Edwards Signaling 3000SD-EK - Manual

Installation Instructions for Cat. 3000SD Series
AdaptaBeacon ® Industrial Truck Light
Description
The 3000SD Series visual signals are flange mount strobes
designed for industrial applications and for applications
where warning on a moving vehicle is necessary. The light
has 80 nominal single flashes per minute at 1.5 Joules. It
is a low current, 12-48V DC unit. The twist on-off lens
makes for easy strobe tube and/or lens replacement.
Installation
WARNING
To prevent electrical shock, do not connect power
until instructed to do so.
P/N 3100383 ISSUE 1 © 2001 CHESHIRE, CT 203-699-3300 FAX 203-699-3365 (CUST. SERV.) 203-699-3078 (TECH SERV.)
3 1/2"
(89 mm)
5"
(127 mm)
3 1/2"
(89 mm)
Figure 1. Dimensions
Installation must be in accordance with local codes. The
lens should be positioned up for outdoor applications.
1. For side exit wiring, remove the knockout from the
bottom of the flange as shown in Figure 2.
2. Using the template provided (Figure 3), drill 3
mounting holes and a hole for concealed wiring, if
desired.
Knockout for
side exit wiring
(3) Mounting
holes
WARNING
To prevent electrical shock, disconnect power and
wait 5 minutes for the strobe tube energy to dissipate
before opening the unit.
1. Unscrew the lens from the base.
2. Replace the strobe tube as follows:
a. Grasp the strobe tube by its base and pull straight
up out of the strobe tube socket.
b. Grasp the new strobe tube by the strobe tube base
and press into the strobe tube socket.
3. Confirm O-ring gasket is seated and aligned properly
on the inside of the lens.
4. Screw the lens onto the base.
Figure 2. Beacon Base
3. Connect the red positive (+) lead to the positive power
source wire and the black negative (-) lead to the
negative power source wire using the butt splices
(supplied).
4. Align the provided gasket and the flange on the
mounting holes and secure using (3) screws,
lockwashers and nuts (supplied).
5. Apply power and verify operability.
Maintenance
The lens should be periodically cleaned using a mild de-
tergent and water on a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
Light Source Replacement
Table 1. Electrical Specifications
Operating Current* Inrush Current Repetitive Surge Current
Voltage RMS Current (A) Mean Current (A) Current (A) Time (mS) Current (A) Time (mS)
12V DC 0.275 0.250 14.00 <0.50 0.40 <650
24V DC 0.130 0.125 30.00 <0.30 0.63 <650
48V DC 0.130 0.070 50.5 <0.25 0.40 <150
*Use the operating current to establish the wire gauge and standby power requirements. Consult the control unit manufacturer to
determine surge and peak current effects and maximum number of strobes on the system.