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A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484, email to info@fedsig.com or call +1 708-534-3400.
Contents Safety Messages..............................5 General Description ..............................8 Overview ................................8 Features ................................9 Contactor Activation ............................9 Radio Control ..............................9 Battery Backup ..............................9 Specifications ................................9 Unpacking the Kit ..............................10 Installation ................................11 Locating the Transformer ..........................11 Preliminary ................................13 Installation Requirements ..........................13 Mounting on a Pole ............................13 Mounting on a Flat Surface ..........................14 Electrical Connections ............................17 Connecting the Transformer/Rectifier .......................18...
Safety Messages Safety Messages It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country’s electric codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes and ordinances, including any state or local noise control ordinances.
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Thoroughly discuss all contingency plans with those responsible for warning people in your community, company, or jurisdiction. A well-written contingency plan document is recommended. Model 2001-AC Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
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Safety Messages Hazard Classification Federal Signal uses signal words to identify the following: DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Federal Signal has a variety of hardware to power and control mechanical 48 Vdc powered sirens. The 2001-AC is a power and control system for mechanical type sirens. The 2001-AC consists of a nominal 220 Vac-to-48 Vdc Transformer Rectifier for power and a Contactor Enclosure with fusing and contactors for switching power to a siren.
Getting Service. Battery Backup You can upgrade the 2001-AC to a battery-backed system, which automatically switches from AC primary operation to DC backup operation in the event of a power failure. Contact your local Federal Signal representative for further information on battery backup systems.
1. REFER TO ALL APPLICABLE ELECTRICAL CODES HAVING JURISDICTION FOR THE 7 FT. SIREN LOCATION. MIN. 2. RUN SEPARATE GROUND WIRES FROM THE GROUND ROD TO THE SIREN, CONTROL, TRANSFORMER RECTIFIER AND THE AC DISCONNECT. 2902337D2 Model 2001-AC Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
The 2001-AC components are typically mounted on a pole. A typical installation showing the relative location of the controller is illustrated in Figure 2. There are numerous methods to use to mount the 2001-AC components. In all cases, the installation must be rigid, secure, and free from physical shock or vibration.
Mounting on a Flat Surface To attach the Contactor Enclosure and Transformer/Rectifier to a flat surface: The 2001-AC components are mounted separately. There are predrilled mounting holes in each enclosure for attaching the enclosures to a wall or other substantial vertical surface.
Installation Figure 3 Contactor Enclosure Assembly Drawing Description, Specifications, Installation, Operation, and Service Manual Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
Installation Figure 5 Typical Wiring Diagram Electrical Connections SHOCK HAZARD: Install the siren electrical system in compliance with local electrical codes and NEC recommendations. Federal Signal also recommends that all user-installed conduit connections enter from the bottom of the cabinet. Disconnect all power and read all warnings at the beginning of this manual and before making connections.
Connect a black or (-) labeled wire from the Transformer/Rectifier terminal block (-) to TB1 2 of the Contactor Enclosure (user-supplied 5/16-inch ring terminal required). 8. Remove any metal shavings or debris from the enclosures. Ground the Transformer/Rectifier enclosure to earth ground. Model 2001-AC Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
Installation Figure 6 Transformer/Rectifier Schematic Diagram Connecting the Contactor Enclosure To connect the siren to the Contactor Enclosure: After drilling or punching an appropriate-sized hole in the enclosure, install a 1-inch user-supplied electrical conduit fitting in the bottom of the enclosure and in the bot- tom of the siren rotator housing.
6 AWG minimum gauge wire. (Do not “T” from another ground wire.) Connecting the Siren The 2001-AC parts list and wiring diagrams are shown in Figures 3 through 5. • Typical connections between the siren and control unit are accomplished using us- er-supplied wires.
Maintenance Maintenance Testing Federal Signal recommends periodic testing of these systems to ensure the operation is performing as expected. Users should define the appropriate schedule for testing. FEMA can be used to identify good practices for periodic testing requirements. Inspection SOUND HAZARD: Service or maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with the siren, associated controls, and power sources being used and in conjunction with the authorities having jurisdiction.
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They should measure about 50 Vac. If the voltages above are incorrect, the entire transformer part number Q120246F will need to be replaced. If the voltages above are correct, the Diode Rectifier part number Q115336A will need to be replaced. Model 2001-AC Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
Getting Service Getting Service If you are experiencing any difficulties, contact Federal Signal Customer Support at 800-548-7229 or 708-534-3400 extension 7511 or Technical Support at 800-524-3021 or 708-534-3400 extension 7329 or e-mail at techsupport@fedsig.com. For instruction manuals and information on related products, visit http://www.fedsig.com. Description, Specifications, Installation, Operation, and Service Manual Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
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