Whelen Engineering Company Inner Edge FST WeCan User manual

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©2020 Whelen Engineering Company Inc.
Form No.14D19 (012720)
Automotive: Lightbars
For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty
• Proper installation of this product requires the installer to have a good understanding of automotive electronics, systems and procedures.
• Whelen Engineering requires the use of waterproof butt splices and/or connectors if that connector could be exposed to moisture.
• Any holes, either created or utilized by this product, should be made both air- and watertight using a sealant recommended by your vehicle
manufacturer.
• Failure to use specified installation parts and/or hardware will void the product warranty.
• 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. Check both sides of the mounting surface before drilling begins. Also de-burr the holes and remove any metal shards
or remnants. Install grommets into all wire passage holes.
• If this manual states that this product may be mounted with suction cups, magnets, tape or Velcro®, clean the mounting surface with a 50/50
mix of isopropyl alcohol and water and dry thoroughly.
• Do not install this product or route any wires in the deployment area of your air bag. Equipment mounted or located in the air bag deployment
area will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag, or become a projectile that could cause serious personal injury or death. Refer to
your vehicle owner’s manual for the air bag deployment area. The User/Installer assumes full responsibility to determine proper mounting
location, based on providing ultimate safety to all passengers inside the vehicle.
• For this product to operate at optimum efficiency, a good electrical connection to chassis ground must be made. The recommended
procedure requires the product ground wire to be connected directly to the NEGATIVE (-) battery post (this does not include products that use
cigar power cords).
• If this product uses a remote device for activation or control, make sure that this device is located in an area that allows both the vehicle and
the device to be operated safely in any driving condition.
• Do not attempt to activate or control this device in a hazardous driving situation.
• This product contains either strobe light(s), halogen light(s), high-intensity LEDs or a combination of these lights. Do not stare directly into
these lights. Momentary blindness and/or eye damage could result.
• Use only soap and water to clean the outer lens. Use of other chemicals could result in premature lens cracking (crazing) and discoloration.
Lenses in this condition have significantly reduced effectiveness and should be replaced immediately. Inspect and operate this product
regularly to confirm its proper operation and mounting condition. Do not use a pressure washer to clean this product.
• It is recommended that these instructions be stored in a safe place and referred to when performing maintenance and/or reinstallation of this
product.
• FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR VEHICLE
AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS!
Warnings to Installers
Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices must be properly mounted and wired in order to be effective and safe. Read and follow all of Whelen’s written
instructions when installing or using this device. Emergency vehicles are often operated under high speed stressful conditions which must be accounted for
when installing all emergency warning devices. Controls should be placed within convenient reach of the operator so that they can operate the system without
taking their eyes off the roadway. Emergency warning devices can require high electrical voltages and/or currents. Properly protect and use caution around
live electrical connections.Grounding or shorting of electrical connections can cause high current arcing, which can cause personal injury and/or vehicle
damage, including fire. Many electronic devices used in emergency vehicles can create or be affected by electromagnetic interference. Therefore, after
installation of any electronic device it is necessary to test all electronic equipment simultaneously to insure 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. All devices should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and securely fastened to vehicle elements of
sufficient strength to withstand the forces applied to the device. Driver and/or passenger air bags (SRS) will affect the way equipment should be mounted. This
device should be mounted by permanent installation and within the zones specified by the vehicle manufacturer, if any. Any device mounted in the deployment
area of an air bag will damage or reduce the effectiveness of the air bag and may damage or dislodge the device. Installer must be sure that this device, its
mounting hardware and electrical supply wiring does not interfere with the air bag or the SRS wiring or sensors. Mounting the unit inside the vehicle by a
method other than permanent installation is not recommended as unit may become dislodged during swerving; sudden braking or collision. Failure to follow
instructions can result in personal injury. Whelen assumes no liability for any loss resulting from the use of this warning device. PROPER INSTALLATION
COMBINED WITH OPERATOR TRAINING IN THE PROPER USE OF EMERGENCY WARNING DEVICES IS ESSENTIAL TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF
EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC.
Warnings to Users
Whelen’s emergency vehicle warning devices are intended to alert other operators and pedestrians to the presence and operation of emergency vehicles and
personnel. However, the use of this or any other Whelen emergency warning device does not guarantee that you will have the right-of-way or that other
drivers and pedestrians will properly heed an emergency warning signal. Never assume you have the right-of-way. It is your responsibility to proceed safely
before entering an intersection, driving against traffic, responding at a high rate of speed, or walking on or around traffic lanes. Emergency vehicle warning
devices should be tested on a daily basis to ensure that they operate properly. When in actual use, the operator must ensure that both visual and audible
warnings are not blocked by vehicle components (i.e.: open trunks or compartment doors), people, vehicles, or other obstructions. It is the user’s responsibility
to understand and obey all laws regarding emergency warning devices. The user should be familiar with all applicable laws and regulations prior to the use of
any emergency vehicle warning device. Whelen’s audible warning devices are designed to project sound in a forward direction away from the vehicle
occupants. However, because sustained periodic exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing loss, all audible warning devices should be installed and
operated in accordance with the standards established by the National Fire Protection Association.
Safety First
This document provides all the necessary information to allow your Whelen product to be properly and safely installed. Before beginning the installation and/or
operation of your new product, the installation technician and operator must read this manual completely. Important information is contained herein that could
prevent serious injury or damage.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Methylene Chloride which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and
Bisphenol A, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Installation Guide:
Inner Edge FST WeCan™ Interior Lightbar
2019-2020 Ford Transit
(Mid- and High-Roof Models)
51 Winthrop Road
Chester, Connecticut 06412-0684
Phone: [phone]
Internet: www.whelen.com
Sales e-mail: [e-mail]
Customer Service e-mail: [email protected]
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ENGINEERING COMPANY INC.

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Mounting...
This installation requires the temporary removal of certain vehicle components.
Be sure to refer to the factory service manual for proper removal procedures
and any applicable safety advisories.
This manual will outline the installation procedure of Inner Edge FST in a 2019-
2020 Ford Transit Cargo Van. Other Transit models may contain additional
components/equipment that may affect the installation procedure.
The procedure outlined herein is for installation of the Right side (passenger-
side) Inner Edge. The procedure for Left side (Driver-side) installation is
identical.
1. Using the hardware provided, mount the Right side inner Edge onto the
Right side mounting bracket.
2. Remove both sun visors and the overhead console/shelf (if so equipped)
to gain unobstructed access to the headliner panel.
7. When the assembly is properly positioned, all of the following conditions
will be met:
a) The side of the inner edge base will be 10.5 inches from the
vehicle centerline.
b) The bracket mounting ears are flat against the roof structure.
c) The entire leading edge of the light assembly is in contact with the
windshield.
3. Locate the 4 round openings in the headliner near the windshield, two on
either side of the vehicle centerline. These openings reveal 4 of the
overhead console mounting hole bulkheads. The Right side mounting
bracket will be mounted between the two bulkheads located to the right of
the centerline.
4. Position the Inner Edge/Bracket Assembly in its mounting location. The
assembly is properly positioned when the side of the Inner Edge base is
10.5 inches from the vehicle centerline. With the assembly in position, use
a felt tip marker to trace the outline of the mounting bracket 'ears' onto
headliner. Place the assembly aside.
5. Using the outline traces created in the previous step, create two, 3-sided
flaps in the headliner using a razor knife or other suitable tool. Bend these
flaps down to expose the roof structure.
8. When all of these conditions are met, secure the bracket to the roof
member using the four, self-tapping screws provided.
Wiring and Operation...
WARNING! All customer supplied wires that connect to the positive
terminal of the battery must be sized to supply at least 125% of the
maximum operating current and FUSED at the battery to carry that load.
DO NOT USE CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH THIS PRODUCT!
1. Follow the factory wiring harness through the firewall. It may be
necessary to drill a hole in the firewall. If so, be absolutely sure that there
are no components that could be damaged by drilling. After the hole has
been drilled, insert a grommet to protect the cable.
2. Route the cable along the factory wiring harness towards the battery.
Install a 25 amp fuse block (customer supplied) on the end of the RED
wire in the power cable. NOTE: Remove the fuse from the fuse block
before connecting any wires to the battery.
3. Connect the BLACK wire to Chassis Ground.
Connecting the Shield and Communication Wires:
Connect the GREEN and GREY wires from the Inner Edge to the GREEN and
GREY wires from the WeCan Control Point Module Pig Tail connector. Connect
the bare Shield wire to the BLK/WHT wire.
Control Point Module
The Control Point Module serves as the brain of the Whelen WeCan™ Series
lightbar. The module is programmed with the WeCan Programming Software
via the USB port and in turn, provides the necessary signals that allow the
lightbar to function as desired.
In the WeCan Programming software, each of the 18 inputs may be
programmed to activate any number or combination of the installed lightbar
components by applying +12VDC to an input. Refer to the installation guide
included with your switches for wiring information.
Programming Procedure
IMPORTANT - It is not necessary to program this device unless changes
to the default configuration (for example pattern or switch control
changes) are desired.
1. Connect a USB cable from the host PC to the module’s USB port.
2. Start the WeCan™ software on the host PC and open the configuration to
be programmed.
3. Click on the WeCan button on the menu bar. Select Control Point then
Program from the fly-out.
4. A window will open to confirm that you are about to program a Control
Point Module. Confirm that the USB cable is connected to both the
module and the PC and then press “OK” to continue. The software will
display a window when the programming procedure has been
successfully completed.
5. Be sure to confirm proper operation of the module before returning the
vehicle to active service.
6. Lower the leading edge of the headliner and slide the bracket ears
between the headliner and the roof structure so that the ears are
positioned in the flap area. Note that it will be necessary to remove a
small section of the headliner to allow the headliner to fit around the
mounting ears.
Seal shown
in full contact
with windshield

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ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
11 Assy, PCB WeCan Control Board Front Inner Edge
02-016H172-00
11 Assy, Cable Input 4/C 20’
46-0746909-00
QTY QTY
Sub Assy, Lighthead SOLO White Inner Edge FST
01-026H214-30
6-
Sub Assy, Lighthead DUO Red/White Inner Edge FST
01-026H214-53
-12
Lens, Clear Optic, Combo Inner Edge FST
68-196H348-30
1212
Screw, 4-40 x 1/4 PFHMS Taptite Black Oxide
14-040115-04D
2424
Screw, 6-32 x 1/4 PFHMS C’snk
00-0000000-00
88
Base, Housing Drvr 20 Ford Transit Black Inner Edge
11-36J735-107
11
Base, Housing Pass 20 Ford Transit Black Inner Edge
11-36J735-007
11
Trim, Seal Housing/Windshield 20” Inner Edge FST
38-0546827-20
22
Kit, Universal Control Point Module
01-046E868-00
11
Bracket, Mtg Pass Ford Transit Black Inner Edge
07-288700-023
11
Bracket, Mtg Drvr Ford Transit Black Inner Edge
07-288700-123
11
Sub Assy, Lighthead SOLO Red Inner Edge FST
01-026H214-50
6-
Cover, Top Pass Transit Black Inner Edge
11-26J736-007
11
Cover, Top Drvr Transit Black Inner Edge
11-26J736-107
11
Transit FST Inner Edge WC R/W DUO
01-0688712-01
*
Transit FST Inner Edge WC R/W SOLO
01-0688712-00
*
44 Screw, 4-40 x 1/4 PPHSMS SEMS w/IT Lock Washer
Screw, 8-32 x 3/8 Pan Torx Rolok SS Black Oxide
66
Screw, 10 x 5/8 Hex Head Self Drilling SS
88
2
3
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
15
16
17
Default Configuration (12V Inputs)
GRN/WHT
GRN/BLK
WHT/RED
WHITE
YELLOW
WHT/VIO
WHT/GRN
WHT/ORG
BLUE
BLU/WHT
BLU/BLK
WHT/BRN
WHT/BLK
WHT/BLU
RED/WHT
WHT/YEL
VIOLET
GREEN
Color
Mode 1 (SignalAlert™)
Mode 2 (SignalAlert)
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
Mode 2 (SingleFlash 60)
Cruise (Mode 2 Inputs only)
Mode 1 (DoubleFlash 150)
Mode 2 (ModuFlash™)*
Mode 1 (SignalAlert - Random)*
SingleFlash 75 (Mode 2 Inputs only)**
Function
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
POS
* Non-compliant KKK-A-1822A Pattern
** Low Power (20%)
Mode 1 = Red > White Mode 2 = Red-only
18
9
17
8
16
7
15
6
14
5
13
4
12
3
11
2
10
1
1
4
5
3
6
(+)
Battery
(-)
25A
RED
GREENGREEN
ShieldBLK/WHT
GREYto
to
to
GREY
BLACK
Pass Driver
2
12 14
3
23
2
Connect to an ignition
controlled circuit that
can accommodate an
additional 250mA load.
BLACK
RED
COLOR
RED
BLACK
GREEN
BLK/WHT
GREY
FUNCTION
+12VDC
GROUND
COMM. A
SHIELD
COMM. B
POS
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
Control Point Module
(part of )
10
11 12 13 14
6J735 P6J735 D
Driver Pass
6
32
7
21
8
5
DUO Flash Together
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
Red
White
SOLO Flash Together
Flash Together
Flash Together
Red RedRed RedRed RedWhite WhiteWhite WhiteWhite White