Code 3 Essex User Manual

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Introduction: Read all instructions and warnings before installing and using. The Essex

Lights are for the emer-

gency vehicle market. The lights are to be connected directly to +12 VDC systems for independent flashing or through

electromechanical or solid state flasher units.

Unpacking & Pre-Installation: Carefully remove the hardware, taking care not to scratch the lens, and inspect for

transit damage. Report any damage to the carrier and keep the shipping carton. Verify the contents of the package

(refer to Tables and Figures). Test the lights before installation by inserting the cigarette plug-in of the power cord into

an appropriate +12 VDC socket. If problems occur, contact the factory.

Installation & Mounting - Suction Cup (or Headliner if Suction Cups Removed)

The below steps apply to Single and Dual Interior Essex

Lights. Only the Single is shown. See Figures 1, 2 & 3.

CAUTION: This unit is not designed to be suspended by the suction cups above the dashboard. When using

the suction cups for installation, the unit must be placed on top of the dashboard. The suction cups only pre-

vent movement of the unit.

1. Attach one suction cup to the T52238 90-degree mounting bracket using one of the #10 self tapping screws. Do not

overtighten. Repeat for the second suction cup and T52238 mounting bracket.

2. For split or dual color applications the user will need to determine the desired orientation of the light head assembly

prior before moving to the next step (i.e. Red on Left, Blue on Right, etc.). The various brackets can be mounted to

either side of the light head, thus allowing for the desired light orientation.

3. Place the T52239 Retention Strip through the large opening in the T52237 or T52247 bracket, then secure the two

components to the light head using two T00390 8-32x3/4” machine screws.

4. Install one bracket/suction cup assembly and secure using two T07077 6-32x1/4” machine screws. Do not tighten

at this time. Repeat for the second bracket/suction cup assembly.

5. Snap the T52232 or T52242 swivel visor into the light head.

6. Ensure the vehicle is on level ground.

7. Place the assembled light head against the inside of the windshield at the desired location and press the suction cups

until they depress and are secured.

8. Rotate the assembled light head until it is at the desired position, and then tighten the previously installed T07077

6-32x1/4” machine screws (4 total). The rotating visor will automatically adjust to fit the curvature of the windshield and

minimize flashback.

Installation & Mounting - Deck (or Headliner if Light Head Assembly Turned Over)

The below steps apply to Single and Dual Interior Essex

Lights. Only the Single is shown. See Figures 4, 5 & 6.

CAUTION: The unit must be mounted through the steel of the vehicle. Avoid mounting to plastic or other non-

structural hardware.

1. For split or dual color applications the user will need to determine the desired orientation of the light head assembly

prior before moving to the next step (i.e. Red on Left, Blue on Right, etc.). The various brackets can be mounted to

either side of the light head, thus allowing for the desired light orientation.

2. Secure the T52237 or T52247 bracket to the light head using the two T00390 8-32x3/4” machine screws.

3. Install one T52238 90-degree bracket using two T07077 6-32x1/4” machine screws. Do not tighten at this time.

Repeat for the second T52238 bracket.

4. Mark off and drill four mounting holes using the dimensions shown on Figure 7. It is recommended that #6 or larger

self tapping or machine screws are used (customer must supply). Verify free clearance exists behind the mounting

surface for wires and fasteners before drilling.

5. Secure unit to deck or headliner.

6. Rotate the assembled light head until it is at the desired position, and then tighten the previously installed T07077

6-32x1/4” machine screws (4 total).

Wiring Instructions

All models are stand alone self-contained units ready for installation with no special wiring required. They are delivered

with a cigarette plug designed to be used with a +12VDC fused lighter socket. Alternately, the user can remove the plug

and connect (through a properly sized fuse) to a user supplied switch. The ribbed wire is positive (+12VDC) and the

smooth wire is negative. The following guidelines must be adhered to:

a. Customer must supply grommet to ensure no wire chafing occurs when routing wires though vehicle.

b. Use 18 AWG for wires up to 40’ length, 16 AWG for wires up to 70’ length.

c. Waterproof connectors are recommended.