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3842 Redman Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Effective August 2024
This guide supersedes all previous versions
MODEL COVERED:
SL423D-H2
SHADOW SLIM
SHADOW SLIM
1-800-797-7974
www.CommandLight.com

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  • Page 1 SHADOW SLIM SHADOW SLIM Effective August 2024 This guide supersedes all previous versions MODEL COVERED: 3842 Redman Drive 1-800-797-7974 SL423D-H2 Fort Collins, CO 80524 www.CommandLight.com...
  • Page 3 SLIM 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 4 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    SHADOW SLIM Read this manual before installing or operating the COMMAND LIGHT SHADOW SLIM 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 ..............................
  • Page 6: 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 7: 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 8: Product Safety Precautions

    [ Do not use a COMMAND LIGHT SHADOW that has been damaged or is not fully functional, SLIM including non-working indicator lamps. [ Never hold any part of the COMMAND LIGHT SHADOW with a hand or foot while it is SLIM in motion.
  • Page 9: General Description And Specifications

    SHADOW SLIM General Description and Specifications The SHADOW is designed to provide high intensity emergency scene lighting with quick SLIM precision. As with any electromechanical device, take precautionary steps to ensure safe operation. Model # Description Minimum Power Requirements SL423D-H2 2 x 270 Watt LED 60 Amps, 12 VDC The vehicle provides power for the 12 VDC circuitry.
  • Page 10: Autopark Sequence

    USER GUIDE Autopark Sequence Press “P” 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 rotation and returns to the home position.
  • Page 11: Installation

    DC powered light towers require a high current draw to provide high levels of lighting. Verify all connected electrical components can handle the load for this light tower as listed in the Technical Specifications on page 19. 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 12: Installation Notes

    USER GUIDE Installation Notes The SHADOW weighs approximately 65 pounds. Use mechanical assistance such as a SLIM 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 13: Mounting

    SHADOW SLIM 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 14: Electrical Wiring

    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 remoted electrical box. Run the power wire from the 12V power source to the remoted electrical box.
  • Page 15: Relay Wiring Box

    SHADOW SLIM SL423D (SL Slim) Relay Box Wiring Make sure all wires are tied back so they will not be crushed when the remoted electrical box lid is put on. Run the large black multi-conductor and grey 12-2 cables from the remoted electrical box to the light tower junction box and make the following connections.
  • Page 16: Warning Device Installation

    USER GUIDE Warning Device Installation Make sure Truck 12V power is OFF until wiring is complete at the holster Tools Required: circuit board and the light tower. Incorrect wiring or live wires during • ” Flathead Screwdriver install can cause damage to circuitry. WARNING •...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    SHADOW SLIM Maintenance Cleaning The SHADOW is constructed with corrosion resistant aluminum and stainless steel fasteners. To SLIM 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 18: 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 Raise lower stage higher.
  • Page 19: Error Codes On Holster Circuit Board

    SHADOW SLIM...
  • Page 20: Technical Specifications - Standard Dc Model (Sl423D-H2 - Slslim)

    USER GUIDE Technical Specifications – Standard DC Model (SL423D-H2) Dimensions (with strobe and ½” mounting spacers) – May vary by model and options: Height(Depth) Length Width Retracted 8" 67" 11" Extended 66" 59" 12" Recessed installation 9" 85" 17" Minimum Weight: 65 pounds Wiring:...
  • Page 21: Specifications

    SHADOW SLIM Specifications...
  • Page 22: Parts Lists - Exploded Views

    USER GUIDE Exploded Views/Parts Lists Parts List - (Base) ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 178-01026 FRAME,WELDMENT,SHADOW RTB 178-04053 PAD, NEST, SHADOW RTB 178-01502 PIN,LOWER,PIVOT,SHADOW RTB 069-15336 E-RING, 5133-50, .044T, SS 067-14200 BEARING,FLANGED,IGLIDE,JFI-0809-06 178-01008 ARM,TRAILING,LIFT,SHADOW RTB 178-02300 ARM, MAIN LIFT, WELDMENT,SHADOW RTB 069-01133 SCREW,BH,HEX,M4x0.7x10,SS 065-13084...
  • Page 23: Exploded View (Base)

    SHADOW SLIM Exploded View (Base) 21 21...
  • Page 24: Exploded View (Junction Box)

    USER GUIDE Parts List (Mid-Plate) ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 178-03002 PLATE, ROTATION DRIVEN, SHADOW RTB 069-01103 SCREW,SHCS,SHCS M6x1x12 034-13683 SCREW,SH SET,M6x1.0 x 16mm,SS 178-03010 BEARING,THRUST,ROTATION,SHADOW RTB 065-12382 RING,SPIROLOX,2-TURN,WS-175 178-03001 PLATE, ROTATION DRIVE, SHADOW RTB 178-03006 STANDOFF,MOTOR,ROTATION,SHADOW RTB 178-04084 MOUNT,MOTOR,ROTATION,SHADOW RTB 034-13063 SCREW,SHCS,SHCS M4x0.7x30 034-13066...
  • Page 25 SHADOW SLIM Exploded View (Mid-Plate) 23 23...
  • Page 26 USER GUIDE Parts List/Exploded View (Lamp Tree) ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 178-05100 MOUNT, STROBE, SHADOW RTB, WELDMENT 065-12867 STROBE, PRE-WIRED, INDICATE COLOR 069-15392 CONXALL, MINICON, 2 PIN, PANEL 034-11028 WASHER,LOCK,SPRING,REGULAR, 1/4, SS 034-13092 SCREW,PPH,M4 X 8 065-14135 FIXTURE,LED,HIVIZ,DC,60 DEGREE FLOOD,BLK 178-05012 TREE,LAMP,HIVIZ, SHADOW 178-04009...
  • Page 27: Exploded View (Lamp Tree)

    SHADOW SLIM Exploded View - (Lamp Tree) SL432D-H2 LAMPTREE 178-04111...
  • Page 28: Relay Box

    USER GUIDE Parts List - (Relay Box) ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 075-08091 BOX,CONTROL,BASE,SL SLIM 065-13730 SOCKET, SINGLE POLE, RELAY 034-10966 SCREW,PHP,10-24 UNCx0.75 075-07100 PLATE,RELAY MOUNT,KNIGHT V2 034-10978 WASHER,LOCK,18-8SS, 065-13738 RELAY, 12V, SINGLE POLE INTERNAL,#10 065-12792 STRAIN RELIEF,DOMED,SCR 034-13100 NUT,MS,HEX2,10-24UNC,SS .71-.98,1 NPT,BLACK...
  • Page 29 SHADOW SLIM Exploded View - (Relay Box)
  • Page 30: Wiring Schematics

    USER GUIDE Wiring Schematics...
  • Page 31: Holster Box

    SHADOW SLIM Shadow Holster Box...
  • Page 32 USER GUIDE USER GUIDE Holster Box...
  • Page 33: Ops Wireless Controller (Vmux/Wireless Systems)

    SHADOW SLIM STANDARD STATION A TO CONTROLLER CHASSIS GROUND 12V IGNITION LIGHT TOWER STATION B TO VMUX WIRELESS CONTROL SPLITTER BOARD...
  • Page 34: Junction Box

    USER GUIDE Junction Box TO RELAY BOX...
  • Page 35: Lamp Tree

    SHADOW SLIM Lamp Tree LAMP TREE 8/14/2024...

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