Federal Signal Corporation NightSpire User manual

25500704
Rev. A0 0221
Printed in U.S.A.
© Copyright 2021 Federal Signal Corporation
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
NightSpire™Search Light
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Limited Warranty
This product is subject to and covered by a limited warranty,
a copy of which can be found at www.fedsig.com/SSG-Warranty.
A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written
request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive,
University Park, IL 60484, email to [email protected] or
call [phone].
This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or
implied, contractual or statutory, including, but not limited to the
warranty of merchantability, warranty of tness for a particular
purpose and any warranty against failure of its essential purpose.
2645 Federal Signal Drive
University Park, Illinois 60484
www.fedsig.com
Customer Support
Police/Fire-EMS: 800-264-3578 • [phone]
Work Truck: 800-824-0254 • [phone]
Technical Support 800-433-9132 • [phone]

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Contents
Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel.....................4
Overview.............................................................................................7
Unpacking ..........................................................................................7
Installation..........................................................................................8
Wiring ...............................................................................................10
Permanently Mounting....................................................................11
Pipe Mounting..................................................................................13
Using Magnetic Mounting ..............................................................13
Setting up the Controller ................................................................14
Operation..........................................................................................17
Cleaning ...........................................................................................18
Getting Technical Support..............................................................18
Getting Repair Service....................................................................19
Ordering Replacement Parts..........................................................19
Returning a Product to Federal Signal..........................................19
Figures
Figure 1 Search light mounted on ange.......................................9
Figure 2 Permanently locking the ange .....................................10
Figure 3 Drilling (Not to scale) ......................................................11
Figure 4 Exploded view of installation .........................................12
Figure 5 Controller .........................................................................16
Tables
Table 1 Product specications.......................................................7
Table 2 Kit Contents ........................................................................8
Table 3 Wire Connections.............................................................10
Table 4 Replacement Parts ...........................................................19

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Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel
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Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel
People’s lives depend on your proper installation and servicing
of Federal Signal products. It is important to read and follow all
instructions shipped with this product. In addition, listed below
are some other important safety instructions and precautions
you should follow:
• To properly install or service this equipment, you must have a
good understanding of automotive mechanical and electrical
procedures and systems, along with proficiency in the
installation and service of safety warning equipment. Always
refer to the vehicle’s service manuals when performing
equipment installations on a vehicle.
• To be an eective warning device, this product produces
bright light that can be hazardous to your eyesight when
viewed at a close range. Do not stare directly into this
lighting product at a close range, or permanent damage to
your eyesight may occur.
• Do not install the light system in an area that would block,
impair, or blind the driver’s vision. Ensure that the light
system is mounted in a position that is outside the driver’s
field of vision so the driver can safely operate the vehicle.
• A light system is a high current system. For the system
to function properly, a separate negative (–) connection
and positive (+) connection must be made. All negative
connections should be connected to the negative battery
terminal, and a suitable fuse should be installed on the
positive battery terminal connection as close to the battery
as possible. Ensure that all wires and fuses are rated
correctly to handle the device and system amperage
requirements.
• Never attempt to install aftermarket equipment that connects
to the vehicle wiring without reviewing a vehicle wiring
diagram available from the vehicle manufacturer. Ensure that
your installation will not aect vehicle operation or mandated

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safety functions or circuits. Always check the vehicle for
proper operation after installation.
• The lighting system components, especially the outer
housing, get hot during operation. Be sure to disconnect
power to the system and allow the system to cool down
before handling any components of the system.
• Do not mount a radio antenna within 18 inches (45.7 cm)
of the lighting system. Placing the antenna too close to
the lighting system could cause the lighting system to
malfunction or be damaged by strong radio fields. Mounting
the antenna too close to the lighting system may also cause
the radio noise emitted from the lighting system to interfere
with the reception of the radio transmitter and reduce radio
reception.
• Do not attempt to wash any unsealed electrical device while
it is connected to its power source.
• DO NOT connect this system to the vehicle battery until
ALL other electrical connections are made, mounting of
all components is complete, and you have verified that no
shorts exist. If the wiring is shorted to the vehicle body or
frame, high current conductors can cause hazardous sparks,
resulting in electrical fires or flying molten metal.
• DO NOT install equipment or route wiring (or the plug-in
cord) in the deployment path of an airbag.
• Before drilling into a vehicle structure, ensure that both sides
of the surface are clear of anything that could be damaged.
Remove all burrs from drilled holes. To prevent electrical
shorts, grommet all drilled holes through which wiring
passes. Also, ensure that the mounting screws do not cause
electrical or mechanical damage to the vehicle.
• Because vehicle roof construction and driving conditions
vary, do not drive a vehicle with a magnetically mounted
warning light installed. The light could fly o the vehicle,
causing injury or damage. Repair of damage incurred

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because of ignoring this warning shall be the sole
responsibility of the user.
• Locate the light system controls so the VEHICLE and
CONTROLS can be operated safely under all driving
conditions.
• After installation, test the light system to ensure that it is
operating properly.
• Test all vehicle functions, including horn operation, vehicle
safety functions, and vehicle light systems to ensure proper
operation. Ensure that the installation has not aected the
vehicle operation or changed any vehicle safety function or
circuit.
• Scratched or dull reflectors or lenses will reduce the
eectiveness of the lighting system. Avoid heavy pressure
and use of caustic or petroleum-based products when
cleaning the lighting system.
• Replace any optical components that may have been
scratched or crazed during system installation.
• Do not attempt to activate or deactivate the light system
controls while driving in a hazardous situation.
• You should frequently inspect the light system to ensure that
it is operating properly and that it is securely attached to the
vehicle.
• After installation and testing are complete, provide a copy
of these instructions to instructional sta and all operating
personnel.
• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when
maintaining and/or reinstalling the product. Failure to follow
all safety precautions and instructions may result in property
damage, serious injury, or death.

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Unpacking
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Overview
The NightSpire™is a remotely adjustable search light with
an adjustable light pattern. It can be rotated horizontally,
360°continuously. It can elevate from 40° down to 90° up. The
light output is continuously adjustable from a 4° spot to a 50°
wide flood.
The wireless remote uses 2 AAA (LR03) batteries and has a
range of approximately 125 feet. The wireless remote can be
programmed for selectable control of up to three dierent
search lights, individually selectable at the remote. There are
two memory buttons available to save preset locations and spot
sizes.
Table 1 Product specications
Nominal Input Voltage 12 Vdc
Input Current 3.0 A
Height Perm Mt: 7.10 inches (18.0 cm)
Mag mt: 6.94 inches (17.6 cm)
Diameter Perm Mt: 6.54 inches (16.6 cm)
Mag Mt: 5.19 inches (13.2 cm)
Weight Perm Mt: 2.4 lb (1.1 kg)
Mag Mt: 2.5 lb (1.1 kg)
Wireless Operating Frequency 2.4 GHz
Unpacking
After unpacking the search light, inspect it for damage that
may have occurred in transit. If there is damage, file a claim
immediately with the carrier, stating the extent of damage.
Carefully check all envelopes, shipping labels, and tags before
removing or destroying them. If installing a permanent mounted
search light, ensure that the parts listed in Table 2 are included
in the package.

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Table 2 Kit Contents
Qty. Description
3 #8 Pan Head Phillips Screw
3 #10 Pan Head Phillips Screw
3 1-3/4-inch #10 Machine Screws
3 7/8-inch #10 Machine Screws
3 #10 Machine Nuts
1 Remote
2 AAA Batteries
Installation
Attaching the Mounting Flange
The mounting flange shipped with the unit is removable. You
can either leave it attached the search light before installation or
attach the flange to the vehicle first. If desired, permanently lock
the flange to the base using the three #8 screws provided. See
Figure 1.
DO NOT DRIVE WITHOUT FIRST MOUNTING THE SEARCH
LIGHT TO THE FLANGE: Because vehicle roof construction and
driving conditions vary, do not drive a vehicle if the search light
is not attached to the ange. The light could y o the vehicle,
causing injury or damage. Repair of damage incurred because of
ignoring this warning shall be the sole responsibility of the user.
To attach the mounting flange:
1. Locate the detent on the search light and one of the two
detent notches on the flange.
2. Align the search light as shown in Figure 1.

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Figure 1 Search light mounted on ange
3. Push the search light down completely and turn clockwise
1/8 turn until the detent locks in place.
To remove the search light from the flange:
1. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to push the detent while
turning the search light counterclockwise.
2. Pull up when the detent is free of the notch.

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Wiring
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If desired, permanently lock the flange to the base using the
three #8 screws provided. See Figure 2.
Figure 2 Permanently locking the ange
Wiring
REVERSE POLARITY/MISWIRING: To avoid damage to the light,
ensure that the input voltage is the same as the voltage rating of
the light. Ensure that correct polarity is observed. Also ensure
that the unit is properly fused with a 5 A fuse.
Table 3 Wire Connections
Color Description Connection Point
Black Ground Battery Negative
Red Mode 1 Switched Positive 12 Vdc
To wire the search light:
1. Determine the required length of wires needed. The search
light is supplied with 6-Inch 20 AWG wires that can be
connected to longer wires if needed. For lengths up to 15
feet (5 m), use a minimum 18 AWG (1 mm) wire. For lengths
over 15 feet, use a minimum 16 AWG (1.5 mm) wire.
2. Install a 5 A fuse and fuse holder to the positive (+) terminal
at the voltage source. Connect one side of the power switch
to this fuse. Connect the light’s red wire to the switched
terminal of the switch.

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Permanently Mounting
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3. Connect the black (–) wire from the search light to a known
good vehicle ground as close to the unit as is practical.
Permanently Mounting
To permanently mount the search light:
1. Scribe the locations of the three mounting holes on the
mounting surface using the desired mounting holes in the
flange or base as a guide.
There are two sets of evenly spaced holes 120° apart on the
bottom of the search light itself. Holes for the #8 self-tapping
screws are on a 2.75-inch diameter (where the lines intersect
the inner circle in Figure 3). The holes for the #10 self-
tapping screws are on a 4-inch diameter (where the lines
intersect the middle circle in Figure 3). The 4-inch pattern is
the preferred pattern for permanent mounting.
If one of the optional mounting flanges is to be used,
three #10 screws are on a 6.00-inch circle (where the lines
intersect the outer circle in Figure 3).
Figure 3 Drilling (Not to scale)

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Permanently Mounting
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DRILLING PRECAUTIONS: When drilling holes, check the area
you are drilling into to ensure that you do not damage vehicle
components while drilling. All drilled holes should be deburred,
and all sharp edges should be smoothed. All wire routings going
through drilled holes should be protected by a grommet or
convolute/split loom tubing.
2. Drill three 0.177-inch diameter holes for the #8 screws, or
three 0.201-inch diameter holes for the #10 screws.
3. Scribe a hole for the wires or an installer-supplied bushing at
the center of the screw pattern.
4. Drill a suitably sized hole at the scribed position for the
bushing and wire routing hole. Otherwise, route the wires
through the drain notch in the optional mounting flange.
Leave open space for water to drain.
5. Align the search light over the drilled holes. Route the wires
through the wire routing hole. Seal the hole with a bushing
or RTV if entering a watertight compartment.
Figure 4 Exploded view of installation

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Using Magnetic Mounting
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6. Secure the base to the mounting surface with the selected
panhead screws.
Pipe Mounting
The base was designed for the optional installation onto the end
of a threaded 1-inch NPT pipe. The supply wires are to run within
the pipe for protection.
1. Route the supply wires through the pipe and connect the
wires to the search light as described in “Wiring” on page
10.
2. Screw the search light onto the pipe. Ensure that the wires
are not pinched or severely twisted inside the pipe. Do not
overtighten; the base may split.
Using Magnetic Mounting
DO NOT DRIVE WITH MAGNETICALLY-MOUNTED SEARCH
LIGHT INSTALLED: Because vehicle roof construction
and driving conditions vary, do not drive a vehicle with a
magnetically-mounted search light installed. The search light
could y o the vehicle, causing injury or damage. Repair of
damage incurred because of ignoring this warning shall be the
sole responsibility of the user.
The holding power of magnetic mounting systems depends on
the surface finish, surface flatness, and thickness of the steel
mounting surface. Therefore, to promote proper magnetic
mounting:
• Keep the mounting surface and magnets clean, dry, and free
of foreign particles that prevent good surface contact.
• Ensure that the mounting surface is flat.
• Do not use a magnetic mounting system on vehicles with
vinyl tops.
• To prevent the sliding of the search light on the mounting
surface, avoid quick acceleration and hard stops.

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Setting up the Controller
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Magnetic mounting provides a secure, temporary mounting
method for most installations. However, it is not intended for use
on the exterior of a moving vehicle.
To temporarily mount the search light to a vehicle with magnetic
mounting:
1. Place the light assembly on a level, steel surface. Ensure
that the light is placed to promote maximum coverage and
range of the search light.
2. Insert the plug at the end of the cable assembly into the
12-volt power outlet socket.
3. Turn the power on and o using the power switch on the
plug. To show that the power is on, a pilot light turns on.
4. Use the remote to operate the light.
NOTE: The lighter plug has an integral fuse and power switch.
The switch may be used to remove power from the light. If direct
connection to the power source (not using the cigar lighter plug)
is desired, a user-supplied inline fuse holder and five-amp fuse
must be installed in the power cord’s ribbed (positive) lead.
Setting up the Controller
To set up the controller:
1. Open the battery compartment by removing the #1 Phillips
head screw and removing the cover.
2. Install two AAA batteries in the orientation indicated in the
battery compartment.
3. Replace the cover and secure with the screw.

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Pairing Procedure
The search light and the controller shipped with it will be paired
as #1. If this is lost, if adding additional search lights into a
controller’s memory, or if a replacement is needed, follow this
pairing procedure.
To pair the unit:
1. With the NightSpire powered down, hold the desired Preset
button for five seconds to begin the pairing procedure.
2. When the button begins to flash blue, apply power to the
search light.
3. Wait until the Power button begins to flash green and the
Preset button begins to flash red.
4. To confirm the pairing, short press the Power button. The
Preset button will turn solid green.
5. To cancel pairing and continue to scan for a new search
light, short press the Preset button. The Preset button will
begin to flash blue again.
6. Repeat this procedure for the remaining two Preset buttons
with additional search lights.
Setting the Memory
To set the memory:
1. After moving the search light into position, hold one of the
Memory buttons for five seconds until the Power button
blinks.
2. The memory is now set, and the unit can be moved to this
position by short pressing the Memory button.

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Figure 5 Controller
Spot in/
Spot out
Directional
Buttons
Directional
Buttons
Power
Memory
Presets 1, 2, 3

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Operation
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Operation
LIGHT HAZARD: This product contains a high intensity LED
device. To prevent permanent eye damage, DO NOT stare into
the light beam at close range.
When the search light is powered on, it will perform a calibration
procedure. It will rotate to zero and return to the last position it
was at when powered o.
Select a unit to be controlled from one of the three presets by
pressing its button. If it is paired and connected, it is made the
active connection, and the button turns solid green. If it is only
paired, the controller scans for up to 30 seconds (the button
flashes blue while scanning) or until it connects. (The button
turns solid green.) If no search light has been paired for the
selected button, the button flashes red briefly, and if the last
active search light is still connected, it will be selected.
Power the unit on and o using the power button.
Aim the light to the work area by using the Up-Down and Left-
Right buttons.
Adjust the spot size by using the spot in and spot out buttons.
Once a desired position is reached, this may be programmed as
a preset by pressing the M1 or M2 buttons for five seconds until
the Power button blinks. If the light is moved from this position,
it may be returned to by pressing the selected memory button.

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Cleaning
CRAZING/CRACKING Crazing (ne cracks) of lenses causes
reduced eectiveness of the light. Do not use cleaning agents
(which causes crazing) such as strong detergents, solvents,
or petroleum products. If crazing of the lens es does occur, the
reliability of light for emergency signaling purposes may be
reduced until the lenses are replaced.
CLEANING the POLYCARBONATE LENSES:To extend the life of
this device, periodic cleaning is necessary. Clean the lens with
a mild, non-abrasive, neutral-pH cleaning agent and a soft, clean
cloth. Rinse the device thoroughly to ensure that no cleaning
agent residue remains. To avoid water spots, dry the device with
a soft clean cloth. Failure to follow this precaution can cause
crazing or cracking of the lens/dome and voids the warranty
claims for the light.
Getting Technical Support
For technical support, please contact:
Federal Signal Corporation
Service Department
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

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Returning a Product to Federal Signal
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Getting Repair Service
The Federal Signal factory provides technical assistance with
any problems that cannot be handled locally. Any product
returned to Federal Signal for service, inspection, or repair
must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization
(RMA). Obtain a RMA from a local Distributor or Manufacturer’s
Representative. Provide a brief explanation of the service
requested, or the nature of the malfunction.
Address all communications and shipments to the following:
Federal Signal Corporation
Service Department
2645 Federal Signal Dr.
University Park, IL 60484-3167
Ordering Replacement Parts
To order replacement parts, call Customer Support at
1-800-264-3578, 7a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (CT) or
contact your nearest distributor.
Table 4 Replacement Parts
Description Part No
Dome 843303374
O-ring 70601114
Flange 862702693
Controller 843303392
Mag Cord 17501973
Returning a Product to Federal Signal
All products returned must be accompanied with a Returned
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. To obtain an RMA
number, call 1-800-433-9132.

2645 Federal Signal Drive
University Park, Illinois 60484
www.fedsig.com
Customer Support
Police/Fire-EMS: 800-264-3578 • [phone]
Work Truck: 800-824-0254 • [phone]
Technical Support 800-433-9132 • [phone]