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SIFM, SIFZ (Discrete) and SIFMJ, SIFZJ FSJoin™ (Serial) Front ILS Light Bar
Federal Signal
www.fedsig.com
Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel
• The lighting system components, especially light bulbs, strobe tubes, LEDs, and the
outer housing, get hot during operation. Disconnect power to the system and allow
the system to cool down before handling any components of the system.
• Do not mount a radio antenna within 18 inches (45.7 cm) of the lighting system.
Placing the antenna 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 noise emitted from the lighting system
to interfere with the reception of the radio transmitter and reduce radio reception.
• Do not attempt to wash any unsealed electrical device while it is connected to its
power source.
During Installation and Service
• DO NOT get metal shavings inside the product. Metal shavings in the product can
cause the system to fail. If drilling must be done near the unit, place an ESD-approved
cover over the unit. Inspect the unit after mounting to be sure there are no shavings
present in or near the unit.
• DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until ALL other electrical connections
are made, mounting of all components is complete, and you have verified that no shorts
exist. If the wiring is shorted to the vehicle body or frame, high current conductors can
cause hazardous sparks resulting in electrical fires or flying molten metal.
• DO NOT install equipment or route wiring (or the plug in cord) in the deployment path
of an airbag.
• Before mounting any components, check the manual to enure 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.
• When drilling into a vehicle structure, ensure that both sides of the surface are clear
of anything that could be damaged. Remove all burrs from drilled holes. To prevent
electrical shorts, grommet all drilled holes through which wiring passes. Ensure that
the mounting screws do not cause electrical or mechanical damage to the vehicle.
• Refer to the manual packed with the lighting system for proper electrical connections,
additional precautions, and information.
• Because vehicle roof construction and driving conditions vary, do not drive a vehicle
with a magnetically mounted warning light installed. The light could fly off the vehicle,
causing injury or damage. Repair of damage incurred because of ignoring this
warning shall be the sole responsibility of the user.
• To avoid denting the roof of the vehicle, place the light bar mounting feet as close to
the outer edge of the roof as possible.
• Locate the light system controls so the VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be operated
safely under all driving conditions.