Federal Signal Corporation
Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual
SECTION V
SERVICE and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
5-1 Battery
Replacement
The Informer uses a 6V, 1.2 A/H sealed lead acid battery. The battery
should be replaced with the same make and model battery as the original
equipment. Typical battery life will range from 3-5 years depending on
use.
Replacement batteries may be purchased through the Federal Signal
Service Dept. (800) 524-3021. The battery part no. is 155191A.
To replace the battery:
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Remove the power supply from the TAR.
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Place the TAR on a flat table speaker side down.
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Remove the four screws located at the four corners of the TAR.
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Remove the bottom cover of the TAR.
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Pull the battery out of the TAR; be careful not touch the PCB or to pull
the battery wires off the PCB.
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Grasp the + battery terminal firmly and remove from the battery.
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Grasp the - battery terminal firmly and remove from the battery.
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Connect the battery terminals to the new battery. Ensure the red wire
is connected to the + terminal and the black wire is connected to the –
terminal of the battery.
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Place the new battery into the TAR in the same position as the battery
just removed.
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Replace the bottom cover and the four screws. Do not over-tighten the
mounting screws.
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Plug in the power supply.
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Test the TAR as described in the installation section of this manual.
5-2
Radio Receiver Alignment and Service
There are no user serviceable parts inside the Informer. Servicing should
be referred to an authorized Federal Signal Service center. The Federal
Signal Service Dept. can be contacted at: (800) 524-3021 or
(708) 534-3400 for further service information.
5-1
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
