Federal Signal Corporation VSLR1 Series Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual Download Page 4

Installation and Maintenance Instructions

4

Models VSLR1 and VSLR1-IPX

7.

  Install one or two mounting pads over each of the three mounting studs as shown in Figure 1. 

8.

  Position the light over the mounting holes and route the cable through the grommet. For the VSLR1-IPX, 

allow 10

"

 to 18

"

 of slack in the cable under the roof so the unit can be removed if the Impaxx is damaged 

and needs replacement. 

9.

  To prevent water leakage if applicable, apply a silicone sealing compound around the cable and 

grommet where they pass through the mounting surface.

10.

  Secure the unit to the mounting surface with the three 1/4

"

-20 elastic stop nuts.

Wiring the Light in the Vehicle

The light is completely wired at the factory and does not require any additional internal wiring. All the 

conductors necessary for control of light assembly are contained in the leads. The basic light functions of 

the unit must be controlled by a installer-supplied control head. Before proceeding, ensure that the light 

assembly has been installed on the vehicle roof in accordance with the instructions 

LOCATION OF LIGHT SYSTEM CONTROLS—Locate the light system controls so the 

VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be operated safely under all driving conditions.

To wire the light assembly:

1.

  Determine the length of wires needed for the installation. For lengths up to 15 ft (5 m), use minimum  

18 AWG (1 mm

2

) wire. For lengths over 15 ft, use minimum 16 AWG (1.5 mm

2

) wire. 

 

Use insulated butt connectors to splice the leads. Ensure that the connectors are securely crimped and 

properly insulated.

2

.   See Figure 3 on page 5. Connect the black lead to chassis ground (

NEG). 

3.

  Connect the red wire (+BAT) to one terminal of an installer-supplied switch with a current capacity of at 

least 8 A.

4.

  Connect the other terminal of the switch through an installer-supplied 8 A fuseholder to the positive 

(+BAT) terminal of the voltage source.

Summary of Contents for VSLR1 Series

Page 1: ...y or chassis part that will provide an effective ground path as long as the light system is to be used Refer to the instructions packed with related products for additional precautions and information...

Page 2: ...cm x 25 4 cm 5 0 in x 7 3 in x 10 0 in 12 7 cm x 18 5 cm x 25 4 cm Amperage 1 8 12 Vdc 1 0 24 Vdc 2 8 12 Vdc Unpacking the Product After unpacking the product inspect it for damage that may have occu...

Page 3: ...position marks on the mounting surface DRILLING PRECAUTIONS When drilling holes check the area into which you are drilling to be sure you do not damage vehicle components All drilled holes should be...

Page 4: ...ed in the leads The basic light functions of the unit must be controlled by a installer supplied control head Before proceeding ensure that the light assembly has been installed on the vehicle roof in...

Page 5: ...e effectiveness of the lighting system and may result in injury or death CRAZING CHEMICALS Crazed cracked or faded domes reduce the light output and the effectiveness of the lighting system Domes or r...

Page 6: ...2 See Figure 4 Use a T25 Torx driver to remove the 10 32 Torx shoulder screw 3 Carefully lift the dome from the back and rotate it to a vertical position to avoid damaging the pod hook and pod base g...

Page 7: ...32 screw securing it to the pod base 2 Insert the 10 32 Torx shoulder screw into the hole through the tip of the dome and into the pod base To prevent cross threading back the screw counterclockwise...

Page 8: ...a pod 1 Reconnect the electrical connector to the pod 2 Place the pod atop in the correct location in the light assembly and rotate it clockwise 3 Insert the 10 32 x 1 4 Torx shoulder screw into the h...

Page 9: ...ttle or damaged Replace it if necessary Installing an Impaxx To reinstall an Impaxx 1 Install the gasket on the Impaxx The wider end of the gasket goes down touches the base plate 2 Install the bracke...

Page 10: ...Parts This section contains a partial list of replacement parts To order replacement parts call the Federal Signal Service Department at 800 433 9132 7 a m to 5 p m Monday through Friday Central Time...

Page 11: ...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 prod...

Page 12: ...and VSLR1 IPX 2012 Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park IL 60484 3167 Tel 800 264 3578 Fax 800 682 8022 www fedsig com 3 00 in 0 375 in 0 281 in 290A6953 1 5 in 1 0 in...

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