CENTER HIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP (CHSML)
WARNING
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards require all Trucks, Buses, and Multipurpose passenger vehicles, manufactured on or after September 1, 1993, with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lbs. or less and overall width less than 80" must be equipped with a Center Height Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL).
If the original equipment CHMSL is obscured, an auxiliary CHMSL must be installed to bring vehicle back into compliance with Federal Regulations.
Electrical Connection for Auxiliary CHMSL:
(Notes for all truck makes)
1.Use high quality butt connectors and shrink wrap on all electrical splice connections. Wire should be routed and secured to protect against abrasion, sharp edges, excessive movement. It is highly recommend that wiring to be placed in convoluted tubing and secured with tie wraps.
2.When drilling holes, any bare metal should be coated with a rust preventative, use appropriate size grommets and seal hole with appropriate sealant.
3.Allow for normal movement / twisting between cab and chassis / pickup box when routing wires.
4.When spreader is removed from the truck, the OEM CHMSL must be reconnected.
WARNING
Consult the truck manufacturer for an approved method of connecting an auxiliary CHMSL to the particular truck which is to carry the Spreader. Methods vary with truck models, optional equipment and years of manufacture.
IMPROPER CONNECTIONS COULD RESULT IN A VARIETY OF PROBLEMS AFFECTING CRITICAL SYSTEMS SUCH AS BRAKING, ELECTRICAL AND EMISSION ! DON'T GUESS !
PV Spreader CHMSL Installation:
Mount power cable
When the spreader is removed from the truck, the OEM CHMSL must be reconnected.
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