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3842 Redman Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Effective November 2022
This guide supersedes all previous versions
MODEL COVERED:
SL422A SL442A
SHADOW SERIES
SHADOW SERIES
1-800-797-7974
www.CommandLight.com

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  • Page 1 SHADOW SERIES SHADOW SERIES Effective November 2022 This guide supersedes all previous versions MODEL COVERED: 3842 Redman Drive 1-800-797-7974 SL422A SL442A Fort Collins, CO 80524 www.CommandLight.com...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Rotate to center ..........................13 Retract the lower stage ........................13 Troubleshooting ............................14 Error Codes on Holster Circuit Board ....................15 Technical Specifications – Standard AC Model (SL422A, SL442A) ..........16-17 Specifications ............................ 17 Parts Lists - Exploded Views ......................18-27 Exploded View (Base) .........................18-19 Exploded View (Midplate) ......................20-21...
  • Page 5: Warranty

    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.
  • Page 6: Breakage Or Damage During Shipment

    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.
  • Page 7: Product Safety Precautions

    [ 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.
  • Page 8: General Description And Specifications

    As with any electromechanical device, take precautionary steps to ensure safe operation. Model # Description Minimum Power Requirements SL422A 2 x LED 6 Amps, 120 VAC SL442A 4 x LED 10 Amps, 120 VAC The vehicle provides power for the 12 VDC circuitry.
  • Page 9: Autopark Sequence

    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.
  • Page 10: Installation

    AC 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.
  • Page 11: Installation Notes

    USER GUIDE Installation Notes The SHADOW weighs approximately 75 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.
  • Page 12: Mounting

    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 .
  • Page 13: Electrical Wiring

    The SHADOW model SL422A and SL442A comes pre-wired to connect to 120 VAC. For 240 VAC operation, remove the jumper between the two live wires at the AC input terminal block. If ordered with 220 VAC single leg (European) wiring, one wire in the AC input cable will not be used.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    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"...
  • Page 16: Error Codes On Holster Circuit Board

    SHADOW...
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications - Standard Ac Model (Sl422A, Sl442A)

    USER GUIDE Technical Specifications – Standard AC Model (SL422A, SL442A) Dimensions (with strobe and ½” mounting spacers) – May vary by model and options: Height(Depth) Length Width Retracted 8" 54" 34" Extended 52" 56" 34" Recessed installation 10" 62" 40" Minimum...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    SHADOW Specifications...
  • Page 19: Parts Lists - Exploded Views

    USER GUIDE Parts List - (Base)
  • Page 20: Exploded View (Base)

    SHADOW Exploded View - (Base)
  • Page 21 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Mid-Plate)
  • Page 22: Exploded View (Midplate)

    SHADOW Exploded View - (Mid-Plate)
  • Page 23 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Lamp Tree)
  • Page 24: Exploded View (Lamp Tree)

    SHADOW Exploded View - (Lamp Tree)
  • Page 25: Backlight

    USER GUIDE Parts List - (Backlight)
  • Page 26 SHADOW Exploded View - (Backlight)
  • Page 27: Relay Box

    USER GUIDE Parts List - AC Relay Box...
  • Page 28 SHADOW Exploded View - AC Relay Box...
  • Page 29: Wiring Schematics

    USER GUIDE Wiring Schematics...
  • Page 30: Holster Box

    SHADOW Holster Box Shadow...
  • Page 31 USER GUIDE USER GUIDE Holster Box...
  • Page 32: Ops Wireless Controller (Vmux/Wireless Systems)

    SHADOW STANDARD STATION A TO CONTROLLER CHASSIS GROUND 12V IGNITION LIGHT TOWER STATION B TO VMUX WIRELESS CONTROL SPLITTER BOARD...
  • Page 33: Contact Switch

    USER GUIDE...
  • Page 34: Rotation Assembly

    SHADOW...

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