2562114B
REV. B 405
Printed in U.S.A.
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
VIEWPOINT™ SOLARIS™ LIGHT ASSEMBLY
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS
OF
FEDERAL SIGNAL LIGHT SYSTEMS
WARNING
People’s lives depend on your safe installa-
tion of our products. It is important to
read, understand and follow all instruc-
tions shipped with the products. In addi-
tion, listed below are some other important
safety instructions and precautions you
should follow:
•
To properly install a light assembly:
you must have a good understanding of
automotive electrical procedures and
systems, along with proficiency in the
installation and use of safety warning
equipment.
•
When drilling into a vehicle structure,
be sure that both sides of the surface
are clear of anything that could be
damaged.
•
A light system is a high current device.
In order for it to function properly, a
separate ground connection must be
made. If practical, it should be con-
nected to the negative battery termi-
nal. At a minimum, it may be attached
to a solid metal body or chassis part
that will provide an effective ground
path as long as the light system is to be
used.
•
This product contains high intensity
LED devices. To prevent permanent
eye damage, DO NOT stare into the
light beam at close range.
•
Locate light system controls so the
VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be
operated safely under all driving
conditions.
•
You should frequently inspect the light
system to ensure that it is operating
properly and that it is securely at-
tached to the vehicle.
•
File these instructions in a safe place
and refer to them when maintaining
and/or reinstalling the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and
instructions may result in property damage,
serious injury, or death to you or others.
I.
UNPACKING.
After unpacking the ViewPoint Solaris light assem-
bly, inspect it for damage that may have occurred in
transit. If the unit has been damaged, file a claim
immediately with the carrier, stating the extent of
damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping labels
and tags before removing or destroying them.
II.
INSTALLATION.
The light assembly is completely wired at the
factory and does not require any additional internal
wiring. All the conductors necessary for control of any
and all basic and optional functions are contained in the
cable(s).
The basic light functions of the unit must be con-
trolled by a user-supplied control head.
Before proceeding, ensure that the light assembly
has been installed on the vehicle roof in accordance with
the instructions packed with the mounting kit. Route
the light assembly cables as described below.
WARNING
Light system controls must be located so
that VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be
operated safely under all driving condi-
tions.
A. Route the control cables into the vehicle and
under the dash, near the eventual location of the user-
supplied control head.
WARNING
To prevent personal injury and/or damage
to vehicle components, in the event of a
short circuit in the power cable, install a
fuse in each incoming cable conductor.
B. For proper light operation, the light assembly
control cables must be properly terminated inside the
user-supplied control head. Using figure 1 as a guide,
make the appropriate electrical connections. Ensure
that the lines are adequately fused as shown in figure 1.
CAUTION
If control lines are combined for activation,
calculate the total current requirement using
the values shown in the appropriate diagram in
figure 1.
After determining the control line switching
configuration, it is the installer’s responsibility
to use suitable fuses, wire, and switches/relays
for the installation.
