Code 3 CELS control box User Manual
INSTALLATION MANUAL
CONTENTS: Introduction ............................................................................. ....................2
Installation, Mounting, & Wiring .............................................. ................3-5
Wiring Diagram Package 1 .................................................... ....................6
Wiring Diagram Package 2 .................................................... ....................7
Wiring Diagram Package 3 .................................................... ....................8
Wiring Diagram Package 4 .................................................... ....................9
Wiring Diagram Package 5 .................................................... ...................10
Functionality-Flash Pattern Selection ..................................................11-12
Notes:...................................................................................................13-15
Warranty ..................................................................................................16
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IMPORTANT:
Read all instructions and warnings before installing and using.
This manual must be delivered to the end user of this equipment.
INSTALLER:
Introduction
The CELS™ Coordinated Emergency Lighting System (hereafter called "the system") is designed to be mounted in the interior of the ve-
hicle and can control all of the emergency vehicle lighting on your slick top vehicle to ash synchronously with the programmability of a CC
lightbar! The system can also dim the entire emergency lighting system.
CELS provides greater control of your lights to match your situational needs. CELS is available in 5 undercover lighting packages.
Product Features
Packages
• Packages 1-4 include 4 types of lighting equipment and a control box.
• Package 5 includes 3 types of lighting equipment and a control box.
• Control box can be wired to any switching type system.
• NarrowStik™ functionality with exterior rear window light (Citadel).
• Dimming capability for all lighting equipment.
• Synchronous capability for all lighting equipment.
• For use on Ford PI Utility and Chevy Tahoe vehicles.
• CELS Flash Patterns work independently of a light bar, if one is installed on your vehicle.
CELS Package LED Lighting Components
• SuperVisor U® with Torus LEDs mounts inside windshield with no drilling.
• Citadel™ LED Exterior Lighting Systems ts under the Rear Spoiler with no drilling.
• PAR36 Fog Light with 7 LEDs per Head (4.25" diameter).
• XT4S LED Light heads (4.52” wide).
Specications
• Control Box Dimensions: 4 ¾” W x 8 ½” L x 1 7/8” H
• Control Box Weight: 1 lb.
• 12 Volts
• 5 Year LED Warranty
• 5 Year CELS Control Box Warranty
WARNING!
The use of this or any warning device does not ensure that all drivers can or will observe or react to an emergency
warning signal. Never take the right-of-way for granted. It is your responsibility to be sure you can proceed safely
before entering an intersection, driving against trafc, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around
trafc lanes. The effectiveness of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct mounting and wiring. Read
and follow the manufacturer’s instructions before installing or using this device. The vehicle operator should insure
daily that all features of the device operate correctly. In use, the vehicle operator should insure the projection of the
warning signal is not blocked by vehicle components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or
other obstructions. This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only. It is the user’s responsibility to
understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should check all applicable city, state
and federal laws and regulations. Code 3, Inc., assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning
device. Proper installation is vital to the performance of this warning device and the safe operation of the emergency
vehicle. It is important to recognize that the operator of the emergency vehicle is under psychological and physiological
stress caused by the emergency situation. The warning device should be installed in such a manner as to: A) Not
reduce the output performance of the system, B) Place the controls within convenient reach of the operator so that he
can operate the system without losing eye contact with the roadway. Emergency warning devices often require high
electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly protect and use caution around live electrical connections. Grounding or
shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing, which can cause personal injury and/or severe vehicle
damage, including re. Driver and/or passenger air bags (SRS) will affect the way equipment should be mounted. This
device should be mounted by permanent installation and within the zones specied by the vehicle manufacturer, if any.
Any device mounted in the deployment area of an air bag will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag and
may damage or dislodge the device. Installer must be sure that this device, its mounting hardware and electrical supply
wiring does not interfere with the air bag or the SRS wiring or sensors. Mounting the unit inside the vehicle by a method
other than permanent installation is not recommended as unit may become dislodged during swerving, sudden braking
or collision. Failure to follow instructions can result in personal injury. PROPER INSTALLATION COMBINED WITH
OPERATOR TRAINING IN THE PROPER USE OF EMERGENCY WARNING DEVICES IS ESSENTIAL TO INSURE
THE SAFETY OF EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC.
WARNING!
Any electronic device may create or be affected by electromagnetic interference. After installation of any electronic
device operate all equipment simultaneously to insure that operation is free of interference. Never power emergency
warning equipment from the same circuit or share the same grounding circuit with radio communication equipment.
All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and securely fastened to vehicle
elements of sufcient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device.
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Installation Instructions
Mount the System Box using customer supplied screws in the (4) slots provided in the housing's base. Note: This box SHOULD NOT be mounted
on the exterior of the vehicle!
This unit must be mounted within the interior passenger compartment of the vehicle only. It is not intended for use in exterior applica-
tions. All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and securely fastened to vehicle elements of
sufcient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device. Driver and/or passenger air bags (SRS) will affect the way equipment
should be mounted. This device should be mounted by permanent installation and within the zones specied by the vehicle manufacturer, if any. Any device mounted in the deployment area of an air bag will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag and may
WARNING!
damage or dislodge the device. Installer must be sure that this device, its mounting hardware and electrical supply wiring does not
interfere with the air bag or the SRS wiring or sensors. Mounting the unit inside the vehicle by a method other than permanent installation is not recommended as unit may become dislodged during swerving, sudden braking or collision. Failure to follow instructions can
result in personal injury.
WARNING!
Utilizing non-factory supplied screws and/or mounting brackets and/or the improper
number of screws may result in loss of warranty coverage on the equipment.
Wiring Instructions
See Figure-1 for the wiring harness connection locations of the Control Input Wires and the main power and ground wires. See Figure-2 for the Front
Output Wires, and the Rear Output Wires. Wire the system based on the wiring diagrams for the individual package ordered as shown on pages 6, 7,
8, 9 & 10. The power and ground should be wired using 12 gage wire and 12 gage butt splices with a 20 amp fuse on the power wire. All of the Input
and the Front and Rear Output wires are 22 gage and should be connected with 22 gage butt splices.
Figure-1 Figure-2
Wiring the Individual Dual Color XT4 & PAR36 Light Heads
The CELS Dual Color XT4 & PAR36 Light Heads are "STEADY BURN ONLY" light heads and rely on the CELS Controller for controlling ash pat-
terns. The CELS Dual Color XT4 & PAR36 Light Heads have (3) control wires, (2) Power wires and (1) Ground Wire. The power wire colors match the
colors of the LEDs in the light heads. The Ground wire is always black. NOTE: See wire color chart on page 5 for individual wire colors.
Wiring the Individual Single Color XT4 & PAR36 Light Heads
The CELS Single Color XT4 & PAR36 Light Heads are also "STEADY BURN ONLY" light heads and rely on the CELS Controller for controlling ash
patterns. The CELS Single Color XT4 & PAR36 Light Heads have only (2) control wires, (1) Power wire which is Red and (1) Ground Wire which is
Black.
DO NOT APPLY 12 VOLTS DIRECTLY TO THE CELS BOX OUTPUT WIRES! THE CELS CC BOARD OR
LIGHT HEADS COULD BE DAMAGED BY APPLYING 12 VOLTS TO THE CC OUTPUTS!
WARNING!
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General Wiring
CELS Wiring
• Read through the wiring diagram for the purchased system prior to the installation and become fully familiar with it to be sure all of the connections
will be made as needed for correct system operation. If there are any questions or problems call our Technical Assistance HOTLINE (314) 996-2800.
• Verify before nal connections are made that Front Output wires are connected to front outputs and Rear Output wires are connected to rear outputs
before crimping the connections.
• Verify that the Front and Rear CELS Output Harness Plugs are in their correct locations See Figure 2 on page 3 (The plugs are labeled as to their
function). If they have been unplugged they can be switched by accident!
• The majority of the wire colors from the CELS Box Front and Rear Output wires to the Front Device Outputs (Full or Half SuperVisor ) and Rear
Device Outputs (Dual Color and Single Color Citadel) match up color to color. Some wire color shades may vary slightly. The Package 5 System
individual device output wires are all customer supplied and dependent on the customer provided wire colors.
• For the XT4 and PAR36 front light head wire colors see wire color chart on page 5 for individual wire colors.
• The main power and ground wires should be connected directly to the vehicle's battery and not to an auxiliary vehicle connection and must be fused
properly. See wiring diagram for the purchased package. Packages 1 - 4 will have an average current draw of 12 - 15A and a maximum of 20A.
• After all programming is complete attach the Black/Red wire to ground to avoid accidental ash pattern/program changes.
• If you require a CA Title 13 Steady Red Light Head feature, the Brown/White wire may be substituted in place of any of the CELS Output Wires
to provide the desired steady burn light head. Note: DO NOT COMBINE THE BROWN/WHITE WIRE WITH ANY OF THE OUTPUT WIRES.
General Wiring Best Practices
• Larger wires and tight connections will provide longer service life for components. Follow the AWG Table on page 5 for proper wiring gauges based
on length of wire run.
• For high current wires it is highly recommended that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with heat shrink tubing to protect the connec-
tions.
• Do not use insulation displacement (e.g. 3M® Scotchlock type) connectors.
• Route wiring using grommets and sealant when passing through compartment walls.
• High ambient temperatures (e.g. under hood) will signicantly reduce the current carrying capacity of wires, fuses, and circuit breakers. Use "SXL"
type wire in engine compartment.
• All wiring should conform to the minimum wire size and other recommendations of the wire manufacturer and be protected from moving parts and
hot surfaces.
• Looms, grommets, cable ties, and similar installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect all wiring.
• Fuses or circuit breakers should be located as close to the power takeoff points as possible and properly sized to protect the wiring and devices
• The installer should install a fuse sized to approximately 125% of the maximum Amp capacity in the supply line to protect against short circuits. For
example, a 30 Amp fuse should carry a maximum of 24 Amps.
• DO NOT USE 1/4" DIAMETER GLASS FUSES AS THEY ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR CONTINUOUS DUTY IN SIZES ABOVE 15 AMPS!
• Circuit breakers are very sensitive to high temperatures and can "false trip" when mounted in hot environments or operated close to their capacity.
Ground Connections
• Ground terminations should be made to substantial chassis components, preferably directly to the vehicle battery. Some OEM provided ground
points are not sufcient to provide a proper ground. If in doubt, check to verify the ground with a Multi Meter.
• If Chassis Ground must be used, connection points should be clean and have paint or coatings removed to insure a good tight ground connection.
The gage of the grounding wire must match or exceed the AWG Table shown on page 5.
• Avoid stacking multiple ground connections to one ground source.
• Verify that hardware, screws, bolts, washers, etc. will provide a sufcient ground connection.
Splicing Connections
• Use the correct wire stripper to be sure all strands of the wires remain intact and will provide sufcient electrical current capacity.
• Do not under strip or over strip the wire as it could prevent proper connections or leave bare wiring exposed for potential short circuits.
• Use appropriate crimping pliers to insure good connections.
• Always use properly sized connectors/terminals appropriate to the wire gage being used (Butt Splices, Fork Terminals, Ring Terminals, & etc.).
• Use wire of sufcient gage to provide sufcient electrical current capacity.
• Minimize the number of splices where ever possible to reduce voltage drop.
• Particular attention should be paid to the location and method of making electrical connections and splices to protect these points from corrosion
and loss of conductivity (Wire Loom, Heat Shrink Tubing, or Sealed Connectors may be necessary in wet or hot environments).
RF Considerations
• Do not locate the CELS Box close to an antenna or other RF/EM emitting device.
• Do not route cables or wires from a CELS SuperVisor, CELS Citadel, or other CELS controlled light heads within 18 inches of an antenna, antenna
cable, radar unit, radio amplier, or other RF/EM emitting device.
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XT4 LIGHT HEAD WIRE COLOR TABLE
THE BLACK WIRE IS ALWAYS THE GROUND WIRE
PAR36 LIGHT HEAD WIRE COLOR TABLE
THE BLACK WIRE IS ALWAYS THE GROUND WIRE
LED COLOR DUAL / SINGLE POWER WIRE COLORS
RED / AMBER DUAL RED / YELLOW
BLUE / AMBER DUAL BLUE / YELLOW
RED / BLUE DUAL RED / BLUE
BLUE / WHITE DUAL BLUE / WHITE
RED / WHITE DUAL RED / WHITE
AMBER / WHITE DUAL YELLOW / WHITE
BLUE SINGLE RED
RED SINGLE RED
AMBER SINGLE RED
WHITE SINGLE RED
LED COLOR DUAL / SINGLE POWER WIRE COLORS
BLUE / WHITE DUAL BLUE / WHITE
RED / WHITE DUAL RED / WHITE
RED / BLUE DUAL RED / BLUE
BLUE / AMBER DUAL BLUE / YELLOW
RED / AMBER DUAL RED / YELLOW
RED SINGLE RED
BLUE SINGLE RED
WHITE SINGLE RED
AMBER SINGLE RED
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