Valor
®
Hook-On Mounting Kit Manual
Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel of Warning Lights
People’s lives depend on your proper installation and servicing of Federal Signal products. It is important
to read and follow all instructions shipped with this product. Listed below are some other important safety
instructions and precautions you should follow.
• To properly install a light assembly, you must have a good understanding of automotive electrical
procedures and systems, along with proficiency in the installation and use of safety warning equipment.
• Frequently inspect the light system to ensure that it is operating properly and that it is securely attached
to the vehicle.
• Always refer to the vehicle service manuals when performing equipment installations on a vehicle.
• 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 system controls so the VEHICLE and CONTROLS can be operated safely under all
driving conditions.
• If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify with the vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs to be
recalibrated for proper airbag deployment.
• Do not install equipment or route wiring in the deployment path of an airbag. Failure to observe this
warning will reduce the effectiveness of the airbag or potentially dislodge the equipment, causing serious
injury to you or others.
• To avoid damage to the light bar, do not overtighten screws and nuts.
• This product contains high intensity LED devices. To prevent permanent eye damage, DO NOT stare into
the light beam at close range.
• For additional precautions and information, refer to the instructions packed with related products.
• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining or reinstalling the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or
death.
Overview
This publication provides instructions for installing the Valor light bar to a vehicle with the Hook-On Mounting
Kit. To complete the installation, it is necessary to purchase a vehicle-specific mounting hook kit.
Unpacking the Product
After unpacking the product, inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If it has been damaged,
do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier, stating the extent of the
damage.
Failure to identify damage before installation could lead to the rejection of any claim.
Carefully
check all envelopes, shipping labels, and tags before removing or destroying them. Ensure that the parts
listed in Table 1 are included in the package. If you are missing any parts, contact Federal Signal Customer
Support at 1-800-264-3578, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (CT).tighten the nuts.
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