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Summary of Contents for Safegate Group Airfield Lighting 8-135 Series
- Page 1 Airfield Lighting Manual Base 8”-135 mm Base 12”-150 mm Ground Fixing of 8” Inset Light Fittings (8” Base) Ground Fixing of 12” Inset Light Fittings (12” Base)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Positioning and Alignment of a Base ............ 15 2.4.2 Fixation of a Base ..................21 INSTALLING A FITTING ................. 22 MAINTENANCE ......................23 SUPPORT ........................24 SAFEGATE GROUP WEBSITE ..............24 RE-CYCLING ....................25 4.2.1 Local Authority Re-cycling ..............25 4.2.2 Safegate Group Re-cycling ..............25 SPARE PARTS &... - Page 4 For more information, see www.safegate.com. Copyright © Copyright 2012 by Safegate Group. All rights reserved. This item and the information contained herein are the property of Safegate Group. No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,...
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Page 5: Introduction
Airfield inset light bases are receptacles for inset lights for site requirements at airports. The bases are 8” and 12” in size and are compatible with Safegate Group (Idman, Safegate and Thorn) inset lights. It may be possible to use with other manufacturers light units;... -
Page 6: Base Options
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 BASE OPTIONS This section describes the options available for bases. It is possible for options to be combined. For more information, contact Safegate. Base X - XXX... - Page 7 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Base options Image examples Base 8”-135-0-X-X Base 12”-150-0-X-X The option includes: 0 – Ø100 mm (8” bases), Ø130 mm (12” bases) bottom entry for cables. This option is for cabling in the field with buried conducts.
- Page 8 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Base options Image examples Base 8”-135-2-X-X Base 12”-150-2-X-X The option includes: 2 - two side entries for cables for cabling in the field with saw cuts/grooves and two secondary cables (Ø...
- Page 9 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Base options Image examples Base 8”-135-3-X-X Base 12”-150-3-X-X The option includes: 3 – two side entries for cables (without plastic tube) for cabling in the field with saw cuts/grooves and one or two secondary cables.
- Page 10 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Base option Image examples Base 8”-135-X-T-X Base 12”-150-X-T-X The option includes: T – replaceable, locking type stainless steel thread elements. Used when the light fittings are fixed with bolts.
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Page 11: Installation
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 INSTALLATION This section includes basic step-by-step instructions generally applicable for all installation practices. However the installation steps may differ depending on site requirements. Before you start, make sure you have read and understand § 1.1 Safety Instructions. -
Page 12: Civil Works
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 8 mm socket wrench for a ground screw. Two component fixing compound. Cable groove sealer (saw cut/grooves cabling system only). Note: The installation method used defines the tools and accessories required. -
Page 13: Final Preparation
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Cable conduct chamfers Image examples When installing Base 8” / 12” for saw cut/grooves cable system, cable cuts must be chambered as shown in the figure. -
Page 14: Electrical Connections
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical connections to the base can be made in many different ways. Bases are usually equipped with FAA Secondary Receptacles with different configurations such as plugs connected to cable/wires or short cables with wire-to-wire. -
Page 15: Electrical Connections In Base With Side Access
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 2.3.2 Electrical Connections in Base with Side Access Note: If a base with side access is to be installed, it is possible to complete the electrical connections after the base installation. - Page 16 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Electrical connections Base 12” and Image examples Base 8”-135-3-X-X (with side access, partially threaded holes) A Connector Kit, separately supplied, is required to install a connector on a shallow base.
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Page 17: Installing The Base
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 When a base (and/or a light fixture) is to be grounded to earth, the install of ground screws (supplied separately) in the base is needed: (a) Install an internal ground screw (G). - Page 18 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Positioning jig Positioning jig IDM 6092 IDM 4306 for 8”-bases* for 12”-bases for 8”-bases for 12”-bases (Vertical and (Vertical and (Vertical- (Vertical- horizontal- horizontal- adjustment)
- Page 19 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Image examples Set up alignment devices IDM 6092 (8”) and IDM 4306 (12”) An alignment device is used for aligning bases parallel to a centre line, toe-in bases and also for curved section bases.
- Page 20 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Position and align the base Image Examples (a) Make sure that the hole is clean and completely dry. (b) Make sure that the outer surfaces of the base are clean and dry.
- Page 21 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Prepare with a sight telescope or spirit Image examples level A positioning tool includes a spirit level (supplied) for installation without a sight telescope. Alternatively, if a sight telescope is required or is to be used, remove the spirit level from the positioning tool.
- Page 22 Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 Position the base Image examples (a) Slowly adjust the three screws of the positioning tool until the bubbles inside the spirit level are centred. (b) Fasten the locking screws.
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Page 23: Fixation Of A Base
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 2.4.2 Fixation of a Base Fix the Base Approximate resin consumption (a) Mix the fixing resin according Base type Resin consumption manufacturer’s instructions. Estimated Base 8” -135... -
Page 24: Installing A Fitting
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 INSTALLING A FITTING Note: Never leave an installed base without a cover; always cover the base with an inset light unit or a suitable cover plate. -
Page 25: Maintenance
Safegate Group Airfield Lighting Manual Date: March 2016 Ref: Base 8"/135mm, Base 12"/150mm Version: 2.0 MAINTENANCE An installed base does not require any periodical maintenance. However, every time a light unit or cover is replaced, all impurities should be removed inside the base and the base should be dried. -
Page 26: Support
Our experienced engineers are available for support and service at all times, 24 hour/7 days a week. They are part of a dynamic organization making sure the entire Safegate Group is committed to minimal disturbance for airport operations. Safegate Group Support... -
Page 27: Re-Cycling
4.2.1 Local Authority Re-cycling The disposal of Safegate Group products is to be made at an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The correct disposal of equipment prevents any potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. - Page 28 Malmö, Sweden. Safegate Group has more than 70 partners around the globe in order to be close to its customers. Earlier members of Safegate Group include Thorn AFL and Idman, who both have over 40 years of experience in airfield lighting solutions for airports and heliports.