Ecco 7980 SERIES User manual
ECCO’s 7975 & 7980 Series LED beacons are specically
designed for use in the most demanding applications,
including those where severe vibration is present. These
beacons meet SAE J845 Class I specications and feature
encapsulated electronics to provide superior protection
against dust and moisture ingress as well as vibration and
minor impacts. Available in 5” (7975) or 7” (7980) height
proles, specications include 12-24 VDC operation, 11
ash patterns and a coated aluminum base with 3 bolt
mounting ange and an integrated 1” pipe mount.
Do not install and/or operate this safety product unless you have read and understand the
safety information contained in this manual.
1. Proper installation combined with operator training in the use, care, and maintenance of emergency warning devices
are essential to ensure the safety of you and those you are trying to protect.
2. Exercise caution when working with live electrical connections.
3. This product must be properly grounded. Inadequate grounding and/or shorting of electrical connections can cause
high current arcing, which can cause personal injury and/or severe vehicle damage, including re.
4. Proper placement and installation are vital to the performance of this warning device. Install this product so that out-
put performance of the system is maximized and the controls are placed within convenient reach of the operator so
that s/he can operate the system without losing eye contact with the roadway.
5. It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to ensure during use that all features of this product work correctly. In
use, the vehicle operator should ensure the projection of the warning signal is not blocked by vehicle components
(i.e., open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or other obstructions.
6. The use of this or any other warning device does not ensure all drivers can or will observe or react to a warning sig-
nal. Never take the right-of-way for granted. It is your responsibility to be sure you can proceed safely before enter-
ing an intersection, driving against trafc, responding at a high rate of speed, walking on or around trafc lanes.
7. This equipment is intended for use by authorized personnel only. The user is responsible for understanding and
obeying all laws regarding warning signal devices. Therefore, the user should check all applicable city, state, and fed-
eral laws and regulations. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning
device.
WARNING!
Failure to install or use this product according to manufacturers recommendations may result in property dam-
age, serious bodily/personal injury, and/or death to you and those you are seeking to protect!
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IMPORTANT! Read all instructions before installing and using. Installer: This manual must be
delivered to the end user.
Installation and Operation Instructions
360° LED Beacon
Caution: When drilling into any vehicle surface,
make sure that the area is free from any electrical wires,
fuel lines, vehicle upholstery, etc. that could be dam-
aged.
Specications:
Size: 7975: 6.0” dia. x 4.8” high
7980: 6.0” dia. x 5.8” high
Weight: approx. 2.6 lbs.
Input Voltage: 12-24 VDC system
Input Current:
High intensity mode:
3.6 amps @ 12.8 VDC
Maximum power consumption: 46 Watts
Temp. Range: -30°C to +50°C
Carefully remove the beacon and place it on a at surface. Examine
the unit for transit damage, and locate all parts. If damage is found,
or parts are missing, contact the transit company or ECCO. Do not
use damaged or broken parts.
Permanent Mounting:
Select the desired location on a at surface for the strobe beacon
to be mounted. The visibility of the ash and ease of wiring access
should be taken into consideration in the selection of the mounting
location.
1. Using the base gasket as a template, mark the three mounting
hole locations (see Figure 1).
2. Drill the holes using a 7/32” drill size.
3. A fourth hole may be drilled for wire access as shown in Figure
1, or the wires may be routed through the slot in the base for
external access.
4. Connect the power wires as shown in the wiring section (see
Figure 3).
5. Mount the strobe with #10 hardware.
Pipe Mounting:
The 7975/7980 series base comes with 1” NPT threads for pipe
mounting.
Figure 1
Important! This unit is a safety device, and it must be
connected to its own seperate, fused power point to as-
sure its continued operation should any other electrical
accessory fail.
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Installation & Mounting:
WARNING!
Failure to follow these instructions can result in re or injury from excessive heat build up.
Operator is responsible for ensuring cigarette adapter ts correctly into cigarette/auxillary outlet used.
For proper operation, verify cigarette/auxillary outlet circuit is rated to supply, a minimum of 10 amps. (See specications
section for rated current in amperes).
Do not exceed the current rating for the cigarette lighter power outlet recommended by vehicle manufacturer.
Keep cigarette lighter adapter, and outlet, clean and free of debris.
Do not use the cigarette lighter adapter when wet.
Insert cigarette lighter adapter fully into the outlet for proper connection.
Grasp cigarette lighter adapter, NOT cord, to remove from outlet.
Remove cigarette lighter adapter completely from outlet when light is not in use.
Wiring Instructions:
Important: Disable power before wiring the beacon.
Notes:
1. 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).
2. 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 signicantly reduce the current carrying
capacity of wires, fuses, and circuit breakers. All wiring should conform to the minimum wire size and other recom-
mendations 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Ground termination should only be made to substantial chassis components, preferably directly to the vehicle battery.
6. Circuit breakers are very sensitive to high temperatures and will “false trip” when mounted in hot environments or
operated close to their capacity.
(+) (-)
RED
BLACK
GROUND
GROUND
SWITCH
(USER SUPPLIED)
FUSE (5 AMP)
(USER SUPPLIED)
YELLOW
FLASH PATTERN SELECT
(ISOLATE WHEN NOT IN USE)
Figure 2
Maintenance:
This LED beacon has been designed for trouble free operation.
There are no periodic maintenance needs for this model.
Troubleshooting:
1. Most beacon failures, including intermittent or erratic operation
as well as failure of operation can be traced to wiring or battery
problems. Check all wiring, connections, fuse, switch, and bat-
tery voltage to insure that the correct voltage is reaching the
beacon.
2. If this has not remedied the problem, return product to your
local dealer for warranty replacement.
Note: Operating the vehicle without the lens installed on
this product will result in damage that will not be covered
under warranty.
The wiring conguration is shown in Figure 2 below. All wiring
should be a minimum of 18AWG. A switch may be used to control
the on/off function. The black (negative) wire is connected to the
battery ground.
SAE J845 (2013) APPROVAL LEVELS
#Pattern FPM 7975A
7980A
7975B
7980B
7975C
7980C
7975G
7980G
7975R
7980R
1 Single 60 - - - - -
2 Single 120 CLASS 1 - CLASS 1 - -
3 Double 80 CLASS 1 CLASS 2 CLASS 1 - -
4Double 122 CLASS 1 - CLASS 1 - -
5Triple 75 CLASS 1 - CLASS 1 - -
6 Quad 75 CLASS 1 CLASS 2 CLASS 1 - -
7 Quad 122 CLASS 1 - CLASS 1 - -
8 Quint 75 CLASS 1 CLASS 2 CLASS 1 - -
9 Burst 8 75 CLASS 1 CLASS 2 CLASS 1 - -
10 Random N/A - - - - -
11 Steady N/A - - - - -
Flash Pattern Selection:
Flash patterns can be selected by touching the yellow wire to the
red power wire for less than a second. Contacting the yellow and
red wires for longer than a second toggles to the preceding ash
pattern.
Replacement Parts & Accessories:
Description Part Number
Lens, 4” R6050LX*
Lens, 6” R6070LX*
Self Leveling Bracket A6600SLB
Branch Guard A6050BG
Branch Guard A6070BG
Dust Cover A6050DC
Dust Cover A6070DC
Vibration Dampening Kit A6600VDK
Black Top Decal A6501BT
*where (X) indicates color: A = Amber
B = Blue
C = Clear
G = Green
R = Red
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