Code 3 Hide-A-Way User Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

HIDE-A-WAY

STROBE LIGHT HEADS

HIDE-A-WAY STROBE LIGHT HEADS

Contents:

Introduction ......................................................... 2

Unpacking & Pre-Installation .............................. 2

Installation ........................................................ 3-4

Parts & Exploded View ....................................... 5

Maintenance ....................................................... 6

Options ............................................................... 6

Notes .................................................................. 7

Warranty ............................................................. 8

IMPORTANT:

Read all instructions and warnings before installing and using.

INSTALLER: This manual must be delivered to the end user of this equipment.

Introduction

The Hide-A-Way Strobe Light Heads are designed as auxiliary lights for the emergency vehicle market. The light heads can be used with either the by using the optional cable assemblies. Use of any other power supply may cause shortened service life of the strobe tube.

Consisting only of a clear or colored strobe tube assembly, flange bracket, mounting fasteners and a gasket, the Hide-A-Way Strobe is easy to install. The design allows the user to customize the lighting system without changing the vehicles appearance. For installations or replacements after 1/1/2005, the new grommet stlye tube is supplied. This eliminates the need of the flange and gasket.

The use of this or any warning device does not insure 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 traffic, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around traffic lanes. The effectiveness of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct mounting and

WARNING!

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. Public Safety Equipment, 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 fire. Do not touch the strobe light tubes, the strobe light head assemblies or the strobe power supply while the system is in operation. Wait 10 minutes after turning off the power from system before touching any internal components. 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.

CODE 3

PSE Amber

, 2 head or 4 head Strobe Power Supplies

The inherent variability of where the user mounts the strobe lamp unit in the reflector

WARNING!

assembly and the resultant non-optimal use of the reflector optics preclude certification to the requirements of Ca. Title XIII, SAE, AAMVA, GSA, KKK, 1822C or may invalidate DOT/ SAE certification of OEM lighting. The units are intended for SECONDARY warning only and are intended for USE IN CONJUNCTION with an approved PRIMARY warning light system.

Unpacking And Pre-Installation

Carefully remove the light head from its protective packaging. Inspect the unit for transit damage (broken strobe tube, etc). Report any damage to the carrier and keep the shipping carton. Verify that two #6 x 1/2” screws per lighthead are included (flange mount tubes only). The optional three wire cable comes in a 15, 20 or 25 foot length. Both ends of the cable have Amp #60619-0 sockets attached to each wire. The cable comes with a parts bag consisting of 2 AMP #1-480303-0 Mate-N-Lok socket housings and 1 #8 noninsulated ring terminal. Verify that these items are also included.

Installation

1. Select the desired mounting for the Hide-A-Way strobe light assembly, keeping in mind that the strobe light will share the same reflector as the headlight, brake light or turn signal lighting. Make sure that the Hide-AWay Strobe Light does not interfere with the proper operation of these lights see Figure 2.

2. Remove the reflector assembly from the vehicle. Choose a surface in the rear or bottom of the housing which is as flat as possible and as close to the reflector focal point as possible see Figure 2. Using a one inch diameter hole saw, cut a clearance hole for the Hide-Away strobe light in the housing as shown in Figure 3 (figure 3 may be used as a template). If installing the flange style tube, mark the location of the holes for the two mounting screws, then with a .078 inch bit, drill both holes. Remove the backing from the flange gasket to expose the adhesive. Carefully stick the gasket to the reflector assembly ensuring that it is properly aligned with the three predrilled holes. Place the strobe light head flange onto the strobe tube assembly, Twist clockwise until it stops.

3. Install the strobe tube assembly into the reflector as shown in Figure 5. Weather seal around the grommet with a bead of silicone.

4. With the cable end located at the light head mounting location, route the three wire cable to the strobe power supply. Allow three inches minimum slack at the light head to facilitate strobe tube assembly replacement. Route the cable to the strobe power supply securing the cable along the way as necessary.

5. At the light head and power supply ends of the cable, insert the 3 AMP sockets into the AMP socket housing as shown in Figure 4.

AT THE LIGHT HEAD END ONLY

, Cut the shield wire flush with the jacket.

6. At the power supply end of the cable, determine if the cable length is acceptable. If a shorter length is required, bundle the excess cable and secure it with a wire-tie. Crimp the #8 ring terminal to the shield wire and attach to the nearest chassis grounded structure.

WHITE WIRE - TRIGGER BLACK WIRE - CATHODE RED WIRE - HIGH VOLTAGE

THIS END TO POWER SUPPLY

FIGURE 1

SHIELD WIRE

9. Test the strobe tube by connecting the cable to the Strobe Power Supply per the instructions with the power supply.

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