Solar LED L-858Y/R/L/B Signs
DISCLAIMER / WARRANTY
a.0 Disclaimer / Standard Warranty
a.1 CE certification
The equipment listed as CE certified means that the product complies with the essential requirements concerning safety and
hygiene. The directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on written request to ADB SAFEGATE.
a.2 ETL certification
The equipment listed as ETL certified means that the product complies with the essential requirements concerning safety and FAA
Airfield regulations. The directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on written request to
ADB SAFEGATE.
a.3 LED Product Guarantee
Where applicable, per FAA EB67(applicable edition), ADB SAFEGATE L858(L) Airfield Guidance Signs are warranted against
electrical defects in design or manufacture of the LED or LED specific circuitry for a period of 4 years. ADB SAFEGATE LED light
fixtures (with the exception of obstruction lighting) are warranted against mechanical and physical defects in design or
manufacture for a period of 12 months from date of installation; and are warranted against electrical defects in design or
manufacture of the LED or LED specific circuitry for a period of 4 years per FAA EB67 (applicable edition).
NOTE: See your sales order contract for a complete warranty description. In some specific cases, deviations are (to be) accepted in
the contract, which will supersede the standard warranty.
a.4 Standard Product Guarantee
Products of ADB SAFEGATE manufacture are guaranteed against mechanical, electrical, and physical defects (excluding lamps)
which may occur during proper and normal use for a period of one year from the date of installation or 2 years from date of
shipment and are guaranteed to be merchantable and fit for the ordinary purposes for which such products are made. ADB
SAFEGATE L858 Airfield Guidance Signs are warranted against mechanical and physical defects in design or manufacture for a
period of 2 years from date of installation per FAA AC 150/5345-44 (applicable edition).
NOTE: See your sales order contract for a complete warranty description.
a.5 All Products
LED Products of ADB SAFEGATE, manufactured and sold by ADB SAFEGATE or its licensed representatives, meets the
corresponding requirements of FAA, ICAO and IEC.
ADB SAFEGATE will correct by repair or replacement per the applicable guarantee above, at its option, equipment or parts which
fail because of mechanical, electrical or physical defects, provided that the goods have been properly handled and stored prior to
installation, properly installed and properly operated after installation, and provided further that Buyer gives ADB SAFEGATE
written notice of such defects after delivery of the goods to Buyer. Refer to the Safety section for more information on Material
Handling Precautions and Storage precautions that must be followed.
ADB SAFEGATE reserves the right to examine goods upon which a claim is made. Said goods must be presented in the same
condition as when the defect therein was discovered. ADB SAFEGATE furthers reserves the right to require the return of such
goods to establish any claim.
ADB SAFEGATE’s obligation under this guarantee is limited to making repair or replacement within a reasonable time after receipt
of such written notice and does not include any other costs such as the cost of removal of defective part, installation of repaired
product, labor or consequential damages of any kind, the exclusive remedy being to require such new parts to be furnished.
ADB SAFEGATE’s liability under no circumstances will exceed the contract price of goods claimed to be defective. Any returns
under this guarantee are to be on a transportation charges prepaid basis. For products not manufactured by, but sold by ADB
SAFEGATE, warranty is limited to that extended by the original manufacturer.
This is ADB SAFEGATE’s sole guarantee and warranty with respect to the goods; there are no express warranties or warranties of
fitness for any particular purpose or any implied warranties of fitness for any particular purpose or any implied warranties other
than those made expressly herein. All such warranties being expressly disclaimed.
Solar LED L-858Y/R/L/B Signs
DISCLAIMER / WARRANTY
a.6
Liability
WARNING
Use of the equipment in ways other than described in the catalogue leaflet and the manual may result in
personal injury, death, or property and equipment damage. Use this equipment only as described in the
manual.
ADB SAFEGATE cannot be held responsible for injuries or damages resulting from non-standard, unintended uses of its
equipment. The equipment is designed and intended only for the purpose described in the manual. Uses not described in the
manual are considered unintended uses and may result in serious personal injury, death or property damage.
Unintended uses includes the following actions:
— Making changes to equipment that have not been recommended or described in this manual or using parts that are not
genuine ADB SAFEGATE replacement parts or accessories.
— Failing to make sure that auxiliary equipment complies with approval agency requirements, local codes, and all applicable
safety standards if not in contradiction with the general rules.
— Using materials or auxiliary equipment that are inappropriate or incompatible with your ADB SAFEGATE equipment.
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Allowing unskilled personnel to perform any task on or with the equipment.
This manual or parts thereof may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means,
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, nor otherwise, without ADB SAFEGATE BVBA’s prior written consent.
This manual could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. ADB SAFEGATE BVBA reserves the right to revise this
manual from time to time in the contents thereof without obligation of ADB SAFEGATE BVBA to notify any person of such revision
or change. Details and values given in this manual are average values and have been compiled with care. They are not binding,
however, and ADB SAFEGATE BVBA disclaims any liability for damages or detriments suffered as a result of reliance on the
information given herein or the use of products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers. No warranty is made that the
use of the information or of the products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers will not infringe any third party’s
patents or rights. The information given does not release the buyer from making their own experiments and tests.
1.2 :To use this equipment safely: .................................................................................................................. 1
1.5 :Intended Use ............................................................................................................................................... 1
2.2 :General Information ................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 :Equipment Data .......................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3.1 :Solar Engine Power Supply (SEPS) .................................................................................................................7
2.3.3 :Packaging Data ...................................................................................................................................................8
2.5 :Solar Regions ............................................................................................................................................. 10
2.5.2 :Theory of Operation .......................................................................................................................................11
3.2 :Cord Set Installation .................................................................................................................................16
3.2.1 :Cord Set Installation Reference Number ...................................................................................................16
3.2.2 :Cord set and Extension Cords ...................................................................................................................... 19
3.3.3 :Sign Distance from Pavement Edge ........................................................................................................... 21
3.3.4 :Sign Installation on a Concrete Pad ............................................................................................................21
4.0: Maintenance and Repair............................................................................................................................33
4.1 :Replacing an LED Light Bar .................................................................................................................... 33
This section contains general safety instructions for installing and using ADB Safegate, Americas equipment. Some safety
instructions may not apply to the equipment in this manual. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections
of this manual where appropriate.
Carefully read and observe all safety instructions in this manual, which alert you to safety hazards and conditions that may result
in personal injury, death or property and equipment damage and are accompanied by the symbol shown below.
1.2 To use this equipment safely:
WARNING
Read installation instructions in their entirety before starting installation.
• Refer to the FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5340-26, Maintenance of Airport Visual Aids Facilities, for instructions
on safety precautions.
• Observe all safety regulations.
• Become familiar with the general safety instructions in this section of the manual before installing, operating,
maintaining or repairing this equipment.
• Read and carefully follow the instructions throughout this manual for performing specific tasks and working with
specific equipment.
• Make this manual available to personnel installing, operating, maintaining or repairing this equipment.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures required by your company, industry standards and government or other
regulatory agencies.
• Protect equipment with safety devices as specified by applicable safety regulations.
1.3 Additional Reference Materials:
•NFPA 70B, Electrical Equipment Maintenance
•NFPA 70E, Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces
•ANSI/NFPA 79, Electrical Standards for Metalworking Machine Tools
•OSHA 29 CFR, Part 1910, Occupational Health and Safety Standards
•National and local electrical codes and standards.
1.4 Qualified Personnel
The term qualified personnel is defined here as individuals who thoroughly understand the equipment and its safe operation,
maintenance and repair. Qualified personnel are physically capable of performing the required tasks, familiar with all relevant
safety rules and regulations and have been trained to safely install, operate, maintain and repair the equipment. It is the
responsibility of the company operating this equipment to ensure that its personnel meet these requirements.
Always use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices. See 1.2 above.
1.5 Intended Use
WARNING
Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual may result in personal injury, death or property
and equipment damage. Use this equipment only as described in this manual.
ADB Safegate, Americas cannot be responsible for injuries or damages resulting from nonstandard, unintended applications of its
equipment. This equipment is designed and intended only for the purpose described in this manual. Uses not described in this
manual are considered unintended uses and may result in serious personal injury, death or property and equipment damage.
Unintended uses may result from taking the following actions:
•Using materials or auxiliary equipment that are inappropriate or incompatible with ADB Safegate, Americas equipment
•Allowing unqualified personnel to perform any task
If equipment is to be stored prior to installation, it must be unboxed and set in a sunny area until needed.
Failure to follow this instruction can result in battery damage.
1.7 Operation
• Only qualified personnel, physically capable of operating the equipment and with no impairments in their
judgment or reaction times, should operate this equipment.
• Read all system component manuals before operating this equipment. A thorough understanding of system
components and their operation will help you operate the system safely and efficiently.
• Protect equipment with safety devices as specified by applicable safety regulations.
• If safety devices must be removed for installation, install them immediately after the work is completed and check
them for proper functioning.
• Never operate equipment with a known malfunction.
• Use this equipment only in the environments for which it is rated. Do not operate this equipment in humid,
flammable, or explosive environments unless it has been rated for safe operation in these environments.
• Never touch exposed electrical connections on equipment while the power is ON.
CAUTION
WARNING
1.8 Material Handling Precautions
CAUTION
This equipment may contain electrostatic sensitive devices.
• Protect from electrostatic discharge.
• Electronic modules and components should be touched only when this is unavoidable e.g. soldering,
replacement.
• Electronic modules or components must not be brought in contact with highly insulating materials such as plastic
sheets, synthetic fiber clothing. They must be laid down on conductive surfaces.
• The tip of the soldering iron must be grounded.
• Electronic modules and components must be stored and transported in conductive packing.
1.9 Action in the Event of a System or Component Malfunction
WARNING
• Do not operate a system that contains malfunctioning components. If a component malfunctions, turn the system
OFF immediately.
• Allow only qualified personnel to make repairs. Repair or replace the malfunctioning component according to
instructions provided in its manual.
These signs are designed to guide pilots to a particular point on the field, identify holding positions, identify taxiway and runway
intersections, and prohibit aircraft entry into designated areas.
2.1 Compliance with Standards
FAA:
Designed to meet L-858Y, L-858R L-858L and L-858B AC 150/5345-44 (Current Edition) and the FAA Engineering Brief No. 67
“Light Sources other than Incandescent and Xenon for Airport Lighting and Obstruction Lighting Fixtures.”
CE:
Complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
2.1.1 Uses
ADB Safegate’s LED Solar Sign System (SSS) is an ideal choice for an airfield that requires improved safety measures, but
experiences difficulties with grid access. ADB Safegate’s SSS consists of an L-858Y, L-858R, L-858L, L-858B solar-powered sign (SS)
and a Solar Engine Power Supply (SEPS). The SEPS incorporates the latest technology in solar technology, hardware and software
to provide power and control to the SS.
•L-858Y SS: Direction, Destination, and Boundary (Informational Sign)
•L-858R SS: Mandatory Sign
•L-858L SS: Runway/Taxiway Location Sign
These signs are designed to guide pilots to a particular point on the field, identify holding positions, identify taxiway and
runway intersections, and prohibit aircraft entry into designated areas.
•L-858B SS: Runway Distance Remaining Sign
The L-858B SS is used at 1,000-foot intervals adjacent to the runway edge in order to provide runway distance remaining
information to pilots during takeoff and landing operations.
For a temporary application, the wiring between the SEPS and the SS can be above ground. Both the SS and SEPS contain side
conduits for cabling access.
Each sign is furnished complete with mounting flanges for installation on a concrete pad, which is the recommended method of
installation. Contact the ADB Safegate Sales Department for more information on sign installation hardware.
1. L-823 Cord Set (supplied with the sign)
2. Cable Clamp (supplied with the sign)
3. Floor Flange (supplied with the sign)
4. 2-inch Conduit Elbow (contractor supplied)
5. L-867 Blank Cover Plate with Gasket (purchased separately)
6. Cable from SEPS
7. L-867 Base (purchased separately)
8. L-867 Base Plate (special - purchased separately)
Figure 1:Direct/Remote Mounting
2.2.5 Solar Panel Orientation
Full solar exposure is critical to the performance of the SSS. Ensure that the SEPS installation location has year-round, unrestricted
sun exposure throughout the day. The bottom edge of the solar panels should be installed at a minimum height to clear growing
vegetation and snow at the site.
NOTE: Shading even a small portion of the solar panel will significantly reduce the output of the SSS.
MountingADB Safegate frangible couplings and floor flange mounts
Wind loading300 mph min. installed at 55° tilt
Tilt15°, 35°, 55°
Diagnostics
CertificationsRoHS, WEEE, CE, FCC
Power12 VDC 105 A-hr at C/100 discharge rate
TypeReplaceable and recyclable, absorbent glass mat (AGM) SLA. Standard with one battery.
Lifetime4,000 cycles to 20% depth of discharge at +68
ChargerTemperature-compensated, maximum power point tracking (TC-MPPT)
Channel A:
Channel B:
Automatic Light Control (ALC)
Control, Autonomous ModeDusk-to-dawn, steady on
Load Cabling22 ft. (6.7 m) cable can exit onto the surface or down into a ground pot
Power17 VDC, 95 W
TypeHigh Efficiency Monocrystalline, IEC 61215
Weather and corrosion-resistant construction of stainless steel and powder coated
aluminum
On-board feedback indicators for:
Battery Status, System Status, Battery
Reverse Polarity, and Solar Panel
Reverse Polarity
Battery
°F
LED Driver
Power
18 – 38 VDC from 0.3 – 1.4 A and
5 – 100% duty cycle, constant current
18 – 38 VDC from 0.3 – 1.4 A and
5 – 100% duty cycle, constant current
ALC dynamically reduces brightness in response to unusually low amounts of sunlight to
ensure continued autonomous operation. Available on Channels A and B.
SEPS can be controlled using the Wireless Hand-Held Controller in a similar manner to ADB Safegate’s wireless solar lights.
One or more wireless solar lights can be remotely operated from the ground or air with a hand-held wire-less controller using a
secure radio transceiver with antenna and keypad.
The hand-held remote control option allows the user to temporarily override the intensity set in the autonomous modes. In
temporary mode, 10%, 30% and 100%
intensities can be selected for a 15-minute Time-Out or a Maximum Time-Out.
The 15-minute Time-Out option is for only momentary intensity brightness operations of the SSS for airports that actively manage
their airfields. After 15 minutes, the SSS will be return to the autonomous configuration.
The Maximum Time-Out option is for airports that require “the most intensity for as long as possible.” The SEPS software prevents
the battery from being ON indefinitely at the chosen intensity, thereby preventing battery full discharge. To determine the
maximum activation time for each selected intensity and region, see Table 1.
2.4.1 Features
— Water-resistant keypad and LED indicators
— Utilizes a secure wireless RF signal
— Control range of up to 2.5 miles
— Meets MIL-SPEC-810E environmental requirements
— 24-hour operation on a single charge
— Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included); recharges via an AC/DC wall plug (included)
— Compatible with stand-alone aviation ba nd VH F recei ver
— Comes complete in a custom Pelican™ case