Flash Technology OL2A User Manual

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70951 Rev C OL2A Manual
OL2A
USER MANUAL

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  • Page 1 OL2A USER MANUAL Technical Support: Email: customerservice@flashtechnology.com Toll Free: 1.800.821.5825 Fax: 1.615.261.2600 Web: flashtechnology.com/obstruction 70951 Rev C OL2A Manual ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Automatic Light Control (ALC) ........................8 Battery Charging ............................. 8 Battery Installation ............................8 Storage ................................9 4.10 Troubleshooting .............................. 9 Specifications ..............................10 Flash Codes ..............................13 Maintenance ..............................14 Recycling ................................ 14 Warranty ................................14 ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 2...
  • Page 3: Regulatory Information

    Nominal range of a lantern depends on its effective intensity and environmental conditions. For details on how to calculate range, contact your sales representative. 2. Applications The OL2A is suitable for ground marking, way finding, perimeter marking and other applications where a hazard marking light is required. 3. Installation Year-round, unrestricted solar exposure is critical to long-term performance.
  • Page 4: 2-Hole Flange Mount

    1. Insert the provided screw through the bird deterrent. 2. Drive the screw into one of the four small holes on the top of the mount. Do not over tighten! 3. Bend the bird deterrent as required. ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 4...
  • Page 5: Pole Mount

    3. Attach the mount to the top cover using the provided 6 screws. Do not over tighten! Alignment Keys Up to 6 bird deterrents can be installed: 1. Insert a mounting screw through the bird deterrent 2. Install the screw. Do not over tighten! 3. Bend bird deterrent as needed ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 5...
  • Page 6: Operation

    2 minutes. For example, 2 minutes of darkness is needed for the lantern to switch to night operation. 4.1 Programming The OL2A is configured using the IR programmer. The lantern’s mating IR receiver is on an energy-saving sleep cycle. Press and hold for 2 seconds to awaken the IR receiver and begin communication with the lantern: The lantern is now ready to accept programming.
  • Page 7: Setting The Flash

    4.4 Turning On/Off In “on” mode, the OL2A LED turns on at night and off during the day. The lantern charges in sunlight, but the LED remains off when in “off” mode. When turned on again, the lantern activates at its last programmed settings (1 minute preview for daytime activations).
  • Page 8: Checking Battery State Of Charge (Soc)

    ALC may be disabled to keep the lantern at a constant intensity. Enable ALC: Disable ALC: 4.7 Battery Charging The batteries are best charged inside the lantern. The OL2A can recharge 0 V or 0% SOC batteries back to 100% SOC: Summer sunlight 8-12 hours...
  • Page 9: Storage

    LED. Upon sensing light, it will enable the LED and continue normal operation. Check the battery state of charge every 1-2 months and charge if required.  High-grade NiMH batteries shipped with the OL2A can be stored without any charging for up to 12 months  with no battery damage.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    ICES - Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 EN 60529 IP 68 immersion, 24 hrs at 3’ (1 m) Ingress MIL-STD-202G immersion & damp heat cycling MIL-STD-810G rain & salt fog Patents US and international patents apply ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 10...
  • Page 11 25 cd Blue 8 cd OL2A Red: Typical Performance Flash Code 001: Steady-on Dusk-to-Dawn, 6 days autonomy min. Effective Intensity Intensity Code Effective Intensity Intensity Code 0.4 cd 2 cd 1 cd 3 cd ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 11...
  • Page 12 OL2A USER MANUAL Dimensions Pole Mount Flange Mount With sleeve: 1.9” (48 mm) pole ID Without sleeve: 2.4” (61 mm) pole ID Over-top mount: 2.8” (71 mm) pole OD ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 12...
  • Page 13: Flash Codes

    6. Flash Codes Maximum effective intensity varies by flash code and color. “FL” is the flash duration (seconds) and “EC” is an eclipse (seconds). Intensities are IALA values (10th percentile) over a 360° horizontal measurement. ©2019 Flash Technology, LLC Page 13...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    USER MANUAL 7. Maintenance Although the OL2A is maintenance-free, performance gains can be made. Clean with water and a soft sponge or cloth. A mild, non-abrasive cleanser can be used for more stubborn residue. Clean more frequently during drier months as dust accumulates more quickly. Check the exterior and o-rings for cracks and missing or broken hardware.

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