Code 3 Sprinter - Manual (Page 2)

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Introduction
The SPRINTER uses an easily concealable remote hand held controller coupled to an electronic siren, all designed
to meet the needs of emergency vehicles. This siren provides a compact control head that can virtually be mounted
anywhere in the vehicle along with full 100Watt signal output providing both SAE J1849 and CA Title 13 Compliance.
The purpose of this document is to aid in the setup and installation of the SPRINTER, and to provide instructions for its
proper operation.
Sirens are an integral part of an effective audio/visual emergency warning system. However,
sirens are only short range secondary warning devices. The use of a siren does not insure
that all drivers can or will observe or react to an emergency warning signal, particularly at long
distances or when either vehicle is traveling at a high rate of speed. Sirens should only be used
in a combination with effective warning lights and never relied upon as a sole 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 driving against traffic, or responding at a high rate of speed.
The effectiveness of this warning device is highly dependent upon correct mounting and wiring.
Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions before installing this device. The vehicle operator
should check the equipment daily to insure that all features of the device operate correctly.
To be effective, sirens must produce high sound levels that potentially can inflict hearing damage.
Installers should be warned to wear hearing protection, clear bystanders from the area and not
to operate the siren indoors during testing. Vehicle operators and occupants should assess their
exposure to siren noise and determine what steps, such as consultation with professionals or
use of hearing protection should be implemented to protect their hearing.
This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only. It is the user’s responsibility
to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should check
all applicable city, state and federal laws and regulations. Code 3, Inc., assumes no liability for
any loss resulting from the use of this warning device.
Proper installation is vital to the performance of the siren and the safe operation of the
emergency vehicle. It is important to recognize that the operator of the emergency vehicle is
under psychological and physiological stress caused by the emergency situation. The siren
system should be installed in such a manner as to: A) Not reduce the acoustical performance of
the system, B) Limit as much as practical the noise level in the passenger compartment of the
vehicle, C) Place the controls within convenient reach of the operator so that he can operate
the system without losing eye contact with the roadway.
Emergency warning devices often 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 severe
vehicle damage, including fire.
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.
SIREN PRODUCTS