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ATS 3 Trailer with Integrated Solar Setup Guide

Thank you for purchasing an ATS 3 Trailer with the Integrated Solar Option and the Single-

Arm Solar Panel Mounting Bracket. This guide will show you how to set up and install your

new trailer and sign. The Integrated Solar Option, which is powered by solar technologies

and one or more lithium batteries, is available for SpeedAlert18 Radar Message Signs,

InstAlert 18 Variable Message Signs, and Shield 12 or Shield 15 Radar Speed Signs. The ATS 3

Trailer is compact and has a low tongue weight, making one-person deployment very

manageable.

[Figure 1] ATS 3 Trailer and SA 18 with Integrated

Solar

[Figure 2] Integrated Solar components (trailer mounted)

Before you begin

If you have a TraffiCloud Web subscription, the first thing you'll need to do to get started using your signs with

TraffiCloud is to create at least one Site for each sign in advance from your office. With TraffiCloud, you configure a Site

for everything from speed to messaging (if equipped), reports, alerts, and more. Sites are the key to generating traffic

reports, because TraffiCloud organizes traffic data for reports by Site. If necessary, you can also perform these steps

after you install a sign at a physical location. See "Creating a Site"in the Getting Started with TraffiCloud Guide for your

sign.

If you don't have a Web subscription, you can set up the sign in advance or while you're on location, using the onboard

sign buttons. You can also set up a Site with TraffiCloud Sign Manager for Windows, over a USB or Bluetooth

connection (pairing code "ATS"), and perform basic sign setup with the TraffiCloud Mobile app for Android over

Bluetooth. See Step 3:Configure the sign locally on page10.

The Integrated Solar Option

As shown in [Figure 2] above, all of the components of the solar charging system, with the exception of the solar panel,

have been incorporated inside the sign, for a convenient and compact design.

The solar controller and batteries are installed securely inside the battery compartments of the sign. The solar

controller receives power from the solar panel and conditions it for charging the batteries. The integrated solar option

Safe Trailering Guidelines Page 2

has been designed for use with lithium batteries only and sized appropriately for use with the solar panel provided

with your sign.

Under normal use, the sign’s batteries should be fully maintained by the solar panel. However, if the batteries do

become depleted, turn the sign off and leave it in full sun until it’s recharged. Otherwise, you'll need to use the

external AC charger to recharge the batteries more quickly. See Step 5: If you need to recharge the sign on page12.

In the Integrated Solar Option, typically two batteries are connected directly together, forming the equivalent of a

single large, balanced battery. In the case of the Shield12, only one battery is included, and the other compartment

is used for the solar controller.

Check over the trailer

Upon receiving a new ATS 3 trailer, check to ensure that you have all of the items ordered. If you notice any damage

or missing items, contact ATS Technical Customer Support immediately.

What's included What you'll need

The ATS 3 trailer, includes the following:

»The mast and solar panel, including the joint bolt and shear nut, with washer

and lock washer, and a bottle of Vibra-Tite threadlocker,

»An ATS SpeedAlert18 Radar Message Sign, InstAlert 18 Variable Message Sign, or

Shield 12 or Shield 15 Radar Speed Sign (sold separately).

»An axle lock bar (padlock not included),

»This setup guide. All setup and quick start guides are also posted to the ATS

Technical Customer Support page and if you have a TraffiCloud subscription, you

can access additional guides on the ATS Start-Up page or from the TraffiCloud

Help menu.

For complete details, consult the latest specification.

»A vehicle equipped with

a trailer hitch for

towing. See Safe

Trailering Guidelines

below.

»A 15/16" (24 mm)

wrench,

»A 1-1/8" (29 mm)

wrench,

»A partner for trailer

hookup and to unfold

the mast.

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Safe Trailering Guidelines

IMPORTANT:Carefully read and follow all instructions marked with warnings and read and follow

all of the instructions in your quick start guide BEFORE you take your trailer on the road.

Warning symbols

WARNING:Warning symbols draw your attention to serious safety hazards, which can lead to injury, death,

or damage to equipment.

Swaying

WARNING:Swaying is a moderate back and forth movement of a trailer behind a tow vehicle and can lead to

dangerous whipping unless you slow down.

Whipping

WARNING:Whipping is the violent back and forth movement of a trailer behind a tow vehicle. Whipping can

be caused by excessive speed for the driving conditions, turbulence, over-steering, passing vehicles,

uneven roadways, or other issues. There is very little time to recover should whipping occur.

Page 3 Towing checklist

Combination disturbance

WARNING:A combination disturbance is swaying or whipping of a trailer ANDthe tow vehicle (the

combination), caused by issues such as excessive speed for the driving conditions or load, turbulence,

over-steering, passing vehicles, uneven roadways, or other issues. See

Combination disturbance

above.

Flat tire

WARNING:In the event of a flat tire, DONOTBRAKE. Take your foot off the gas pedal, slow down below

25mph (40 kph), and drive to a safe location, where you can stop and change the tire.If necessary, you

may need to drive on the flat until you can stop safely.

Wheel off the roadway

WARNING:If a wheel goes off the roadway, DONOTBRAKE. Take your foot off the gas pedal, turn on your

hazard lights, and slow down below 25 mph (40 kph). Then slowly steer back onto the roadway when it's

safe to do so.

Towing checklist

Go over the following checklist before you go on the road:

Checklist

item What to do

Your tow

vehicle

Ensure the following:

»the tow vehicle is equipped with a suitable trailer hitch and the vehicle is properly maintained.

Consult your vehicle manufacturer, an authorized repair facility, or hitch installation company.

»The vehicle has adequate towing capacity for the trailer, with a load capacity of up to 1,000lbs

(454kg).

»Consult the vehicle owner's manual about vehicle capacity and towing instructions particular to

the vehicle.

»Any modifications to the vehicle are approved for towing by an authorized dealer or inspector.

Trailer

hitch

Ensure that the trailer hitch and ball are securely installed and suited to the tow vehicle.

Ensure that the coupler and ball are fastened together securely.

Safety

chains

Ensure that the safety chains are

»crossed over under the tongue and hitch,

»securely hooked to the tow vehicle, and

»not dragging on the pavement. See Lower the trailer onto the hitch on page8.

WARNING:Pay close attention to safety chain hookup and do not tow the trailer without the safety

chains attached. If the trailer tongue becomes detached from the hitch ball while you are

driving, properly attached safety chains can prevent a serious accident by supporting the

tongue and keeping the trailer attached to your vehicle temporarily until you can come to an

emergency stop.

Electrical

harnesses

Ensure that the electrical harnesses are properly connected and the signal, tail, and brake lights

are working.

Tires Ensure that all tires on the tow vehicle and trailer are properly inflated. Consult the information on

the tire sidewalls and your vehicle's door decal for inflation pressures.

Safe Trailering Guidelines Page 4

Checklist

item What to do

Sign Ensure that the mast, sign, and solar panel assembly are in the travel position, parallel to the road.

See Rotate the sign on page7.

Loading Never load cargo on the bed of the trailer.

Safe driving practices

Use the following checklist for safe driving practices with a trailer:

Condition Best practice

Speed Slow down to avoid accidents and drive defensively. Drive slower than you would without a trailer.

The maximum recommended speed with a trailer is 55 mph (90 kph).

Anticipate slowdowns in traffic and stops and apply your brakes well in advance.

Slow down for curves, road hazards, roadwork, and difficult weather conditions.

Don't assume you can speed with the trailer. Driving at high speeds can result in sway and

whipping if hazards are present.

Your towing vehicle and trailer combination has much higher mass and length than your vehicle by

itself. Allow extra distance between your vehicle and vehicles ahead and allow extra distance for

braking.

Assisted

driving

Avoid using cruise control, overdrive, and other assisted driving technologies while towing a trailer.

What to

avoid

Never drink or consume drugs and drive.

Never text and drive or allow mobile devices to become distractions while you are driving. Pull over

or wait for stops as needed to use them.

Passing and

turning

Remember, your car and trailer combination is longer than your vehicle alone. Allow adequate

extra space when passing vehicles or making sharp turns, such as in parking lots or gas stations.

Be vigilant when passing or being passed by other vehicles. Passing vehicles can cause turbulence

leading to a combination disturbance.

For longer

trips

Inspect the vehicle and trailer connections at each stop.

Difficult

weather

conditions

In difficult weather conditions, adjust your driving for the conditions, allowing additional time and

space between vehicles.

Backing up If you need to back the trailer into position, practice beforehand, and have a partner assist you.

Backing up with a trailer is a skill that can take time to learn. See Tow the trailer to your location on

page9.

Page 5 Step 1:First-time setup (if necessary)

Step 1:First-time setup (if necessary)

Use the steps in this section for first-time setup if the trailer has been shipped to you. If the trailer has been

delivered by an ATSrepresentative, the mast should already be set upright, and you can skip to Step 2:Deploy the

trailer and message or speed sign on page7.

[Figure 3] Trailer folded view [Figure 4] Unfolding the trailer mast

Unfold the mast

A. Deploy all three jacks into position, supporting the trailer. The back jacks have spring-loaded latch pins that

you pull to release from the stowed position, and then rotate into the vertical position. All of the jacks spin up

and down with hand cranks.

WARNING:RISKOF CAPSIZING Before you unfold the mast, stabilize the trailer by rotating the jacks

to vertical and lowering them to the ground. Correct deployment of the jacks prevents the trailer

from flipping backwards, which could cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.

B. Unfold the mast into the upright position, as shown in [Figure 4] above. Unfolding the mast is best done with a

partner.

C. Insert the bolt (shown in [Figure 5] below)into the cylinder on the mast joint to hold the mast upright. Once

unfolded and assembled, the hinge will be locked in that position. See [Figure 8] on the next page.

[Figure 5] Breakaway nut and bolt set [Figure 6] Vibra-Tite

threadlocker

WARNING:Vibra-Tite threadlocker contains ethyl 2-cyanoacrylate, ethylene di(acetate), and Methoxy

Polyethylene Glycol 1000 Methacrylate, which pose slight to moderate risks to health or can cause fire.

Wear appropriate safety gear and avoid contact with the skin and eyes, inhalation, or exposure to open

flames or sparks (no smoking). Dispose of the contents and container in accordance with local

regulations. For details, see the Vibra-Tite Website.

D. Put the large washer and then the lock washer (shown above) on the end of the bolt.

Step 1:First-time setup (if necessary) Page 6

E. Apply a few drops of the supplied Vibra-Tite threadlocker (shown in [Figure 6] on the previous page) to the bolt

where the breakaway nut will be tightened on.At 72 degrees F (22 C), initial curing time is 10-20 minutes and

full curing time is 24 hours.

F. Tighten the 5/8" (16mm) breakaway nut onto the bolt using a 15/16" (24 mm) bolt wrench until the nut shears

off.

WARNING:Do not remove the nuts and bolts in the hinge after assembly. Doing so will void the

warranty.

[Figure 7] Mast joint, unfolded [Figure 8] Mast joint, folded [Figure 9] Speed limit sign

Install the static speed limit sign (if applicable)

If you have the optional static speed limit sign, use the supplied nuts and bolts to install it on the mast below the

digital speed sign. Set the speed limit using the inter-changeable digits. The digits range from 5 through 65 for

customers in the United States.

[Figure 10] Installing the static speed limit sign

Page 7 Step 2:Deploy the trailer and message or speed sign

Step 2:Deploy the trailer and message or speed sign

WARNING:RISK OF INJURY OR ACCIDENT Before you transport the trailer and sign after erecting the

mast, rotate the mast and sign into the "travel position", parallel to the direction of travel to avoid the risk

of accident and injury due to wind drag, whipping, or vehicle-trailer combination disturbance. See

rotate the sign:

below.

WARNING:RISKOFINJURYORVEHICULAR DAMAGE Follow these instructions carefully, and always

ensure correct and safe trailer hookup and driving with your trailer. See Safe Trailering Guidelines.

Rotate the sign

You'll need to rotate the sign in either of two circumstances:

lTo place the mast and sign assembly in the travel position (see [Figure 11] below), so that you can transport it

safely between locations after the mast and sign have been raised.

lTo angle the trailer correctly toward the traffic lane (see [Figure 12] below). In the case of hills, you can also use

the jacks to angle the sign up or down slightly.

[Figure 11] Travel position [Figure 12] Setting the sign angle

To rotate the sign:

A. Pull the spring-loaded latch pin (A)to

unlock the mast base.

B. Keeping the latch pin retracted, grasp

the mast rotation handle (B)and

rotate the mast and sign as required.

Do either of the following:

lRotate the sign for

transport: To reduce wind

resistance, rotate the mast,

sign, and solar panel assembly

sideways, into travel position,

parallel to the roadway(see

[Figure 11] above). The holes

around the mast base are 30

degrees apart.

lRotate the sign to set the display angle: Use the same procedure to rotate the sign for optimum

display towards traffic (see [Figure 12] above).

C. Release the latch pin into the new hole to lock the mast in position.

Step 2:Deploy the trailer and message or speed sign Page 8

Move the trailer and vehicle into position for hookup:

A. Move the trailer into position on a flat surface so that you can

back your vehicle up to it. Using leverage, the trailer is easy to

move around by hand on flat surfaces.

B. Lower the front jack (A),as shown at right. Crank the handle

to lift the trailer until the coupler (B) is above the height of the

hitch ball (C).

C. Back the vehicle up to the trailer so that the hitch ball (C)is

just in front of the coupler (B). Have a partner guide you or

use a backup camera if it provides a clear view. When your

vehicle is in position, turn off the engine.

Lower the trailer onto the hitch

A. Pull the lynch pins and spin the front jack (A)down to lower

the coupler (B) onto the hitch ball, as shown in this section.

B. Close the tongue latch (D)over the ball.

C. Important:Ensure that the ball clamp (E) is securely wrapped

around the ball. If necessary, release the tongue latch and

reposition the tongue on the hitch ball, or adjust the ball

clamp with a wrench.

D. Optionally, lock the latch with a padlock (not included).

E. Crank the jack (A) back up all the way , and secure it in place.

F. Attach the trailer safety chains (F) to the hitch frame, crossing them under the tongue, and looping the S-hooks

back onto the chain. Leave enough slack in the chains to allow for cornering, but make sure they don't drag on

the pavement.

WARNING:Pay close attention to safety chain

hookup and do not tow the trailer without the

safety chains attached.

If the trailer tongue becomes detached from the

hitch ball while you are driving, the safety

chains can prevent a serious accident by

supporting the tongue and keeping the trailer

attached to your vehicle temporarily until you

can come to an emergency stop.

G. Connect the wiring harnesses (G).

H. Working with a partner, check to ensure that the signal, taillights,

and brake lights are functioning properly.

I. Inspect the hitch connections to ensure that the hookup is

complete, and then proceed to the next step. Once all

preparations are completed, you are ready to take to the road.

Page 9 Tow the trailer to your location

Tow the trailer to your location

WARNING:RISK OF ACCIDENT, INJURY OR DEATH. Do not obstruct the roadway:Always choose a

location for the trailer that is far enough away from moving vehicles so as not to interfere with or distract

passing traffic. The trailer should be placed off the shoulder, ideally behind traffic cones or barriers.

A. Tow the trailer to your chosen location, ensuring that the surface is stable.

B. If you need to back up:Hold one hand on the bottom of the steering wheel, and to turn the trailer to the

left, move your hand on the steering wheel to the left. To turn the trailer right, move your hand on the

steering wheel to the right. If the trailer turns the wrong way, pull ahead until the vehicle and trailer are in a

straight line and start again.

C. Position the trailer off the shoulder, behind traffic cones or barriers.

D. Once the trailer is in the desired position, you're ready to disconnect it from the tow vehicle.

Unhitch the trailer

Use these instructions to unhitch the trailer, so that you can safely leave it at the roadside.

To disconnect the trailer:

A. Disconnect the wiring harness.

B. Disconnect the safety chains and hook them back onto the trailer.

C. Open the tongue latch (D), as shown on the previous page.

D. Using the front jack or by hand, lift the trailer off the hitch ball.

E. Move the tow vehicle away from the trailer.

F. Let the front jack back down to the desired position and fold down the handle again.

Position the trailer and turn the sign on

A. To enhance accuracy and visibility, position the trailer so that the sign will be visible to motorists, yet the

trailer is off the shoulder (see Tow the trailer to your location above). You can also adjust the angle of the mast

and sign separately (see Rotate the sign on page7).

B. Lower all three jacks until the trailer is stable and level on the ground. You can raise the tires off

the ground. Use a level if necessary.

i. For the jacks on the rear of the trailer, pull the spring pins to release them.

ii. Rotate the back jacks to vertical. You'll hear a click as they lock into place.

iii. For each jack, rotate the handle to lower the foot until it's supporting the trailer securely.

Fold the jack handles back down for storage.

C. Use the key switch on the back of the sign to turn it on. Lift up the cover and turn the barrel-style

key to the ON position.

The sign will go through start-up and self-check sequences. Once the self-check is complete, the

sign is fully operational. A green LED on the top-left corner flashes every 10 seconds to indicate when the sign

is powered on.

Step 3:Configure the sign locally Page 10

Step 3:Configure the sign locally

If you have a TraffiCloud subscription, you can skip this step, and instead configure the sign online, setting the sign

display options and assigning a Site. It's best to perform sign setup in advance, so that your traffic data is captured in

TraffiCloud immediately. See the Getting Started with TraffiCloud guide for your sign.

If you don't have a TraffiCloud Web subscription or the TraffiCloud Mobile app for Android (over Bluetooth), you can

configure your sign using the Speed Limit and Display Mode buttons, and TraffiCloud Sign Manager for Windows,

connecting over the supplied USB A-to-mini B cable or over Bluetooth. The mini-B port is located above the buttons

inside the mounting channel for Shields, SpeedAlert 18s, and InstAlert 18s, and inside the back of the sign for the

SpeedAlert 24s and InstAlert 24s. For Bluetooth pairing, use code "ATS".

To configure the sign locally:

A. Set the speed limit by pressing the Speed Limit button until the desired value displays. The first

press displays the current speed limit.

B. Verify or set the display mode on the sign.

C. To change the mode, press the Display Mode (or Display Settings) button until the desired mode

displays on the sign. For details about display modes, see the applicable figures and table below for

your sign.

NOTE:To reduce the risk of tampering, the buttons deactivate five minutes after you power on the sign.

To reactivate them, turn the ON/OFF key switch on and off.

SpeedAlert and InstAlertDisplay Modes

As mentioned, optionally you can use the sign's onboard buttons to configure a speed limit and other display

settings. Here are the available modes with the SpeedAlert and InstAlert:

Display

Mode Description

MSG

MODE

Single Message mode: Selects from the messages saved in the sign to display.

ALL

MSGS

All Messages mode: Displays all of the messages saved in the sign in sequence.

DEP

MSG

Dependent Messages mode: Displays a series of messages, with the content depending on how

fast the approaching vehicle is traveling. Can be used as a timer, to display different messages based

on the value of the internal timer. Often used for New Year's countdowns or casual race information.

The timer is controlled with TraffiCloud Sign Manager.

SPEED

DISP

Speed Display mode(Radar signs only):Displays the speeds of the approaching vehicle.

DISPLAY

OFF

Display Off mode:Turns off but the display but the sign is still active and gathering sign status for

InstAlerts, and traffic and other data for SpeedAlerts, if subscribed. Also, referred to as "stealth

mode".

Page 11 Step 4:Secure the trailer

Display

Mode Description

SP LMT

SIGN

Speed Limit Sign mode: Sets the Speed Limit to display.

Shield Display Modes

Here are the sign modes available with the Shield if you use the Display Mode button on the sign:

Shield

modes Description

cConstant: The Shield continuously displays vehicle speeds as each vehicle passes, changing the

speed display as the vehicle speed changes. Constant is the default (recommended) setting.

cS Constant with strobe: The same as constant, however vehicles exceeding the Speed Limit set in the

sign by 1mph (or1 kph) trigger the Violator Alert strobe (if equipped). TraffiCloud subscribers

typically set the strobe option to 10-15 mph (16 to 24 kph)above the Speed Limit set in the sign.

bBlinking: The Shield blinks slowly, displaying changing speeds as the vehicle passes. TraffiCloud

subscribers typically set the blink option to 10mph (16 kph)above the Speed Limit set in the sign.

bS Blinking with strobe: The Shield blinks constantly, and the Violator Alert strobe (if equipped) flashes

when the sign detects a vehicle exceeding the Speed Limit by 1mph (or1 kph). TraffiCloud

subscribers can set the blinking and strobe options separately, with blinking typically set at 10 mph

(16 kph)above the speed limit, and the strobe at 10-15 mph (16 to 24 kph)above the Speed Limit set

in the sign.

dE Demo: The Shield displays a simulation of vehicle approach speeds, from higher to lower, temporarily

ignoring actual traffic readings.

oF Display Off: The Shield collects traffic and status data, but the display is turned off. This mode, also

referred to as "stealth mode", is recommended for performing traffic studies at a Site.

Step 4:Secure the trailer

Use the axle lock bar and a padlock (not included)to prevent theft as well as rolling out of position.

[Figure 13] The axle lock bar installed

Step 5: If you need to recharge the sign Page 12

To secure the trailer:

A. Remove the axle lock bar from the back of the trailer.

[Figure 14] Axle lock bar stowed [Figure 15] Axle padlock (not included)

B. Thread the axle lock bar through the trailer wheels (as shown in [Figure 13] on the previous page).

C. Thread the padlockthrough the holes at the end of the axle lock bar (as shown in [Figure 17] below) and lock it.

[Figure 16] The axle lock bar - T-bar end [Figure 17] The axle lock bar - locking end

Step 5: If you need to recharge the sign

Solar charging is typically strong enough to keep sign batteries adequately charged, but battery health can be

compromised by lack of direct sunlight – from cloudy or hazy conditions to excessive shade, to snow, leaves, pollen,

or dust buildup on the panel. To avoid the need for recharging, locate the panel where you know there will be good

sunlight and keep the panel clean. If you do need to recharge the sign, use the instructions below to ensure optimum

battery health, recharging, and storage.

What you'll need

You'll need the sign, included battery charger (shown below), and (for larger signs)a Torx TR-27 tamper-resistant

security bit to remove the sign from the mast cross-member:

[Figure 18] Battery charger with cable and Integrated Solar adapter

Page 13 Powering down the sign

Powering down the sign

IMPORTANT: Before recharging the batteries, turn off the sign to discharge the power circuits and to ensure that no

current is flowing during the charging process. On trailer-mounted models with the keyed

ON/OFFswitch, you must turn off the power circuit even if the batteries are completely

discharged. Use either of the following methods, as appropriate:

lFor trailer-mounted signs, lift the key switch cover, insert the key and turn it to the OFF

(vertical)position as shown at right, OR

lFor pole-mounted signs, inside the mounting channel on the back, press the Power button

(as shown at left). If the batteries are discharged on a sign with a power button, you can

just plug it back in.

Recharging the sign

WARNING:RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.The charger is not intended for

outdoor use. Only charge the system in a sheltered environment, such as a garage.

To recharge the sign:

NOTE:Charge the sign for 24 hours to return the standard two-battery configuration to a 100%

charge. For single-battery configurations, charge for 18 hours.

A. If the connectors are outside the mounting channel, skip to the next step. If the solar connectors are inside

the mounting channel, do any of the following as applicable:

lIf your sign is mounted on an ATS 3 trailer, use the key to unlock the sign from the mast and lift the sign

down. For larger signs, to unbolt the brace attaching the sign to the mast you'll also need to use a Torx

TR-27 tamper-resistant security bit.

[Figure 19] Removing the mast brace (if applicable)

lIf your sign is mounted on a round pole, remove the banding straps, disconnect the solar connectors,

and lift down the sign.

lIf your sign is mounted on a U-shaped or square Telespar-style pole, remove the carriage bolts,

disconnect the solar connectors, and lift down the sign.

B. Twist to disconnect the solar connectors. See [Figure 21] Connecting the charger and sign on the next page.

C. Plug the two-pronged plug end of the charger cable into a standard 120-VAC electrical outlet.

D. Connect the solar connector dongle to the charger cable, as shown here. The male and female ends will snap

together.

[Figure 20] Connecting the charger cable to the solar adapter dongle

Step 5: If you need to recharge the sign Page 14

E. Twist to connect the solar connector (pigtail)on the sign to the solar connector on the charger, as shown here.

DONOT connect the charger to the round porton the bottom half of the sign. The sign begins charging.

[Figure 21] Connecting the charger and sign

Note:The charger may take a couple of minutes to recognize the batteries, due to the presence of the solar

controller. Do not be alarmed if it does not start charging immediately.

WARNING:RISK OF FIRE.Do NOT attempt to individually charge the paired batteries included. Never mix

unequally charged batteries in the same system.

F. Charge the sign for 24 hours to return the standard two-battery configuration to a 100% charge. For single-

battery configurations, charge for 18 hours.

Note:The LEDon the charger cable cannot be relied on to indicate a full charge. When the LEDturns from

red to green it only indicates a 50% to 85% charge level.

Powering back on and reinstalling the sign

Once the sign is recharged, you'll need to power it back on and then reinstall it. Here are the steps you'll need:

To power the sign back on:

»Use either of the following methods, as appropriate:

lFor trailer-mounted signs, lift the key switch cover, insert the key and turn it to the

ON (horizontal)position as shown at right, OR

lFor pole-mounted signs, inside the mounting channel on the back, press the Power

button (as shown at left). If the batteries are discharged on a sign with a power

button, you can just plug it back in.

The sign will go through start-up and self-check sequences. Once the self-check is

complete, the sign is fully operational. A green LED on the top-left corner flashes every 10

seconds to indicate when the sign is powered on.

In the unlikely event that the sign will not power back on after you've recharged it for 12 hours (single-battery

configurations)or 24 hours (dual-battery configurations), please review Recharging the sign on the previous page. If

everything looks correct and the sign still will not power back on, please see Getting help on the facing page.

Page 15 Storing the sign

To reinstall the sign:

A. Do any of the following, making sure the aiming of the sign is suited to your roadside placement:

lIf your sign is mounted on an ATS 3 trailer, place the sign back on the trailer mast and use the key to

close the lock and secure the sign in place. For larger signs, bolt the brace back on the sign and mast

using a Torx TR-27 tamper-resistant security bit, OR

lIf your sign is mounted on a round pole, resecure the banding straps around the pole.

lIf your sign is mounted on a U-shaped or square Telespar-style pole, reinstall the carriage bolts.

B. Twist to reconnect the solar connectors.

Storing the sign

lIf you'll be storing the sign for any length of time, power it down again to avoid draining the batteries prior to

next use.

Getting help

We're here to help! If you have any concerns while using your new sign and trailer, please feel free to call our

customer success specialists at 1-866-366-6602, option 2, or email us at [email protected].

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