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FTS 430/830-4
Approach Lighting Systems
Reference Manual
Part Number 791430830
SERIAL NUMBER
Flash Technology, 332 Nichol Mill Lane, Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 261-2000
Front Matter
Abstract
This manual describes the Installation, Maintenance, and Operation of the FTS 430 and FTS 830 Approach Lighting Systems manufactured by
Flash Technology Corporation of America®.
Copyright
Copyright © 2016 Flash Technology Corporation of America, Franklin, TN, 37067, U.S.A. All rights reserved. Reproduction or use of any portion of this manual, without express written permission from Flash Technology Corporation of America and/or its licenser, is prohibited.
Trademark Acknowledgments
Flash Technology Corporation of America® is a registered trademark name.
ElectroFlash™, Flash Tech™, Flash Technology™, FTCA™, Flash™, and the Flash Technology Logo are all trademarks of Flash
Technology Corporation of America®.
All trademarks and product names mentioned are properties of their respective companies, and are recognized and acknowledged as such by Flash
Technology Corporation of America.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is complete, accurate and up-to-date, Flash Technology Corporation of America assumes no liability for damages resulting from any errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the information contained herein. Flash Technology Corporation of America reserves the right to revise this manual without obligation to notify any person or
organization of the revision.
In no event will Flash Technology Corporation of America be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out
of the use of or the inability to use this manual.
Applicable Specification
This equipment meets or exceeds requirements for an FAA Type L-849 Style A, C, and E, and Type L-859, Styles B, D, and F.
Warranty
Flash Technology Corporation of America warrants all components, under normal operating conditions, for two years.
Parts Replacement
The use of non-OEM parts or unauthorized modification of this equipment will void the warranty and could invalidate the assurance of complying with FAA requirements as published in Advisory Circular 150/5345-51.
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PERSONNEL HAZARD WARNING
DANGEROUS VOLTAGES
Dangerous line voltages reside in certain locations in this equipment. Also, this
equipment may generate dangerous voltages. Although FTCA has incorporated
every practical safety precaution, exercise extreme caution at all 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 equipment is
operating. Do not change components or make adjustments inside the equipment
with power on.
Dangerous Voltages Can Persist with Power Disconnected
Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages can be present because capacitors
can retain charges even after the power has been disconnected.
Protect yourself — always turn off the input (primary) power and wait for one
minute for storage capacitors to drain their charge. Then check between the red
and blue wires on the flashhead terminal block with a voltmeter for any residual
charge before touching any circuit element or component.
Do Not Depend on Interlocks
Never depend on interlocks alone to remove unsafe voltages. Always check circuits with a voltmeter. Under no circumstances remove or alter any safety interlock switch.
EQUIPMENT CAUTION
Do not apply power to this equipment if any Printed circuit board, or any components have been removed. Serious damage will occur!
If any components have been removed, and you want to close the cover,
which automatically applies power because of the interlock switch, then you
MUST ensure that TB1, terminals 10 and 11 are shorted to each other. If you
do not use this procedure, damage will occur and it is not covered under warranty.
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Table of Contents
Section
Page
Section 1 — FTS 430/830 Introduction and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Elapsed Time Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flash Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Preliminaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Style 1 Current Regulator — Three Intensity Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Style 1 Current Regulator — Two Intensity Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Style 2 Current Regulator — Three Intensity Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1
1-1
1-1
1-2
1-2
1-2
1-2
1-2
1-3
1-3
1-4
1-4
1-5
Section 2 — Outline, Mounting, and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FH 400 Flashhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FH 800 Flashhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Rating Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Isolation Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-3
2-3
Section 3 — Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Line Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Component Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring and Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Relays (K1, K2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Timing and Trigger Board (PCB1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HV Rectifier Board (PCB2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bleed Resistor (R1, R2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interlock Switch (S1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashtube (FT101) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger Transformer (T101) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Voltage Transformer (T1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-1
3-1
3-1
3-1
3-1
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-3
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Component Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Voltage Transformer (T1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Voltage Transformer (T4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger Coupling Transformer (T3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Timing and Trigger Board (PCB1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HV Rectifier Board (PCB2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FH 400 Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FH 400 Flashtube (FT101) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FH 800 Flashtube (FT 101) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trigger Transformer (T101) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System-Level Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems with Individual Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-3
3-4
3-4
3-4
3-4
3-4
3-5
3-5
3-6
Section 4 — Replaceable and Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Converter Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashhead Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Returning Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repackaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1
4-1
4-1
4-1
4-1
4-1
4-1
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I-1
List of Figures
Page
Figure 1-1 PCB1 Timing and Trigger Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-1 Typical REIL Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-2 Typical ALS Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-3 PC 430 or PC 830 Power Converter Mounting and Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-4 FH 400 Flashhead Mounting and Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-5 FTS 430 Comounted Unit Mounting and Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-6 FH 800 Flashhead Mounting and Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-7 FTS 830 Comounted Unit Mounting and Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-8 Typical FTS 430/830 System Installation Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-9 PC 430 or PC 830 Power Converter Internal Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-10 FH 400 or FH 800 Flashhead Internal Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-1 FH) 2XWOLQHDQG:LULQJ. . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .
Figure 2-2 FH) Sample Installation .. . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .
Figure 4-1 PC430 or PC 830 Power Converter Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4-2 FH 400 Flashhead Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4-3 FH 800 Flashhead Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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2-4
2-5
2-6
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2-9
2-10
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2-13
2-14
2-15
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4-5
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List of Tables
Table 1-1 Style 1 Current Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1-2 Style 2 Current Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2-1 L-828 Power Rating Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3-1 System-Level Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3-2 Lighting Unit Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4-1 Power Converter Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 4-2 Flashhead Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 1 — FTS 430/830 Introduction and Operation
System
Application
FTS 430 System: An FTS 430 Approach Lighting System is a current driven system consisting of two or more
lighting units. Each lighting unit is composed of a white
FH 400 Flashhead and PC 430 Power Converter.
FTS 830 System: An FTS 830 Approach Lighting System is a current driven system consisting of two or more
lighting units. Each lighting unit is composed of a white
FH 800 Flashhead and PC 830 Power Converter.
The FH 400 Flashhead produces a beam covering 360
degrees horizontally and 8 degrees, or more, vertically.
The lens directs the main part of the beam upward toward
the airways, while limiting stray light toward the ground.
The FH 800 Flashhead directs the beam 30 degrees horizontally and 10 degrees vertically. The flashhead is
attached to a two-inch threaded pipe by a yoke that has
provisions for horizontal and vertical aiming and locking.
Power Requirements:
Current and Frequency
Isolation Transformer
FTS 430 Power (Watts)
FTS 830 Power (Watts)
2.8A to 6.6A, 50/60 Hz
FAA Type L-830
high int. 80
medium int. 50
low int. 30
120 fpm
high int. 175
medium int. 65
low int. 30
60 fpm
high int. 100
medium int. 45
low int. 25
FTS 430 Flash Intensity:
High Intensity
Medium Intensity
Low Intensity
5,000 cd
1,500 cd
300 cd
FTS 830 Flash Intensity:
Specifications
High Intensity
Medium Intensity
Low Intensity
Physical:
FTS 430 Comounted Assembly: (H x W x D)
28.50 x 25 x 14.00 in., 25 lbs.
724 x 635 x 355.60 mm, 11.53 kg.
FTS 830 Comounted Assembly: (H x W x D)
24.50 x 25 x 14.00 in., 25 lbs.
622.30 x 635 x 355.60 mm, 11.53 kg.
PC 430 or PC 830 Power Converter: (H x W x D)
12.25 x 20.00 x 14.00 in., 21 lbs.
311.2 x 508.0 x 355.6 mm, 9.53 kg.
FH 400 Flashhead: (H x W x D)
16.5 x 13.5 x 13.5 in., 10 lbs.
419 x 342.9 x 342.9 mm., 4.5 kg.
FH 800 Flashhead: (H x W x D)
10.75 x 7.80 in., 4 lbs.
273.1 x 198.1 mm, 1.82 kg.
Heights include dimensions of the units only and do not
include the distance from the bottom of each unit to the
ground.
Performance Characteristics:
FTS 430/830
L-849
20,000 cd
2,000 cd
450 cd
Flash Rate:
FTS 430
FTS 830
60 flashes per minute
120 flashes per minute
Flash Coverage:
FH 400:
Horizontal
Vertical
360 degrees
8 degrees (minimum)
FH 800:
Horizontal
Vertical
30 degrees (minimum)
10 degrees (minimum)
Control Interface:
Senses constant current level in a series line.
Inter-Unit Control:
Master/slave with common reference timing.
Monitoring:
FAA Advisory Circ. AC 150/5345-51 compliance.
Environmental:
FAA Advisory Circ. AC 150/5345-51 compliance.
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Intensity stepping or either light is controlled by the level
of current from a constant current regulator. They are
designed for use with L-828, Class 1, Styles 1 and 2 constant current regulators.
Elapsed Time Meter
The Elapsed Time Meter shows the hours of operation at
high intensity. You can use this timer, for example, to
schedule inspections, cleaning, or flashtube replacement
as preventive maintenance.
Flash Monitor
The Flash Monitor allows monitoring flash operation
with external monitoring equipment. The main terminal
block TB1 has two connections at TB1-4 and TB1-5 to
which you can connect the monitoring device. These contacts open upon failure of the flashtube for more than
approximately 12 seconds. When you first turn the unit
on, a failure may be indicated for about 12 seconds until
the monitor detects sufficient flashes to close the contacts.
After this initial period, the contacts remain closed until a
failure occurs or the power is removed.
Internal timing circuitry in each lighting unit (power converter) fixes the instant at which it flashes. The factory
sets simultaneous or sequential flashing. The master unit
is the one designated by the factory. It distributes a reference timing signal to all units in a system. The reference
timing signal from the master also contains encoded flash
intensity information. A control line, which enables
sequential flashing, interconnects all the lights.
Setup
This section applies to FTS 430 or FTS 830 Systems
drawing power from an L-828, Class 1 Constant Current
Regulator. A Class 1 regulator delivers a maximum of 6.6
amps. Two styles are in general use for runway lighting:
Style 1 and Style 2. The Style 1 regulator has three current steps and the Style 2 has five.
FTS 430 or FTS 830 Systems can be set to step from one
of three intensity levels to another as the equipment input
current changes. Table 1-1 and Table 1-2 summarize typical ways to set up the operation of the equipment.
Operation
The lights operate when power is applied.
A REIL (Runway End Identifier Lights) system consists
of only two lights that are located on each side of the runway at the landing threshold. The REIL lights flash
(simultaneously) after the last center line light has
flashed.
Do not apply power to this equipment if
any Printed circuit board, or any components have been removed. Serious
damage will occur!
In ALS applications, the lights are aligned with the center
line of the runway, and they flash sequentially toward the
landing threshold. An ALS installation may have from 3
to 21 (or more) sequentially flashing lights. FTS 430 or
830 lights are also used in a combined ALS and REIL
configuration where the REILs flash (simultaneously)
after the last center line light has flashed.
If any components have been removed,
and you want to close the cover, which
applies power because of the interlock
switch, you MUST ensure that TB1, terminals 10 and 11 are shorted to each
other. If you do not use this procedure,
damage will occur and it is not covered
under warranty.
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powers the runway lights. If the total number of lights
changes substantially any time after you make FTS
430 or FTS 830 set-up adjustments, it could affect
system switching operation. Permanent changes, such
as adding or deleting runway lights, require making
readjustments to FTS 430 or FTS 830 lights.
Table 1-1 Style 1 Current Regulator
Current
Step
Flash Intensity
Three Levels
Two Levels
1 (4.8A)
LOW
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
2 (5.5 A)
MED
LOW LOW MED
OFF
3 (6.6 A)
HIGH
HIGH MED HIGH ANY
Table 1-2 Style 2 Current Regulator
4. To calculate the power required from the CCR, use
400 watts per light.
Setup Procedures
If you do not understand how to set up your system, consult Technical Support @ 1-800-821-5825.
Current Step
Flash Intensity
1 (2.8 A)
OFF
2 (3.4 A)
LOW
3 (4.1 A)
MED
4 (5.2 A)
MED
CAUTION
5 (6.6 A)
HIGH
Setting up the system requires operation
of lighting units while enclosures are
opened, thus exposing dangerous
potentials. Do not touch any component
except PCB1 during these procedures.
Adjustment potentiometers and indicator LEDs reside on
the Timing and Trigger Board (PCB1) of each unit. Figure 1-1 shows potentiometer and LED locations. Set up
each unit in the system as described in the following text.
Step-by-step procedures for obtaining these operations
follow in Section Setup Preliminaries.
Setup Preliminaries
Tilt the enclosure open and pull the interlock plunger up
to the service position to perform set-up procedures. The
following abbreviations apply:
Follow these general rules:
1. You cannot achieve full HIGH intensity light output
at any input current level lower than 6.6 amps.
2. You may not be able to achieve reliable MEDIUM
intensity switching at an input current level less than
4.0 amps.
3. FTCA expects operation of the FTS 430 or FTS 830
System from the same constant current regulator that
FTS 430/830
•
CCR (Constant Current Regulator)
•
CCW (Counterclockwise)
•
CW (Clockwise)
•
LED (Light Emitting Diode)
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Figure 1-1 PCB1 Timing and Trigger Board
Style 1 Current Regulator — Three Intensity Levels
For this style, the lighting system switches off only when
the CCR is switched off.
1. Turn the HIGH, MED, and LOW controls fully CW.
2. Set the CCR to STEP 1 and adjust the LOW pot
CCW until LOW LED just comes on.
3. Set the CCR to STEP 2 and adjust MED pot CCW
until the MED LED just comes on.
4. Set the CCR to Step 3 and adjust the HIGH pot CCW
until the HIGH LED just comes on.
5. Recheck the light at all current steps and verify that
LEDs respond correctly at each step. Also verify by
visual comparison that flashing intensity decreases
when the CCR is switched from Step 3 to Step 2, and
that it decreases further when the CCR is switched
from Step 2 to Step 1.
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6. Recheck each light in the system. It may be necessary
to readjust some lights after all lights are operational
and flashing.
Style 1 Current Regulator — Two Intensity Levels
For this style, the lighting system switches off when the
CCR is at Step 1. It flashes at LOW intensity when the
CCR is at Step 2, and at HIGH intensity when the CCR is
at Step 3.
1. Turn the HIGH, MED, and LOW control fully CW.
2. Set the CCR to Step 2 and adjust the LOW control
CCW until the LOW LED just comes on and the
strobe light flashes in low intensity.
3. Set the CCR to Step 3 and adjust the HIGH control
CCW until the HIGH LED just comes on.
4. Recheck the light at all current steps and verify that
LEDs respond correctly at each step. Also verify by
visual comparison that flashing intensity decreases
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when the CCR is switched from Step 3 to Step 2, and
that the light switches off completely when the CCR
is switched from Step 2 to Step 1.
5. Recheck each light in the system. It may be necessary
to readjust some lights after all lights are operational
and flashing.
Style 2 Current Regulator — Three Intensity Levels
For this style, the lighting system switches on when the
CCR is at Step 1 and switches to progressively higher
intensities as you switch the CCR to higher steps.
1. Turn the HIGH, MED, and LOW controls fully CW.
2. Set the CCR to Step 1 and adjust the LOW control
CCW until the LOW LED just comes on.
3. Set the CCR to Step 3 and adjust the MED control
CCW until the MED LED just comes on.
FTS 430/830
4. Set the CCR to Step 5 and adjust the HIGH control
CCW until the HIGH LED just comes on.
5. Set the CCR to Step 4 and verify that the HIGH LED
goes off. If not, you may need to adjust the HIGH
control slightly CW until it does.
6. Set the CCR to Step 2 and verify the MED LED goes
off.
7. Recheck the light at all current steps and verify that
LEDs respond correctly at each step. Make trimming
adjustments if necessary. Also verify by visual comparison that flashing intensity decreases when the
CCR is switched from Step 5 to Step 4, and that it
decreases further when the CCR is switched to Step
2.
8. Recheck each light in the system. It may be necessary
to readjust some lights after all lights are operational
and flashing.
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Section 2 — Outline, Mounting, and Installation
Unpacking
FH 800 Flashhead
Inspect shipping cartons for signs of damage before opening. Check package contents against the packing list and
inspect each item for visible damage. Damage claims
should be reported promptly to the freight handler.
Tools
Screws fasten the bezel ring, which retains the flashtube,
to the housing. Remove the screws and bezel, and then
remove the flashtube for access to the interior.
Mounting
ATTENTION
The following are hand tools suggested for installation
and maintenance:
•
#2 Phillips-head screwdriver
•
#2 flat-blade screwdriver
•
1/8" flat blade screwdriver (for adjustments)
•
Spanner wrench (or large slip-joint pliers) for 2-inch
conduit locking nut
•
TriplettTM Model 630-NA VOM, or equivalent analog
volt-ohm meter
Access
WARNING
Before proceeding, read the warning on
Page iii. Disconnect primary power
before opening the enclosure.
Each light is packaged in its own shipping carton. The position at which the
light is to be installed is marked on the
outside of the carton and on an ID label
on the outside of the power converter.
Refer to Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 to
identify positions.
The light’s position is particularly important in a system
of sequentially flashing lights. In-general, lights at the
runway threshold are labeled A and B. Sequential lights
are labeled numerically in the order of the flashing
sequence. Thus PC #1 is to be installed farthest from the
runway threshold.
Mounting and outline information for the FTS 430 and
FTS 830 Systems are shown in: Figure 2-3, Figure 2-4,
Figure 2-5, Figure 2-6, and Figure 2-7. Use the following
guidelines:
•
Allow adequate space around the equipment for
access during installation and service.
•
Connect the power converter to a grounding rod or the
site grounding system, but not to the counterpoise.
See the installation guideline in Figure 2-8.
Power Converter
Five latches secure the cover. Turn the latch handles to
release the cover, which swings open for access.
FH 400 Flashhead
Installation
Retaining clips secure the lens. Loosen the two screws
that hold each of these to turn and then lift the lens off the
base.
FTS 430/830
This manual may not contain all the information about
installation wiring for your installation.
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NOTE
If installation drawings prepared specifically for your site disagree with information provided in this manual, the site
installation drawings should take precedence. Consult any site-specific installation wiring diagram supplied with your
equipment.
FTCA wiring diagrams define only minimum requirements recommended for satisfactory equipment operation. It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with
all applicable electrical codes.
Conduit and other distribution wiring details can be found
on electrical installation diagrams provided by FTCA or
others.
Figure 2-1 Typical REIL Configuration on Page 2-4
shows a typical REIL configuration. For the FTS 430, the
two lights are functionally and physically interchangeable. The master light is designated as A. Although these
lights flash simultaneously, lights for positions A and B
should not be interchanged unless each one is re-aimed.
The factory presets aiming for the position. Flashheads
are typically comounted with power converters for REIL
applications.
Figure 2-2 Typical ALS Configurations on Page 2-5
shows a typical RAILs. The five RAILs are labeled from
1 to 5 to identify their positions; the light with the lowest
number is located farthest from the runway and is the first
to flash. RAILs are typically configured by mounting
power converters and flashheads as separate units. The
two REILs are labeled A and B, with the master light as
A.
Power Rating Guidelines
EQUIPMENT CAUTION!
If any components have been removed, and
you want to close the cover, which casues
the interlock switch to apply power, you
MUST ensure that TB1, terminals 10 and 11
are shorted to each other. If you do not do
this, damage will occur and it is not covered
under warranty.
You can connect FTS 430 or 830 lights directly to the
series runway lighting circuit through the same type of
isolation transformer used for incandescent runway edge
and threshold lights. In this case, a voltage conversion
adaptor is not required.
You may couple FTS 430 and FTS 830 Systems directly
to the series runway lighting circuit through a Type
L-830-10 or Type L-830-11 (300 watt) isolation transformer. You must use one isolation transformer for each
light.
Fixed rules regarding the size (power rating) of the constant current regulator required for FTS 430 or FTS 830
Systems are difficult to establish because of the following
installation variables:
1. The number of steady burning runway lights taking
power from the same series lighting circuit
2. The number of FTS 430 or FTS 830 lights
3. The flash rate (60 or 120 FPM) of the FTS 430 or
FTS 830 System
However, general practice has led to the guidelines in
Table 2-1. The recommended sizes allow up to 50% of the
rated capacity for shared loading with steady-burning
runway and approach lights.
Table 2-1 L-828 Power Rating Guidelines
Number of
FTS Approach Lights
Constant Current
Regulator Rating
2-7
4 KW
8-15
7.5 KW
16-21
10 KW
Do not apply power to this equipment if any
Printed circuit board, or any components
have been removed. Serious damage will
occur!
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EQUIPMENT CAUTION!
Do not attempt to operate this equipment
from a voltage adaptor. Connection to a
voltage adaptor could cause internal damage and will void the warranty.
Isolation Transformer
When the series line is driven by a Class 1 (6.6 ampere)
constant current regulator, each light should be coupled to
the series line through a Type L-830-10 (6.6/6.6 amperes,
300 watt) isolation transformer. If the series line is driven
by a class 2 (20 ampere) constant current regulator, each
light should be coupled to the series line by a Type
L-830-11 (20/6.6 amperes, 300 watt) isolation transformer. Either a Style 1 (3 current steps) or a Style 2 (5
current steps) regulator may be used.
Wiring
Figure 2-8 provides wiring guidelines for FTS 430 or
FTS 830 Systems.
Connect the power from the airport series line to an isolation transformer (FAA Type L-830) placed near each
power converter. Connect each transformer to its respective power converter by using two conductors.
All power converters must be interconnected for synchronous timing with two unshielded #14 AWG (or larger)
conductors, twisted together (6 turns per foot is recommended). NOTE: FTCA recommends 600 Volt insulation
on all wires that interconnect the lighting system.
FTCA recommends a counterpoise using bare solid copper.
When you mount flashheads separately from power converters, wire each flashhead to its corresponding power
FTS 430/830
converter. You must use five conductors. FTCA PN 6340
cable is recommended.
Ground all cases. FTCA provides a grounding lug on
each power converter base. Install a grounding rod at each
unit. Do not ground to the counterpoise for lightning protection.
Installation Checklist
Carry out the following steps before applying power:
1. Inspect equipment for shipping damage.
2. Verify equipment against the packing list to ensure
completeness.
3. Examine and verify installation drawings.
4. Position and mount each unit correctly according to
packaging and labeling.
5. Ensure that the case is mounted upright, water-tight,
and grounded.
6. Check to ensure that all mounting hardware is tight.
7. Ensure that no holes are punched or drilled in the top
surface of the case.
8. Wire units according to instructions.
9. Check for proper series current.
10. Check all electrical connections for tightness.
11. Check all terminal strip connections for tightness.
12. Ground the power converter.
13. Install the proper isolation transformer (L-830) to
match series line current (either 6.6 to 6.6 amp or 20
to 6.6 amp).
14. Do not use voltage adaptors.
When you are certain that the installation is correct and
complete, use the set-up instructions in Section Setup on
Page 1-2.
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Figure 2-1 Typical REIL Configuration
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Figure 2-2 Typical ALS Configurations
FTS 430/830
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12.3
(311)
2" NPT PIPE
(NOT SUPPLIED)
2.25 (57.2)
(NOMINAL)
FRANGIBLE
COUPLING
GROUND
LEVEL
PAD
2.38 DIA
(60.5)
14.0
(356)
NOTE:
1. DIMENSIONS ARE IN
INCHES (MILLIMETERS).
8.00
(203)
20.0
(508)
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Figure 2-3 PC 430 or PC 830 Power Converter Mounting and Outline
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16.5 (419)
LEVELING NUTS
(3 PLACES)
13.5 (343) DIA.
NOTES:
1. WIND AREA = 1 SQ.FT. (.09 SQ.M.)
2. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES (MILLIMETERS).
3. EXTRA HOLE IS USED WHEN FLASHHEAD
IS MOUNTED ON A FRANGIBLE MAST.
2.38 (60.3) DIA
MOUNTING HOLE
IN LEVELING PLATE
1.06 (27) DIA
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Figure 2-4 FH 400 Flashhead Mounting and Outline
FTS 430/830
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15.0
(381)
LEVELING SCREWS
(3 PLACES)
28.5
(724)
12.3
(311)
2" NPT PIPE (SUPPLIED BY OTHERS)
2.25 (57) NOMINAL
FRANGIBLE
COUPLING
GROUND LEVEL
PAD
14.0
(356)
NOTE:
CL
8.00
(203)
1. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES (MILLIMETERS)
20.0
(508)
25
(635)
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Figure 2-5 FTS 430 Comounted Unit Mounting and Outline
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8.9
(226)
6.7
(170)
15°
11
(273)
7.80
(198)
2.38 DIA
(60.5)
5.25
(133)
FH800MO
Figure 2-6 FH 800 Flashhead Mounting and Outline
FTS 430/830
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24.5
(622)
12.3
(311)
2" NPT PIPE (SUPPLIED BY OTHERS)
2.25 (57) NOMINAL
FRANGIBLE
COUPLING
GROUND LEVEL
PAD
14.0
(356)
NOTE:
CL
8.00
(203)
1. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES (MILLIMETERS)
20.0
(508)
25
(635)
800CMUMO
Figure 2-7 FTS 830 Comounted Unit Mounting and Outline
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Figure 2-8 Typical FTS 430/830 System Installation Wiring
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TB1
RTN
DENOTES GROUNDING ROD CONNECTION. GROUNDING
TO COUNTERPOISE NOT RECOMMENDED.
BLU
RED
NOTE 2
5. ALARM IS OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT. CONTACTS OPEN ON FAIL.
4. SET UP ADJUSTMENTS MAY BE REQUIRED AT EACH LIGHTING
UNIT FOR INTENSITY CONTROL. REFER TO EQUIPMENT MANUAL.
3. THIS EQUIPMENT IS PHASE SENSITIVE. ALL UNITS MUST BE
WIRED THE SAME WAY.
2.
BLK
1 CONTROL
TB2
2
RED
ANODE 1
3 GND
2
ALARM 4
BLU
SEE 5
CATHODE 3
BLK
NOTE 5. 6
TRIGGER 4
WHT
TRIG RTN 5
7
8
6
9
7
PRIMARY
10
8
POWER
(2.8 TO 6.6A)
11
PUR
NOTE 3
GND
SHIELD
CONTROL
1. BARE COPPER WIRE RECOMMENDED FOR COUNTERPOISE
CONTROL
2.8 - 6.6 AMP
SERIES LINE
COUNTERPOISE
TO ADDITIONAL
FTS 830 LIGHTS
IF USED
ANODE
RED
TRIG
BLK
CATHODE
BLU
PC 430 OR PC 830
PUR
TRIG RTN
WHT
GND
SHIELD
TB1
RTN
BLU
RED
WHT
PUR
SHIELD
BLK
RTN
FH 800
COUNTERPOISE
NOTE 1
PN 6340 CABLE
(TYPICAL ALL LIGHTS)
PUR
SHIELD
7-7257-02D
FROM SYSTEM CURRENT REGULATOR
6.6 TO 6.6A
300W
TYPICAL LINE
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER
L-830-10
NOTE 2
1 CONTROL
TB2
2
RED
ANODE 1
3 GND
2
ALARM 4
BLU
CATHODE 3
SEE 5
BLK
NOTE 5. 6
TRIGGER 4
WHT
TRIG RTN 5
7
8
6
9
7
PRIMARY
10
8
POWER
(2.8 TO 6.6A)
11
PUR
NOTE 3
GND
SHIELD
TB1
CONTROL
PC 430 OR PC 830
NOTE 2
(TYPICAL)
(NOT REQUIRED AT
FLASHHEAD IF CO-MOUNTED)
(2 SEPARATE WIRES TWISTED TOGETHER, UNSHIELDED)
#14 AWG 600VAC, MIN.
NOTE 2
1 CONTROL
TB2
2
RED
ANODE 1
3 GND
2
ALARM 4
BLU
SEE 5
CATHODE 3
BLK
NOTE 5. 6
TRIGGER 4
WHT
TRIG RTN 5
7
8
6
9
7
PRIMARY
10
8
POWER
(2.8 TO 6.6A)
11
PUR
NOTE 3
GND
SHIELD
CONTROL
PC 430 OR PC 830
SYSTEM AND FLASHHEAD
TYPES CANNOT BE
INTERMIXED.
WITH FTS 430 SYSTEMS
WITH FTS 830 SYSTEMS
OR
USE FH 400 FLASHHEADS
SHIELD
USE FH 800 FLASHHEADS
ANODE
RED
FH 400
BLU
RED
WHT
REIL PAIR
TRIG
BLK
FH 400
FH 800
BLK
FLASHHEADS MAY BE CO-MOUNTED WITH
POWER CONVERTERS OR MOUNTED SEPERATELY
UP TO 150 FEET AWAY.
ANODE
RED
TRIG
BLK
CATHODE
BLU
CATHODE
BLU
FH 400
NOT SUPPLIED BY FTCA
PUR
GND
SHIELD
GND
PUR
TRIG RTN
WHT
NOT SUPPLIED BY FTCA
TRIG RTN
WHT
NOT SUPPLIED BY FTCA
FH 800
WHT
FTS 430/830
2-11
PUR
SHIELD
B
A
5
2
BRN
YEL
BLK
RED 3
4
BLK
PC 430 PC 830
HIGH
C1,2
C1,2,6
MED
C5,6
C5
LOW
C7
C7
1. SHOWN WIRED FOR PC 430.
WHEN WIRING FOR PC 830:
CONNECT WHT/RED TO T1-2
CONNECT WHT/ORN TO T1-4.
2. ELAPSED TIME METER (OPTION).
3. FLASH MONITOR (OPTION).
4. FLASH INTERLOCK (OPTION).
5. CAPACITORS BANKS:
COM
BLK
BLK
2
1
T4
LOW VOLTAGE
TRANSFORMER
G2
TB1
CONTROL
1
R3
BLK
VR2
2
GND
3 GRN
CONTACTS ALARM 4 RED
OPEN ON
ALARM 5 BRN
BRN
FAIL
6
7 BLK
8 WHT/BLK
9 GRY
BLK
2.8 - 6.6AMP 10
INPUT
RED
POWER 2.8 - 6.6AMP 11 RED
7
NOTE 4
6
WHT/BLK
5
4
3
2
WHT/ORN
GRN
1
3
2
4
T5
ISOLATION
TRANSFORMER
NO
NC
S1 INTERLOCK
7
BLK
GRY
K4
INTERLOCK
RELAY
GRY
WHT/RED
NOTE 1
3 4 5 6
1 2
7 8 9 10 11 TB3
GRN
GRN
2
GRN
GRN
PCB1
TIMING & TRIGGER
1
GRN
YEL
YEL
YEL
4
YEL
G1
1 2
GRN
BLU
HIGH
3
WHT/GRN
GRN
1
2
1
BLU
NOTE 5
NOTE 2
MED
P4
BLU
P2
R1
PCB2
HV RECTIFIER
GRN
P1
P3
YEL
2
GRN
R2
1
LOW
RED
GRN
NOTE 5
K2
MED MODE
RELAY
8
4
6
7
3
5
RED
ORN
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 TB4
WHT/ORN
ORN
HV 2
8
6
7
5
AC IN
L2
FLASHCHOKE
YEL
R4 YEL
RED
T1
HIGH VOLTAGE
TRANSFORMER
WHT/VIO
OPTION POWER
24VAC
WHT/GRY
2.8 - 6.6A
WHT/BRN
24VAC
RED
MED MODE RELAY
WHT/BLK
2.8 - 6.6A
YEL
GRN
HIGH MODE RELAY
GROUND
BLK
CONTROL SIGNAL
BLU
TRIGGER SIGNAL
WHT/RED
K1
HIGH MODE
RELAY
GROUND
ORN
HV 1
HV 3
SEE NOTE 3
QC4
QC5
6 5
4
RED
GRY
3
9
1011 1 2
87
YEL
K3
FLASH
DETECTION
RELAY
RED
BLU
BLU
WHT/BLU
GRN
RED
RED
QC3
QC6
GRN
WHT/BLU
TB2
1
2
PCB3
SENSE
MODULE
TB1
T1
12
CATHODE
TRIGGER
TRIG RTN
ANODE
TB2
1 ANODE
2
3 CATHODE
4 TRIGGER
5 TRIG RTN
6 INTERLOCK
7
SHIELD
8
T3
COUPLING
TRANSFORMER
RED
TB2-1 WIRES FROM
K2-3 AND TB4-5
ARE MOVED TO
TB2-2.
BLU
ORN
BLU
BLU
-HV
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AC IN
BLU
2-12
YEL
RED
TO
FLASHHEAD
BLU
BLK
WHT
PUR
3-7418-01X
WHT/GRN
BRN
Figure 2-9 PC 430 or PC 830 Power Converter Internal Wiring
430830IW
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FT101
FLASHTUBE
T101
TRIGGER
TRANSFORMER
Figure 2-10 FH 430 or FH 830 Flashhead Internal Wiring
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PUR
WHT
BLK
BLU
RED
RC101
71
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FH 83F-2 Inset Light
The FH 83F-2 is used in MALSR or ALSF sequenced flashing approach lighting systems, or wherever
inset lights are preferred over elevated lights. It is available for both voltage and current-driven applications
and is compatible with all Flash Technology FTS 800 Series Unidirectional Approach Systems. It may be
remotely controlled and monitored with the FTC 183 Airport Approach Lighting System Controller.
• Dimensions: 6.1 Inches Tall X 12 Inches Wide; 304.5 X 155 mm
• Weight: 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg)
• IP 67 / NEMA 6 Rating
Figure 2-11 FH 83F-2 Outline and Wiring
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ATTENTION!
THIS DRAWING IS ONLY INTENDED FOR USE AS GENERAL AIRFIELD SYSTEM DESIGN GUIDANCE. THE
DESIGNER MUST VERIFY DESIGN WITH LOCAL CODES AND VARYING CHARACTERISTICS FOR EACH UNIQUE
AIRFIELD APPLICATION.
Figure 2-12 FH 83F-2 Sample Installation
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Section 3 — Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Safety
SAFETY
STOP: Before proceeding—read the
warning on Page iii.
Work safely as follows:
1. Remove rings and watches before opening the equipment.
2. Shut off the equipment.
3. Remove the component or connect the test instruments.
4. Replace the component.
5. Turn on the power and test the system.
6. Turn off the power and disconnect the test equipment.
EQUIPMENT CAUTION!
Do not apply power to this equipment if
any Printed circuit board, or any components have been removed. Serious
damage will occur!
If any components have been removed,
and you want to close the cover, which
automatically applies power because of
the interlock switch, then you MUST
ensure that TB1, terminals 10 and 11
are shorted to each other. If you do not
use this procedure, damage will occur
and it is not covered under warranty.
Preventive Maintenance
Carry out the following inspection and cleaning procedures at least twice a year:
1. Verify that moisture does not enter the equipment
through gaskets or seals, or collected inside as condensation.
2. Verify that all drain holes are clear.
3. Check terminal blocks and relays for evidence of corrosion and electrical arcing. Clean or replace any
component that shows evidence of high-voltage damage.
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4. Check flashtube connections for signs of pitting or
arcing. Verify that anode and cathode connections are
firmly tightened.
5. Check all electrical connections for tightness and verify the absence of corrosion or electrical arcing.
6. Clean the outside surface of the FH 800 glass with
liquid detergent and water. Wipe it gently with a soft
cloth or paper towel.
7. Clean the outside and inside surface of the FH 400
lens with an FTCA-approved professional plastic
cleaner. Wipe lens with cheesecloth only. Do not use
regular cloth or paper towels.
Storage
No special considerations are required for long-term storage of any major assembly. Keep circuit boards, when not
installed in the equipment, in anti-static bags or containers.
Diagnostic Testing
In performing functional tests, observe the operation of
the system or of individual lights as you step the input
current from one level to another. You must understand
what is proper operation at this particular installation; that
is, how the equipment was set up initially (see Section 1
— FTS 430/830 Introduction and Operation). If the system does not operate exactly according to its set up, you
may need to repeat the set-up adjustments described in
Section 1.
Line interference or an incompatibility between the
power system and the lights may prevent obtaining the
desired set-up performance of the system. If only one light
fails to set up properly, a malfunction in that particular
light may be the cause.
Control Line Interference
Electrical interference on the control line can cause system problems. Interference can occur if the line is open,
shorted, or not a twisted pair. Suspect a control line prob-
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lem if all units respond correctly to checkout only when
you disconnect the control wire. Sometimes, you can
eliminate marginal interference by placing a 470 ohm
resistor from the control line terminal to the component
bracket at one or more lighting units.
Wires or cables that move repeatedly will ultimately
break. Ensure that all cables (the flashhead cable in particular) are securely fastened at short intervals to the
structure or other supports.
Inspection
Component Testing
Always make resistance measurements with the primary
power turned off. However, you must make voltage measurements with the power applied. Thus, for your safety,
carry out all preliminary steps such as connecting test
leads or circuit jumpers, or disconnecting existing circuit
connections with the power off.
Capacitors
Evaluate the condition of a capacitor with an analog
volt-ohmmeter operating in the resistance mode. The following method assumes an instrument with a X100 resistance scale.
Place the meter leads across the terminals of an isolated
(no electrical connections to other circuits) and fully discharged capacitor. Observe the subsequent needle movement.
If the capacitor is functional, the needle initially indicates
zero ohms, but soon begins to rise to higher indicated values. A capacitor that is disconnected from other circuitry
is defective if it does not exhibit this behavior. The length
of time it takes the needle to reach the 1-megohm reading
(about 65% full-scale) is a measure of the capacitance.
For example, the time is about 5 seconds for a 10-mfd.
capacitor, or 10 seconds for a 20-mfd. capacitor, and so
forth.
Manually discharge the capacitor before repeating this
measurement. This test may not detect a malfunction that
occurs only at high voltage.
Closely inspect the units and check the connections
against the installation instructions. Also, a close inspection may reveal insulation breakdown, an overheated
component, corrosion, loose connections, faulty relays,
incorrect hookup, and so forth.
Relays (K1, K2)
A malfunctioning relay may have faulty contacts, a sticky
mechanism, or a defective coil. Determine the first two
possibilities by inspection and manually exercising the
armature. Confirm a defective coil by measuring its resistance. To measure the resistance of relay coils, first
remove the wires from one of the connections to the coil
terminals on the relay. The measured coil resistance for
both relays should be approximately 290 ohms.
Timing and Trigger Board (PCB1)
Carry out the adjustment procedures in Section 1 before
concluding that PCB1 is faulty. Then replace this circuit
board with one known to be in good condition. You must
remove the programming matrix (see Figure 1-1 for location) from the existing circuit board and plug it into the
replacement board.
HV Rectifier Board (PCB2)
Replace this circuit board with one known to be in good
condition.
Bleed Resistor (R1, R2)
A bank of capacitors connected in parallel may be
checked as a single unit. If the test indicates a short circuit, the individual capacitors have to be disconnected
and checked separately. A shorted capacitor is indicated if
the resistance does not rise above zero after several seconds of measurement.
The resistance of R1 is 35 kohms. The resistance of R2 is
50 kohms.
Wiring and Cabling
Flashtube (FT101)
3-2
Interlock Switch (S1)
Readjust the interlock switch bracket, if necessary.
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Visually inspect the flashtube for broken electrodes,
cracked glass, and the solder connections of the pins. A
darkened envelope doses not necessarily mean the light
output would be unacceptable. Before concluding that a
faulty flashtube is responsible for an inadequate flash,
first rule out other possible causes such as weak or absent
discharge voltage or triggering pulses.
Trigger Transformer (T101)
The measured resistance of the secondary winding (potted assembly) should be approximately 150 ohms. Check
the ferrite core for cracks. Check the mounting screws for
tightness.
High Voltage Transformer (T1)
Measure the voltage between the terminals TB4-3 and
TB4-11 on PCB2. The voltage should be between 900
and 1050 volts AC.
Component Removal and
Replacement
For the power converter, refer to Figure 4-1 and Figure
2-9.
High Voltage Transformer (T1)
Removal
1. Disconnect wires leading to the transformer.
2. Remove four screws holding the transformer to the
rear of the chassis and remove the transformer from
the chassis.
Replacement
Reverse the removal procedure. Verify the wiring with
Figure 2-9.
Low Voltage Transformer (T4)
Removal
1. Disconnect wires leading to the transformer.
2. Remove the two screws holding the transformer to
the side of the chassis and remove transformer from
the chassis.
Replacement
Reverse the removal procedure. Verify the wiring with
Figure 2-9.
Trigger Coupling Transformer (T3)
Removal and replacement are similar to the procedure for
the Low Voltage Transformer.
Timing and Trigger Board (PCB1)
Removal
1. Loosen, but do not remove, all eleven screws holding
the circuit board to TB3.
2. Loosen the screws at the top that hold the board to the
chassis and lift the board from TB3.
Replacement
1. To replace PCB1 with a spare board, remove the programming matrix from the existing board and insert it
into the replacement board. See Figure 1-1 for the
location of the programming matrix.
2. Reverse the removal procedure.
HV Rectifier Board (PCB2)
Removal and replacement are similar to the procedure for
PCB1 (except for programming).
Capacitors
Removal
1. Disconnect wires leading to the capacitors.
2. Remove the hold-down screws. Lift the capacitors
from their receiving holes and away from the chassis.
Replacement
Insert capacitors into their respective receiving holes.
Replace hold-down screws to secure capacitors to the
chassis.
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Reconnect wires to capacitors and verify the wiring with
Figure 2-9. Wires must be replaced exactly as removed.
In some instances, a quick-connect wire terminal will not
seat properly if it is not placed on the terminal cluster
exactly as it was before removal. This is caused by interference between the insulation on the wire terminal and
the insulation surrounding the terminal cluster on the
capacitor.
Flashhead
For the flashhead refer to Figure 4-2, Figure 4-3, and Figure 2-10.
WARNING
Before opening the flashhead, verify that
the power converter has been disabled
and that the capacitors have been completely discharged.
FH 400 Lens
Removal
1. Loosen the two screws holding down each of three
clamps.
2. Rotate the lens so that the hold-down tabs slide out
from under the clamps, and then lift the lens free.
Replacement
1. Place the lens so that its bottom rests on the base.
2. Rotate the lens so that its hold-down tabs slide under
the clamps. Tighten the two screws on each of the
three clamps to secure the lens.
FH 400 Flashtube (FT101)
Removal
Loosen the three screws on the three screw lugs to free
the flashtube base pins then lift the flashtube from the
assembly.
Replacement
Align the pins on the flashtube base with the clamps of
the terminal screw lugs and insert the pins into place.
Tighten the screws on the terminal screw lugs to secure
the flashtube.
FH 800 Flashtube (FT 101)
Removal
1. Remove the three screws and nuts holding down the
flashtube bezel.
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2. Carefully pry the flashtube free of the neoprene
washer around the edge.
3. Lift out the flashtube assembly and disconnect the
attached wires. Note the color of the wires and their
connections.
Replacement
1. Connect the flashhead wires to the flashtube.
2. Place the flashtube so that its edge rests squarely on
the neoprene washer on the base.
3. Rotate the flashtube so that the small arrow on the
edge of the lens aligns next to the tiny hole at the
edge of the base lip.
4. Fasten the flashtube by re-attaching the bezel to the
flashhead using the three screws and nuts previously
removed.
Trigger Transformer (T101)
Removal
1. At the trigger wire post adjacent to the flashtube,
remove the large diameter wire coming from the trigger transformer.
2. Remove the two smaller wires originating at the trigger transformer from the ceramic spacers. Do not disconnect the primary winding wires (seven turns of
hook-up wire).
3. Remove the two 4-40 x 2" Phillips-head screws holding the transformer assembly to the bracket. Note the
orientation of the molded secondary winding with
respect to fixed features on the bracket, since it must
be re-installed with this same orientation.
4. Remove the outer half of the core and lift off the
molded secondary winding. The seven turns of the
primary winding will remain hanging in place.
5. Remove the inner half of the core, taking care not to
uncoil any turns of the primary winding.
Replacement
1. Re-assemble the primary and secondary windings
over the two halves of the core. Attach the core to the
bracket using the two long screws.
2. Re-attach the electrical wires. Verify that the wiring
agrees with Figure 2-10.
Troubleshooting
The most effective troubleshooting procedure begins with
accurate observations of the system's operation. These
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observations often lead directly to the cause of a problem.
The diagnostic procedures in this subsection are divided
into two categories: system-level malfunctions, where all
lighting units exhibit the same abnormal behavior; and
symptoms applying to one or more individual lighting
units, but not to all of them.
System-Level Problems
Table 3-1 identifies symptoms affecting all lighting units
in the same way. Use it to determine possible causes.W
Table 3-1 System-Level Troubleshooting
Flash
Conditions
Other
Conditions
Probable
Cause
High
Med.
Low
No
No
No
Series current too low
Weak
Weak
OK
PCB11
Weak
OK
OK
PCB11
OK
Bright
Bright
PCB11
No
No
No
Series current too low
OK
OK
Bright
PCB11
No
OK
OK
Series current
too low2
OK
OK
OK
Units may flash out
of sequence
Control line
interference3,4
1. Improper adjustment causes most PCB1 problems. If adjustments cannot be
made or do not solve the problem, replace the board.
2. High intensity can be achieved only at the highest (6.6 amp) current step.
3. Control wires that are not a twisted pair can cause interference.
4. Control lines exceeding about 7500 feet (2500 meters) may have too much distributed capacitance. Operation may be improved by installing a 470 ohm resistor
from TB1-1 to the chassis on one or more lighting units.
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Problems with Individual Lights
Table 3-2 identifies symptoms that apply to a particular
lighting unit.
Each symptom has one or more suggested causes listed in
descending order of probability with the most probable
cause first. As an example, suppose one of the lights does
not flash in any mode (low, medium, high), but mode
relays operate and circuit board LEDs are lit, indicating
the presence of low voltage (LV). The symptom best
describing this condition is No No No OK OK. This
symptom has three possible causes listed. The most likely
cause, the first one listed, is the flashtube; the next likely
cause is PCB1, and so on.
All neon lights out on PCB2 indicates the absence of HV.
LEDs out on PCB1 indicates the absence of LV.
Table 3-2 Lighting Unit Troubleshooting
Flash
Conditions
3-6
Other
Conditions
Probable
Cause
High
Med.
Low
HV
LV
No
No
No
No
No
S1
No
No
No
No
OK
PCB2
No
No
No
OK
No
PCB1
No
No
No
OK
OK
FT 101
PCB1
T102
No
No
OK
OK
OK
PCB2
OK
OK
No
OK
OK
PCB2
PCB1
C3
OK
Bright
Bright
OK
OK
K1
PCB2
PCB1
Weak
OK
OK
OK
OK
K1
PCB1
Weak
Weak
OK
OK
OK
K2
PCB1
OK
OK
Bright
OK
OK
K2
PCB1
Skips
Skips
Skips
OK
OK
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Section 4 — Replaceable and Spare Parts
Customer Service
Flashhead Parts
Customer Service:
1-800-821-5825
Table 4-2 lists the parts for emergency repairs.
Telephone:
(615) 261-2000
Facsimile:
(615) 261-2600
Returning Equipment
Shipping Address:
Flash Technology Corporation of America
332 Nichol Mill Lane
Franklin TN 37067
Ordering Parts
To order spare or replacement parts, contact FTCA customer service. Figure 4-1, Figure 4-2, and Figure 4-3
show component locations.
Power Converter Parts
Table 4-1 lists the parts for emergency repairs.
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A Return Material Authorization (RMA) number is
required for all equipment returned to Flash Technology.
See Return Material Authorization, located at the end of
this document, for complete details regarding the RMA
process. To obtain an RMA number, please have the
equipment serial number and/or sales order number
available and call Technical Support @ 1-800-821-5825.
Repackaging
You must return the equipment in a container that provides maximum protection during shipping and handling.
If the original cartons and packaging material are no
longer available, package the unit in a strong double corrugated carton.
Package and ship the unit with the mounting feet downward against the bottom of the box. Pad the unit so that
the feet cannot penetrate the box during shipment. Box
each unit separately using a double thickness cardboard
container and adequate padding. Do not drop. Use
appro-priate warning labels on the outside of the
container.
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Table 4-1 Power Converter Replaceable Parts
†
‡
4-2
Unit
Description
Part No.
Quantity
430
Capacitor, (C1), 20 mfd.
6731401
1
430
Capacitor, (C2), 40 mfd.
6386503
1
430
Capacitor, (C5), 15 mfd.
6731301
1
430
Capacitor, (C6), 15 mfd.
6731301
1
430
Capacitor, (C7), 8 mfd.
6731201
1
430
PCB Diode Matrix PC430
2903602
1
830
Capacitor, (C1), 20 mfd.
6731401
1
830
Capacitor, (C2), 70 mfd.
6720401
1
830
Capacitor, (C5), 15 mfd.
6731301
1
830
Capacitor, (C6), 15 mfd.
6731301
1
830
Capacitor, (C7), 5 mfd.
6731101
1
830
PCB Diode Matrix PC830
2903601
1
All
Choke, Flash (L2)
4175200
1
All
Elapsed Time Meter (optional)
1749201
1
All
Enclosure
3727901
1
All
Flash Monitor Module (K3; optional)
1851001
1
All
HV Rectifier Board (PCB2)
2711402
1†
All
Interlock Switch (S1)
4901220
1
All
Relay, Mode (K1, K2)
8900494
2†
All
Resistor, Bleed (R1), 35K
6900541
1
All
Resistor, Bleed (R2), 50K
6900542
1
All
Resistor, 1K 1W (R3)
8435211
1
All
Resistor, 1K 2W (R4)
8435212
1
All
Resistor, 1M 2W (R5)
8435206
1
All
Spacer, Ceramic
5900844
2
All
Terminal Strip, 8-Position (TB2)
8721008
1
All
Terminal Strip, 11-Position (TB1, TB3, TB4)
8721011
3
All
Timing and Trigger Board (PCB1)
2730300
1†‡
All
Transformer, Power (T1)
4738302
1
All
Transformer, Trigger Coupling (T3)
8336701
1
All
Transformer, Low Voltage (T4)
4734500
1
All
Transformer, Isolation (T5)
4852801
1
All
Varistor (VR2)
6901079
1
Recommended as a spare part.
Remove the programming matrix from the existing installed board and insert it into the
new replacement board..
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Figure 4-1 PC430 or PC 830 Power Converter Component Locations
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VR2
TB3
1
2
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
1
2
3
TB1
11
10
ETM
K2
4
T3
5
6
L2
7
8
PCB1
C5 C6
C1
9
K1
T1
REAR VIEW
R2
R1
S1
11
TB4
1
2
K3
7
R4
PCB2
8
11
PCB3
10
(OPTION)
9
ELAPSED TIME METER (OPTIONAL)
C7
FRONT VIEW
G1
10
R3
C2
G2
END VIEW
1
2
T4
3
T5
4
5
6
TB2
7
8
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Table 4-2 Flashhead Replaceable Parts
Unit
Description
Part No.
Quantity
FH 400
Lens
8743701
1
FH 400
Trigger Transformer (T101)
8288201
1†
FH 400
Clamp, Lens
3893201
3
FH 400
Spacer, Ceramic
5900844
4
FH 400
RC Network (RC 101)
1403411
1
FH 400
Flashtube
8384329
1†
FH 400
Terminal Screw Lug
3379102
3
FH 400
FH 400
FH 800
Spacer, Ceramic
Coupling Transformer 7/50 wrap
Flashtube (FT 101)
5900842
8336701
8901701
4
1† †
1†
FH 800
RC Network (RC 101)
1403411
1
FH 800
Trigger Transformer (T101)
8288201
1†
FH 800
Post, Ceramic
5900842
4
FH 800
FH 800
FH 83F-2
FH 83F-2
Retaining Bezel
Coupling Transformer 7/50 wrap
Flashtube Linear FH83F-2
Terminal Block / 6 Position
3735202
8336701
8675309
4997031
1
1† †
1†
1
FH 83F-2
Coupling Transformer 7/50 wrap
8336701
1
FH 83F-2
FH 83F-2
FH 83F-2
Trigger Transformer
Spacer, Ceramic
RC Network (RC 101)
8288201
5900842
1403411
1
2
1
†
Recommended as a spare part.
† † Only used if the FH 430 or FH 830 is mounted more than 40 Feet from it's associated PC.
4-4
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RC NETWORK
RED DOT
BLUE
CONNECTING
WIRE
PUR
WHT
BLK
BLU
RED
CONNECTING
WIRE
RED
SMALL BLUE
SECONDARY WIRE
FROM TRIGGER
TRANSFORMER
WHITE TRIGGER
SECONDARY
WIRE FROM
TRIGGER
TRANSFORMER
FLASH HEAD
CABLE
WIRES
BLUE
WIRES
CONNECTED
TO FASTONS
ON PRIMARY COIL
OF TRANSFORMER
RED
BLUE
BLACK
WHITE
PURPLE AND GROUND
LENS
LENS CLAMP (3 PIECES)
FLASHTUBE
CERAMIC
POSTS
RC NETWORK
WHITE TRIGGER
SECONDARY WIRE
FASTONS
CERAMIC POSTS
BLUE SECONDARY
WIRE
RED
DOT
TRIGGER
TRANSFORMER
BLUE
WIRES
WITH
FASTONS
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Figure 4-2 FH 400 Flashhead Component Locations
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E
Elapsed time meter 1-2
Equipment
returning 4-1
storage 3-1
INDEX
A
Access 2-1
ALS
figure, typical configuration 2-5
light alignment 1-1
lights 1-2
B
Bleed resistor, testing 3-3
C
Capacitor
removal and replacement 3-3
testing 3-2
Caution
removed components 2-2
voltage adaptor 2-3
Checklist, installation 2-3
Comounted unit
FTS 430, mounting and outline figure 2-8
FTS 830, mounting and outline figure 2-10
Component
removal and replacement 3-3
removed, caution 2-2
testing 3-2
Component location
figure
FH 400 flashhead 4-5
FH 800 flashhead 4-6
power converter 4-3
Configuration figure
typical ALS 2-5
typical REIL 2-4
Control line
connection 2-3
interference 3-2
Counterpoise 2-3
Current regulator
Style 1 1-3
setup 1-3
three intensities 1-4
two intensities 1-4
Style 2 1-3
setup 1-3
three intensities 1-5
Customer service 4-1
D
Diagnostic testing 3-1
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F
FH 400
flashtube, removal and replacement 3-4
lens, removal and replacement 3-4
FH 800 flashtube
removal and replacement 3-4
Flash failure monitor 1-2
Flashhead
FH 400
basic description 1-1
figure
component locations 4-5
mounting and outline 2-7
FH 800
basic description 1-1
figure
component locations 4-6
mounting and outline 2-9
figure
internal wiring 2-13
parts 4-4
Flashtube testing 3-3
G
Grounding 2-3
H
High voltage
rectifier board
testing 3-2
transformer
removal and replacement 3-3
testing 3-3
I
Individual lights, troubleshooting 3-6
Installation
checklist 2-3
control line connection 2-3
counterpoise 2-3
general 2-1
grounding 2-3
isolation transformer 2-3
mounting 2-1
tools 2-1
wiring 2-3
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wiring figure
typical 2-11
Interference, control line 3-2
Interlock switch, testing 3-3
Problems
individual lights 3-6
system level 3-5
L
Label, indicating unit position 2-1
Lighting unit, troubleshooting 3-6
Locations
figure
flashhead components
FH 400 4-5
FH 800 4-6
power converter components 4-3
Low voltage transformer, removal and replacement
3-3
REIL
configuration figure
typical 2-4
lights 1-2
Relays, testing 3-2
Removal and replacement
capacitors 3-3
component 3-3
FH 400 flashtube 3-4
FH 400 lens 3-4
FH 800 flashtube 3-4
high voltage transformer 3-3
low voltage transformer 3-3
timing and trigger board 3-3
trigger coupling transformer 3-3
trigger transformer 3-4
Removed components, caution 2-2
Repackaging for shipment 4-1
Returning equipment 4-1
M
Maintenance, preventive 3-1
Meter, elapsed time 1-2
Mounting 2-1
Mounting and outline figure
comounted unit
FTS 430 2-8
FTS 830 2-10
flashhead
FH 400 2-7
FH 800 2-9
power converter 2-6
O
Operation 1-2
Options 1-2
Ordering parts 4-1
P
Parts 4-1
flashhead 4-4
ordering 4-1
power converter 4-2
PCB1
figure 1-4
Position
unit label 2-1
Power converter
figure, component locations 4-3
internal wiring figure 2-12
mounting and outline figure 2-6
parts 4-2
Power rating 2-2
guidelines, table 2-2
Preventive maintenance 3-1
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R
S
Safety 3-1
Series runway circuit 2-2
Setup 1-2
preliminaries 1-3
procedures 1-3
Style 1 current regulator 1-3
three intensities 1-4
two intensities 1-4
Style 2 current regulator 1-3
three intensities 1-5
Specifications 1-1
Storage 3-1
Style 1 current regulator
setup
three intensities 1-4
two intensities 1-4
Style 2 current regulator
setup, three intensities 1-5
System
definition 1-1
ALS 1-2
REIL 1-2
System level
problems 3-5
troubleshooting 3-5
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T
Telephone numbers 4-1
Testing
bleed resistor 3-3
capacitors 3-2
components 3-2
diagnostic 3-1
flashtube 3-3
high voltage rectifier board 3-2
high voltage transformer 3-3
interlock switch 3-3
relays 3-2
timing and trigger board 3-2
trigger transformer 3-3
Timing and trigger board
figure 1-4
removal and replacement 3-3
testing 3-2
Tools 2-1
Transformer, isolation 2-3
Trigger coupling transformer
removal and replacement 3-3
Trigger transformer
removal and replacement 3-4
FTS 430/830
testing 3-3
Troubleshooting 3-5
individual lights 3-6
inspection 3-2
lighting unit 3-6
system-level problems 3-5
wiring and cabling 3-2
U
Unit position, label 2-1
Unpacking 2-1
V
Voltage adaptor, caution 2-3
Voltage conversion adapter usage 2-2
W
Wiring
figure
internal flashhead 2-13
internal power converter 2-12
typical installation wiring 2-11
installation 2-3
Wiring and cabling, troubleshooting 3-2
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Return Material Authorization (RMA) Policy
IF A PRODUCT PURCHASED FROM FLASH TECHNOLOGY MUST BE RETURNED
FOR ANY REASON (SUBJECT TO THE WARRANTY POLICY), PLEASE FOLLOW THE
PROCEDURE BELOW:
NOTE: An RMA number must be requested from Flash Technology prior to shipment of any product. No
returned product will be processed without an RMA number. This number will be the only reference necessary for
returning and obtaining information on the product’s progress. Failure to follow the below procedure may result in
additional charges and delays. Avoid unnecessary screening and evaluation by contacting Technical Support prior
to returning material.
1. To initiate an RMA: Call Flash Technology’s National Operations Center (NOC) at (800-821-5825) to
receive technical assistance and a Service Notification number. The following information is required
before a Service Notification number can be generated:
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Site Name/Number / FCC Registration number/ Call Letters or Airport Designator
Site Owner (provide all that apply – owner, agent or subcontractor)
Contractor Name
Contractor Company
Point of Contact Information: Name, Phone Number, Email Address, Fax Number and Cell Phone
(or alternate phone number)
Product’s Serial Number
Product’s Model Number or part number
Service Notification Number (if previously given)
Reason for call, with a full description of the reported issue
2. The Service Notification number will then serve as a precursor to receiving an RMA number if it is
determined that the product or equipment should be returned. To expedite the RMA process please
provide:
• Return shipping method
• Shipping Address
• Bill to Address
• Any additional information to assist in resolving the issue or problem
3. Product within the Warranty Time Period
a. If to be returned for repair;
• RMA # is generated
• Once product is received and diagnosed;
• Covered under warranty – product is repaired or replaced
• Not covered under warranty – quote is sent to the customer for a bench fee of
$350 plus parts for repair
• If the customer does not want the product repaired, a $50 test fee is charged
before being returned
b. If advance replacement;
• Purchase order may be required before the advance replacement order is created
• RMA # is generated and the advance replacement order is created
• Once product is received and diagnosed;
• Covered under warranty – credit given back if PO received
• Not covered under warranty – credit will not be applied to PO
• Flash Technology has sole discretion in determining warranty claims. Flash Technology reserves
the right to invoice for parts advanced if the associated failed parts are not returned within 15 days
of issue or if product received is diagnosed to be non-warranty.
• Advance replacements will be shipped ground unless the customer provides alternative shipping
methods.
RMA Policy
Revision 2014B
4. Product outside the Warranty Time Period
a. For Xenon System board repair; a purchase order is required at time of request for a RMA # for a standard
$350 repair bench fee
• RMA # is generated with the PO attached
• If the board is deemed non-repairable after diagnosis, the customer is notified. If the customer
purchases a new board, the repair bench fee is waived. If the customer does not buy a new board, a
$50 test fee is charged before being returned or scrapped.
b. For all other products; no purchase order is required to return the product for diagnosis
• RMA # is generated
• Once product is diagnosed, quote is sent to the customer for a bench fee of $350 plus parts for
repair
• Once the purchase order is received, the product will be repaired and returned
• If the customer does not want the product repaired, a $50 test fee is charged before being
returned or scrapped.
5. After receiving the Flash Technology RMA number, please adhere to the following packaging guidelines:
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All returned products should be packaged in a way to prevent damage in transit. Adequate packing
should be provided taking into account the method of shipment.
Note: Flash Technology will not be responsible for damaged items if product is not returned in
appropriate packaging.
6. All packages should clearly display the RMA number on the outside of all RMA shipping containers. RMA
products (exact items and quantity) should be returned to:
Flash Technology
Attn: RMA #XXX
332 Nichol Mill Lane
Franklin, TN 37067
7. All RMA numbers:
• Are valid for 30 days. Products received after 30 days may result in extra screening and delays.
• Must have all required information provided before an RMA number is assigned.
Revision 2014B
RMA Policy
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