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- Page 1 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.
- Page 2 RB-6 L-801A (Airport) 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.
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Page 3: Record Of Changes
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Record of Changes Record of Changes Page Description EC No. Checke Approved Date Released manual. 3250 2/6/98 Changed to new title page. Changed ADB to 00696 5/16/01 Siemens Airfield Solutions. 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Table of Contents Table of Contents Record of Changes..................................ii Table of Contents..................................iii Warranties....................................vi 1. Introduction...................1-1 Safety 2. Safety Symbols ..................1-1 3. Qualified Personnel................1-2 4. Intended Use ..................1-2 5. Installation.....................1-3 6. Operation....................1-3 7. Action in the Event of a System or Component Malfunction..............1-4... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Table of Contents 1. Introduction...................3-1 Installation 2. Unpacking .....................3-1 3. RB-6 Beacon Installation ..............3-1 Mounting ..................3-1 Wiring ....................3-2 Optional Heater Wiring..............3-2 Angle Adjustment ................3-2 Export Beacon Installation Requirement ..........3-4 1. Introduction...................4-1 Maintenance 2. Maintenance Schedule ................4-1 3. - Page 6 RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Table of Contents List of Figures Figure 2-1. RB-6 Rotating Beacon............2-2 Figure 2-2. RB-6 Final Assembly with Optional Obstruction Light Wiring ............2-4 Figure 2-3. Optional Heater Assembly Wiring .........2-5 Figure 2-4. Optional Pole Mounting Adapter ...........2-6 Figure 2-5.
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Page 7: Warranties
This manual could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Siemens Airfield Solutions reserves the right to revise this manual from time to time in the contents thereof without obligation of Siemens Airfield Solutions to notify any person of such revision or change. -
Page 8: Safety
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Safety Section 1 Safety This section contains general safety instructions for using your Siemens 1. Introduction Airfield Solutions equipment. Some safety instructions may not apply to the equipment in this manual. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections of this manual where appropriate. -
Page 9: Qualified Personnel
Unintended uses may result from taking the following actions: • making changes to equipment that have not been recommended or described in this manual or using parts that are not genuine Siemens Airfield Solutions replacement parts • failing to make sure that auxiliary equipment complies with approval agency requirements, local codes, and all applicable safety standards •... -
Page 10: Installation
WARNING: Failure to follow these safety procedures can result in personal injury or death. • Allow only qualified personnel to install Siemens Airfield Solutions and auxiliary equipment. Use only approved equipment. Using unapproved equipment in an approved system may void agency approvals. -
Page 11: Action In The Event Of A System Or Component Malfunction
Allow only qualified personnel to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, 8. Maintenance and Repair and repair tasks. Only persons who are properly trained and familiar with Siemens Airfield Solutions equipment are permitted to service this equipment. • Always use safety devices when working on this equipment. - Page 12 RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Safety 8. Maintenance and Repair • Check interlock systems periodically to ensure their effectiveness. (contd.) • Do not attempt to service electrical equipment if standing water is present. Use caution when servicing electrical equipment in a high- humidity environment.
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Page 13: Description
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Section 2 Description See Figure 2-1. This section describes the Siemens Airfield Solutions RB-6 1. Introduction rotating beacon (Export Version). The RB-6 is manufactured to specification AC 150/5345-12C. The 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. -
Page 14: Figure 2-1. Rb-6 Rotating Beacon
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Figure 2-1. RB-6 Rotating Beacon 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 2-2 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 15: Beacon Assemblies
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description The RB-6 beacon consists of the following assemblies: a head assembly, 2. RB-6 Beacon Assemblies hub and shaft assembly, box assembly, and motor assembly. These assemblies are described below. The head is made of aluminum castings. The forward and aft sections of... -
Page 16: Figure 2-2. Rb-6 Final Assembly With Optional Obstruction Light Wiring
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Figure 2-2. RB-6 Final Assembly with Optional Obstruction Light Wiring 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 2-4 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 17: Optional Heater Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description See Figure 2-3. A heater assembly is available for use at temperatures Optional Heater Assembly below -10 °C (+14 °F). The heater turns off at temperatures above +10 °C (+50 °F). Figure 2-3. Optional Heater Assembly Wiring ... -
Page 18: Optional Mounting Bases
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Optional bases are available for mounting the beacon on a flat, horizontal Optional Mounting Bases 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. -
Page 19: Figure 2-5. Optional Roof Mounting Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Figure 2-5. Optional Roof Mounting Assembly 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 2-7 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 20: Optional Photocell Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description See Figure 7-2 the Wiring Schematics section. An optional photocell Optional Photocell Assembly assembly is available to automatically turn the beacon on at dusk and off at dawn. This subsection describes the operations of the RB-6, the optional heater 4. -
Page 21: Optional Photocell Assembly Operations
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description See Figure 7-2 the Wiring Schematics section. At dusk the decrease in light Optional Photocell Assembly on the photocell causes a current to flow through terminal block TBX, the Operations photocell and into the coil of relay Kl in the photocell relay assembly. This closes the normally open contact which connects 120 Vac to terminal block TBX terminal L0. -
Page 22: Specifications
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Table 2-2. Required Equipment Not Supplied Description Quantity Wrenches, 7/16 in. Voltmeter Insulation tester Level Lightening rod SO-3 cable, AWG 10 Set of screwdrivers As required Ground wire for lightening rod As required... -
Page 23: Beam Intensity
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description Refer to the table below. Beam Intensity Beam Direction Measured Beam Intensity Candelas (cd) +1 to +2 degrees above horizontal 25,000 (minimum) +2 to +8 degrees above horizontal 50,000 (minimum) +8 to +10 degrees above horizontal 25,000 (minimum) The RB-6 has a rotation speed of 12.5 rpm when operating at 50 Hz. -
Page 24: Dimensions
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Description See Figure 2-1. This subsection describes the dimensions for the RB-6 Dimensions 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. -
Page 25: Introduction
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Installation Section 3 Installation WARNING: Allow only qualified personnel to perform the following tasks. Observe and follow the safety instructions in this document and all other related documentation. This section describes instructions for installing the RB-6 rotating beacon 1. -
Page 26: Wiring
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Installation See Figure 7-1 the Wiring Schematics section for final assembly wiring Wiring diagram. An AWG 10, S0-3 power cord (user supplied) must be attached to the beacon. To install power cord, perform the following procedure: 1. -
Page 27: Figure 3-1. Adjusting Beacon Angle
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Installation Side View Front View Figure 3-1. Adjusting Beacon Angle 1. Lens Clip 2. Lamp 3. Elevation Adjustment Device 4. Wing Nut 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 3-3 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 28: Export Beacon Installation Requirement
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Installation 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. 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 3-4... -
Page 29: Maintenance
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Maintenance Section 4 Maintenance This section provides maintenance information for the RB-6 rotating 1. Introduction beacon (Export Version). To keep RB-6 rotating beacons operating efficiently, follow a preventive 2. Maintenance Schedule maintenance schedule. Refer to Table 4-1. Refer to FAA AC 150/5340-26 for more detailed information. -
Page 30: Maintenance Procedures
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Maintenance 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. -
Page 31: Replacing Brushes And Brush Brackets
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Maintenance Replace all three brushes at the same time to provide even wear. Replacing Brushes and Brush Brackets To replace the brushes and 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. - Page 32 RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Maintenance 2. Lift the brush block assembly away from the shaft. Be careful not to place any strain on the wires. 3. Remove the screw (6) holding the brush (7) to the brush bracket (8).
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Page 33: Figure 4-2. Pre-Bending New Brush Brackets
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Maintenance 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. -
Page 34: Cleaning Lenses
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Maintenance e) Install the brush bracket assembly. Use a customer-supplied spring scale attached to the head of the screws (5) to check the tension of the brush (1) against the shaft assembly (3). The brushes must have a tension of 14 + 2 oz against the shaft. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Troubleshooting Section 5 Troubleshooting WARNING: Allow only qualified personnel to perform the following tasks. Observe and follow the safety instructions in this document and all other related documentation. WARNING: De-energize the circuit and lock out the circuit or regulator so that the circuit cannot be energized by remote means before attempting to service the fixture. - Page 36 RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 2. Lamp not lighting Lamp defective Replace lamp. Refer to Replacing Lamp in the Maintenance section. Blown fuse Replace fuse F2 (30 A, Slo-Blo). Photocell inoperable See Photocell not operating in this table.
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Page 37: Parts
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Section 6 Parts To order parts, call Siemens Airfield Solutions Customer Service or your 1. Introduction local representative. Use this four-column parts list, and the accompanying illustration, to describe and locate parts correctly. -
Page 38: Rotating Beacon Final Assembly Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-1. 3. RB-6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly Parts List The RB-6 Beacon Export Version final assembly part number is 44D0221-X. Item Description Part Number Note Head assembly 44D0751 Box assembly (Export) -
Page 39: Figure 6-1. Rb-6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly (Export Version)
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Figure 6-1. RB-6 Rotating Beacon Final Assembly (Export Version) 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-3 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 40: Head Assembly (Single Head) Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-2. 4. Head Assembly (Single Head) Parts List Head assembly (single head) part number is 44C0238-X. Item Description Part Number Note Lens ring 62D0303 63A0167 Gasket, lens, RB-6, 14−1-1/16 in. (357.1875 mm) O.D. -
Page 41: Figure 6-2. Head Assembly (Single Head)
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Figure 6-2. Head Assembly (Single Head) 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-5 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 42: Box Assembly Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-3. 5. Box Assembly Parts List The box assembly part number is 44C0750-X. Item Description Part Number Note Bearing 75A0004 Shaft assembly 44C0393 Fiber gear, 48 teeth 68A0002 Motor assembly, export, 115 V, 50/60 Hz, 26-teeth gear... -
Page 43: Figure 6-3. Box Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Figure 6-3. Box Assembly 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-7 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 44: Motor Assembly Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-4. 6. Motor Assembly Parts List Motor assembly part number is 44B0998-X. Item Description Part Number Note Gear motor, 50/60 Hz, 115 V, 26-28 rpm, Von Weise Gear Co., 69C0006 #V0378AA88, Series K83... -
Page 45: Brush Block Assembly Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-5. 7. Brush Block Assembly Parts List Brush block assembly part number is 44A0222. Item Description Part Number Note Brush 76A0001 Fuse, 3.2 A, Slo-Blo 47A0003 Fuse, 30 A, Slo-Blo 47A0024 ... -
Page 46: Figure 6-5. Brush Block Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Side View Front View Side View of Bracket Figure 6-5. Brush Block Assembly 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-10 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... - Page 47 RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-6. 8. Photocell Contactor Assembly Parts List Photocell contactor assembly part number is 44B0812. Item Description Part Number Note Photocell 48A0089 Socket 49A0095 Terminal block 72A0016 Relay 53A0126-1 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated...
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Page 48: Figure 6-6. Photocell Contactor Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Figure 6-6. Photocell Contactor Assembly 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-12 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 49: Heater Assembly Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-7. 9. Heater Assembly Parts List Heater assembly part number is 44B0789. Item Description Part Number Note Heater element, 400 W 85A0050 Fuse, 5 A, Slo-Blo 47A0107 Fuse holder 47A0061 Thermostat, Dayton #2E998... -
Page 50: Figure 6-7. Heater Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Figure 6-7. Heater Assembly 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-14 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 51: Reflector Assembly Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-8. 10. Reflector Assembly Parts List The reflector assembly part number is 44D0981. Item Description Part Number Note Reflector 62D0455 Lamp support 62B0323 Socket, phenolic 49A0002 Lamp, 1000 w 48A0032 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated... -
Page 52: Figure 6-8. Reflector Assembly
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Side View Front View Figure 6-8. Reflector Assembly 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-16 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 53: Obstruction Light And Relay Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts See Figure 6-9. 11. Obstruction Light and Relay Parts List The optional obstruction light part number is 44B0805. Item Description Part Number Note Obstruction light assembly 44B0804 Silicone rubber sealant 67A0006-1 Relay assembly 44B0435 ... -
Page 54: Figure 6-9. Obstruction Light
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Figure 6-9. Obstruction Light 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 6-18 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 55: Optional Assemblies Parts List
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Parts Refer to the table below for optional assemblies part numbers. 12. Optional Assemblies Parts List Item Description Part Number Note Photocell contractor assembly 44B0812 Roof mounting assembly 44D0351-1 Pole mounting assembly 44C0259 Heater assembly... -
Page 56: Wiring Schematics
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Wiring Schematics Section 7 Wiring Schematics This section provides wiring schematics for the RB-6 beacon (Export 1. Introduction Version). Wiring schematics and diagrams for Export Version RB-6 beacons include Wiring Schematics the following: •... -
Page 57: Figure 7-1. Rb-6 Beacon With Optional Heater Wiring Schematic
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Wiring Schematics Figure 7-1. RB-6 Beacon with Optional Heater Wiring Schematic 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 7-2 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved... -
Page 58: Optional Photocell Assembly Wiring
RB-6 L-801A (Airport) Rotating Beacon (Export) Wiring Schematics See Figure 7-2. Optional Photocell Assembly Wiring Figure 7-2. Optional Photocell Assembly Wiring Schematic 2001 Siemens Airfield Solutions, Incorporated Page 7-3 96A0221B Issued 5/01 All rights reserved...