Code 3 Pursuit Installation And Operation Instructions Manual
Installation and Operation Instructions
Pursuit Lightbar
Introduction
The Pursuit™ Lightbar is a versatile, powerful, high output
warning device suitable for a range of vehicle types and
duties. There are numerous options and lengths available.
The lightbar can either be mounted permanently to the
vehicle or mounted using the vehicle roof gutters. It also
utilizes individual top lenses for easy internal access with
a provision to disconnect the lightbar cable to allow easy
removal of the lightbar.
Contents
Introduction 1
Installation & Mounting 2
Wiring Instructions 2,3
Junction Box Instructions 3,4,5
Warning Signal Modules 6
Controller Features and Functions 6,7
Exploded View 7
The unique shape of the Pursuit Lightbar ensures a sleek,
low prole body hugging t for many vehicle applications.
In addition to the long, maintenance free service life
and low current draw benets of LED technology, the
dual deck Pursuit also supports additional auxiliary
lighting options. Featuring an aluminium chassis and
clear, weatherproof, polycarbonate lenses along with
Replacement Parts 8
Maintenance 9
Troubleshooting 9
Notes 10,11
Warranty 12
encapsulated electronic control modules, the lightbar is
strong, durable and protected against the environment.
IMPORTANT! Read all instructions before installing and using. Installer: This manual must be delivered to the end user.
WARNING!
Failure to install or use this product according to manufacturers recommendations may result in property damage, serious injury,
and/or death to those you are seeking to protect!
Do not install and/or operate this safety product unless you have read and understand the safety information contained in this manual.
1. Proper installation combined with operator training in the use, care, and maintenance of emergency warning devices are essential to
ensure the safety of emergency personnel and the public.
2. Emergency warning devices often require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Exercise caution when working with live electrical
connections.
3. This product must be properly grounded. Inadequate grounding and/or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing,
which can cause personal injury and/or severe vehicle damage, including re.
4. Proper placement and installation is vital to the performance of this warning device. Install this product so that output performance of the
system is maximized and the controls are placed within convenient reach of the operator so that s/he can operate the system without losing
eye contact with the roadway.
5. It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to ensure daily that all features of this product work correctly. In use, the vehicle operator
should ensure the projection of the warning signal is not blocked by vehicle components (i.e., open trunks or compartment doors), people,
vehicles or other obstructions.
6. The use of this or any other warning device does not ensure 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, drive against
trafc, respond at a high rate of speed, or walk on or around trafc lanes.
7. This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only. The user is responsible for understanding and obeying all laws regarding
emergency warning devices. Therefore, the user should check all applicable city, state, and federal laws and regulations. The manufacturer
assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning device.
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Installation and Mounting
Unpacking and Pre-installation Inspection
Carefully remove the light bar and place it on a at surface, taking care not to scratch the lenses or damage the cable coming out of the bottom. Examine the unit for transit damage, broken light heads, etc. Report any damage to the carrier and
keep the shipping carton.
Standard light bars are built to operate on 12volt and 24volt D.C. negative ground (earth) vehicles. If you have an electrical
system other than 12volt or 24volt D.C. negative ground (earth), and have not ordered a specially wired light bar, contact the
factory for instructions.
Test the unit before installation. To test, connect the Junction Box to the lightbar per the Network Junction Box Instruc-
tions section of this manual and touch the black wire to the ground (earth) and the red wire to +12volt or +24volt D.C. (an
automotive battery is preferable for this test). Then touch each of the control wires to power and check for proper operation.
If problems occur at this point, please contact the factory.
Mounting the Lightbar
All mounting hardware is packed in a small box or bag inside the main carton. Four standard kits are available: (1) Hook-On
Type, (1) Tow and Recovery and (2) Permanent Types. NOTE: Hook-on mounting for "gutterless" type vehicles will require a
special hook for mounting. Several special application hooks are available. Contact the factory for details. Refer to the instructions included with the mounting kit for installation.
CAUTION!
When drilling into any vehicle surface, make sure the area is free from any electrical wires, fuel
lines, vehicle upholstery, etc. that could be damaged.
Quick Lightbar Removal
The Pursuit lightbar has been designed with a unique cable access hole enabling the lightbar to be removed without uninstalling the lightbar cable.
1. Remove power to the lightbar/junction box. Failure to do this may damage the lightbar.
2. Remove upper lens set as described in “Lens removal and Installation” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
3. Undo the cable gland nut from the plastic housing. (The large plastic nut inside the lightbar)
4. Unplug the data connector from the LED controller.
5. Using a No.2 point Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw grounding the external harness to the chassis, and the posi-
tive feed to the LED controller.
6. At this point the cable can be pulled from the opening in the plastic housing and the lightbar removed from the vehicle.
Feed the ring terminals through the plastic nut rst then the data connector and do this for the plastic housing also.
7. When reconnecting the lightbar, connect the wiring harnesses and cable gland as originally installed.
Wiring Instructions
Before attempting to connect the lightbar wiring harness, refer to the Network Junction Box Instructions section of this
manual.
1. After the light bar has been mounted, route the wiring harness into the vehicle to the intended network junction box location.
2. Route wires from the vehicle positive (preferrably the battery) to the switch panel in the cab. The vehicle negative should
be direct from the battery negative terminal also. Use suitable high-temperature wire if it passes through the engine compartment. Install a suitable fuse as close to the point of tapped power as possible.
3. See Network Junction Box Instructions for connecting the wires from the lightbar cable and the vehicle to the junction
box. This section has instructions for connecting the input wires from the junction box to the control circuits applicable for
each option. Leave unused wires unconnected and insulated.
4. Use cable ties and grommets to secure and protect all cables and wires.
Important! This unit is a safety device and it must be connected to its own separate, fused power point to assure its
continued operation should any other electrical accessory fail. Do not wire in parallel with any other accessory.
CAUTION!
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Disconnect the battery before wiring up the light bar, to prevent accidental shorting, arcing and/
or electrical shock.
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Notes:
1. Larger wires and tight connections will provide longer service life for components. For high current wires it
is highly recommended that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with shrink tubing to protect
the connections. Do not use insulation displacement connectors (e.g., 3M Scotchlock type connectors).
2. Route wiring using grommets and sealant when passing through compartment walls. Minimize the
number of splices to reduce voltage drop. High ambient temperatures (e.g., under-hood) will signicantly
reduce the current carrying capacity of wires, fuses, and circuit breakers. All wiring should conform to the
minimum wire size and other recommendations of the 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Ground termination should only be made to substantial chassis components, preferably directly to the
vehicle battery.
6. Circuit breakers are very sensitive to high temperatures and will “false trip” when mounted in hot
environments or operated close to their capacity.
Network Junction Box Instructions
The Pursuit lightbar is controlled by the Code 3
Network Junction Box designed for multi-voltage
operation. Before proceeding with installation,
plan all cable routing and wiring carefully.
The Junction box can be mounted by screwing it
into any at surface using the 2 x
supplied screws,
preferably with a drip loop so it is not possible for
water to run down the cables into the unit.
THE JUNCTION BOX IS NOT WATERPROOF, IT
MUST BE MOUNTED WITHIN THE VEHICLE CABIN.
Specications
Input Voltage Range 10-30 VDC
Current Draw - Standby (Typ.) 14 mA
Ambient Operating Temperature -20 to +65 °C
REF PORT DESCRIPTION
Connect the Black ground wire from the Pursuit lightbar’s six conductor cable and
Black screw
terminal
vehicle ground connection, insert both into the screw terminal and tighten. Use a good
chassis ground point or the battery negative terminal, using the shortest possible wire
length with a 10 AWG (4.5mm²) automotive wire.
Connect the Red wire from the Pursuit lightbar’s six conductor cable and vehicle power
+
Red screw
terminal
connection, insert both into the screw terminal and tighten. Use a 10 AWG (4.5mm²)
automotive wire from an external fused or circuit breakered source, using the shortest
possible wire length. The recommended external fuse size is 30A. Do not connect this
power wire until all other connections have been made to the unit.
Blue screw
terminal
Yellow screw
terminal
Connect the Blue wire from the Pursuit lightbar’s cable. This wire connects directly to
the lightbar’s internal controller and should never be connected to power.
Connect the Yellow wire from the Pursuit lightbar’s cable. This wire connects directly
to the lightbar’s internal controller and should never be connected to power.
DATA 4 Way Socket Connect the C3Pro Conguration Programmer to this port when programming.
PORT 1 6 Way Socket See tables below for wire colors and functions.
PORT 2 8 Way Socket See tables below for wire colors and functions.
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Input Wiring Functions for Network Junction Box
36 Inch and Shorter Pursuit Lightbars
Input (Wire Color) Function Description Flash Pattern/Rate
Green/Black Level 1 Level 1 Emergency Mode. Sweep Rev
White/Black Level 2 Level 2 Emergency Mode. Dual End Rotate
Red/Black Level 3 Level 3 Emergency Mode. Pursuit
Orange/Black Takedown Forward facing lower light heads steady burn. Steady
Yellow Left Alley Left facing lower light heads steady burn. Steady
Purple Right Alley Right facing lower light heads steady burn. Steady
Grey
Brown
TD/Alley
Flash
Driver Side
Cut
Forward, Left, and Right lower light heads ash. Single 150
Triggers Driver Side Corners and Alley Positions to turn off for
8 seconds.
Not Available
Blue/Black Rear Cut Triggers all rear facing and rear corners to turn off. Not Available
Pink Front Cut Triggers all front facing and front corners to turn off. Not Available
Green Cruise
Blue Dim
Orange
Arrowstik
Flash
All upper corner light heads will steady burn in a dimmed
state.
Dim can be applied to any feature and pattern except for TD
and Alley.
Cruise Low
Dim Low
Rear lower light heads ash. Single 150
Additional functions not included as part of default conguration
Alley Flash Left and Right lower light heads ash. Single 150
TD Flash Forward lower light heads ash. Single 150
Aux Customer Dened
Left Arrow Rear facing lower light heads illuminate in the left direction. Building Fast
Right Arrow Rear facing lower light heads illuminate in the right direction. Building Fast
Center Out
California
Steady
Rear facing lower light heads illuminate from the center then
outward direction.
Light head steady burns for California T13 Compliance. CA Steady
Any of the wires above not used to control the lightbar should be capped or otherwise insulated from
accidental contact with power sources.
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