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FTS 812(L) USER MANUAL 

Flash Technology, LLC 

Revision 1 – 2/10/2022 

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2.2

 

WARNING 

Read th

Personal Hazard Warning

 (page 3) now. Remove power from all wiring and circuitry before installing or 

performing work on the system. It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with all applicable electrical codes. 

IMPORTANT!!

 Ensure the correct end of the flash head cable is pulled through the underground conduit/raceway. 

Failure to pull the correct end will cause installation delays and re-work. Pay attention to all warning and 
installation stickers.  

 

 

2.3

 

BASIC  INSTALLATION STEPS 

1.

 

Remove the currently installed lighting system (unless new install) 

2.

 

Secure the co-mount assembly (FH & PC) and mounting hardware to mounting pipes (2 x 2” OD) 
a.

 

The previous mounts can be re-used, if in appropriate condition 

b.

 

Ensure installed assembly does not exceed 34” in height 

c.

 

Use the included bubble tool to ensure fixture is level  

3.

 

Install the incoming power and remote control wires to the terminal block in the PC 

4.

 

Secure the remote-mount assembly (FH) to single mounting pipe (1 x 2” OD) 
a.

 

The previous mounts can be re-used, if in appropriate condition 

b.

 

Ensure installed assembly does not exceed 34” in height 

c.

 

Use the included bubble tool to ensure fixture is level  

5.

 

Connect the included FH cable to the back of the remote-mount assembly 

6.

 

Use the twist connecter to secure 

7.

 

Route other end (loose cable) to the PC  
a.

 

Route via underground conduit  

b.

 

Not recommended to leave cable exposed  

8.

 

Cut the cable to an appropriate length and terminate inside the PC 

9.

 

Follow internal info card and terminal block labels  

10.

 

Aim each LED FH using the external vertical and horizontal leveling guides 

11.

 

Tighten hardware to lock assembly into place 

12.

 

Power the system ON and verify operation (local & remote) and user settings   

13.

 

After all steps are completed successfully, the installation is finished 

 

 

Summary of Contents for FTS 812

Page 1: ...FTS 812 L USER MANUAL Flash Technology LLC Revision 1 2 10 2022 1 FTS 812 L LED Approach Lighting System REIL RTLS Reference Manual Part Number F7918000...

Page 2: ...nformation in this manual is complete accurate and up to date Flash Technology assumes no liability for damages resulting from any errors or omissions in this manual or from the use of the information...

Page 3: ...times when you expose circuits and components and when you operate maintain or service this equipment AVOID TOUCHING LIVE CIRCUITS Avoid touching any component or any part of the circuitry while the...

Page 4: ...ifications 6 1 1 1 Physical 6 1 1 2 Performance Characteristics 7 1 2 Operation 7 1 3 Component Identification 8 Section 2 Unpacking Installation Mounting Wiring and Checkout 9 2 1 Unpack the FTS 812...

Page 5: ...ce the Flash Head 18 Section 5 Customer Support 18 5 1 Contact Information 18 5 2 Ordering Parts 19 5 4 System Ordering Code 19 5 3 RMA Policy 20 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 1 FH 800 L External Views 8 F...

Page 6: ...s that are located on each side of the runway at the landing threshold The REIL lights flash simultaneously The lights can be used in a combined ALS and REIL configuration with the REIL lights flashin...

Page 7: ...y 7 4 W Low Intensity and 7 1 OFF PC 800 L Power Requirements power converter controller 3 W Auto Flash Intensity Nominal High Intensity 15 000 cd Medium Intensity 1500 cd Low Intensity 300 cd Flash R...

Page 8: ...FTS 812 L USER MANUAL Flash Technology LLC Revision 1 2 10 2022 8 1 3 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 1 FH 800 L External Views LED PCB Humidity Control Cable Connector...

Page 9: ...FTS 812 L is packaged in custom packaging to ensure that it arrives safely and undamaged at the installation location Unpack all hardware and inspect for damage Please contact Flash Technology Custome...

Page 10: ...ed 34 in height c Use the included bubble tool to ensure fixture is level 3 Install the incoming power and remote control wires to the terminal block in the PC 4 Secure the remote mount assembly FH to...

Page 11: ...le in the mounting brackets Using this level as a guide loosen the supplied 2 EMT fittings at the top of the EMT conduit enough to allow the mounting bracket to be moved until it is level then tighten...

Page 12: ...n set tighten both nuts to lock the unit in place at the desired horizontal angle 2 6 WIRING THE SYSTEM POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS CONNECTIONS The system is supplied with a 3 foot pigtail for connecting...

Page 13: ...The external ground lug of the PC 800 L must be grounded separately A remote switch can be connected via the remote inputs and remote power output to enable remote switching of the 812 L system This...

Page 14: ...ough the remote input connections available in the PC 800 L enclosure It is also possible to locally control the operating mode using the rotary knob available on the User Interface PCB For general op...

Page 15: ...emotely commanded to operate in ALARMS SECTION An LED indicator will light up red if a fault has been detected For a given flash head o If the comm status indicator is not lit and the alarm indicator...

Page 16: ...ND TROUBLESHOOTING 4 1 MAINTENANCE No regularly scheduled maintenance is required for the beacon Flash Technology warranties the light output of the beacon to meet or exceed FAA requirements for a 5 y...

Page 17: ...nnected to the PC 800 L enclosure terminal block AND Is voltage within the range 120 240VAC present at the line voltage input terminals Yes No Go to Step 2b Restore AC connections 2b Is 24VDC present...

Page 18: ...n of power to the PC 800 L and FH 800 L using the main circuit breaker provided inside the PC 800 L enclosure Once power has been turned off to the flash head disconnect the flash head s power and dat...

Page 19: ...FH 800 L 100 FT F4380000100 CABLE PIGTAIL FOR FH 800 L 150 FT F4380000150 CABLE PIGTAIL FOR FH 800 L 200 FT F4380000200 FH 800 Bracket REMOTE MOUNTING ASSEMBLY F3380827 5 4 SYSTEM ORDERING CODE The fo...

Page 20: ...available M F 7 a m to 7 p m CT Emailing a completed RMA request form to FlashSupport spx com can also start the process on sites not requiring detailed troubleshooting Complete the online form at fl...

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