Federal Signal Corporation Vista Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

2561865A
REV. A 902
Printed in U.S.A.
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS
FEDERAL SIGNAL LIGHT SYSTEMS
People's lives depend on your safe instal-
lation of our products. It is important to
read, understand and follow all instruc-
tions shipped with the products. In
addition, listed below are some other
important safety instructions and pre-
cautions 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 struc-
ture, 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 connec-
tion must be made. If practical, it
should be connected to the negative
battery terminal. 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.
• Locate light system controls so the
VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be
operated safely under all driving
conditions.
• This product contains high intensity
LED devices. To prevent eye damage,
DO NOT stare into the light beam at
close range.
• You should frequently inspect the
light system to ensure that it is
operating properly and that it is
securely attached to the vehicle.
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL VISTA® LIGHTBAR
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WARNING
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• 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 Vista lightbar, 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 remov-
ing or destroying them.
II. INSTALLATION.
A. General.
The lightbar 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.
The basic light functions of the unit must
be controlled by a user-supplied control head.
Before proceeding, ensure that the lightbar
has been installed on the vehicle roof in accordance
with the instructions packed with the mounting kit.
Light system controls must be located so
that VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be
operated safely under all driving condi-
tions.
1. Route the control cable into the vehicle
and under the dash, near the eventual location of the
user-supplied control head.
2. For proper light operation, the control
cable must be properly terminated inside the user-
supplied control head. Using figure 1 and table 1 as a
guide, make the appropriate electrical connections.
Ensure that the lines are adequately fused as shown,
and that switch capacity is adequate for the current
requirement.
WARNING