INSTRUCTION SHEET FOR FEDERAL MODELS FB2PST AND FB2PST-I (12-24VDC,
24VDC, 120VAC AND 230-240VAC)
I. INSTALLATION.
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS
NOTE
Installation, maintenance and disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance with
national codes and standards.
It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a
trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with and will follow all applicable national and local
codes in the country of use.
This device should be considered a part of the warning system and not the entire warning system.
The selection of the mounting location for the device, its controls and the routing of the wiring is to
be accomplished under the direction of the facilities engineer and the safety engineer. In addition,
listed below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:
• Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this equipment.
• Do not connect this light to the system when power is on.
• After installation, ensure that all set screws are properly tightened.
• After installation, test the light system to ensure that it is operating properly.
• After testing is complete, provide a copy of this instruction sheet to all operating personnel.
• Establish a procedure to routinely check the light installation for integrity and proper operation.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious
injury, or death to you or others.
A. General.
The Model FB2PST is available for 12-24Vdc, 120Vac, 50/60 Hz and 230-240Vac, 50/60 Hz.
Model FB2PST-I is only available for 24Vdc.
B. Unpacking.
After unpacking the unit, examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If the
equipment has been damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it, file a claim immediately
with the carrier stating the extent of the damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping
labels and tags before removing or destroying them.
C. Model FB2PST and FB2PST-I.
The Model FB2PST strobe lights are designed for mounting on a flat horizontal or vertical
surface or on a 1/2" NPT threaded pipe. Mounting on a vertical surface with the lens
positioned upward can be accomplished using a separately purchased Federal Signal wall
(Model LWMB2) or corner (Model LCMB2) mounting bracket.
1. Pipe Mounting
The Model FB2PST can be mounted on 1/2 inch pipe. Mounting hardware and installation
details are left to the installer.
NOTE
To prevent the connection from loosening, tighten the fixture to a MINIMUM torque of 5 ft.-lbs.
(6.8N m) after threading it onto the pipe.
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