Summary of Contents for Command Light SHADOW Series
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SHADOW SERIES SHADOW SERIES Effective August 2021 This guide supersedes all previous versions MODEL COVERED: 3842 Redman Drive 1-800-797-7974 SL442D-80-24V Fort Collins, CO 80524 www.CommandLight.com...
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SHADOW THANK YOU Please allow us to express a simple thank you for investing in a COMMAND LIGHT product. As a company, we are dedicated to producing the very best and most versatile flood lighting package available. We take great pride in the quality of our work and hope that you will find many years of satisfaction from the use of this equipment.
SHADOW Please take the time to read this manual before installing or operating the COMMAND LIGHT SHADOW Save this guide for future reference. Contents Warranty ..............................4 Breakage or Damage During Shipment ....................5 Product Safety Precautions ........................6 General Description and Specifications ....................7 Operation ..............................
Hourly rates for service are to be determined at the time of authorization by COMMAND LIGHT, travel time is paid at a maximum of 50% of the authorized service rate.
Any unauthorized service voids this warranty. No work is authorized until written consent is provided by COMMAND LIGHT. Contact Us Early — before any work is done — We’d love to help! *Excludes light producing components (bulbs, lasers, LEDs) These components may come with their own manufacturer warranty.
[ Do not use a COMMAND LIGHT SHADOW that has been damaged or is not fully functional, including non-working indicator lamps. [ Never hold any part of the COMMAND LIGHT SHADOW with a hand or foot while it is in motion.
SHADOW General Description and Specifications The SHADOW is designed to provide high intensity emergency scene lighting with quick precision. As with any electromechanical device, take precautionary steps to ensure safe operation. Model # Description Minimum Power Requirements SL442D 4 x LED 90 Amps, 12 VDC The vehicle provides power for the 12 VDC circuitry.
USER GUIDE Autopark Sequence Press green button on the controller once. It does not need to be held in position. The Autopark sequence begins: 1. “Emergency Stop” light is illuminated. 2. Lamps are extinguished. 3. Upper stage begins rotation to the center position. If equipped with back light option, back light begins oscillation and returns to the home position.
DC powered light towers require a high current draw to provide high levels of lighting. Verify all connected electrical components are able to handle the load for this light tower as listed in the Technical Specifications on page 17. If in doubt, contact Command Light at 1-800-797-7974 or info@commandlight.com. Installation Kit Included with the SHADOW is an installation kit.
USER GUIDE Installation Notes The SHADOW weighs approximately 115 pounds. Use mechanical assistance such as a forklift or crane to lift the light into installation position. Use the provided fender washers under the mounting surface to distribute the weight load evenly. When routing the connecting electrical wires take care to avoid sharp bends, hot components or other hazards to the wire.
SHADOW Mounting Place the provided spacers in the location of the light mounting holes. The spacers may be modified to conform to the contour of the mounting location. Remove any obstructions below the mounting surface such as headliners. Attach any necessary lifting attachments to the SHADOW .
USER GUIDE Electrical Wiring Please Note: Detailed internal wiring schematic for the light is found in the supplement pages found at the end of this document. Run the control wire from the control box holster to the SHADOW Run the power wire from the breaker box or generator to the SHADOW .
SHADOW Maintenance Cleaning The SHADOW is constructed with corrosion resistant aluminum and stainless steel fasteners. To further enhance corrosion resistance all exposed surfaces receive a powder coated paint finish. To assure years of trouble free service periodically clean all external surfaces with a mild detergent solution and a gentle spray of water.
USER GUIDE Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Unit will not extend No power to the unit Check power input connections. Ensure 100 Amp input breaker has not been tripped. Refer to installation instructions. Incorrect installation Upper stage will not rotate Lower stage not raised above 16"...
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