2561660B REV. B 1109
Safety Message to Installers of Warning Light Equipment
People’s lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to read,
understand, and follow all instructions shipped with this product and the related add-
on products. In addition, 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.
• If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify with the vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs
to be recalibrated for proper airbag deployment.
• When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both sides of the surface are clear of
anything that could be damaged.
• To be an effective warning device, this product produces bright light that can be hazardous to
your eyesight when viewed at close range. Do not stare directly into this lighting product at
close range or permanent damage to your eyesight may occur.
•
You should frequently inspect the light system to ensure that it is operating properly and that
it is securely attached to the vehicle.
•
Refer to the instruction sheets included with related products for additional precautions and
information.
•
File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining 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.
Overview
This publication provides directions for installing the Federal Signal
V
ista
™ Series lightbars on a
vehicle roof.
Unpacking the Kit
After unpacking the kit, inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If the contents
have been damaged, do not install the kit. File a claim immediately with the carrier, stating the
extent of the damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping labels, and tags before removing or
destroying them. Ensure that the parts listed in
Table 1
are included in the package.
Table 1: Kit contents
Qty. Description
Part No.
Qty. Description
Part No.
8
Bolt, Torx Hd., 5/16-18 x 5/8
7000434-10
4
Bolt, Toggle, 1/4-20
8422A032
4
Bolt, Rd. Hd. Carriage,
3/8-16 x 3/4
7004A024-12
4
Pad, Mounting
8572029
4
Nut, Acorn, 1/4-20
7054A010
2
Bracket, Mounting
8583089
continued
Installation Instructions for
V
ista
®
Model XAPK-SC,
-SD or XPK-SC, -SD Permanent Mount Kit
