Whelen Engineering Company SA315 User Manual

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Existing
Rivnut
Fig. 2Fig. 2Fig. 2
1/4 - 20 X 1-1/2"
HEX HEAD BOLT
1/4 - 20 X 1-1/4"
HEX HEAD BOLT
1/4" SPLIT
LOCKWASHER
1/4" SPLIT
LOCKWASHER
Fig. 3
Installation:
1. Open the hood and remove the protective cover from the front of the engine compartment (Fig. 1). Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual.
2. Remove the existing bolt (Fig. 2) from the passenger side radiator
support and use it to secure the bracket to the vehicle.
IMPORTANT NOTE! This installation uses Rivnuts™ to secure the
bracket to the vehicle. This type of hardware requires the use of a
specialized installation tool. Refer to the owners manual included
with this tool for proper installation. Be sure to follow the mounting
hole specifications precisely!
3. With the bracket in its exact mounting location, mark off
the 2 bolt locations where you will install riv nuts then
remove the bracket.
4. Drill the 2 mounting holes (and widen the existing hole)
using a .391” drill bit and install the three Rivnuts.
5. Secure the siren speaker to the bracket with the supplied
hardware (Fig. 3). IMPORTANT: Refer to next page for
more information on mounting speaker to bracket.
6. Secure the bracket (with speaker) to the vehicle using the
three supplied 1/4 - 20 X 1” Hex Head Cap Screws and Internal Tooth Lockwashers.
7. Extend the WHITE (positive) and BLACK (negative) speaker wires to your siren amplifier and
connect as shown in the amplifiers instructions. Test the siren to confirm proper operation.
8. Reinstall the protective cover to complete this installation. Test all vehicle components and equipment before returning the vehicle to service.
©2007 Whelen Engineering Company Inc.
Form No.14117C (070909)
For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty
Automotive: Sirens/Switches
Installation Guide:
SA315 Siren Speaker Bracket
2007-2009 Suburban/Tahoe
®
ENGINEERING COMPANY INC.
Internet: www.whelen.com
Sales e-mail: autosale@whelen.com
Customer Service e-mail: custserv@whelen.com
51 Winthrop Road,
Chester, Connecticut 06412-0684
Phone: (860) 526-9504
Existing
Rivnut
Fig. 2Fig. 2Fig. 2
1/4 - 20 X 1-1/2"
HEX HEAD BOLT
1/4 - 20 X 1-1/4"
HEX HEAD BOLT
1/4" SPLIT
LOCKWASHER
1/4" SPLIT
LOCKWASHER
Fig. 3
Installation:
1. Open the hood and remove the protective cover from the front of the engine compartment (Fig. 1). Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual.
2. Remove the existing bolt (Fig. 2) from the passenger side radiator
support and use it to secure the bracket to the vehicle.
IMPORTANT NOTE! This installation uses Rivnuts™ to secure the
bracket to the vehicle. This type of hardware requires the use of a
specialized installation tool. Refer to the owners manual included
with this tool for proper installation. Be sure to follow the mounting
hole specifications precisely!
3. With the bracket in its exact mounting location, mark off
the 2 bolt locations where you will install riv nuts then
remove the bracket.
4. Drill the 2 mounting holes (and widen the existing hole)
using a .391” drill bit and install the three Rivnuts.
5. Secure the siren speaker to the bracket with the supplied
hardware (Fig. 3). IMPORTANT: Refer to next page for
more information on mounting speaker to bracket.
6. Secure the bracket (with speaker) to the vehicle using the
three supplied 1/4 - 20 X 1” Hex Head Cap Screws and Internal Tooth Lockwashers.
7. Extend the WHITE (positive) and BLACK (negative) speaker wires to your siren amplifier and
connect as shown in the amplifiers instructions. Test the siren to confirm proper operation.
8. Reinstall the protective cover to complete this installation. Test all vehicle components and equipment before returning the vehicle to service.
©2007 Whelen Engineering Company Inc.
Form No.14117C (070909)
For warranty information regarding this product, visit www.whelen.com/warranty
Automotive: Sirens/Switches
Installation Guide:
SA315 Siren Speaker Bracket
2007-2009 Suburban/Tahoe
®
ENGINEERING COMPANY INC.
Internet: www.whelen.com
Sales e-mail: autosale@whelen.com
Customer Service e-mail: custserv@whelen.com
51 Winthrop Road,
Chester, Connecticut 06412-0684
Phone: (860) 526-9504

Whelen Engineering Company SA315 Specifications

General

Brand	Whelen Engineering Company
Model	SA315
Output Power	100 watts
Voltage	12 VDC
IP Rating	IP67
Current Draw	8 Amps

Summary

SA315 Siren Speaker Bracket Installation

General Installation Steps

Covers opening the hood, removing covers, and initial bracket securing steps.

Rivnut Installation Procedure

Details the use of Rivnuts, marking, drilling, and installation for securing the bracket.

Speaker and Bracket Mounting

Explains how to attach the siren speaker to the mounting bracket using specific hardware.

Wiring and Final Installation

Connect speaker wires to the amplifier and reinstall protective covers.

Safety and Operational Precautions

Alerts users to potential hearing damage and outlines technician responsibilities for product operation.