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Traffic Logix Corporation. This document is supplied as a guide for the SafePace 500 product. Reasonable care has been taken in preparing the information it contains. However, it is possible that this document contains omissions, technical inaccuracies, or typographical errors.
Documentation Conventions Using Additional Customer Resources Online Customer Area Contacting Technical Support Chapter 2 Installing the SafePace 500 Selecting a Site for the Sign Choosing a Position for the Sign Installing the Waterproof Breathers Using Pole Banding Mounting Chapter 3...
With a built-in strobe and flashing digits to warn violators, the SafePace 500 is ideal for use anywhere that speed limits vary by time of day or week. The SafePace 500 variable speed limit sign can also be combined with the SafePace® Beacons to create a complete School Zone System, and can be mounted to the SafePace®...
About this Manual About this Manual This manual describes the installation of the SafePace 500 sign, along with an optional solar panel, to the side of a pole. This manual also describes the wiring specifications for AC powered, and combined solar/battery powered configurations.
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Selecting a Site for the Sign Selecting a Site for the Sign The site you select for the sign may vary with the application in which the SafePace 500 radar sign is being used. However, you should generally adhere to the following guidelines: Choose a location where the line of sight from the radar sign to the vehicle will be uninterrupted.
Choosing a Position for the Sign Similar to other road signs, the SafePace 500 radar sign should be installed near the closest lane of traffic, although off the actual road. The recommended height of the lower edge of the radar speed sign is approximately 7 feet above the surface of the road.
Installing the Waterproof Breathers Installing the Waterproof Breathers The SafePace 500 radar signs come almost fully assembled. To prevent breakage during shipping, the two waterproof breathers which are mounted diagonally on either side of the sign are shipped uninstalled inside of the sign.
Using Pole Banding Mounting Using Pole Banding Mounting The SafePace 500 sign includes a Pole Banding Mounting system. As this is a standard type of mounting it requires no special knowledge to easily install the sign. To install the sign using the pole banding mounting system: If necessary, adjust the position of the bracket pins to accommodate the size of the pole.
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Using Pole Banding Mounting Insert the stainless steel banding strap into the bracket as shown in the following image: Fasten the sign to the pole and tighten the strap with a nut driver until secure. SafePace® 500 Installation Manual p. 13...
Chapter 3 OWER PTIONS FOR YOUR Depending on what model you have purchased, powering the sign will vary. The SafePace 500 sign is offered in the following powering models: AC powered » Solar powered (uses several rechargeable lead-acid batteries for backup) »...
AC Power AC Power The SafePace 500 sign is equipped to accept 100-240 volts of AC power. For these signs (standard model), the regulated power supply comes already pre-wired, and your sign is ready to operate once it is mounted and wired to the incoming power supply.
Solar Power Solar Power The Solar powered model of the SafePace 500 sign includes a solar panel and mounting bracket, one or more rechargeable lead-acid batteries, and a solar charger. The solar panel powers the sign when exposed to sunlight while at the same time charging the batteries to provide a power backup for night-time and cloudy day use.
Installing the Batteries SafePace 500 signs can accommodate up to six 12 volt DC lead-acid batteries. These batteries when fully charged, can power the sign up to 2 weeks (depending on traffic volume and environmental factors).
Charging the Batteries Charging the Batteries We strongly recommend that you charge the batteries fully before the initial use. The supplied battery charger is equipped with a charge indicator which shows when the battery is fully charged and ready for use. To charge the batteries: Connect the charger to the battery.
Wiring the Solar Panel to the Sign Wiring the Solar Panel to the Sign As shown in the following images, the solar panel and the sign come pre-wired with connectors that allow for a simple installation. The red (male) and black (female) connectors from the sign need to be connected to corresponding connectors on the solar panel.
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Wiring the Solar Panel to the Sign To wire the solar panel to the sign: Insert the connectors from the sign into the corresponding connectors from the solar panel as shown below. Slide the connectors together until you hear a click and you can no longer slide them apart easily. Once connected the cables should look like the following: Open the sign then close the fuses for the solar charger, as shown in the following image.
Opening and Closing the Sign Latches Every Traffic Logix sign comes with two or three over-center draw type latches. These latches help to protect the internal components of the sign from vandalism as well as water infiltration. As shown in the following illustration the important components of these latches are the lever, the blade and the catch.
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Opening and Closing the Sign Latches Lower the lever until flat against the surface of the enclosure as shown in the following image. Use the supplied key to lock the latch. SafePace® 500 Installation Manual p. 23...
Turning the Sign On and Off There is no ON/OFF switch supplied with the SafePace 500 sign. The sign immediately powers on once the power source is connected and the fuse breakers are closed. Depending on whether the powering model is AC or solar, the sign may have up to three fuse breakers.
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Turning the Sign On and Off To turn the sign on: Close all the fuse breakers. » On solar powered signs, if there is enough charge in the batteries, the solar panel breaker need not be closed in order to power the sign. The open breaker though will prevent the batteries from being recharged by the solar panel.
Terms of Use and any Applicable Safety Laws. Buyer agrees that there shall be no coverage or benefits of any kind under this limited warranty if it is determined by Traffic Logix that the Product was not installed or used in accordance with the Conditional Terms of Use or Applicable Safety Laws, or if the Product has been SafePace®...
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Warranty altered in any way by anyone other than Traffic Logix, or if the Product has been subject to any misuse or accident. In addition, Buyer assumes and agrees to indemnify Traffic Logix for all risk, liability or expense that results from any installation or use of the Product that is not in accordance with the Conditional Terms of Use or any Applicable Safety Laws.
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