Code 3 RX 2700CC - Manual (Page 3)

Unpacking & Pre-Installation
Carefully remove the lightbar and place it on a flat surface, taking care not to scratch the lenses or damage the cable coming out of the bottom.
Examine the unit for transit damage, broken lamps, etc. Report any damage to the carrier and keep the shipping carton.
Standard lightbars are built to operate on 12 volt D.C. negative ground (earth) vehicles. If you have an electrical system other than 12 volt D.C.
negative ground (earth), and have not ordered a specially wired lightbar, contact the factory for instructions.
Test the unit before installation. To test, touch the black wire to the ground (earth) and the other wires to +12 volts D.C., in accordance with the
instructions attached to the cable (an automotive battery is preferable for this test). A battery charger may be used, but please note that some
electronic options (flashers, etc.) may not operate normally when powered by a battery charger. If problems occur at this point, contact the factory.
Installation & Mounting
MOUNTINg hARDWARE - Mounting hardware is usually packed in a small box inside the main carton although some mounting kits may be shipped
separately. Refer to the Installation Manual included in the mounting kit for mounting instructions. Note: Hook-on mounting for "gutterless" type
vehicles will require a special hook for mounting. Several special application hooks are available. Contact the factory for details.
Wiring Instructions
Before attempting to connect wiring, refer to wire tag attached to the lightbar's main cable. Each wire in the cable controls a separate function of the
Central Controller as described in the wire tag.
The RX 2700™ with Central Controller provides an ArrowStik ® function as an optional feature. Connect the appropriate control wires to any control
switch capable of providing +power at approximately 25ma current. As noted in the wire description, connecting both the LEFT Arrow and RIGHT
Arrow wire to +power at the same time enables the Center-Out ArrowStik function.
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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!
Larger wires and tight connections will provide longer service life for components. For high current wires it is highly
recommended that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with shrink tubing to protect the connections. Do
not use insulation displacement connectors (e.g. 3M ® Scotchlock type connectors). Route wiring using grommets
and sealant when passing through compartment walls. Minimize the number of splices to reduce voltage drop. High
ambient temperatures (e.g. underhood) will significantly reduce the current carrying capacity of wires, fuses, and
circuit breakers. Use "SXL" type wire in engine compartment. All wiring should conform to the minimum wire size
and other recommendations of the manufacturer and be protected from moving parts and hot surfaces. Looms,
grommets, cable ties, and similar installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect all wiring. Fuses or
circuit breakers should be located as close to the power takeoff points as possible and properly sized to protect the
wiring and devices. Particular attention should be paid to the location and method of making electrical connections
and splices to protect these points from corrosion and loss of conductivity. Ground terminations should only be made
to substantial chassis components, preferably directly to the vehicle battery. 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.