Code 3 Z100/Z100LP Speaker - Manual (Page 4)

CONNECTION OF A 58 WATT SPEAKER TO THE 100 WATT TERMINAL WILL CAUSE
THE SPEAKER TO BURN OUT, AND WILL VOID THE SPEAKER WARRANTY!
The sound projecting opening should be pointed forward, parallel to the ground, and not
obstructed or muffled by structural components of the vehicle. Concealed or under-hood
mountings in some cases will result in a dramatic reduction in performance. To minimize
this reduction, mount the speaker so the sound emitted is projected directly forward and
obstruction by vehicle components such as hoses, brackets, grille, etc. is minimized.
Electromechanical sirens and electronic siren speakers should be mounted as far from the
occupants as possible using acoustically insulated compartments and isolation mountings
to minimize the transmission of sound into the vehicle. It may be helpful to mount the device
on the front bumper, engine cowl or fender; heavily insulate the passenger compartment;
and operate the siren only with the windows closed.
Each of these approaches may cause significant operational problems, including loss of
siren performance from road slush, increased likelihood of damage to the siren in minor
collisions, and the inability to hear the sirens on other emergency vehicles. APPROPRIATE
TRAINING OF VEHICLE OPERATORS IS RECOMMENDED TO ALERT THEM TO THESE
PROBLEMS AND MINIMIZE THE EFFECT OF THESE PROBLEMS DURING
OPERATIONS.
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WARNING!
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WARNING!
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. Ease of operation and convenience to the operator should be the prime
consideration when mounting the siren and controls. Adjust the mounting angle to allow
maximum operator visibility.
Do not mount the Control Head Module in a location that will obstruct the drivers view.
Mount the microphone clip in a convenient location to allow the operator easy access.
Devices should be mounted only in locations that conform to their SAE identification code as
described in SAE Standard J 1849. For example, electronics designed for interior mounting
should not be placed underhood, etc. Controls should be placed within convenient reach* of
the driver or if intended for two person operation the driver and/or passenger. In some
vehicles, multiple control switches and/or using methods such as “horn ring transfer” which
utilizes the vehicle horn switch to toggle between siren tones may be necessary for
convenient operation from two positions.
* Convenient reach is defined as the ability of the operator of the siren systems to manipulate
the controls from his normal driving/riding position without excessive movement away from
the seat back or loss of eye contact with the roadway.
The user should install a fuse sized to approximately 125% of the maximum Amp capacity in
the supply line to protect against short circuits. For example, a 30 Amp fuse should carry a
maximum of 24 Amps. DO NOT USE 1/4" DIAMETER GLASS FUSES AS THEY ARE NOT
SUITABLE FOR CONTINUOUS DUTY IN SIZES ABOVE 15 AMPS. Circuit breakers are
very sensitive to high temperatures and will “false trip” when mounted in hot environments or
operated close to their capacity.
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