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Installing the Latitude

SignalMaster

 Models SL6S and SL8S

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Latitude

 and SignalMaster

 Models SL6S and SL8S 

Federal Signal

 www.fedsig.com

Mounting the Control Head

NOTE: When selecting a mounting location for the control head, keep the cable length of the SignalMaster in 

mind. Plan wiring and cable routing before installation.
To mount the control head:
1.  Assemble the control head as shown in Figure 2. For proper operation of the unit, the switches must be 

installed as shown.

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

at all times.

3.  Use the control head as a template and scribe two drill position marks at the selected mounting location.
4.  Drill two holes at the scribed position marks.
5.  Secure the control head to the mounting surface with two user-supplied sheet-metal screws.

Figure 2 Electrical connections for control head

Wiring Power Connections to the Control Head

WIRING PRECAUTION: When installing a split SignalMaster system, ensure that the assembly on the 

left rear side of the vehicle only signals left. Do not connect the white wire to the left rear-mounted 

SignalMaster. The split SignalMaster on the right should only signal right. Do not connect the green 

wire to the right rear-mounted SignalMaster. Failure to heed this warning may cause a vehicle 

accident, resulting in serious injury or death.

HIGH CURRENT ARCING: Do not connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical 

connections are made, mounting of all components is finished, and you have verified that no shorts 

exist. High current conductors can cause hazardous sparks or burning wire, resulting in electrical 

fires.

Summary of Contents for Latitude SignalMaster SL6S

Page 1: ...xplosion that could result in vehicle damage and serious injury 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 provides an effective ground path Do not install equipment or route wiring or a plug in cord in the deployment path...

Page 2: ...r control that allows users to easily install and operate built in directional signals of left right and center out In addition to the three built in directional signals an additional warning mode can be activated by applying 12 Vdc simultaneously to the Red White and Green wires and GND to the Black wire A 75 FPM pattern is the only available pattern To activate the mode an additional installer s...

Page 3: ...TION When installing the Latitude on the exterior of a vehicle ensure that it is mounted with the bottom channel facing down Figure 1 Failure to follow this precaution may cause water to enter the light bar and damage the circuitry To mount the light bar 1 Determine which side of the light bar to secure to the mounting surface From a horizontal orientation the bottom and rear surfaces of the light...

Page 4: ...d position marks 5 Secure the control head to the mounting surface with two user supplied sheet metal screws Figure 2 Electrical connections for control head Wiring Power Connections to the Control Head WIRING PRECAUTION When installing a split SignalMaster system ensure that the assembly on the left rear side of the vehicle only signals left Do not connect the white wire to the left rear mounted ...

Page 5: ...cation of the control head 4 Crimp four 1 4 inch straight terminals on the ends of the cable wires and the jumper wire combination See Figure 3 5 Connect the terminals on the switch as shown in Figure 3 Figure 3 Terminal connections from the control head Wiring the Illuminated ON OFF Switch on the Control Head HIGH CURRENT ARCING Do not connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other el...

Page 6: ...ight bar and control head work properly 1 Ensure that there are no loose wire strands or other bare wires that may cause a short circuit All wires must be protected from any sharp edges that could eventually cut through the insulation 2 Connect the 18 AWG red wire to the positive terminal of the battery using an in line user supplied 10 A fuse and fuseholder To protect the entire length of the wir...

Page 7: ...e Provide a brief explanation of the service requested or the nature of the malfunction Address all communications and shipments to the following Federal Signal Corporation Service Department 2645 Federal Signal Dr University Park IL 60484 3167 Limited Warranty This product is subject to and covered by a limited warranty a copy of which can be found at www fedsig com SSG Warranty A copy of this li...

Page 8: ...ty Park Illinois 60484 3167 www fedsig com Customer Support Police Fire EMS 800 264 3578 1 708 534 3400 Work Truck 800 824 0254 1 708 534 3400 Technical Support 800 433 9132 1 708 534 3400 Copyright 2013 2019 Federal Signal Corporation ...

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