E.
OPERATION.
SAFETY MESSAGE TO OPERATORS OF
FEDERAL SIGNAL ELECTRONIC SIRENS
AND LIGHT/SOUND SYSTEMS
WARNING
The lives of people depend on your safe operation of Federal
products. It is important to read and follow all instructions
shipped with the products. In addition, listed below are some
other important safety instructions and precautions you should
follow:
Qualifications
•
To properly use an electronic siren and speaker(s): you must have
a good understanding of general vehicle operation, a high
proficiency in the use of safety warning equipment, and thorough
knowledge of state and federal UNIFORM TRAFFIC CODES.
Sound Hazards
•
Your hearing and the hearing of others, in or close to your
emergency vehicle, could be damaged by loud sounds. This can
occur from short exposures to very loud sounds, or from longer
exposures to moderately loud sounds. For hearing conservation
guidance, refer to federal, state, or local recommendations. OSHA
Standard 1910.95 offers guidance on “Permissible Noise
Exposure.”
•
All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds (120 dB) that
may cause permanent hearing loss. Always minimize your
exposure to siren sound, roll up your windows and wear hearing
protection. Do not sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas
where you and others will be exposed to the sound. Only use the
siren for emergency response situations.
Sound Limitations
•
Before using the vehicle, check to see if the siren speakers are
concealed from view. If the siren speaker is not in clear view on
the front of the vehicle, use extra caution when operating the
vehicle. A concealed siren speaker installation is less effective at
warning others.
•
Maximum sound output will be severely reduced if any objects
are in front of the speaker. If your installation has obstructions in
front of the speaker, drive even more cautiously.
•
Frequently inspect the speaker to ensure that it is clear of any
obstruction, such as mud or snow, which will reduce maximum
sound output.
Signaling Limitations
•
Be aware that the use of your visual and audible signaling
devices does not give you the right to force your way through
traffic. Your emergency lights, siren, and actions are REQUEST-
ING the right-of-way.
•
Although your warning system is operating properly, it may not
alert everyone. People may not hear, see, or heed your warning
signal. You must recognize this fact and continue driving
cautiously.
•
Situations may occur which obstruct your warning signal when
natural or man-made objects are between your vehicle and
others. This can also occur when you raise your hood or trunk lid.
If these situations occur, be especially careful.
Driving Limitations
•
At the start of your shift, you should ensure that the light/sound
system is securely attached to the vehicle and operating properly.
•
If the unique combination of emergency vehicle equipment
installed in your vehicle has resulted in the siren controls being
installed in a position that does not allow you to operate them by
touch only, OPERATE CONTROLS ONLY WHILE YOUR
VEHICLE IS STOPPED.
•
If driving conditions require your full attention, you should avoid
operating the siren controls while the vehicle is in motion.
Continuing Education
•
File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them
periodically. Give a copy of these instructions to new recruits and
trainees.
Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in property
damage, serious injury, or death to you, to passengers, or to others.
Refer to the instructions packed with the electronic siren for operation.
F.
SERVICE.
SAFETY MESSAGE TO PERSONNEL SERVICING FEDERAL SIGNAL
SIREN SPEAKERS
WARNING
The lives of people depend on your proper servicing of Federal
products. It is important to read and follow all instructions
shipped with the products. In addition, listed below are some
other safety instructions and precautions you should follow:
•
Read and understand all instructions in this manual before
servicing the electronic siren or speaker.
•
To properly service an electronic siren or speaker: you must have
a good understanding of automotive electrical procedures and
systems, along with proficiency in the installation and service of
safety warning equipment. Always refer to the vehicle's service
manuals when performing service on a vehicle.
•
Electronic circuit and speaker repairs must be performed by a
qualified and competent electronic technician.
•
Your hearing and the hearing of others, in or close to your
emergency vehicle, could be damaged by loud sounds. This can
occur from short exposures to very loud sounds, or from longer
exposures to moderately loud sounds. For hearing conservation
guidance, refer to federal, state, or local recommendations. OSHA
Standard 1910.95 offers guidance on “Permissible Noise
Exposure.”
•
All effective sirens and horns produce loud sounds (120 dB) that
may cause permanent hearing loss. Always minimize your
exposure to siren sound and wear hearing protection. Do not
sound the siren indoors or in enclosed areas where you and others
will be exposed to the sound.
•
DO NOT connect this system to the positive terminal of the
battery until servicing is complete, and you have verified that
there are no short circuits to ground.
•
In order for the electronic siren to function properly, the ground
connection must be made to the NEGATIVE battery terminal.
•
After repair, test the electronic siren and speaker system to
ensure that it is operating properly.
•
Federal Signal siren amplifiers and speakers are designed to
work together as a system. Combining a siren and speaker from
different manufacturers may reduce the warning effectiveness of
the siren system and may damage the components. You should
verify or test your combination to make sure the system works
together properly and meets both federal, state and local
standards or guidelines.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in
property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others.
Opening the unit will void the warranty. This speaker has no field
serviceable parts. The factory can and will service your speaker. If you are
experiencing problems with the speaker, send it to:
Service Department
Federal Signal Corporation
2645 Federal Signal Drive
University Park, IL 60466
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