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Chapter 4: Installing the SignalMaster (Option)

The SignalMaster option includes a control head with a cable that has five 22 AWG leads and one 
18 AWG jumper wire. If additional wire length is need, splice wire of the same gauge or heavier 
to the leads.

Assembling and Mounting the Control Head

AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
Do not install equipment or route wiring in the deployment path of an airbag.
Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the airbag, damage the 
airbag or potentially dislodge the equipment, causing serious injury to you or others.

To assemble the control head:

1.  Assemble the control head as shown in Figure 4.1. The switches must be installed as shown 

for the control head to operate properly. Two installer-supplied sheet-metal screws are re-
quired for mounting the control head.

OFF

ON

HAZARD

FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION

290A5308-01

SWITCH

BRACKET

22 AWG CHASSIS

GROUND LEAD FROM 

SIGNALMASTER

SWITCH

ON/OFF/ON

SWITCH ON/OFF

RED

NOTE: 

GOLD

(NO. 3)

TERMINAL

ON TOP

DECAL

Figure 4.1: SignalMaster control head

NOTE: When selecting a mounting location for the control head, it is necessary to keep in mind 
the SignalMaster cable length. Plan wiring and cable routing before installation. 

1.  Select a mounting location for the control head that allows the vehicle and controls to be 

operated safely at all times.

Summary of Contents for JetSolaris JLX Series

Page 1: ...Installation and Service Manual 2562335D REV D 1112 Printed in U S A LED JetSolaris Lightbar with ROC Technology JLX 48 54 60 and 72 Series TM...

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Page 3: ...erating in Dim Mode 19 Chapter 4 Installing the SignalMaster Option 20 Assembling and Mounting the Control Head 20 Wiring the Control Head 21 Operating the Control Head 22 Chapter 5 Servicing the Ligh...

Page 4: ...ter control head 20 Figure 4 2 Connections for SignalMaster control head 22 Figure 5 1 Halogen worklight and takedown replacement types 25 Figure 5 2 Alley lamp replacement PN 8107241 26 Figure 5 3 Ad...

Page 5: ...o the vehicle service manuals when performing equipment installations on a vehicle Light Hazards To be an effective warning device this product produces bright light that can be hazardous to your eyes...

Page 6: ...enna too close to the lighting system could cause the lighting system to malfunction or be damaged by strong radio fields Mounting the antenna too close to the lighting system may also cause the radio...

Page 7: ...he light system controls so the VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be operated safely under all driving conditions After Installation or Service After installation test the light system to ensure that it is ope...

Page 8: ...ng product at a close range or permanent damage to your eyesight may occur It is important that you fully understand how to safely operate this warning system before use You should only operate your v...

Page 9: ...not be used on vehicles with vinyl tops To prevent sliding of light assembly on mounting surface quick acceleration and hard stops should be avoided Failure to follow all safety precautions and instr...

Page 10: ...test pattern The LEDs are available in amber blue red white and green Dome colors are available in amber blue red and clear Halogen worklight options are also available Lightbar Specifications Dimensi...

Page 11: ...emoving or destroying them Before You Begin AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT Locate the controls for the light system so that the vehicle and control can be operated safely under all driving conditions Failure to he...

Page 12: ...us injury to you or others 1 Route the control cable into the vehicle and under the dash near the eventual location of the installer supplied control head Apply sealant to all drilled holes 2 For prop...

Page 13: ...o protect the electrical load the wiring and the connectors in the circuit Failure to follow this notice could result in vehicle or equipment damage 4 Connect the red 10 AWG power lead from the lightb...

Page 14: ...n the next section If the wire is not used for white light cutoff other options are takedown lights traffic clearing lights or worklights Brown Driver side brake turn or alley lights Brown White Passe...

Page 15: ...lash patterns for both Primary and Secondary Mode during the installation of the lightbar There are two methods of selecting a flash pattern for Primary and Secondary Mode One method enables you to di...

Page 16: ...ange wire 4 To select a pattern allow it to run for at least 15 seconds to save it in memory Programming with the PROGRAM Pushbutton The S1 PROGRAM pushbutton is on the underside of the passenger side...

Page 17: ...our eyesight when viewed at a close range Do not stare directly into this lighting product at a close range or permanent damage to your eyesight may occur 4 Press the S1 PROGRAM button on the undersid...

Page 18: ...80 Double FPM Pattern 16 Wraparound Inside to Outside Pattern 17 Wraparound Inside to Outside to Inside Followed by Wig Wag Alt Flash Pattern 18 Wig Wag Driver Side Front Alt with Passenger Side Front...

Page 19: ...Pattern 40 Test Pattern Rotate Entire Lightbar 750 mS Per Head Denotes that the pattern is SAE compliant Operating in Dim Mode Dim Mode which dims the flashing lights is available in Mode 2 To enable...

Page 20: ...assemble the control head 1 Assemble the control head as shown in Figure 4 1 The switches must be installed as shown for the control head to operate properly Two installer supplied sheet metal screws...

Page 21: ...s can cause hazardous sparks resulting in electrical fires and molten metal Verify that no short circuits exist before connecting to the positive battery terminal HIGH CURRENT ARCING Do not connect th...

Page 22: ...ut directional pattern White Left arrow directional pattern Black Right arrow directional pattern White Green Not used Operating the Control Head The control head has a power switch and a rocker switc...

Page 23: ...l cause crazing such as strong detergents solvents or petroleum products If crazing of domes does occur the reliability of light for emergency signaling purposes may be reduced until domes are replace...

Page 24: ...ailure to follow this caution may result in personal injury LAMP WATTAGE This device is designed to use a halogen lamp of 50 watts only Use of a lamp of more than 50 watts can result in damage to the...

Page 25: ...usion along with any additional domes to access the PCB containing the lamp 4 Replace the lamp If the lamp is P N 810A119 Figure 5 1 left Twist the lamp counterclockwise to unlock it then pull it out...

Page 26: ...over d Use a 1 16 hex key to remove the lamp s retaining screws and clamps Figure 5 2 below 3 Replace the lamp a Slide the lamp and socket from the housing just far enough to grasp the socket You may...

Page 27: ...ust the horizontal or vertical aim of the lamp Figure 5 3 below a Horizontal adjustment Loosen the lock nut with a 3 8 wrench while holding the adjusting screw with a small screwdriver Aim the lamp th...

Page 28: ...plate Figure 3 1 on page 16 3 Slide the end dome off the aluminum extrusion STATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE The PCBs can be damaged by an electrostatic discharge ESD Follow anti static procedures while servic...

Page 29: ...nect the ground wire to the aluminum extrusion with the 5 16 nut 4 Secure the end board to the end bracket with the eight 1 4 hex head screws 5 Slide the end dome onto the aluminum extrusion 6 Secure...

Page 30: ...next to their connectors 6 Disconnect wires and harnesses from the control board and remove it from the lightbar 7 Remove the six 6 Phillips screws securing the control board to the end bracket 8 Remo...

Page 31: ...ESD Follow anti static procedures while servicing the PCB 1 Disconnect power to the lightbar 2 Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the two 1 4 20 screws that secure the passenger side end dome to t...

Page 32: ...e end dome to the aluminum extrusion and remove the nameplate Figure 3 1 on page 14 3 Slide the dome off the aluminum extrusion 4 Slide domes off the lightbar to expose the appropriate center board 5...

Page 33: ...distributor or Mobile Systems Customer Support Federal Signal Corporation Phone 1 800 264 3578 Returning a Product to Federal Signal Before returning a product to Federal Signal call 800 264 3578 800...

Page 34: ...d equipment Send all material with the issued RMA Number to Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60484 3167 Attn Service Department RMA __________ 2012 Federal Signa...

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