Code 3 Z3 Siren Installation & Operation Manual - Manual (Page 2)

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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 traffi c, 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 infl ict 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 fi re.
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.
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The Z3 Siren consists of a remotely mounted siren amplifi er with integral lighting control. This is operated by a compact control panel designed to be
conveniently mounted near the operator. This model includes the following standard features:
- Primary Push-Buttons: WAIL, YELP, ALT TONE (Default Tone for ALT TONE is Hi-Lo 1 but can be confi gured to use other tones).
- Secondary Tones: Multiple User Confi gurable Tones.
- MANUAL Push-Button: Default tone is the Manual Wail.
- AIR HORN Push-Button: Default tone is Air Horn 1.
- 8 Auxiliary Controls: Default to control Auxiliary A through Auxiliary H outputs. Can be confi gured to control multiple Auxiliary outputs from one
Auxiliary push-button.
- ArrowStik Control: Multiple User Confi gurable Flash Patterns (For use with conventional ArrowStik).
- Integrated Centrally Controlled ArrowStik.
- Integrated Code 3 Serial Lightbar Control.
The Z3 Siren is a remote control electronic siren that has been designed to meet the needs of all emergency vehicles. The Z3 Siren incorporates
many of the popular features of the past and uses microprocessor based circuitry and MOSFET technology. All standard features are available along
with many new features that are not available on any other Code 3 siren: Fully Confi gurable 3-Level Switch, Selectable Tones, Adjustable
Backlighting and much more. The Z3 Siren can be controlled by the Steering Wheel Interface Ford P.I. Sedan and Utility (The Z3-SWIF).
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS TO USERS OF SIRENS: “Wail” and “Yelp” tones are in some cases (such as the state of California)
the only recognized siren tones for calling for the right of way. Ancillary tones such as “Air Horn”, “Hi-Lo”, “Hyper-Yelp”, and
“Hyper-Lo” in some cases do not provide as high a sound pressure level. It is recommended that these tones be used in a
secondary mode to alert motorists to the presence of multiple emergency vehicles or to the momentary shift from the primary
tone as an indication of the imminent presence of any emergency vehicle.
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