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- Page 1 Spectralux Rear ILS Light Bar Installation, Maintenance, and Service Manual 25500022 REV. A3 0920 Printed in U.S.A. © Copyright 2014-2020 Federal Signal Corporation...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel of Warning Light Equipment ......5 Introduction ............................. 7 Unpacking the ILS ..........................7 Wiring the Rear ILS in the Vehicle ......................7 SignalMaster Option ...............................8 Lightbar Controls ................................8 Typical Installations with Common Control Systems .....................9 Selecting Configuration Options ..........................9 Safety Message to Operators of Warning Light Equipment ............. -
Page 4: Safety Message To Installers And Service Personnel Of Warning Light Equipment
Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel of Warning Light Equipment Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel of Warning Light Equipment People’s lives depend on your proper installation and servicing of Federal Signal products. It is important to read and follow all instructions shipped with this product. Listed below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow: Before Installation or Service... - Page 5 Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel of Warning Light Equipment • The lighting system components, especially light bulbs, strobe tubes, LEDs, and the outer housing, get hot during operation. Disconnect power to the system and allow the system to cool down before handling any components. •...
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Page 6: Introduction
Introduction After Installation or Service • After installation, test the light system to ensure that it is operating properly. • Test all vehicle functions, including horn operation, vehicle safety functions, and vehicle light systems, to ensure proper operation. Ensure that the installation has not affected the vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety function or circuit. -
Page 7: Wiring The Rear Ils In The Vehicle
Wiring the Rear ILS in the Vehicle Wiring the Rear ILS in the Vehicle Before proceeding, ensure that the light bar has been installed inside the vehicle in accordance with the instructions included with the mounting kit. The DIP switch on the control PCB in the light bar provides two selectable options. NOTE: To change DIP switch settings, see “Selecting Configuration Options”... -
Page 8: Signalmaster Option
Wiring the Rear ILS in the Vehicle SignalMaster Option ® The SignalMaster function is configured at the factory and does not require any additional wiring inside the light bar. All conductors necessary for control of the SignalMaster are through the compatible serial communication control head or the Serial Interface Module. -
Page 9: Typical Installations With Common Control Systems
Wiring the Rear ILS in the Vehicle Typical Installations with Common Control Systems For typical installations with common control systems, see Figures 4 through 6 starting on page 16. Selecting Configuration Options The Rear ILS has three configuration options that are selectable with DIP switches on the light bar control board. -
Page 10: Safety Message To Operators Of Warning Light Equipment
Safety Message to Operators of Warning Light Equipment Figure 1 DIP switches and lights on the control board of the Rear ILS REAR ILS LIGHT BAR DIP SWITCH 290A7042 Safety Message to Operators of Warning Light Equipment People’s lives depend on your safe use of our products. Listed below are some important safety instructions and precautions you should follow: •... -
Page 11: Testing The Lightbar
Testing the Light Bar • If a selected function does not perform properly or if any of the lamps remain illuminated when the control is off, disconnect the power connector from the control unit and contact the nearest service center. •... -
Page 12: Maintaining The Rear Ils
Maintaining the Rear ILS Maintaining the Rear ILS Establishing a regular maintenance schedule for the ILS light bar extends its life and ensures safety. Periodically check that the light bar operates properly and that all mounting hardware is securely fastened to the vehicle. Inspect the reflectors for cracks, crazing (hairline cracks), discoloration, and other defects. -
Page 13: Servicing The Rear Ils
Servicing the Rear ILS 3. Make sure the light bar is completely dry before reinstalling it according to the vehicle-specific instructions. Servicing the Rear ILS This section has instructions for replacing the light bar’s PCBs and reflectors. For additional service and support, call the Federal Signal Service Department at 800-433-9132, 7 a.m. -
Page 14: Replacing A Reflector
Servicing the Rear ILS PCB CONNECTOR DAMAGE: To avoid damaging the connectors, slide the outer PCB straight out before lifting it. 3. Remove the outer PCB by sliding it straight outward and then lifting it by its outside edge. To remove an inner PCB, make sure all the nuts have been removed. Disconnect the cable and lift out the PCB. -
Page 15: Figure 3 Removing A Reflector
Servicing the Rear ILS Figure 3 Removing a reflector ➀ REMOVAL: ➀ PRESS THE ROUND TABS FROM BENEATH THE PCB AND SLIDE THE REFLECTOR BACK. ➁ ➁ LIFT THE REAR OF THE REFLECTOR TO REMOVE IT. ➀ ➃ INSTALLATION: ➂ INSERT THE FRONT HOOKS IN THE PCB. - Page 16 Servicing the Rear ILS WHT/RED RED/GRN BLU/RED ORG/GRN GRN/BLK/WHT BLU (MODE 1) BLU/WHT (MODE 2) BLK/RED (MODE 3) WHT/BLK (TAKEDOWN) Spectralux Rear ILS Light Bar ® Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
- Page 17 Servicing the Rear ILS WHT (1) BRN (2) GRN/BLK/WHT GRN (3) ORG/GN) ORN (4) PRP (5) BLU/RED GRA (6) RED/GRN YEL (7) WHT/RED BLU (8) NONE (9) RED+ (10) BLK- (11) Installation, Maintenance, and Service Manual Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
- Page 18 Servicing the Rear ILS WHT/RED RED/GRN BLU/RED ORG/GRN GRN/BLK/WHT BLU (MODE 1) BLU (MODE 1) BLU/WHT (MODE 2) BLU/WHT (MODE 2) BLK/RED (MODE 3) BLK/RED (MODE 3) WHT/BLK (TD) GRN/BLK (L. AL) ORG/RED (R. AL) Spectralux Rear ILS Light Bar ®...
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Page 19: Ordering Replacement Parts
Wire Assembly, PCB to PCB (Vehicle-Specific Length) 17500009-** Shroud and Mounting Hardware (Vehicle-Specific) Refer to the vehicle-specific installation instructions for part numbers Getting Technical Support and Service For technical support and service, please contact: Service Department Federal Signal Corporation Phone: 1-800-433-9132 Email: empserviceinfo@fedsig.com www.fedsig.com... - Page 20 Return Material Authorization (RMA). Obtain a RMA from a local Distributor or Manufacturer’s Representative. Provide a brief explanation of the service requested, or the nature of the malfunction. Address all communications and shipments to the following: Federal Signal Corporation Service Department 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park, IL 60484-3167...