Whelen 2519LPA User Manual

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ENGINEERING COMPANY INC.

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Installation Guide:

2500 Series Strobe Beacon

Models: 2515, 2519 & 2526

Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices must be properly mounted and wired in order to be effective and safe. Read and follow all of Whelen’s
written instructions when installing or using this device. Emergency vehicles are often operated under high speed stressful conditions which must be
accounted for when installing all emergency warning devices. Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the operator so that he can operate
the system without taking his eyes off the roadway. Emergency warning devices can 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 vehicle damage, including fire. Many electronic devices used in emergency vehicles can create or be affected by electromagnetic
interference. Therefore, after installation of any electronic device it is necessary to test all electronic equipment simultaneously to insure that they operate
free of interference from other components within the vehicle. 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 sufficient 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 specified 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. Whelen assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the
use of this warning device. 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.

Warnings to Users

Warnings to Installers

Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices are intended to alert other operators and pedestrians to the presence and operation of emergency vehicles
and personnel. However, the use of this or any other Whelen emergency warning device does not guarantee that you will have the right-of-way or that
other drivers and pedestrians will properly heed an emergency warning signal. Never assume you have the right-of-way. It is your responsibility to proceed
safely before entering an intersection, driving against traffic, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around traffic lanes. Emergency vehicle
warning devices should be tested on a daily basis to ensure that they operate properly. When in actual use, the operator must ensure that both visual and
audible warnings are not blocked by vehicle components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or other obstructions. It is the user’s
responsibility to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should be familiar with all applicable laws and regulations
prior to the use of any emergency vehicle warning device. Whelen’s audible warning devices are designed to project sound in a forward direction away
from the vehicle occupants. However, because sustained periodic exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing loss, all audible warning devices should be
installed and operated in accordance with the standards established by the National Fire Protection Association.

Safety First

This document provides all the necessary information to allow your Whelen product to be properly and safely installed. Before beginning the installation
and/or operation of your new product, the installation technician and operator must read this manual completely. Important information is contained herein
that could prevent serious injury or damage.

• Proper installation of this product requires the installer to have a good understanding of automotive electronics, systems and procedures.

• Whelen Engineering requires the use of waterproof butt splices and/or connectors if that connector could be exposed to moisture.

• Failure to use specified installation parts and/or hardware will void the product warranty.

• If mounting this product requires drilling holes, the installer MUST be sure that no vehicle components or other vital parts could be damaged
by the drilling process. Check both sides of the mounting surface before drilling begins. Also de-burr the holes and remove any metal shards
or remnants. Install grommets into all wire passage holes.

• If this manual states that this product may be mounted with suction cups, magnets, tape or Velcro®, clean the mounting surface with a 50/50
mix of isopropyl alcohol and water and dry thoroughly.

• Do not install this product or route any wires in the deployment area of your air bag. Equipment mounted or located in the air bag deployment
area will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag, or become a projectile that could cause serious personal injury or death. Refer to
your vehicle owner’s manual for the air bag deployment area. The User/Installer assumes full responsibility to determine proper mounting
location, based on providing ultimate safety to all passengers inside the vehicle.

• For this product to operate at optimum efficiency, a good electrical connection to chassis ground must be made. The recommended
procedure requires the product ground wire to be connected directly to the NEGATIVE (-) battery post (this does not include products that use
cigar power cords).

• If this product uses a remote device for activation or control, make sure that this device is located in an area that allows both the vehicle and
the device to be operated safely in any driving condition.

• Do not attempt to activate or control this device in a hazardous driving situation.

• This product contains either strobe light(s), halogen light(s), high-intensity LEDs or a combination of these lights. Do not stare directly into
these lights. Momentary blindness and/or eye damage could result.

• Use only soap and water to clean the outer lens. Use of other chemicals could result in premature lens cracking (crazing) and discoloration.
Lenses in this condition have significantly reduced effectiveness and should be replaced immediately. Inspect and operate this product
regularly to confirm its proper operation and mounting condition. Do not use a pressure washer to clean this product.

• It is recommended that these instructions be stored in a safe place and referred to when performing maintenance and/or reinstallation of this
product.

• FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR VEHICLE

Automotive: Beacons

AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS!

©2003 Whelen Engineering Company Inc.
Form No.13870E (061614)

For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty

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PERMANENT
MOUNT

"J" HOOK
MOUNT

Fig. 1

The 2500 Series Beacon has fully encapsulated electronics that are
impervious to damage from moisture and vibration. The LED diagnostic
indicator displays the operational state of the electronic power supply and
flash tube. The unit features an automatic photocell Hi/Low feature which
can be overridden to maintain high intensity during nighttime operation.
This beacon also features Scan-Lock™ which allows you to choose
between 7 available flash patterns. There are 6 mounting options (Not all
included with beacon): mirror mount, permanent mount, pipe mount, J­hook mount, magnetic mount, high base mount and Vacuum mount.
(Magnetic and Vacuum mount do not include Scan-Lock™ or Hi/Low.)
This beacon also features an easy to replace snap-in flash tube. All
models are SAE certified.

Specifications:

Model 2515 Series: SAE class 2 (all colors) 12-48 VDC

Input Power:...............................................................................21.5 watts

Output Power:............................................................. 15 watts / 13 joules

Input Current: ..............................................................1.7 amps / 12 VDC

NOTE: Power readings on all models were

......................................................................................0.9 amps / 24 VDC

taken with the beacon operating in CometFlash®.

......................................................................................0.5 amps / 36 VDC

......................................................................................0.3 amps / 48 VDC

Model 2519 Series: SAE class 2 (all colors) 12-24 VDC

Input Power:.................................................................................. 27 watts

Output Power:............................................................. 19 watts / 16 joules

Input Current: ..............................................................2.1 amps / 12 VDC

......................................................................................1.1 amps / 24 VDC

Model 2526 Series: SAE class 1 (all colors) 12-24 VDC

Input Power:.................................................................................. 37 watts

Output Power:............................................................. 26 watts / 22 joules

Input Current: ..............................................................2.9 amps / 12 VDC

......................................................................................1.5 amps / 24 VDC

IMPORTANT! All beacons in this manual should be fused at 5 AMPS.

IMPORTANT! Always be sure the drain hole (located on the bottom of
the base) is facing the rear of the vehicle after mounting.

WARNING: All customer supplied wires that connect to the positive
terminal of the battery must be sized to supply at least 125% of the
maximum operating current and FUSED at the battery to carry the
load. DO NOT USE CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH THIS PRODUCT!

WARNING: The strobe light power supply is a high voltage device.
Do not touch or remove the strobe tube or assembly. Wait 10 minutes
after disconnecting the unit from power before starting any work or
trouble shooting on the power supply or system.

Wiring:

Listed below are the wire designations for the 2500 beacon. To extend the
beacons wires, use the wire gauge indicated below.

WIRE COLOR

RED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 AWG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Positive

BLACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 AWG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ground

VIOLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 or 22 AWG . . . . . . . . High Power Override

WHITE-VIOLET. . . . . . . . . 18 or 22 AWG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scan-Lock

. . . . . . . . . . WIRE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FUNCTION

Mounting:

1 INCH (NPT) PIPE MOUNT:

Threading for a 1 inch (NPT) pipe mounting is precast in the base.

1. Feed power cable through the 1 inch pipe and connect the cable to
the wires of the beacon.

2. Screw the beacon into the threads on the 1” pipe, taking precaution
not to damage the connected power wires. Do not tighten base too
hard as not to damage threads on base.

PERMANENT MOUNT:

1. Use the base as a template and mark the three mounting holes off
onto the mounting surface. Remove base. In the center between the
three mounting holes, mark the location of the wire access hole.

2. Drill the mounting holes with a #16 drill bit. Drill the wire access hole
using a 3/8” drill bit. Remove any burrs from the wire access hole and
It is also recommended that you install a rubber grommet (customer
supplied) into the wire hole to protect the wires.

3. The base seal (ITEM 21) will be used between the strobe beacon
base and the mounting surface.

4. Feed the wires first through the base seal and then through the cable
access hole and place the base (with seal) on the mounting surface

(while lining up the mounting holes in the base with the mounting
holes you drilled into the mounting surface). Secure the beacon

firmly to the mounting surface with the supplied mounting screws.

“J” HOOK MOUNT:

This beacon is equipped to handle the “J” hook mount available on some
beacons. Be sure to use the
correct “J” hook mounting holes
(Fig. 1).

TEMPORARY MOUNT:

IMPORTANT WARNING: The
use of any magnetically
mounted warning device on
the outside of a vehicle in
motion is not recommended
and is at the sole risk and
responsibility of the user.

Magnetic/suction: Thoroughly

clean the proposed mounting surface prior to mounting. For suction cup
mounting, wipe the suction cup clean, place the beacon onto its mounting
surface and apply gentle pressure to ensure a good seal has been
achieved. The Magnetic/Suction Cups mount the same way as standard
suction cups but are best suited to a flat, steel surface. Magnetic: Place
the beacon onto the mounting surface and plug it into the vehicle cigar
lighter. The magnetic mount models do not offer Scan-Lock, Cruise Light,
Low Power or SYNC.

HIGH BASE MOUNT:

NOTE: The high base will also accept a 1 inch NPT pipe mount.

1. Install the supplied rubber wire grommet into the high base and feed
the beacon wires through the grommet.

2. Install the three fastex grommets into the high base as shown then,
using the 3 sheet metal screws from the existing base, secure the
existing base to the high base.

3. Using the base as a template mark off the two mounting hole
locations onto the mounting surface. Remove the base and in the
center mark the location of the wire access hole.

4. Drill mounting holes into the mounting surface with a drill sized for
#10-24 mounting screws (customer supplied). Drill the wire access
hole using a 3/8” drill bit. Remove any burrs from the wire access
hole and it is also recommended that you install a rubber grommet
(customer supplied) to protect the wires.

5. The base seal will be used between the strobe beacon base and the
mounting surface.

6. Feed the wires first through the base seal and then through the wire
access hole and place the base (with seal) on the mounting surface

(while lining up the mounting holes in the base with the mounting
holes you drilled into the mounting surface). Secure the beacon

firmly to the mounting surface with your mounting screws.

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