Code 3 21IF - Manual (Page 3)

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Installation & Mounting
Mounting Hardware
All mounting hardware is packed in a small box inside the main carton. Four standard kits are available: (1) Hook-On Type,
(1) Tow and recovery and (2) Permanent Types. These are discussed in detail later. note: Hook-on mounting for "gutter-
less" type vehicles will require a special hook for mounting. Several special application hooks are available. Contact the
factory for details.
Utilizing non-factory supplied screws and/or mounting brackets and/or the
improper number of screws may result in loss of warranty coverage on the
equipment.
WArnIng!
Mounting Bracket
Bottom of Lightbar
1/4-20 Carriage Bolt
5/16" Split Lockwasher
5/16" Trim nut
(Do not Overtighten)
Plastic Shim (if needed)
rubber Foot
1/4" Acorn nut
5/16" Cap Screw
5/16" nut
FIgUrE 1
Hook-on Mounting
Begin the installation by attaching the rubber feet to the mounting brackets using the black 1/4" carriage bolts and 1/4" nuts
provided. See Figure 1. (Do not install shims at this time). Place the light bar upside down on a table or other work surface,
being careful not to scratch the lenses. Slide the 5/16" carriage bolts into the frame. Secure the mounting brackets finger
tight so they support the weight of the light bar, but can still be positioned. Locate the vehicle on a level surface. Place the
light bar on the roof of the vehicle. Place a soft pad in the center of the roof to protect the paint. The mounting brackets
must be placed so that the rubber feet are resting on the curved section of the roof, see Figure 2. This is the strongest part
of the roof. Once the light bar is centered, tighten the mounting bracket to the light bar. Using a tape measure and a level,
center the light bar from side to side and locate a position on the roof where the light bar is level.
gutter Hook
5/16-18 Carriage Bolt
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FIgUrE 2
Vehicle roof
Vehicle gutter
Curved Feet on
Curved Portion
The shims provided may be used here to help level the light bar, see Figure 1. Also, the tabs on the mounting brackets may
be bent at any angle to match the curvature of the roof. Select the appropriate length cap screw and insert through the holes
in the gutter hook and mounting bracket, and into a lock washer and acorn nut as shown in Figure 1. If a special hook for a
"gutterless" vehicle is used, refer to the instructions for that hook at this time. The stainless steel cap screws supplied are
sized for the most common installations, but longer and
shorter bolts are available at any hardware store. Tighten
the cap screws on both sides evenly keeping the light bar centered and level.