FIRETECH FT-4X6 Series User manual

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HEADLIGHTS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FT-4X6-*
HiViz LED Lighting
HiViz Lighting, Inc
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
PO Box 565, Naples, NC 28760
4X6” Headlights

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FT-HEADLIGHTS
Safety Notice & Warranty.....................................................3
4X6 Headlight: What’s Included...........................................4
Technical Specications.........................................................5
Installation Instructions......................................................6-7
Wiring Information................................................................8
Frequently Asked Questions...........................................9-11
References..........................................................................12
SAFETY NOTICE & WARRANTY
• Installation must be conducted by a qualied automotive electrician or emergency vehicle
technician in accordance with the applicable NFPA standard(s) and procedures (Including but not
limited to NFPA 1901, 1906, 1911, 414, 1900)
• Improperly installed, aimed, or operated lights can create signicant hazard to motorists which
can result in collision. Ensure light xtures are installed and operated such that their beam does
not shine into oncoming trafc
• All circuits must be fused at 125% of the rated power consumption of the loads on the circuit
• A voltage drop greater than 10% in the power feed to a xture could be an indicator of an
under-sized conductor. Use of improperly sized conductors will, at a minimum, result in poor
performance, and at a maximum could result in re
• Verify input voltage is within xture range before installation. Voltage range information can be
found in this manual or printed on the xture body
• The use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses and gloves) is highly recommended
• Allow proper cooling time before handling the xture if it has been installed & powered to
prevent burns
• Any modications to the xture will void warranty and are not authorized by the manufacturer
• Always inspect the xture for any damage prior to installing and DO NOT install if any damage is
present
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION
Warranty Information: Full policy available Online at www.hivizleds.com/warranty
• Proof of purchase may be required to validate warranty. All FireTech products are warranted for
the useful service life of the vehicle for which they were rst installed
• Improper installation, accident, physical damage, neglect, and normal wear and tear are not
covered under warranty
• Lights operated in environments over 150° Fahrenheit are not covered under warranty
• All advance-exchange warranty claims must be validated with HiViz Technical Support prior to
issuance of a shipping label. Failure to return defective product will result in an invoice for the full
replacement value of the product
• HiViz Lighting will repair or replace defective product at its discretion. Replacement product will
be in similar or better cosmetic condition than the defective part
• Warranties should be handled through the dealer/reseller the product was purchased from;
customer is responsible for delivery
• If product is found to have damage not covered under warranty, customer will be responsible for
return shipping charges and/or cost of repair
• Non-warranted items can be repaired at the customer’s expense of parts and labor, at
the discretion of HiViz LED Lighting, who will provide an estimated repair cost before
proceeding with the repair
WARNING: INSTALLATION MUST BE CONDUCTED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.

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4X6 HEADLIGHT: WHAT’S INCLUDED
•Phillips Screw Driver
•4x Female Spade Connectors
•Misc Automotive Primary Wire
•Multi Meter or Test Light
•Small, Flat Scewdriver if repinning is required
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2 High Beams
FT-4X6-H
2 Low Beams
FT-4X6-HL TOOLS REQUIRED
PIECES INCLUDED
WARNING:
Tighten screws by hand/screwdriver.
Pneumatic devices can cause damage
and void warranty.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
6.57”
3.94”
3.29”
ITEM # DESCRIPTION
FT-4X6-HL 4X6 HEADLIGHT DOT HIGH / LOW (FOR LOW BEAM USE)
FT-4X6-H 4X6 HEADLIGHT DOT HIGH BEAM ONLY
FT-4X6-4KIT 4X6 KIT CONTAINING 4 HEADLIGHTS; 2 HIGH/LOW & 2 HIGH ONLY
FT-4X6-HL-KIT 4X6 KIT CONTAINING 2 HIGH / LOW HEADLIGHTS
4X6 LED HEADLIGHT
REFLECTOR COLORS CHROME, BLACK CHROME
BEAM MODELS HIGH/LOW, HALO, HIGH ONLY
DIMENSIONS 6.57” X 3.94” X 3.29”
INPUT VOLTAGE 9-32V DC
OPERATING RANGE -40F TO + 176F
MODELS
Side
Front
Elliptical
Halo
High Beam
Low Beam
High Beams xtures have 2 pins and have VO
on the lens, High/low Beams have 3 pins and
have VOR on the lens.
IDENTIFICATION

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Unscrew 6 Phillips screws holding headlight bezel in place. Remove and set aside bezel.
2. Remove 4 screws in headlight retaining ring. Remove old headlight bulb(s).
Tip: Start with 2 screws, then have a helper press the headlight into the housing while you remove the other 2
screws to prevent the headlight from falling out.
3. Repeat above steps for all 4 headlights prior to installing new xtures.
4. Run a power wire from the marker light circuit on the apparatus to each of the headlight buckets. This will
be used to connect the halo power wires. Refer to video link below for more information.
5. Start by installing the High Beam headlights. These can be identied by the 2 pin connector and the letters
“VO” on the lens. High beam headlights must be installed in the “center” or “inboard” position on the
apparartus. Plug the connector into the factory wiring and attach the halo wire to the marker light circuit from
step 4 (above). Insert the body of the headlight into the mounting bucket and install the retaining ring using
the 4 screws removed in step 2. Be careful not to allow any connectors or terminals to come in contact with
the headlight mounting bucket.
6. Test operation of high beam headlights.
7. Once the high beam headlight function is validated, move on to installing the High/Low headlights. These
can be identied by the 3 pin connector and the letters “VOR” on the lens. High/Low headlights must be
installed in the “outer” position on the apparartus. Plug the connector into the factory wiring and attach the
halo wire to the marker light circuit from step 4 (above). Insert the body of the headlight into the mounting
bucket and install the retaining ring using the 4 screws removed in step 2. Be careful not to allow any
connectors or terminals to come in contact with the headlight mounting bucket.
8. Test operation of the headlight system. Click 1 of the headlight switch should turn on the halos, click 2
should turn on the low beams, cycling the high beam switch should disengage the low beams and engage
the high beams. If any problems exist, troubleshoot and/or contact HiViz for more information.
9. Reinstall headlight bezels from step 1. Be sure not to over-torque as this will cause cracking of the headlight
bezel assembly! Check for proper orientation prior to re-installation (look at adjustment screws).
10. Aim headlights per FMVSS108 requirements for a “VOR” headlight system.
11. Now that your new headlights are securely in place, you’re vehicle is now ready for use.
5. Once reinstalled, aim headlights and test operations.
Low Beam
(outer light)
High Beam
(inner light)
1. Remove 6 screws holding headlight trim ring in place.
Remove trim ring and set aside (be careful not to scratch it!)
2. Next, remove the 4 screws holding the headlight retaining
bezel to the housing. Remove the headlight(s).
3. Install the new xtures per detailed instructions on opposite
page. Reinstall headlight retaining bezels.
4. Realign headlight trim ring and hand-tighten 6 retaining
screws so as not to crack the bezel. Note: bezel only goes one
way- aiming screws need to remain accessible.

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WIRING INFORMATION
OFF
Parking Lamp (Halo)
DOT Low Beam
DOT High Beam
Parking:
Ground: BLACK
High: RED
Low: BLUE
GROUND(-)
ON(+12V)
ON(+12V)
OFF
Parking Lamp
(Halo)
DOT
Low Beam
DOT
High Beam
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What color wires on your headlights correspond to what functions?
Please refer to the wiring diagram on page 8. Generally, black = ground, red = high beam, blue = low beam,
and white = +12v “parking” light (marker lights).
2. Do I need heated headlights?
Most customers do NOT need heated headlights when choosing a FireTech headlight for their apparatus.
Our headlights are designed to operate awlessly down to -40°F. While we do offer a heated headlight,
we have customers all over the lower 48 as well as up in Alaska running our standard version without any
problems.
3. Can I use 2 instead of 4 headlights?
Yes. It is permissible to use 2 high/low FireTech headlights, or 2 high-only headlight in a 4 headlight system.
4. What do I do with the halo wires?
The halo wires should be wired to the closest “parking light” circuit on the truck. This circuit is the circuit that
powers all of the apparatus marker lights when the headlight switch is in the “rst” position.
5. Can I wire the halos to the low beams?
No. While technically functional, it is not the appropriate use of the SAE “P” parking light circuit in the
FireTech headlight. The halo wire should be wired to the parking/marker light circuit on the apparatus.
6. Will wig-wagging hurt the headlights? / Can I use them with wig-wag?
Wig-wagging does not cause a problem for the FireTech headlight. In some instances, if the wig-wag module
does not operate correctly post-installation, adding a resistor kit may be helpful. Please contact HiViz Lighting
if you have questions or need troubleshooting support. LED Light resistor kits are generally available at your
local auto parts store.
7. Are the headlights waterproof?
FireTech headlights are rated IP69K, which means they are designed for sustained high pressure spray. The
GORE PolyVent on the headlight is designed to allow for pressure equalization but is not designed for
submersion. If your application calls for fully submersion rated operation, please contact HIViz Lighting for a
PolyVent delete kit.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
9. Why is there a dark spot at about 25ft?
The FireTech headlights are designed to illuminate 3 distinct zones: the foreground (area between the bumper
and bottom of the low beam), the standard “low beam” zone, and the “high beam” zone. If you look at the
front of the headlight, the two angled circular optics on the front provide a ll-in light in that rst foreground
zone. If those were turned “off”, you would see a beam pattern much more similar to other over-the-road
vehicle headlight applications. With the FireTech headlights, those ll-in optics produce a high output wash
near the apparatus which helps illuminate areas near the apparatus when responding or on scene. The beam
pattern is different by design, not a design defect.
10. Do they come with the buckets?
No. FireTech headlights are sold as individual replacement lamps for a sealed beam headlight. Buckets for
4x6 headlights are commercially available from various sources. Please contact HiViz for more info.
11. What is the warranty?
FireTech headlights are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the operational
service life of the apparatus which they were rst installed. We are not in the headlight rental business and
request you do not move headlights from truck to truck. This warranty does NOT cover physical damage
(cracking, scratching, melting, etc).
A. If your re apparatus does not have standard H4 plugs (different connector), an adaptor harness
may be required. Please contact HiViz for more information.
B. If your headlights do not operate at all when installed
In legacy headlight systems (halogen), it was not as important that the ground and power be in
the correct polarity orientation at the OEM. With LED headlights, it is critical to be wired with the
correct polarity for operation. If your headlights do not operate correctly, the most likely problem is
mismatching high/low/ground pins. To rectify, use a multimeter or test light to identify which wires
correspond to low beam, high beam, and ground on your apparatus, and move pins on FireTech
headlight to match. Pins can be popped out of the connector using a small at screwdriver pressed in
to the back of the pin. Please contact HiViz technical support if you require assistance or would prefer
to have someone walk you through this process. It’s totally acceptable to facetime our team and an
EVT will guide you through the process!
C. If your apparatus had a Daytime Running Light provision from the factory, a bypass or
reprogramming may be required.
This is very common in Canada and on some years of KME apparatus with EsKey multiplex systems.
While less common, it can occur on other apparatus as well. If the headlights icker, ash, or do not
seem to operate properly post-installation, rst verify all wiring is correct (low to low, high to high, and
ground to ground), then contact HiViz Tech support for more information. There has never been a re
apparatus with 4x6 headlights we are unable to support remotely.
9007/9004 plug
(requires adaptor)
H4 (standard) plug
8. Are they plug and play?
In most applications for re apparatus manufactured in North America, the FireTech headlight drops right in
place and requires no additional wiring (other than the halo wires if desired). There are three exceptions:

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