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Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel
NightSpire
™
Search Light
Federal Signal www.fedsig.com
Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel
People’s lives depend on your proper installation and servicing
of Federal Signal products. It is important to read and follow all
instructions shipped with this product. In addition, listed below
are some other important safety instructions and precautions
you should follow:
• To properly install or service this equipment, you must have a
good understanding of automotive mechanical and electrical
procedures and systems, along with proficiency in the
installation and service of safety warning equipment. Always
refer to the vehicle’s service manuals when performing
equipment installations on a vehicle.
• To be an effective warning device, this product produces
bright light that can be hazardous to your eyesight when
viewed at a close range. Do not stare directly into this
lighting product at a close range, or permanent damage to
your eyesight may occur.
• Do not install the light system in an area that would block,
impair, or blind the driver’s vision. Ensure that the light
system is mounted in a position that is outside the driver’s
field of vision so the driver can safely operate the vehicle.
• A light system is a high current system. For the system
to function properly, a separate negative (–) connection
and positive (+) connection must be made. All negative
connections should be connected to the negative battery
terminal, and a suitable fuse should be installed on the
positive battery terminal connection as close to the battery
as possible. Ensure that all wires and fuses are rated
correctly to handle the device and system amperage
requirements.
• Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment that connects
to the vehicle wiring without reviewing a vehicle wiring
diagram available from the vehicle manufacturer. Ensure that
your installation will not affect vehicle operation or mandated
