SWS 77501 User manual

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77501 Traffic Director & Arrow Control Box
The following is a list of recommended practices for the installation and operation of your product.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
THE PRODUCT OR VEHICLE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS
Proper installation of this product requires the installer to have a good understanding of automotive electronics,
systems and procedures. You may need to consult a professional for installation.
SWS Warning Lights Inc. recommends the use of waterproof butt splices and/or connectors for all electrical
connections. It is recommended that the use of good dielectric grease be used on all connections where
possible.
If mounting this product requires drilling holes, the installer must be sure that no vehicle components or other
vital parts could be damaged by the drilling process. Also de-burr the holes and remove any metal shards or
remnants. Grommets are recommended for all wire holes.
Do not mount the light close to antennae or radio equipment, as they may cause electromagnetic interference.
After installation of the light, it is necessary to test all electronic equipment simultaneously to ensure that they
operate free of interference from other components within the vehicle.
Never power emergency warning equipment from the same circuit or share the same grounding circuit with
radio communication equipment.
Do not install this product or route any wires in the deployment area of your air bag or areas that interfere with
the operation of the vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for the air bag deployment area and
recommended mounting areas for warning lights and other equipment.
Do not attempt to activate or control the device with the vehicle in motion or in a hazardous driving
environment. The vehicle should be stopped and in park before control of the light is attempted.
Always be aware of the pattern and its effect on traffic when activating the Traffic Directing Device.
Do not stare directly into these lights. Momentary blindness and/or eye damage could result.
Use only soap and water to clean the product. Use of other chemicals could result in degradation and
discolouration of the lens/dome.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean this product.
Inspect and operate this product regularly to confirm its proper operation and mounting condition.
It is recommended that these instructions be stored in a safe place and referred to when performing
maintenance and/or reinstallation of this product.
SWS endeavours to maintain installation instructions for its products according to the latest requirements of
vehicle manufacturers. SWS cannot guarantee, and shall not be held liable for, changes or updates a vehicle
manufacturer may make which render SWS’s products inoperable or otherwise.
SWS Warning Lights Inc. and its subsidiaries are not responsible for any damages due to improperly mounted
or improperly wired lighting equipment.

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Mounting Bracket Installation
1. Drill 2 holes into the mounting surface to mount
the bracket with the drill bit appropriate for
whichever of the mounting methods, shown at
right.
2. Attach the bracket to the desired mounting surface using your chosen method.
3. You may want to avoid attaching the control box to the bracket until after wiring the
connector.
Power Splice Connector
You may need to run your extension cable prior to performing this step.
See image below right (in Fleet Wiring Harness Installation Section) for details.
1. Crimp one end of the supplied butt connectors onto one end of the 15A inline fuse
holder.
2. Crimp the other end of the splice to the positive wire for the product (large 18-16AWG Red Wire)
3. Apply heat to the splice connector to activate the heat-shrink material and seal the connection.
4. Connect the other end of the splice to the Positive connection of your vehicles battery.
Fleet Wiring Harness Installation
Your product will not use all of the connections available on the connector.
Connect the control box Ground and Positive connections
(#11 & 12) to the vehicles power supply.
The position numbers are for the 12-position connector as
viewed from the rear (screw terminals up).
Connector
Position
Wire to Connect
1
20AWG Brown
2
20AWG Red
3
20AWG Orange
4
20AWG Yellow
5
20AWG Green
6
20AWG Blue
7
20AWG Violet
8
20AWG Grey
9
No Connection
10
Optional AUX Product
Positive Wire (10A Max)
11
Control Box Ground
12
Control Box Positive
(Must match product voltage)
Fleet + Wiring Harness Installation
Your product will not use all of the connections available on the connector.
Connect the control box Ground and Positive connections (#11 & 12) to the vehicles power supply.
The position numbers are for the 12-position connector as
viewed from the rear (screw terminals up).
The product Red (positive) & Black w/ White stripe
(ground) should be connected to the power and ground
separate from the control box.
Connector
Position
Wire to Connect
1-8
No Connections
9
White LIN Communication (From Product)
10
Optional AUX Product
Positive Wire (10A Max)
11
Control Box Ground
12
Control Box Positive
(Must match product voltage)
Method
Drill Bit
A
1/8”
B
3/16”
From Product

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Software Selection
The control box is factory pre-set to 0 if the control box is purchased separately. To
change the function, use the small dial on the back left of the control box (Note the
arrow shape).
* all split arrows and split traffic directors are considered Even numbers, regardless of the number of modules.
Final Installation
Insert automotive fuse into slot in back right of control box if not already present.
Insert 12-position connector into back of control box.
Mount control box to installed mounting bracket using the supplied thumbscrews. Be sure to place the rubber
washers between the control box and the mounting bracket.
Pattern Control
Pattern control is only activated after the
power button has been pressed.
Upon pressing power ON, the attached
product will enter a warning pattern as
indicated on the pattern display.
By pressing the LEFT, RIGHT, or WARN
buttons, the pattern display will change, BUT
NOT the product.
To complete the change, press the ENABLE
button. The product pattern will then change to match the display and the ENABLE indicator will change from
blinking to solid.
If the ENABLE button is not pressed within 30 seconds, the pattern display will return to the previously enabled
pattern.
There may be more than one variation of each pattern. To select these other variations, repeat the press on
the LEFT, RIGHT, or WARN button until the desired pattern is found. Then press the ENABLE button to
change the pattern of the product.
Dial
Selection
Software Function
0
Traffic Director (Even* Number of Modules)
1
Traffic Director (Odd Number of Modules)
8
Traffic Arrow (Even* Number of Modules in Shaft)
9
Traffic Arrow (Odd Number of Modules in Shaft)
A
54xxx Traffic Arrow
D
TC12 Utility (55010)

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DIM Mode Control
In order to dim the light output for nighttime operation, press
the DIM button. The DIM indicator will activate solid.
To deactivate the dim mode, press the DIM button again.
The indicator will turn off.
If you turn off the control box by pressing the power button,
the dim mode is deactivated.
54xxx Series Arrows will automatically dim without input from
the control box.
Battery Indicator Function
With the power OFF, press the ENABLE button.
The first 5 pattern indicator LEDs will light up, giving a visual
representation of the battery level.
The battery indicator function will time out after 60 seconds.
The display only shows approximately 11.4Vdc to 13.5Vdc.
Cargo Light Control
For products with cargo lights, pressing the CARGO button will turn on the cargo lights.
The CARGO light indicator will also activate.
The cargo light control is independent of the warning system, and can be activated
without pressing the power button.
To turn off the cargo lights, press the CARGO button again.
AUX Output Control
Do not overload the channel. The AUX channel is capable of supporting 10 amps or
less.
Pressing the AUX button will supply positive power to the AUX output (see Wiring
Harness Install section). The AUX indicator will also activate.
The AUX output is independent of the warning system, and can be activated without
pressing the power button.
To turn off the power to the AUX output, press the AUX button again.
Troubleshooting
If your light fails to work, please follow these troubleshooting tips before calling the factory:
Ensure both the control box and the warning light are getting power and are properly grounded.
Ensure the 12-position connector is fully inserted into the control box.
Check for loose strands of wire at the 12-position connector.
If your auxiliary device isn’t working, check the fuse in the back of the control box.
If your auxiliary device isn’t working, check that it is properly grounded.
Check all connections for breakage or corrosion.
Check to see if the fuse has blown within the vehicle. If it has, replace with a fuse of the exact same amp
rating.
For long power wire lengths, ensure the voltage at the light connection is adequate. If not, you may have to
shorten the length or increase the wire gauge.
Ensure vehicle’s battery is charged and that the charging system is functional.
CALL SWS Warning Lights Inc. (1-877-357-0222) FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE