Ecco 5500 Series Installation And Operation Instructions Manual page 2

Vacuum-Magnet Mount:
The Vacuum-Magnet Mount feature includes a suction cup on the
bottom of the microbar, with a magnet inside of the suction cup, for
a secure, temporary mount. The microbar should be placed in the
center of the roof where the least amount of curvature occurs. Before
installing, make sure the mounting surface is clean and there is no de-
bris on the bottom of the microbar or on the roof of the vehicle, which
could reduce the holding power of the suction cup and magnet. Place
and remove the microbar without sliding to avoid scratching the paint
on the vehicle. After placement, the microbar should adhere firmly
to the surface. If the unit slides or moves easily, a proper installation
has not been obtained. To release the vacuum, lift the tab to release
the airlock (see Figure 1). To protect the Vacuum-Magnet Mount
assembly, return microbar to the box when not in use. Do not attempt
to attach the microbar to an ice-covered surface.
FIGURE 1
ON - COLOR 2 (DUAL
COLOR ONLY)
OFF
ON - COLOR 1
Vacuum-Magnet Mount Installation:
1. Remove lens screws, then remove lens.
2. Unclip and remove wire harness.
3. Insert the pinned end of the cigarette adapter cable through the wire
harness hole from the bottom of the base.
4. Turn pins crimp side up, and insert pins into connector as shown in
Figure 4.
5. Place zip-tie 1.5" from base of the connector shown in Figure 5. Zip-tie
must be not be able to slide on cord. Trim excess zip-tie.
6. Clip the connector to the PCA board and pull slack until zip-tie touches
base.
7. With the cigarette plug to the left, unscrew the two modules farthest away
from you and the PCA board in dual color versions, to gain access to the
vacuum mounting holes.
8. Position the vacuum magnet and secure in place with included hardware.
9. Re-install the modules, PCA board and lens, reverse of removal.
Slide the o-ring onto screw until it reaches head, before securing into lens.
PULL/ROLL TAB
UPWARD TO RELEASE
VACUUM
PATTERN SELECT
FIGURE 2
!
WARNING!
Maximum recommended vehicle speed for safe operation using the
Vacuum Mount model is 65 mph (104 km/h), when fitted to the center of a
vehicle roof of steel construction. Higher speeds could cause the mount
to fail, resulting in the microbar flying off of the vehicle, which could cause
damage to other vehicles, and injury or death to the passengers. The
vacuum-magnet mount is not intended as a permanent mounting for the mi-
crobar. The vacuum-magnet mount unit must be mounted on a flat smooth
magnetic surface (i.e. no fiberglass, ribbed style roofs, etc.). Ensure that
the magnet is kept clean.
! WARNING!
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or injury from excessive
heat build up.
Operator is responsible for ensuring auxiliary plug fits correctly into auxiliary power
plug outlet used.
For proper operation, verify auxiliary power outlet circuit is rated to supply a
minimum of 10 amps. (See specifications section for rated current in amperes).
Do not exceed the current rating for the auxiliary power outlet recommended by
vehicle manufacturer.
Keep auxiliary plug and outlet clean and free of debris.
Do not use the auxiliary plug when wet.
Insert auxiliary plug fully into the outlet for proper connection.
Grasp auxiliary plug, NOT cord, to remove from outlet.
Remove auxiliary plug completely from outlet when light is not in use.
Note: Operating the microbar without the lens installed on this product
will result in damage that will not be covered under warranty.
BLACK WIRE
FIGURE 3
BLUE WIRE
PIN 3
RED WIRE
PIN 1
WHITE WIRE
PIN 5
PIN 4
FIGURE 4
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