Federal Signal Corporation Spire 200 User manual

25500545
Rev. A0 0819
Printed in U.S.A
© Copyright 2019 Federal Signal Corporation
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
Spire™200 Beacon
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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 [e-mail] 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 fitness 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•+1708534-3400
WorkTruck: 800-824-0254•+1708534-3400
TechnicalSupport 800-433-9132•+1708534-3400

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Contents
Safety Message to Installers and Service Personnel.....................4
Overview of the Spire™ 200 Beacon ...............................................7
Unpacking the Beacon......................................................................7
Attaching the Optional Mounting Flange to the
Beacon................................................................................................8
Wiring the Beacon...........................................................................10
Permanently Mounting the Beacon ............................................... 11
Pipe Mounting the Beacon .............................................................14
Using Magnetic or Magnetic/Suction Mounting ..........................14
Conguring the Beacon..................................................................15
Selecting a Flash Pattern................................................................15
Selecting Sync or Alt.......................................................................16
Selecting Single or Dual Color (if equipped) ................................17
Selecting the Color Order...............................................................17
Resetting the Beacon to the Default Settings...............................17
Cleaning the Beacon.......................................................................19
Getting Technical Support.............................................................. 19
Figures
Figure 1 Optional Mounting Flange ....................................................9
Figure 2 Flange Base .........................................................................9
Figure 3 Drilling (Not to scale)......................................................12
Figure 4 Permanent-mount beacon (exploded view).......................13
Tables
Table 1 Product Specications............................................................ 7
Table 2 Mounting kit hardware for permanent mounted beacons...... 8
Table 3 Wire Connections................................................................ 10
Table 4 Flash Patterns ...................................................................... 18

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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

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your installation will not aect vehicle operation or mandated
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, be sure 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. 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

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warning light installed. The light could fly o the vehicle,
causing injury or damage. Repair of damage incurred
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 the 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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Overview of the Spire™200 Beacon
The beacon uses an LED light source to provide a reliable
signal with 25 selectable flash patterns. The beacon may be
flush mounted, pipe mounted, or attached to brackets. Optional
plastic or aluminum mounting flanges are available. The light
can also be ordered with magnetic mounts or magnetic suction
mounts. The light can operate on a nominal 12 or 24 Vdc power
source. A five-conductor cable protrudes from the base. This
beacon features FSLink™. It can be synchronized with up to
three other FSLink products. Optional branch guards and dust
covers are also available.
Table 1 Product Specications
Input Voltage 11 to 28 Vdc
12.8 or 25.6 Vdc nominal at 1.25 A
Fuse 2.0 A
Height
Tall beacon:
7.10 inches (18.034 cm) with ange
6.15 inches (15.621 cm) tall without ange
Short beacon:
5.60 inches (14.224 cm) with ange
4.65 inches (14.351 cm) without ange
Diameter 6.54 in with ange
5.22 in without ange
Weight 0.75-2.0 lb (0.34-0.91 kg)
Approvals Marked on product
Unpacking the Beacon
After unpacking the beacon, 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
beacon, ensure that the parts listed in Table 2 are included in
the package.

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Table 2 Mounting kit hardware for permanent mounted beacons
Qty.Description
Basic parts included with permanent mount beacons
3#8 Panhead Phillips Screw
3#10 Panhead Phillips Screw
Additional parts included with mounting anges
3#10 Machine Screws, 1-3/4" long
3#10 Machine Screws, 7/8" long
3#10 Machine Nuts
Attaching the Optional Mounting Flange to the
Beacon
If the optional mounting flanges are to be used, you can either
attach them to the beacon before installation or attach the
flange to the vehicle first.
DO NOT DRIVE WITHOUT FIRST MOUNTING THE BEACON TO
THE FLANGE: Because vehicle roof construction and driving
conditions vary, do not drive a vehicle if the beacon is not
attached to the ange. The beacon could y off the vehicle,
causing injury or damage. Repair of damage incurred because of
ignoring this warning shall be the sole responsibility of the user.
1. To attach the flange, locate the detent on the beacon and
one of the two detent notches on the flange.
2. Align the beacon as shown in Figure 1.
3. Push the beacon down completely and turn clockwise 1/8
turn until the detent locks in place.

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Figure 1 Optional Mounting Flange
To remove the beacon from the flange:
1. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to push the detent while
turning the beacon counterclockwise.
2. Pull up when the detent is free of the notch.
If desired, permanently lock the flange to the base using the
three #8 screws provided. See Figure 2.
Figure 2 Flange Base

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Wiring the Beacon
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 2.0-amp fuse.
Table 3 Wire Connections
Color Description Connection Point
Black Ground Battery Negative
Red Mode 1 Switched Positive
12-24 Vdc
White Mode 2 Switched Positive
12-24 Vdc
Brown Low Power Switched Positive
12-24 Vdc
Green Program/
FSLink
12-24 Vdc
To wire the beacon:
1. Determine the required functions and the length of wires
needed to access them. A five-conductor cable can be
selected for a full-featured installation. For lengths up to
15 feet (5 m), use minimum 18 AWG (1 mm2) wire. For lengths
over 15 feet, use minimum 16 AWG (1.5 mm2) wire. Before
wiring the beacon, refer to Table 3 for the function of each
wire.
2. Strip 1/4 inch (5 mm) of insulation from the ends of the
installer-supplied wires.
3. Use insulated butt connectors to connect the wires to the
power cable of the beacon. Ensure that the connectors are
securely crimped and properly insulated.
4. Connect the end of the fuse holder to the positive (+)
terminal of the voltage source.