Amplifier Installation & Operating Manual

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TB0333B Page 1 of 10 10/18/03

Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.

5451 North Rural Street

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667

www.carsonsirens.com

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

RADIO

HORN

MAN

WAI

YELP

PHASER

SIREN

SA 430

POWER

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING MANUAL

SA-430-73F (FLUSH MOUNT CONTROL HEAD)

SA-430-73FX (FLUSH MOUNT WITH EXTENDED MIC)

SA-430-73V (FLUSH MOUNT WITH VERTICAL LABEL)

Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.

Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage.

Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity.

(Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines)

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc. 5451 North Rural Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667 www.carsonsirens.com TECHNICAL BULLETIN RADIO PA VOL SIREN HORN MAN WAIL ON YELP POWER PHASER SA 430 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL SA-430-73F (FLUSH MOUNT CONTROL HEAD) SA-430-73FX (FLUSH MOUNT WITH EXTENDED MIC) SA-430-73V (FLUSH MOUNT WITH VERTICAL LABEL) Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.
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SA-430-73 INPUT POWER: SIREN MODE OUTPUT POWER: AUDIO MODE OUTPUT POWER: SIREN FREQUENCY: CYCLE RATES: AUDIO RESPONSE: SPECIFICATIONS 11-16 Volts DC, 8 Amps DC per 100W Speaker Power off current to amplifier is 25mA Max.
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INSTALLATION Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe, reliable operation. Please read all instruction before installing the unit. Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious damage to the unit or vehicle and may void warranties. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For the safety of the installer, vehicle operator, passengers and the community please observe the following safety precautions.
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CONTROL HEAD ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS All control head leads may be extended with #22 AWG or larger lead wire. Negative Connection (Black) - Connect to same ground or negative supply as amplifier. Positive Connection (Red) - Connect to positive DC supply. It is recommended that the lead be connected to the accessory output of the fuse block. This provides additional protection of a fused input to the control head. Lights (Yellow) - This lead may be connected to the dash lights or to the red power lead.
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AMPLIFIER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Disconnect vehicle battery before making the following electrical connections. Electrical connections to the amplifier are made using the wiring harness supplied. If the amplifier needs service the connector can be easily removed without unwiring the harness. The power supply for the amplifier must be capable of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for adequate short circuit protection and reliable operation. The preferred source is directly at the vehicle battery.
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OPERATION Sound Hazard - Sound level from siren speaker (>120dBA @ 10 feet) may cause hearing damage. Do not operate siren without adequate hearing protection for you and anyone in immediate vicinity. (Ref. OSHA 1910.95 for occupational noise exposure guidelines) RADIO PA VOL SIREN HORN MAN WAIL ON YELP POWER PHASER SA 430 The Toggle Power Switch controls the siren power. The siren may be left on any time the vehicle is in operation.
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RADIO VOLUME ADJUST The RADIO VOLUME ADJUST is a one time setting which depends on the radio connected and its normal volume. Access the RADIO VOLUME ADJUST through a hole on the side of the amplifier. Switch siren to RADIO mode and turn on the power. With the volume on the radio itself set to normal level, set the RADIO VOLUME ADJUST to the desired level. POWER OUTPUT ADJUST The POWER OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT is a one time setting which depends on the speaker(s) used.
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SERVICE This unit is designed to provide years of reliable service under even the worst conditions. Many times there may appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker(s) or improper installation. The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes. A blown fuse doesn't necessarily mean that the unit is bad. If a speaker or speaker lead is shorted this fuse will blow before the unit is damaged. Disconnect the SPKR leads and replace the fuse.
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PARTS 1 7 5 6 2 4 RADIO PA VOL SIREN HORN 8 MAN WAIL 3 9 ON YELP POWER PHASER SA 430 13 11 10 12 Control Head Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Part # 8025 DRS/CAP CP3040 ES00003-09 CP3046 CP4000 CP3045 CP3880 CP4852 CP4853 CP3149 CP3853 JKL#7001PSBL CP3570 ES00028-10 CP3633 CP3035-1 SR3055 8121D2V40 7101-T-C-Q CP3599 Description Button, red w/ dress nut (C&K #801803000 Cap, #702501201 Nut) (for pushbutton switch) Cable, control head power Cable, microphone extension 8FT (CP3850 is 18FT) (for SA
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