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NOTIFICATION OF MANUAL STATUS 

 
 

RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) is now sold by Halibrite.  Use manual 96A0221 only 
for old equipment in the field.  Discard this notification page before sending manual. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for RB-6 L-801A

Page 1: ...TIFICATION OF MANUAL STATUS RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export is now sold by Halibrite Use manual 96A0221 only for old equipment in the field Discard this notification page before sending manual ...

Page 2: ...port Rotating Beacon Export Document No 96A0221 Issued February 6 1998 Rev B May 16 2001 Manufactured to FAA Specification AC 150 5345 12C Copyright 2001 by Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...irfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page ii All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Page Rev Description EC No Checke d Approved Date A Released manual 3250 KJ VP 2 6 98 All B Changed to new title page Changed ADB to Siemens Airfield Solutions 00696 KJ WT 5 16 01 Record of Changes ...

Page 4: ... Assembly 2 3 Motor and Drive Assembly 2 3 3 Options 2 3 Optional Obstruction Light 2 3 Optional Heater Assembly 2 5 Optional Mounting Bases 2 6 Optional Photocell Assembly 2 8 4 Theory of Operation 2 8 RB 6 Rotating Beacon Operations 2 8 Optional Heater Assembly Operations 2 8 Optional Photocell Assembly Operations 2 9 Optional Obstruction Light Operations 2 9 5 RB 6 Rotating Beacon Required Equi...

Page 5: ...Cleaning Slip Rings and Brushes 4 6 Lubricating Parts 4 7 1 Introduction 5 1 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 5 1 1 Introduction 6 1 2 Using the Illustrated Parts List 6 1 3 RB 6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly Parts List 6 2 4 Head Assembly Single Head Parts List 6 4 5 Box Assembly Parts List 6 6 6 Motor Assembly Parts List 6 8 7 Brush Block Assembly Parts List 6 9 8 Photocell Contractor Parts List 6 ...

Page 6: ... 4 3 Figure 4 2 Pre Bending New Brush Brackets 4 5 Figure 6 1 RB 6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly Export Version 6 3 Figure 6 2 Head Assembly Single Head 6 5 Figure 6 3 Box Assembly 6 7 Figure 6 4 Motor Assembly 6 8 Figure 6 5 Brush Block Assembly 6 10 Figure 6 6 Photocell Contactor Assembly 6 12 Figure 6 7 Heater Assembly 6 14 Figure 6 8 Reflector Assembly 6 16 Figure 6 9 Obstruction Light 6 18 F...

Page 7: ...or consequential damages of any kind the exclusive remedy being to require such new parts to be furnished Siemens Airfield Solutions 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 Siemens Airfield Solutions warranty is...

Page 8: ...6 read and become familiar with the general safety instructions provided in this section of the manual before installing operating maintaining or repairing this equipment read and carefully follow the instructions given throughout this manual for performing specific tasks and working with specific equipment store this manual within easy reach of personnel installing operating maintaining or repair...

Page 9: ... 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 Siemens Airfield Solutions 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 d...

Page 10: ...ll all electrical connections to local code Use only electrical wire of sufficient gauge and insulation to handle the rated current demand All wiring must meet local codes Route electrical wiring along a protected path Make sure they will not be damaged by moving equipment Protect components from damage wear and harsh environment conditions Allow ample room for maintenance panel accessibility and ...

Page 11: ...tem that contains malfunctioning components If a component malfunctions turn the system OFF immediately Disconnect and lock out electrical power Allow only qualified personnel to make repairs Repair or replace the malfunctioning component according to instructions provided in its manual Allow only qualified personnel to perform maintenance troubleshooting and repair tasks Only persons who are prop...

Page 12: ...ssued 5 01 Check interlock systems periodically to ensure their effectiveness Do not attempt to service electrical equipment if standing water is present Use caution when servicing electrical equipment in a high humidity environment Use tools with insulated handles when working with electrical equipment 8 Maintenance and Repair contd ...

Page 13: ... RB 6 all weather rotating beacon Export Version consists of a rotating unit on which are mounted a cast aluminum housing containing 1000 W PAR64 spot quartz lamps and a motor box An electrical connection is provided on the terminal block located in the motor box for a light or alarm to indicate a lamp failure The rotating unit is mounted on a vertical shaft that turns at 12 5 revolutions per minu...

Page 14: ...RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Description 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 2 2 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Figure 2 1 RB 6 Rotating Beacon ...

Page 15: ...x A heavy duty aluminum casting with a cover plate houses the motor and electrical equipment and is vented to prevent an accumulation of excess heat Access to the interior of the housing is gained by removal of the four cover plate screws and the plate The 50 60 Hz motor is geared to drive the shaft at 12 5 Export RPM when operating at 50 Hz This output shaft is connected to the hub assembly that ...

Page 16: ...1A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Description 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 2 4 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Figure 2 2 RB 6 Final Assembly with Optional Obstruction Light Wiring ...

Page 17: ...Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 2 5 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 2 3 A heater assembly is available for use at temperatures below 10 C 14 F The heater turns off at temperatures above 10 C 50 F Figure 2 3 Optional Heater Assembly Wiring Optional Heater Assembly ...

Page 18: ...age 2 6 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Optional bases are available for mounting the beacon on a flat horizontal roof or on top of a pole See Figure 2 4 for optional pole mounting adapter An optional roof mounting assembly is shown in Figure 2 5 Figure 2 4 Optional Pole Mounting Adapter Optional Mounting Bases ...

Page 19: ...RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Description 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 2 7 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Figure 2 5 Optional Roof Mounting Assembly ...

Page 20: ...fter the motor has reached its operating speed the current drops to less than 3 2 A and relay K1 de energizes This disconnects 120 Vac from the motor start winding 120 Vac is continuously connected to the motor main winding at relay K1 pin 3 Power is supplied to the lamps through fuse F2 brush brackets 2 and 3 and terminal blocks TB3 and TB4 See Figure 2 3 The optional heater assembly consists of ...

Page 21: ...ens the contact and shuts down the beacon See Figure 7 1 in the Wiring Schematics section When power is applied to the RB 6 beacon lamp 1 illuminates because current is taken through fuse F2 brush block 2 terminal block TB4 terminal L1 terminal block TB3 terminal L1 Lamp 2 illuminates because current is taken through fuse F2 brush block 2 terminal block TB4 terminal L1 Neutral is connected through...

Page 22: ...uired Ground wire for lightening rod As required Set of pliers As required Liquid glass cleaner As required Linear barrel scale 0 16 oz 1 This subsection describes the specifications for the RB 6 Type L 801A rotating beacons Refer to the Parts section for part numbers 120 Vac 10 50 60 Hz Refer to the table below for beacon wattage Standard RB 6 Lamp Wattage W Without optional heater 2100 With opti...

Page 23: ...6 has a rotation speed of 12 5 rpm when operating at 50 Hz 400 W heating element optional The RB 6 beacon automatically turns on below 10 C 14 F The RB 6 beacon automatically turns off above 10 C 50 F The RB 6 rotating beacon is designed to operate under the conditions presented below for temperature altitude and relative humidity Temperature 55 to 55 C 67 to 131 F Altitude Sea level to 10 000 fee...

Page 24: ...section describes the dimensions for the RB 6 beacon and the obstruction light Refer to the table below RB 6 Beacon RB 6 Beacon with Obstruction Light Height 35 1 4 in 895 35 mm 46 1 4 in 1174 75 mm Width 24 in 609 6 mm 24 in 609 6 mm 30 in 762 mm See Figure 2 6 Three holes are tapped 1 2 13 UNC Figure 2 6 Mounting Holes Dimensions Clearance for Rotation Mounting Dimensions ...

Page 25: ...heir condition If you note any damage to any equipment file a claim with the carrier immediately The carrier may need to inspect the equipment This subsection provides instructions for the installation of the RB 6 rotating beacon Export Version Refer to the project plans and specifications for the specific installation instructions The RB 6 rotating beacon comes completely assembled except for ins...

Page 26: ...cription section 4 Attach 3 conductor black wire 120 VAC to terminal marked Ll white wire neutral to terminal marked N and green wire ground to the ground lug in the base of the box See Figure 2 3 the Description section The optional heater assembly when ordered is pre wired at the factory The power cord for the heater assembly should be connected from a separate circuit breaker to terminal block ...

Page 27: ...xport Installation 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 3 3 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Front View Side View 1 3 2 4 4 Figure 3 1 Adjusting Beacon Angle 1 Lens Clip 2 Lamp 3 Elevation Adjustment Device 4 Wing Nut ...

Page 28: ...ens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 3 4 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Export Beacon Installation Requirement Requirement for export beacon installation only A fence with a padlock gate shall be installed around the beacon to prevent unauthorized entry ...

Page 29: ...n brushes deeply pitted slip rings or shaft Refer to Replacing Brushes and Brush Brackets and Cleaning Slip Rings and Brushes in this section Check for loose lens retainer Tighten screws or clamps on the lens retainer Check for dirty or pitted photocell relay contacts Clean photocell relay contacts Replace if badly pitted Check for dirty lamp glassware Clean lamp glassware Semi annually Check for ...

Page 30: ...owing maintenance procedures replacing lamp adjusting lamp beam replacing brushes cleaning lenses cleaning head cleaning vents cleaning slip rings and brushes lubricating parts To replace the lamp perform the following procedure 1 See Figure 3 1 in the Installation section Loosen the two lens clips 1 on the front of the beacon 2 Grasp the top of the lamp 2 push downward and turn counterclockwise a...

Page 31: ...nd brush brackets perform the following procedure 1 See Figure 4 1 Remove the two screws lockwashers and hex nuts holding the brush block assembly 1 to the motor box Side View Front View Side View of Bracket 1 1 5 3 2 6 8 7 9 2 4 Figure 4 1 Brush Block Assembly 1 Brush Block Assembly 4 Brush Block Screw 7 Brush 2 Brass Hex Nut 5 Wire 8 Brush Bracket 3 Hex Nut and Lockwasher 6 Brush Screw 9 Drive P...

Page 32: ...g procedure a Use a screwdriver blade to loosen and remove the 2 x 1 4 round head drive pin 9 on the old bracket b Remove the outer hex nut and lockwasher 3 and wire 5 from the screw holding the end of the bracket to the brush block c Remove solder from the remaining brass hex nut 2 Remove the hex nut and brush bracket from the screw on the brush block CAUTION Do not remove the screw 4 Failure to ...

Page 33: ...porated 96A0221B Page 4 5 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 Figure 4 2 Pre Bending New Brush Brackets 1 Brush 4 Pre Bend Brush Bracket Here 7 Bend Brush Bracket Here to Release Tension 2 Brush Bracket 5 Attach Spring Scale Here 3 Slip Ring Assembly 6 Direction of Required Tension ...

Page 34: ...ly with alcohol or glass cleaner and soft cloth Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Remove dust and dirt from the head assembly using a soft cloth or sponge with soap and water To clean slip rings and brushes follow the guidelines below Clean the slip rings and brushes with a cloth moistened with an appropriate solvent that will not leave a film or residue If sparking or pitting occurs smooth rings w...

Page 35: ...u cannot solve the problem with the information given here contact your local Siemens Airfield Solutions representative for help Refer to the table below for troubleshooting procedures Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 1 Short lamp life Loose connections Tighten connections Excess vibrations Replace bearing or shaft Low brush pressure Adjust brush bracket or replace brush assembly Refer to ...

Page 36: ...ll defective Replace photocell Relay defective Replace relay Loose or broken wire Repair or replace wire 4 Poor beacon visibility Lamp filament not at focal point of reflector Move socket up or down so the lamp filament is at the focal point of the reflector Dirty lenses Clean lenses after they cool off 5 Motor not turning Blown fuse Replace fuse F1 3 2 A Slo Blo Motor relay defective Replace rela...

Page 37: ...h parts list NS not shown indicates that a listed part is not illustrated The Description column gives the part name as well as its dimensions and other characteristics when appropriate Parts are indented under an assembly to show the part that applies to your particular sign module The Part Number column gives the Siemens Airfield Solutions part number Item Description Part Number Note NS Assembl...

Page 38: ...s reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 1 The RB 6 Beacon Export Version final assembly part number is 44D0221 X Item Description Part Number Note A2 Head assembly 44D0751 A1 Box assembly Export 44D4740 3 A3 Optional heater assembly 44B0789 S1 Silicone rubber sealant 67A0006 3 3 RB 6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly Parts List ...

Page 39: ...01A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 3 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 S1 A2 A1 A3 Figure 6 1 RB 6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly Export Version ...

Page 40: ...t lens RB 6 14 1 1 16 in 357 1875 mm O D 63A0167 M11 Gasket lens RB 6 15 7 8 in 403 225 mm O D 63A0172 M10 Gasket conical ring RB 6 21 1 4 in 539 75 mm O D 63A0170 H5 Lens green 14 in 355 6 mm 63A0168 H6 Lens clear 14 in 355 6 mm 63A0169 M8 Reflector assembly 62D0455 TB1 Terminal block 22 10 AWG 300 V 50 A 72A0016 M1 Lens clip 61A0074 H3 Strike 61A0051 3 H2 Catch 61A0051 1 NS Silicone sealant 67A0...

Page 41: ...L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 5 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 M1 H5 M6 M11 M10 M8 M9 H6 H2 H3 Figure 6 2 Head Assembly Single Head ...

Page 42: ...All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 3 The box assembly part number is 44C0750 X Item Description Part Number Note H24 Bearing 75A0004 A3 Shaft assembly 44C0393 H20 Fiber gear 48 teeth 68A0002 A2 Motor assembly export 115 V 50 60 Hz 26 teeth gear 44B0998 2 A5 Lid assembly 44B0285 5 Box Assembly Parts List ...

Page 43: ...RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 7 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 A5 A3 A2 H20 H24 Figure 6 3 Box Assembly ...

Page 44: ...reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 4 Motor assembly part number is 44B0998 X Item Description Part Number Note MT1 Gear motor 50 60 Hz 115 V 26 28 rpm Von Weise Gear Co V0378AA88 Series K83 69C0006 M1 Motor mount Export 62C0179 2 H3 Gear 26 teeth Export 68A0007 H3 M1 MT1 Figure 6 4 Motor Assembly 6 Motor Assembly Parts List ...

Page 45: ...lutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 9 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 5 Brush block assembly part number is 44A0222 Item Description Part Number Note H10 Brush 76A0001 F3 Fuse 3 2 A Slo Blo 47A0003 F2 Fuse 30 A Slo Blo 47A0024 7 Brush Block Assembly Parts List ...

Page 46: ...irport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 10 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Side View Front View Side View of Bracket F3 F2 H10 Figure 6 5 Brush Block Assembly ...

Page 47: ...corporated 96A0221B Page 6 11 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 6 Photocell contactor assembly part number is 44B0812 Item Description Part Number Note 1 Photocell 48A0089 2 Socket 49A0095 3 Terminal block 72A0016 4 Relay 53A0126 1 8 Photocell Contactor Assembly Parts List ...

Page 48: ...RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 12 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 1 2 3 4 Figure 6 6 Photocell Contactor Assembly ...

Page 49: ...Page 6 13 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 7 Heater assembly part number is 44B0789 Item Description Part Number Note HT1 Heater element 400 W 85A0050 F1 Fuse 5 A Slo Blo 47A0107 F1 Fuse holder 47A0061 TH1 Thermostat Dayton 2E998 54A0010 TB1 Terminal block 72A0016 9 Heater Assembly Parts List ...

Page 50: ...RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 14 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 HT1 TB1 TH1 F1 Figure 6 7 Heater Assembly ...

Page 51: ...Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 15 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 8 The reflector assembly part number is 44D0981 Item Description Part Number Note 1 Reflector 62D0455 2 Lamp support 62B0323 3 Socket phenolic 49A0002 4 Lamp 1000 w 48A0032 10 Reflector Assembly Parts List ...

Page 52: ... L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 16 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Front View Side View 1 1 2 3 4 2 3 Figure 6 8 Reflector Assembly ...

Page 53: ... 96A0221B Page 6 17 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 6 9 The optional obstruction light part number is 44B0805 Item Description Part Number Note 1 Obstruction light assembly 44B0804 2 Silicone rubber sealant 67A0006 1 3 Relay assembly 44B0435 11 Obstruction Light and Relay Parts List ...

Page 54: ...RB 6 L 801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Parts 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 6 18 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 1 2 3 Figure 6 9 Obstruction Light ...

Page 55: ...reserved Issued 5 01 Refer to the table below for optional assemblies part numbers Item Description Part Number Note NS Photocell contractor assembly 44B0812 NS Roof mounting assembly 44D0351 1 NS Pole mounting assembly 44C0259 NS Heater assembly 44B0789 NS Obstruction light assembly 44D0805 12 Optional Assemblies Parts List ...

Page 56: ...is section provides wiring schematics for the RB 6 beacon Export Version Wiring schematics and diagrams for Export Version RB 6 beacons include the following RB 6 beacon with optional heater wiring schematic photocell assembly wiring schematic See Figure 7 1 Section 7 Wiring Schematics 1 Introduction Wiring Schematics RB 6 Beacon with Optional Heater Wiring ...

Page 57: ...801A Airport Rotating Beacon Export Wiring Schematics 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 7 2 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 Figure 7 1 RB 6 Beacon with Optional Heater Wiring Schematic ...

Page 58: ...eacon Export Wiring Schematics 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions Incorporated 96A0221B Page 7 3 All rights reserved Issued 5 01 See Figure 7 2 Figure 7 2 Optional Photocell Assembly Wiring Schematic Optional Photocell Assembly Wiring ...

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