Get attention when it counts with Pollak back up alarms. Options range from light-duty to medium-duty units with wire leads you mount under the rear and tap into a reverse light wire, to heavy-duty models adjustable from 97 dB to 112 dB. Install is straightforward, and you can wire a cab switch if you want manual control.
Yes, you can add a cab switch. Run power to the switch, then to the alarm, and ground the alarm's ground post. Mount the unit under the vehicle pointing rearward. If you need variable volume, look for an adjustable model (97 dB to 112 dB). For a removable setup, some users mount the alarm to a hitch insert and feed it from the 7-way reverse circuit.
Installation is straightforward. Mount the alarm on the underside at the rear, pointing backward, then tap into a reverse light wire and secure the leads. Plan the wire path to avoid heat and moving parts. If you want features like self cleaning, verify that in the specs before you drill. A simple setup has been completed in about 30 minutes.
Pollak offers heavy-duty alarms adjustable from 97 dB to 112 dB, and 97 decibels is plenty loud. Choose light- to medium-duty for everyday trucks, heavy-duty for industrial or field rigs. Check if the unit is adjustable to tailor volume. If the alarm will see harsh use, confirm a heavy-duty construction and mount location that shields it from debris.
Yes, a Pollak alarm can be tied into an LED reverse light circuit. Current draw can be as low as .3 amp, which helps avoid overloading the circuit. Identify the reverse lamp signal and DC return before connecting; one setup used blue for the backup lamp signal and white for the DC return. Mount on the underside, rear of the vehicle and point it to the back.
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