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 Halogen Scene Light Model QL97HSCENE

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After Installation or Service

•   After installation, test the 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 the installation has not affected the vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety func-
tion or circuit.

•   Scratched or dull reflectors, mirrors or lenses will reduce the effectiveness of the lighting system. Avoid 

heavy pressure and use of caustic or petroleum based products when cleaning the lighting system. 
Replace any optical components that may have been scratched or crazed during system installation.

•   Do not attempt to activate or de-activate the light system controls while driving in a hazardous situation.

•   You should frequently inspect the light system to ensure that it is operating properly and that it is se-

curely attached to the vehicle.

•   After installation and testing are complete, provide a copy of these instructions to instructional staff and 

all operating personnel.

•   File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining or re-installing the product.

Failure  to  follow  all  safety  precautions  and  instructions  may  result  in  property  damage,  serious 
injury, or death to you or others.

RETAIN AND REFER TO THIS MESSAGE

Product Overview 

The Federal Signal Model QL97HSCENE halogen 9 x 7 scene light is used for a variety of Fire/EMS scene 
lighting  applications. This  scene  light  uses  a  chromed  parabolic  reflector,  50-watt  halogen  lamp  and  a 
fresnel lens to disperse light. It is typically used in pairs to provide suitable illumination of work areas around 
the perimeter of the vehicle. The scene light operates on 12 Vdc vehicle electrical systems. Its width and 
length are an industry standard to be suitable in most applications. 

Unpacking the Product

After unpacking the product, inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If the product has been 
damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier, describing the 
extent of damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping labels, and tags before removing or destroying 
them. Also required are red and white installer-supplied 18 AWG (minimum) wires (Figure 4 on page 9) for 
wiring the scene light to the power source.

Table 1: Contents in kit PN 8012090

Qty. Description

4

Screw Grommet

4

Screw, M 4.2 x 38

1

Connector

2

Terminal

Summary of Contents for QuadraFlare QL97HSCENE

Page 1: ...ower supply from different manufacturers may reduce the warning ef fectiveness of the lighting system and may damage the components You should verify or test your combination to ensure the system works together and meets federal state and local standards or guidelines Electrical Hazards Strobe systems present a shock hazard because they use high voltage to operate Do not handle strobe cables the p...

Page 2: ...lten metal DO NOT install equipment or route wiring or the plug in cord in the deployment path of an air bag Before mounting any components check the manual to be sure that the component you are installing is suitable for use in that area of the vehicle Many components are not suitable for use in the engine compartment or other extreme environmental exposure areas The service life of light bulbs a...

Page 3: ...e and refer to them when maintaining or re installing the product Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage serious injury or death to you or others RETAIN AND REFER TO THIS MESSAGE Product Overview The Federal Signal Model QL97HSCENE halogen 9 x 7 scene light is used for a variety of Fire EMS scene lighting applications This scene light uses a chromed...

Page 4: ...nents 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 2 Drill four 1 4 0 25 mounting holes in the mounting surface 3 Cut out the area from the mounting surface needed for the reflector clearance 4 Insert the screw grommets into the four mounting holes 5 R...

Page 5: ...um based cleaners 3 Rinse and dry the lenses with a soft cloth to prevent water spotting 4 To remove fine scratches and haze use a specialty plastic cleaner polish and a soft cloth You can also use a high quality automotive paste cleaner wax that is non abrasive The most effective product you can use for cleaning protecting and polishing clear and colored plastics is Plexus Plastic Cleaner Protect...

Page 6: ...To insert the new lamp align the knobs on the side of the lamp s base with the slots in the socket 7 Gently push the lamp into the socket and turn it to the right until the knobs lock into the retaining notches 8 Using the four screws removed in step 2 secure the scene light assembly and the lens to the vehicle Ensure that the lens is in the correct orientation with the word TOP right side up Test...

Page 7: ...orization number RMA number To expedite the process please be pre pared with the following information Your Federal Signal customer or account number The purchase order number under which the items were purchased The shipping method The model or part number of the product being returned The quantity of products being returned Drop ship information as needed Any estimate required When you receive y...

Page 8: ...EA FOR REFLECTOR CLEARANCE MOUNTING SURFACE SCREW GROMMET MOUNTING GASKET BASE INNER GASKET LENS NOTE THE ORIENTATION THE WORD TOP IS RIGHT SIDE UP SCREW M 4 2 x 38 4 256A6236B SHEET METAL AREA TO BE CUT OUT FOR REFLECTOR CLEARANCE SLOT RETAINING NOTCH LAMP Figure 1 Dimensions of mounting surface Figure 2 Model QL97HSCENE with mounting gasket and lamp removal ...

Page 9: ...ECTOR FROM SCENE LIGHT CONNECTOR FROM KIT TERMINAL 2 FROM KIT Figure 4 Connections from power source to Model QL97HSCENE SCREW GROMMET OPTIONAL TRIM RING BASE INNER GASKET LENS NOTE THE ORIENTATION THE WORD TOP IS RIGHT SIDE UP SCREW M 4 2 x 38 4 256A6240B SHEET METAL AREA TO BE CUT OUT FOR REFLECTOR CLEARANCE LAMP MOUNTING SURFACE TRIM RING GASKET Figure 3 Model QL97HSCENE with optional trim ring...

Page 10: ...2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60466 3195 Tel 800 264 3578 Fax 800 682 8022 www fedsig com QuadraFlare is a trademark of Federal Signal Corporation 2009 Federal Signal Corporation ...

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