Federal Signal Corporation ES100 Installing Manual Download Page 2

2    ES100, ES100-DEU, and ES100-UNI 100 Watt Speakers

•  Be sure the siren amplifier and speaker(s) in your installation have compatible wattage 

ratings.

•  In order for the electronic siren to function properly, the ground connection must be made 

to the NEGATIVE battery terminal.

•  Sound output will be severely reduced if any objects are in front of the speaker. If 

maximum sound output is required for your application, you should ensure that the front 
of the speaker is clear of any obstructions.

•  Install the speaker(s) as far forward on the vehicle as possible, in a location that provides 

maximum signaling effectiveness while minimizing the sound reaching the vehicle’s 
occupants. Refer to the National Institute of Justice Guide 500-00 for further information.

•  Mounting the speakers behind the grille will reduce the sound output and warning 

effectiveness of the siren system. Before mounting speakers behind the grille, make 
sure the vehicle operators are trained and understand that this type of installation is less 
effective for warning others.

•  Sound propagation and warning effectiveness will be severely reduced if the speaker is 

not facing forward. Carefully follow the installation instructions and always install the 
speaker with the projector facing forward.

•  DO NOT install the speaker(s) or route the speaker wires where they may interfere with 

the operation of airbag sensors.

•  Installation of two speakers requires that you wire the speakers in phase.

•  Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment, which connects to the vehicle wiring, 

without reviewing a vehicle wiring diagram, which is available from the vehicle 
manufacturer. Insure that your installation will not affect vehicle operation and safety 
functions or circuits. Always check vehicle for proper operation after installation.

•  DO NOT install equipment or route wiring or cord in the deployment path of an airbag.

•  Locate the control head so the vehicle, controls, and microphone can be operated safely.

•  When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both sides of the surface are clear of 

anything that could be damaged.

After Installation

•  After installation, test the siren system and light system to ensure that it is operating 

properly.

•  Test all vehicle functions, including horn operation, vehicle safety functions and vehicle 

light systems, to ensure proper operation. Ensure that installation has not affected vehicle 
operation or changed any vehicle safety function or circuit.

•  After testing is complete, provide a copy of these instructions to the instructional staff and 

all operating personnel.

•  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. 

Summary of Contents for ES100

Page 1: ...nent 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 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 ...

Page 2: ...he speaker wires where they may interfere with the operation of airbag sensors Installation of two speakers requires that you wire the speakers in phase Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment which connects to the vehicle wiring without reviewing a vehicle wiring diagram which is available from the vehicle manufacturer Insure that your installation will not affect vehicle operation and saf...

Page 3: ...ly in the direction intended to warn DRILLING PRECAUTIONS Before drilling holes check the area into which you plan to drill to ensure you do not damage vehicle components while drilling All drilled holes should be deburred and all sharp edges should be smoothed All wires going through drilled holes should be protected by a grommet or convolute split loom tubing Select an appropriate mounting locat...

Page 4: ...r details ES100 DEU Deutsch connector Connect the Deutsch connector from the speaker Figure 1 ES100 DEU to the Deutsch connector from the electronic siren so that pin positions 1 and 2 of the connectors match The numbers of the pin positions are on the side of the connector housings ES100 UNI Delphi connector Connect the Delphi connector from the speaker Figure 1 ES100 UNI to the electronic siren ...

Page 5: ...ur 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...

Page 6: ...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 For operation instructions refer to the instructions included with the electronic siren Ordering Repl...

Page 7: ...ned Drop ship information as needed Any estimate required When you receive your RMA Number Write the RMA number on the outside of the box of returned items Reference the RMA number on your paperwork inside of the box Write the RMA number down so that you can easily check on status of the returned equipment Send all material with the issued RMA Number to Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Sign...

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