Code 3 Triumph - Manual (Page 3)

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. under hood) 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.
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Wiring Instructions, Options, and Specifications
Before attempting to connect wiring, refer to wire tag attached to the light bar's main cable. Each wire in the cable controls a separate function of the
Central Controller as described in the wire tag.
The Dim setting reduces the light output of emergency warning lights reducing the effectiveness of them espe-
cially in brightly lit areas. Failure to use adequate light for the circumstances can cause motorists to fail to see
the emergency vehicle and lead to serious personal injury or death. Never use the DIM setting in a brightly
lit area. Use of the DIM setting may cause emergency lights to not comply with applicable emergency warning
light standards. Use caution when using the DIM setting to assure that motorists can clearly see the emergency
vehicle.
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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 avail-
able. Contact the factory for details.
Fusing Considerations
The TRIUMPH™ Light bar should be installed with an external fuse or circuit breaker in the RED lead of the two conductor 10 AWG power cable.
The recommended external fuse size for the light bar is 30A. The internal circuitry of the Central Controller is reverse polarity protected. Each output
on the Central Controller board is protected against over current and over heating with automatically resetting output devices.
Dim Operation
The TRIUMPH features a low power "Dimming" mode. Dimming will be controlled by applying +12V by way of the appropriate wire (Blue) in the wire
harness/wire list. Dimming can also be controlled by an optional photo cell. When DIM is engaged, the SIRIS™ light heads will operate in a reduced
power mode.