Federal Signal Corporation QL43, QL73, QuadraFlare DOT Installation And Service Instructions Manual

25500354
Rev. A0 0916
Printed in U.S.A.
© Copyright 2016 Federal Signal Corporation

Model QuadraFlare® DOT

Warning Lights

Installation and

Service Instructions

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visite www.fedsig.com

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Figures

Figure 1 Exploded Assembly View ............................10

Figure 2 Mounting Hole Locations ..............................11

Tables

Table 1 Wire Functions .................................................4

Table 2 Kit Contents List ...............................................4

Table 3 Replacement Parts ...........................................9

Table 4 Hole Patterns ...................................................11

Contents

Safety Message to Installers ........................................3

Overview of the QuadraFlare........................................4

Unpacking the QuadraFlare..........................................4

Kit Contents List ............................................................4

Installing the QuadraFlare ............................................5

Wiring the QuadraFlare .................................................6

Safety Message to Operators .......................................7

Cleaning the QuadraFlare .............................................8

Getting Technical Support ............................................8

Getting Repair Service ..................................................8

Replacement Parts ........................................................9

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Safety Message to Installers

People’s lives depend on your proper installation of our products.
It is important to read, understand and follow all instructions
shipped with the products. In addition, listed below are some other
important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:

• To properly install this light, you must have a good
understanding of automotive electrical procedures and

systems, along with prociency in the installation and use of

safety warning equipment.

• DO NOT install equipment or route wiring or cord in the
deployment path of an airbag.

• If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify with the
vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs to be recalibrated for
proper airbag deployment.

• When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both sides
of the surface are clear of anything that could be damaged.

• Locate the light control so the VEHICLE and CONTROL can
be operated safely under all driving conditions.

• Do not attempt to activate or deactivate light control while
driving in a hazardous situation.

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

• Frequently inspect the light to ensure that it is operating
properly and that it is securely attached to the vehicle.

• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when
maintaining and/or reinstalling the product.

Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result
in property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others.

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Overview of the QuadraFlare

The Federal Signal QuadraFlare DOT Warning Light is a self­contained, high intensity, LED light designed for mounting to the
exterior of a vehicle. All models are available in a variety of colors

and are to be driven by an external asher. All units are designed
to work with Federal Signal ashers. Refer to the particular
asher instructions for proper wiring. Model QuadraFlare DOT

Warning Light is designed for operation on 12 Vdc at 2.0 A. The
QuadraFlare DOT Warning light may be available in dual color
models.

NOTE: All warning light units should NOT be considered for
steady burn applications.

Table 1 Wire Functions

Models Red White

Warning Color 1 Color 2

BTT Brake/Turn Tail

Reverse Reverse N/A

Unpacking the QuadraFlare

After unpacking the light, inspect it for damage that may have
occurred in transit. If the unit has been damaged, do not attempt
to install or operate it. File a claim im mediately with the carrier,
stating the extent of damage.

Kit Contents List

Table 2 Kit Contents List

Qty. Description Part No.

4 #6 x 2.0" Screw, S.S 7000A404-32

4 Rivet nut, Rubber, #6-32 70900417

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Installing the QuadraFlare

INSTALL IN RECOMMENDED AREAS: When installing equipment
inside airbag equipped vehicles, the installer MUST ensure that
the equipment is installed ONLY in areas recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer.

Failure to observe this warning reduces the effectiveness of the
airbag, damage the airbag, or potentially damage or dislodge the
equipment, causing serious injury or death to you or others.

NOTE: For maximum coverage and effectiveness, mount the light
assembly in a horizontal orientation (see Figure 1).

Before proceeding with installation, determine the approximate
location of the light assembly and plan all cable/wire routing.

To install the QuadraFlare, proceed as follows:

1. See Figure 1. Position the QuadraFlare Warning Light
assembly on the desired mounting surface. Ensure that the
unit is level side to side. Using the dimensions provided in
Figure 2, scribe the four mounting hole locations and a wiring
routing hole location on the mounting surface.

DAMAGE TO LIGHT: When installing the QuadraFlare light on a

vehicle, you MUST use the manufacturer’s supplied screws and

screw grommets. Do not use an impact drill or an electric screw
gun when installing the light. Torque the mounting screws to

the manufacturer’s recommended specication of 12 in-lb +/-10

percent.

Failure to observe these precautions damages the light and void
any warranty claims for the light.

DRILLING PRECAUTIONS: Before drilling holes in ANY part of a
vehicle, be sure that both sides of the mounting surface are clear
of parts that could be damaged; such as brake lines, fuel lines,
electrical wiring or other vital parts.

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2. Drill four 1/4" (0.250") mounting holes and a wire routing
hole 1" (1.00") at the previously scribed locations.

3. Install the four supplied rubber rivet nuts into the four 1/4"
mounting holes.

NOTE: When removing the QuadraFlare Warning Lights, inspect
the mounting grommets for wear and replace them as needed.

DRILLING PRECAUTIONS: All drilled holes should be free of
burrs and sharp edges. Grommet (user supplied) all wire routing

holes and/or sealed to avoid wire and/or vehicle damage.

4. The QuadraFlare Warning Light assembly has two or three
12" long lead wires, which exit out the back of the unit, for
making electrical connections.

5. Complete the electrical connections as described in the Wiring
the QuadraFlare section.

6. See Figure 1. Align the QuadraFlare Warning Light assembly
with the previously inserted rubber rivet nuts and secure with
the provided #6 x 2.0" S.S. screws.

NOTE: QuadraFlare models have identiable color-coded sticker

dots located on the backside of the light assembly. The color-coded
sticker dots correspond to the LED colors on the PC board.

The rst letter in the model number extension “_XX” is the color

that activated by the red wire. The second is activated by the white
wire.

Never apply power to both red and white wires. Both colors will
illuminate incorrectly.

Wiring the QuadraFlare

The Model QuadraFlare Warning Light assembly operates on

12 Vdc. Five 12-inch long lead wires are supplied for making
electrical connections to the QuadraFlare Warning Light assembly.

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Ensure that all wires are properly connected and insulated
appropriately.

To make electrical connections, proceed as follows:

1. Using 18-gauge (minimum) wire, connect the red (+) lead to
the positive power source terminal and the black (–) lead to

the negative power source terminal at the asher.

2. For pre-terminated models, plug connector to the cable.

Safety Message to Operators

Peoples’ lives depend on your safe use of our products. Listed

below are some important safety instructions and precautions
you should follow:

• Although your warning system is operating properly, it may

not be completely effective. People may not see or heed your
warn ing signal. You must recognize this fact and continue
driving cautiously.

• Also, situations may occur which obstruct your warning

signal when natural or man-made objects are between your

vehicle and others, such as: raising your hood or trunk lid. If
these situations occur, be especially careful.

• This product contains high intensity LED devices. To prevent

eye damage, DO NOT stare into the light beam at close
range.

• At the start of your shift, you should ensure that the light is

securely attached and operating properly.

Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in property
damage, serious injury, or death to you, to passengers, or to
others.

Retain and refer to this message.

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Cleaning the QuadraFlare

CLEANING POLYCARBONATE DOMES AND LENSES: Crazing

(ne cracks) of lenses causes reduced effectiveness of the light.

Do not use cleaning agents (which causes crazing) such as
strong detergents, solvents, or petroleum products. If crazing
of lens es does occur, reliability of light for emergency signaling
purposes may be reduced until lenses are replaced.

CLEANING POLYCARBONATE DOMES AND LENSES: To extend
the life of this device, periodic cleaning is necessary. Clean the

lens/dome with a mild, non-abrasive, neutral-pH cleaning agent

and a soft, clean cloth. Rinse the device thoroughly to ensure
that no cleaning agent residue remains. To avoid water spots,
dry the device with a soft clean cloth.

Failure to follow this precaution can cause crazing or cracking of

the lens/dome and voids the warranty claims for the light.

NOTE: Scratched or dull reector, mirrors or lenses reduces the

effectiveness of the lighting system. Use a mild, non-abrasive,
neutral-pH cleaning agent and a soft, clean cloth, when cleaning
the lighting system. Replace any optical components that may
have been scratched or crazed during system installation. The use
of strong, non-neutral-pH cleaners voids the warranty.

Getting Technical Support

For technical support, please contact:
Federal Signal Corporation
Service Department
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Getting Repair Service

The Federal Signal factory provides technical assistance with any
problems that cannot be handled locally.

Any units returned to Federal Signal for service, inspection, or

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repair must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization
(RMA). Obtain a RMA from a local Distributor or Manufacturer’s

Representative.

Provide a brief explanation of the service requested, or the nature
of the malfunction.

Address all communications and shipments to the following:

Federal Signal Corporation
Service Department
2645 Federal Signal Dr.
University Park, IL 60484-3167

Replacement Parts

Table 3 Replacement Parts

Description QL43 QL73

Mounting Screws, #6 x 1-1/2" 7000A404-26 7000A404-26

Rubber Rivet Nut, #6-32 70900417 70900417

Lens, Fluted, Red 801201253 801201545

Lens, Fluted, Amber 801201253-01 801201545-01

Lens, Fluted, Clear 801201253-02 801201545-02

Lens, Fluted, Blue 801201253-03 801201545-03

Lens, Fluted, Green 801201253-04 801201545-04

Lens, Fluted, Red DOT 801201252 801201544

Lens, Fluted, Amber DOT 801201252-01 801201544-01

Lens, Fluted, Clear DOT 801201252-02 801201544-02

Lens, Fluted, Blue DOT 801201252-03 801201544-03

Lens, Fluted, Green DOT 801201252-04 801201544-04

Lens, Smooth, Red N/A N/A

Lens, Smooth, Amber N/A N/A

Lens, Smooth, Clear N/A N/A

Lens, Smooth, Blue N/A N/A

Lens, Smooth, Green N/A N/A

Optional Chrome Bezel w/
Gasket

QL43MC QL73MC

N/A indicates not available.

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Figure 1 Exploded Assembly View

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2

3

4

5

6

7

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LEGEND

1. MOUNTING SCREW, #6 X 2.0", S.S.

2. LENS

3. REFLECTOR

4. LED PC BOARD ASSEMBLY

5. BASE

6. ASSEMBLY SCREWS (4)

7. SCREW GROMMET

8. VEHICLE BODY

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Figure 2 Mounting Hole Locations

Ø 0.25" (4) PLCS

Ø 1.00"

B/2 (2X)

A

A/2 (2X)

Table 4 Hole Patterns

Nominal
size

A A/2 B B/2

4 x 3 4.200 2.100 2.375 1.188

6 x 4 5.750 2.875 3.250 1.625

7 x 3 6.562 3.281 2.375 1.188

9 x 7 7.250 3.625 5.250 2.625

2645 Federal Signal Drive • University Park, IL 60484-3167
Phone: [phone] • 800-264-3578 • Fax: [phone]
www.fedsig.com