Use of higher wattage lamps can result in
damage to the colored lenses.
1. See figure 1. Remove and retain the two
screws which secure the lens. Carefully pull the lens
straight away from the light assembly.
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Description
Part No.
Lens, Clear
Lens, Red
Lens, Amber
Lens, Blue
Lens, Green
Lamp, 27-watt halogen,
G.E. GH-22
Cable Assembly, 18-ft.
Cable Assembly, 33-ft.
Reflector & Terminal Assy.
Reflector & Terminal Assy.
(24V Model only)
Lamp, 20-watt halogen,
24-volt, G-4
8573001
8573001-01
8573001-02
8573001-03
8573001-04
8573007
175789
175789-01
8573180
8573180-01
8573085