Code 3 Intrepid User Manual

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

IntrepidTM Series Interior Lights

WARNING: This product contains high intensity LED devices. To prevent eye damage, DO NOT stare into the light
beam at close range.

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 pro-

ceed safely before entering an intersection, driving against trafc, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or
around trafc 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 dam-

age, including re. 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.

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

WARNING: This unit must be mounted within the interior passenger compartment of the vehicle only. It is not intended
for use in exterior applications. All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

and securely fastened to vehicle elements of sufcient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device.

THIS UNIT IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE SUSPENDED BY THE SUCTION CUPS ABOVE THE
DASHBOARD. WHEN USING THE SUCTION CUPS FOR INSTALLATION, THE UNIT IS
TO BE PLACED ON TOP OF THE DASHBOARD. THE SUCTIONS CUPS ONLY PREVENT
MOVEMENT OF THE UNIT.

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 specied 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.

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Introduction: Read all instructions and warnings before installing and using. The IntrepidTM Lights are for the

emergency vehicle market. The lights are to be connected directly to +12 VDC systems for independent ashing or
through electromechanical or solid state asher units.

Unpacking & Pre-Installation: Carefully remove the hardware, taking care not to scratch the lens, and inspect for
transit damage. Report any damage to the carrier and keep the shipping carton. Verify the contents of the package
(refer to Tables and Figures). Test the lights before installation by inserting the cigarette plug-in of the power cord into
an appropriate +12 VDC socket. If problems occur, contact the factory.

Installation & Mounting - Suction Cup (or Headliner if Suction Cups Removed)

The below steps apply to IntrepidTM Lights. See Figures 1, 2 & 3.

CAUTION: This unit is not designed to be suspended by the suction cups above the dashboard. When using

the suction cups for installation, the unit must be placed on top of the dashboard. The suction cups only pre­vent movement of the unit.

1. Attach one suction cup to the T52218 90-degree mounting bracket using one of the #10 self tapping screws. Do not
overtighten. Repeat for the remaining three suction cups.

2. Attach the T52217 bracket to the light head using two T00390 8-32x3/4” machine screws.

3. Position the T52239 Retention Strip through the large opening in the T52217 bracket, then secure to the T52217
bracket using one T07077 6-32x1/4” machine screw.

4. Attach the T52218 90-degree mounting bracket (with suction cups installed) to the T52217 bracket/light head as­sembly and secure using four T07077 6-32x1/4” machine screws (two per side). Do not tighten at this time.

5. Snap the T52212 swivel visor into the light head.

6. Ensure the vehicle is on level ground.

7. Place the assembled light head against the inside of the windshield at the desired location and press the suction cups
until they depress and are secured.

8. Rotate the assembled light head until it is at the desired position, and then tighten the previously installed T07077

6-32x1/4” machine screws (4 total). The rotating visor will automatically adjust to t the curvature of the windshield and
minimize ashback.

Installation & Mounting - Deck (or Headliner if Light Head Assembly Turned Over)

The below steps apply to IntrepidTM Lights. Only the Single is shown. See Figures 4, 5 & 6.

CAUTION: The unit must be mounted through the steel of the vehicle. Avoid mounting to plastic or other non-

structural hardware.

1. Attach the T52217 bracket to the light head using two T00390 8-32x3/4” machine screws.

2. Attach the T52218 90-degree mounting bracket to the T52217 bracket/light head assembly and secure using four
T07077 6-32x1/4” machine screws (two per side). Do not tighten at this time.

3. Mark off and drill four mounting holes using the dimensions shown on Figure 7. It is recommended that #6 or larger
self tapping or machine screws are used (customer must supply). Verify free clearance exists behind the mounting
surface for wires and fasteners before drilling.

4. Secure unit to deck or headliner.

5. Rotate the assembled light head until it is at the desired position, and then tighten the previously installed T07077
6-32x1/4” machine screws (4 total).

Wiring Instructions

All models are stand alone self-contained units ready for installation with no special wiring required. They are delivered
with a cigarette plug designed to be used with a +12VDC fused lighter socket. Alternately, the user can remove the plug
and connect (through a properly sized fuse) to a user supplied switch. The ribbed wire is positive (+12VDC) and the
smooth wire is negative. The following guidelines must be adhered to:

a. Customer must supply grommet to ensure no wire chang occurs when routing wires though vehicle.

b. Use 18 AWG for wires up to 40’ length, 16 AWG for wires up to 70’ length.
c. Waterproof connectors are recommended.

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Suction Cup
Part of T03434 Suction Cup Kits

T52218 Bracket, 90 Degree, Intrepid (qty 1)

Light Head Assembly (qty 1)
(Dual 3LED)
See Table for Part Numbers

T52217 Bracket, Base, Intrepid, Dual 3LED (qty 1)

T07077 6-32x1/4" Machine Screw (qty 4)

T00390 8-32x3/4" Machine Screw, SS (qty 2)

T52212 Visor Swivel, Intrepid, Dual 3LED (qty 1)

#10 Self Tapping Screw
Part of T03434 Suction Cup Kits

T52239 Retention Strip, Visor, Essex & Intrepid (qty 1)

Parts List and Exploded Views

TABLE 1

Assembly

(Fig 1)

Dual Interior Intrepid

Mount Part Num-

Deck INT2RD-XX

TM

Visor INT2VS-XX

ber

Light
Head Available Colors

XX: RR (Red/Red), AA (Amber/Amber), BB (Blue/
Blue), WW (White/White), RB (Red/Blue), BA (Blue/
Amber), RA (Red/Amber), RW (Red/White), AW (Am­ber/White), BW (Blue/White)

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 1 - Visor Mount or Headliner Mount

FIGURE 3

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T52217 Bracket, Base, Intrepid, Dual 3LED (qty 1)

T07077 6-32x1/4" Machine Screw (qty 4)

T52218 Bracket, 90 Degree, Intrepid (qty 1)

T00390 8-32x3/4" Machine Screw, SS (qty 2)

Light Head Assembly (qty 1)
(Dual 3LED)
See Table for Part Numbers

FIGURE 4 - Deck Mount or Headliner Mount

FIGURE 5

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FIGURE 6

Installation Dimensions - Deck Mount

8.375

7.875

.550

Do NOT scale from drawing supplied.
Use dimensions as indicated.

FIGURE 7

Power Requirements CURRENT DRAW
Steady Burn (Peak)
IntrepidTM Dual 3LED Light Head 1.20 amp average when solid ash pattern chosen

Operation

All models are stand alone self-contained units ready for installation with no special wiring required. They are delivered with
a cigarette plug designed to be used with a +12VDC fused lighter socket.
Alternately, the user can remove the plug and connect (through a properly sized fuse) to a user supplied switch.
The ribbed wire is positive (+12VDC) and the smooth wire is negative.

Flash Pattern Selection - Dual Head

80FPM Quad Flash, Left/Right (Default)
80FPM Quad Flash, Simultaneous
80FPM Quad Flash/Solid
Steady Burn
75FPM Single Flash, Left/Right
75FPM Single Flash, Simultaneous
75FPM Single Flash/Solid
150FPM Single Flash, Left/Right
150FPM Single Flash, Simultaneous
150FPM Single Flash/Solid
75FPM Double Flash, Left/Right
75FPM Double Flash, Simultaneous
75FPM Double Flash/Solid
150FPM Double Flash, Left/Right
150FPM Double Flash, Simultaneous
150FPM Double Flash/Solid
75FPM Triple Flash, Left/Right
75FPM Triple Flash, Simultaneous
75FPM Triple Flash/Solid
150FPM Triple Flash, Left/Right
150FPM Triple Flash, Simultaneous
150FPM Triple Flash/Solid

75FPM Quad Pop Flash, Left/Right
75FPM Quad Pop Flash, Simultaneous
75FPM Quad Pop Flash/Solid
150FPM Quad Pop Flash, Left/Right
150FPM Quad Pop Flash, Simultaneous
150FPM Quad Pop Flash/Solid
Modular Flash, Left/Right
Modular Flash, Simultaneous
Modular Flash/Solid
75FPM Cycle Flash, Left/Right
75FPM Cycle Flash, Simultaneous
75FPM Cycle Flash/Solid
150FPM Cycle Flash, Left/Right
150FPM Cycle Flash, Simultaneous
150FPM Cycle Flash/Solid
Demo Mode, Left/Right
Demo Mode, Simultaneous
Demo Mode Flash/Solid

Each ash pattern can be selected by momentarily depressing the button until the unit stops ashing, and then releasing.
As each ash pattern is selected it is automatically programmed into the unit such that when power is removed it will always

return to the selected pattern the next time power is applied.

Explanation of Dual Head Flash Pattern Operation:

Left/Right: Left light head ashes, then right light head ashes (alternating).
Simultaneous: Both light heads ash together.
Flash/Solid (for California). Half of the light ashes, the other half is in steady burn mode.

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Maintenance

Use mild detergent, warm water and a soft cloth to clean lens surfaces. Use of any other chemicals may void product
warranty. Thoroughly dry before reinstalling.

WARRANTY

Code 3®, Inc.’s emergency devices are tested and found to be operational at the time of manufacture. Provided
they are installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations, Code 3®, Inc. guarantees all parts
and components except the lamps to a period of 1 year, LED Light head modules to a period of 5 years (unless otherwise
expressed) from the date of purchase or delivery, whichever is later. Units demonstrated to be defective within the warranty
period will be repaired or replaced at the factory service center at no cost.

Use of lamp or other electrical load of a wattage higher than installed or recommended by the factory, or use of
inappropriate or inadequate wiring or circuit protection causes this warranty to become void. Failure or destruction of the
product resulting from abuse or unusual use and/or accidents is not covered by this warranty. Code 3®, Inc. shall in no way
be liable for other damages including consequential, indirect or special damages whether loss is due to negligence or breach
of warranty.

CODE 3®, INC. MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
WARRANTIES OF FITNESS OR MERCHANTABILITY, WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT.

PRODUCT RETURNS

If a product must be returned for repair or replacement*, please contact our factory to obtain a Return
Goods Authorization Number (RGA number) before you ship the product to Code 3®, Inc. Write the RGA

number clearly on the package near the mailing label. Be sure you use sufcient packing materials to

avoid damage to the product being returned while in transit.

*Code 3®, Inc. reserves the right to repair or replace at its discretion. Code 3®, Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for expenses incurred for the removal and /or reinstallation of products requiring service
and/or repair.; nor for the packaging, handling, and shipping: nor for the handling of products returned to sender after the service has been rendered.

Problems or Questions? Call The Technical Assistance HOTLINE - [phone]

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Public Safety Equipment, Inc.

Revision 1, 2/2011 - Instruction Book Part No. T52209

©2010 Public Safety Equipment, Inc. Printed in USA

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