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TB0355A 

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09/27/05 

INSTALLATION 

 

Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation.  Please read all instruction 

before

 

installing the unit.  Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void 
warranties. 
 

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers and the community please observe the following safety 
precautions.  

Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, injury or 

death.

 

Qualifications - 

The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic electricity, vehicle electrical systems and 

emergency equipment. 

 

 Sound 

Hazard 

- Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.  

Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity. 

 

(Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines) 

 

Mounting

 - Mount the unit for easy access by the vehicle operator.  DO NOT mount in air bag deployment area.  

Assure clearances before drilling in vehicle.  To prevent internal damage mounting bolts must not enter case more 
than 1/4". 

Wiring

 - Use wiring capable of handling the current required.  Make sure all connections are tight.  Route wiring to 

prevent wear, overheating and interference with air bag deployment.  Install and check all wiring before connection to 
vehicle battery. 

Testing

 - Test all siren functions after installation to assure proper operation.  Test vehicle operation to assure no 

damage to vehicle. 

Keep These Instructions

 - Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future reference.  Advise the 

vehicle operator of the location. 
 

MOUNTING 

The mounting bracket supplied can be installed above or below the unit.  Choose a mounting location convenient to 
the operator and away from any air bag deployment areas.  Inspect behind mounting area for clearance.  Assure 
adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.  Consider wire routing and access to connections, as well as microphone 
bracket placement.  Install mounting bracket to vehicle using 1/4" hardware (not supplied). 
If mounting in a rack or console, make sure that mounting bolts do not enter case more than 1/4". 
 
A microphone clip along with mounting screws (CP3633) holds the microphone in place. 
 
 

 

1/4-20 Bolt 
(CP3966) 

Bolt must not pass through 
cover more than 1/4” 

CP3571 Mounting Bracket

 

 

Summary of Contents for SA-500-16 14V

Page 1: ...F F O N SA 500 RAD INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL SA 500 16 14V SPECIAL PROGRAMMED WITH YELP OVERRIDE ON THE MAN PHSR BUTTON Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company Inc Sound Hazard Sound level from siren speaker 120dBA 10 feet may cause hearing damage Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity Ref OSHA 1910 95 for occupationa...

Page 2: ...EIGHT 5 pounds NIGHT VISIBILITY Backlit front control panel when power is on PROTECTION High Voltage Siren output stops with input voltage above highest rating Stops high output power from blowing speaker Reverse Polarity Fuse s blows when power is wired backwards Shorted Output Fuse s blows if speaker shorts a common problem NOTICE Due to continuous product improvements we must reserve the right ...

Page 3: ...l damage mounting bolts must not enter case more than 1 4 Wiring Use wiring capable of handling the current required Make sure all connections are tight Route wiring to prevent wear overheating and interference with air bag deployment Install and check all wiring before connection to vehicle battery Testing Test all siren functions after installation to assure proper operation Test vehicle operati...

Page 4: ...The auxiliary input is normally activated by connecting to positive To activate by connecting to ground cut the two jumper resistors labeled AUX P Cutout Input Polarity The cutout input is normally activated by connecting to positive To activate by connecting to ground cut the two jumper resistors labeled CUT P Two Tone Two Tone can replace Phaser by cutting the jumper resistor labeled T T Phaser ...

Page 5: ...e of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for adequate short circuit protection and reliable operation The preferred source is directly at the vehicle battery The unit is internally fused Attach leads by stripping 3 8 inserting into connector and clamp by tightening screw Make sure the screw is tight and the wire can t be pulled out Failure to adequately tighten the screw can result in improper ...

Page 6: ...ptional operation includes replacement of the Phaser tone with Two Tone or disabling the Phaser tone entirely Horn This push button switch provides a simulated air horn tone while pressed This can be used to supplement the normal vehicle horn and is useful at intersections or in low noise areas This tone will override all other siren tones PA Pressing the microphone button in any mode except Radio...

Page 7: ...erly The input voltage must be greater than lowest rating Intermittent siren tone High Voltage Protection Connector or connections loose Loose connection at power source Mic button activation Circuit breaker in supply connection Is the vehicle voltage regulator working properly Is the connector tight on the back of the unit Check for loose leads back to power source Is something lying on the micro...

Page 8: ...l volume PA or RAD 1K ohm 5 CP4680 1 Cover with stud does not include CP4679 Chassis ATO ATC 20A Fuse 20A Automotive 6 CP4702 Knob rotary switch black substitute CP4852 black knob 7 CP4835 Label front panel CP3570 Microphone Noise Canceling CP3633 Microphone clip with mounting screws SR 15 1 Microphone strain relief 8 CP4685 Switch pushbutton Horn or Man Phsr 9 CP3962 Switch rocker power 10 CP4683...

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