Contents Contents General information .....................3 Manufacturer......................3 Information regarding the operating instructions..........3 Further documents....................3 Conformity with standards and regulations............3 Explanation of symbols ..................3 Symbols used in these operating instructions............3 Warning notes......................4 Symbols on the device..................5 Safety notes ......................5 Operating instructions storage ................5 Personnel qualification..................5 Safe use.......................6 Modifications and alterations ................6...
They are legally binding in all legal affairs. Further documents • Data sheet For documents in other languages, see r-stahl.com. Conformity with standards and regulations IECEx, ATEX, EU Declaration of Conformity and further national certificates can be downloaded via the following link: https://r-stahl.com/en/global/support/downloads/.
Explanation of symbols = Flashing beacon = Signal = Earth connection = Signal level 1 = Signal level 2 = Signal level 3 = Signal sound = Telephone connection = Volume controller Warning notes Warning notes must be observed under all circumstances, in order to minimise the risk resulting from design engineering and operation.
Additional knowledge is required for any activity in hazardous areas! R. STAHL recommends having a level of knowledge equal to that described in the following standards: • IEC/EN 60079-14 (Project engineering, selection and construction of electrical systems) •...
• Use the device in accordance with its intended and approved purpose only. • Always consult R. STAHL Schaltgeräte GmbH if using the device under operating conditions which are not covered by the technical data. • Make sure that the device is not damaged.
Function and device design Function and device design DANGER Explosion hazard due to improper use! Non-compliance results in severe or fatal injuries. • Use the device only according to the operating conditions described in these operating instructions. • Use the device only for the intended purpose specified in these operating instructions.
Technical data Technical data Explosion protection Global (IECEx) Gas and dust IECEx BAS 14.0064 IEC 60079-0: 2011 / IEC 60079-1: 2007 / IEC 60079-31: 2013 Ex d IIB T* Ta -** ... +** °C Gb Ex d IIC T* Ta -** ... +** °C Gb Ex tb IIIC T*** °C Ta -** ...
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Technical data Technical data Electrical data Rated operational 24 or 48 V DC voltage 115 or 230 V AC Start-up current 24 V / 48 V DC 115 V AC 230 V AC Duration Duration Duration 17.7 A 220 μs 21 A 500 μs 33 A...
Mounting/installation Connection 2.5 mm Terminals For further technical data, see r-stahl.com. Transport and storage • Transport and store the device only in the original packaging. • Store the device in a dry place (no condensation) free of vibrations. • Do not drop the device.
Mounting and installation Mounting and installation Dimensions/fastening dimensions Dimensional drawings (all dimensions in mm [inch]) – Subject to change Ø [ 0,35] Ø [1,26] 178,50 [7,03] [3,74] 189 [7,44] 17148E00 Ø [ 5,70] Ø 17151E00 GRP combination signal GRP combination signal series YL6S with L-bracket series YL6S without L-bracket ø9 [...
Mounting and installation Mounting/dismounting, operating position DANGER Explosion hazard due to improper mounting! Non-compliance results in severe or fatal injuries. • Only operate the device if it is not damaged. If the thread is damaged, replace the device immediately. • Only install the device in a clean and dry operating environment. •...
Mounting and installation • Mount the device on a flat surface suitable for its weight. • Direct the tone output towards the area to be covered. • Insert the electrical lines using a certified and flameproof cable entry which is suitable for the gas group.
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Mounting and installation • Loosen the 6 cheese-head screws (4). Due to the obstruction caused by the wire guard, use a ball end Allen key to allow for the off-axis angle which is required. • Remove the flange from the flashing beacon (5).
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Mounting and installation 7.3.2 Electrical connections • Do not touch the xenon flash tubes when installing/mounting the device. 17163E00 YL6S Connector for horn Terminal blocks PCB termination board Sound selection switch (see sound table) Connector for flash circuit board 17164E00 YL6S Xenon flash tubes Flash circuit board...
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Mounting and installation Cable connection • The connection terminal is suitable for electrical lines with a cross section of 2.5 mm or 14 to 18 AWG. Parallel connection of several devices Up to 10 devices can be connected to a supply line in parallel. Circuit diagrams Line monitoring for devices with direct voltage •...
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Mounting and installation 7.3.3 Configuration Recommendation • The signal tone selection should be set at the factory or at an approved factory. Do not use tone 12, 14 and 32 for AC variants. • For signal tone selection and its switch positions, refer to the table below. •...
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Mounting and installation Sou- SW1/SW2 Frequency Repetition rate Sound description Special application 250 to 1200 Hz 0.085 s Fast siren 1400 Hz 0.25 s Interrupted, fast, rising volume 720 Hz 0.7/0.3 s Interrupted sound Industrial alarm, Germany 700 Hz 0.25 s Interrupted sound Local warning, Sweden 700 Hz...
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Mounting and installation Sou- SW1/SW2 Frequency Repetition rate Sound description Special application 1000 Hz – Continuous tone 700 Hz – Continuous tone All clear, Sweden (SS 031711) 440 to 554 Hz Two alternating Turn out, tones Sweden (SS 031711) 2500 to 3200 Hz 0.07 s Two alternating tones...
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Mounting and installation 7.3.4 Mounting the device • Lift the flashing beacon flange towards the device. • Connect the PCB using the connector. • Mount the flashing beacon flange. • Replace the M5 x 25 cheese-head screws and tighten them to a tightening torque of 4 Nm.
Commissioning 7.3.6 Adjusting the volume The maximum volume (depending on the selected sound) can be reduced by about 18 dB(A) using the potentiometer. 22494E00 Commissioning DANGER Explosion hazard due to incorrect installation! Non-compliance results in severe or fatal injuries. • Check the device for proper installation before commissioning. •...
If an error occurs please re-visit the earlier sections of this document. If the error cannot be eliminated using the specified procedures: • Contact R. STAHL Schaltgeräte GmbH. For rapid processing, have the following information ready: • Type and serial number of the device •...
• Only return or package the devices after consulting R. STAHL! Contact the responsible representative from R. STAHL. R. STAHL's customer service is available to handle returns if repair or service is required. • Contact customer service personally. • Go to the r-stahl.com website.
Malfunction or damage to the device due to the use of non-original components. Non-compliance may lead to material damage! • Use only original accessories and spare parts from R. STAHL Schaltgeräte GmbH. For accessories and spare parts, see the data sheet on our homepage r-stahl.com.
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