RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export)
Maintenance
2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated
96A0221B
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Issued 5/01
Table 4-1. RB-6 Rotating Beacon (Export Version) Maintenance
Interval Maintenance
Task
Action
Annually
Check to see if the beacon is level.
Make the beacon level, if necessary. Check the
level in four directions.
Check for loose or broken wiring, lugs,
and conduit.
Repair or renew wiring when needed. Tighten
loose lugs, conduit supports, and connections.
Replace broken brackets.
Check for cracked or deteriorated gaskets
or deteriorated weatherproofing.
Replace gaskets or weatherproofing, if necessary.
This subsection describes the following 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 approximately 120 degrees. Lift the lamp out of the
socket.
3.
Carefully insert the replacement lamp into the socket.
NOTE:
Make sure the lamp filament is vertical before closing the lens
cover and tightening the hexagonal screw.
WARNING:
The lens temperature can be as high as 373 °F
(189 °C). Allow one-half hour for the lamps to cool before
opening the lens cover. Failure to observe this warning may
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
3. Maintenance Procedures
Replacing Lamp
