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AV70 Solar Airfield Light AV70 Solar Airfield Light Rev. 03 Assembly instructions revised (minor) 17/08/2006 C. Procter USA Customers: Head Office GulfRim Navigation Avlite Systems 1401 South State 11 Industrial Drive Abbeville, LA 70510 Somerville, Vic 3912 Australia Tel: +61 3 5977 6128...
5 Trouble Shooting....................15 Introduction Congratulations! By choosing to purchase an Avlite lantern you have become the owner of one of the most advanced solar LED airfield lights in the world. Avlite Systems draws on more than 20 years experience in the design and manufacture of navigation aids, and particular care has been taken to ensure your light gives years of trouble free service.
Precision Construction Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection-moulded parts including optic lenses, light bases and a range of other components ensures that all Avlite products are of a consistent and superior quality. Optical Performance Avlite manufactures a range of LED lenses moulded from multi-cavity dies. Complex shapes such as the AV70 lens are a testament to the company’s superior in-house lens manufacturing capabilities and outstanding optical...
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AV70 Solar Airfield Light Figure 1 AV70 Solar Airfield Light with Rubber Tile Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
1.1/2.3 Certifications EN61000-6-3:1997. EN61000-6-1:1997 Quality Assurance ISO9001:2000 Waterproof IP68 Intellectual Property Patents US Pat. No. 6667582. AU Pat. No. 778918 Trademarks AVLITE® is a trademark of Avlite Systems Warranty Full 3 year warranty Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
On darkness, the microprocessor will initiate a program check and after approximately 1 minute begin steady on operation. The Avlite AV70 solar airfield light is exceptional in its unique ability to ‘track the sun’, operating reliably in low sunlight conditions. Made from tough, durable polycarbonate and using the latest high-intensity LED’s, the AV70 light boasts dual high-performance solar modules incorporated into Avlite’s world-first Solar Collection Lens.
3.1.3 Assembly Refer to Figure 3 “General Arrangement of AV70 and Rubber Tile” during assembly and installation of the light. 3.1.3.1 Assembling the light a. Use a large flat-blade screwdriver to remove the Flash Adjustment bung from the base of the light (see Figure 2).
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AV70 Solar Airfield Light Figure 3 General Arrangement of AV70 & Rubber Tile Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
It may be necessary to use a rubber mallet to insert the bolts. Fit the AV70 light over the bolts on the top face of the tile. (It is possible to align the lens ridge with the sides of the tile, but this is not a requirement).
The AV70 light (Ref 1) is attached to the stake mount plate (Ref 2) using bolts (Ref 5). e. Fit the AV70 light on the top of the mount plate. Insert bolts through the four holes in the mount, entering from the bottom. Install a penny washer (Ref 6) and a wing nut (Ref 7) on each bolt.
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AV70 Solar Airfield Light Figure 4 General Arrangement of AV70 & Frangible Stake Mount Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
AV70 Solar Airfield Light 3.2.3.2 Installing the light assembly The completed AV70 - mount plate assembly is to be mounted on the Stake (Ref 4) in firm soil (not loose sand, screenings or other unbound material). a. Use a sledge hammer to drive the stake (Ref 4) into the soil at the chosen location. Drive the stake down until the bottom of the stake sleeve is at ground level.
3.6 volts under 100MA load, and ensure all terminals are clear of foreign matter. Replacing the Battery The AV70 light is the only compact airfield light with a double sealed battery compartment. This provides the user with the ability to change the battery after years of operation.
'cycle' up to full autonomy. Expose light to direct sunlight and monitor operation for several days. Avlite products typically require 1.5 hours of direct sunlight per day to retain full autonomy.
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Please complete the Online Registration form at; www.avlite.com Avlite Systems will repair or replace your lantern in the event of electronic failure for a period of three years from the date of purchase. The unit must be returned to Avlite freight prepaid.
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