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- Page 1 AV-OL-CTRL-T3 Obstruction Lighting Controller INSTALLATION & SERVICE MANUAL V1.0...
- Page 2 Version No. Description Date Reviewed Approved Design AV-OL-CTRL-T3 Manual Launch October 2020 P. Naidu W. Evans M. Sugars...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
7.1 Unpacking ..............................12 7.2 Installation ..............................12 7.2.1 Tools Required ..........................13 7.2.2 Factory Settings ..........................14 7.2.3 Installation Recommendation ....................14 7.3 Testing Procedure ............................21 Maintenance and Servicing ..................22 Replacement Parts ....................22 10.0 Troubleshooting ..................... 23 Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com... -
Page 4: Introduction
Avlite Systems draws on more than 25 years of experience in the design and manufacture of navigation aids, and particular care has been taken to ensure your product gives years of trouble-free service. -
Page 5: Technology
LED Technology All Avlite lights use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a light source. The major advantage of LED’s over traditional light sources is well established in that they typically have an operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to maintenance and servicing costs. -
Page 6: Av-Ol-Ctrl-T3 Models
3.0 AV-OL-CTRL-T3 The AV-OL-CTRL-T3 Obstruction Lighting Controller is an application specific control and monitoring a full turnkey solution for E1/I3 structures ranging between 61-106 meters (201 and 350 feet). These include telecommunication towers and utility towers, wind turbines, cranes, buildings and other tall structures. -
Page 7: Available Options
The system can also be configured to send out SMS text messages or e-mail alerts to designated operators should alarm conditions be triggered, such as low voltage or light failure. Please contact Avlite for operational information for the Monitoring & Control options. Visit https://www.star2m.com to find out more about Star2M •... -
Page 8: Av-Ol-Ctrl-T3 Data Sheet
505/19.9 Length (mm/inches) 241/9.5 Mass (kg/lbs) 28.5/63 Service Life 12 years + Intellectual Property Trademarks AVLITE® is a registered trademark of Avlite Systems Compliance EN61000-6-3:2007, EN61000-6-1:2007 FCC 47 CFR Part 15, subpart B Quality Assurance ISO9001:2015 Protection Rating IP65/NEMA4X Other... -
Page 9: Safety Information
• Dispose of the product according to the local laws and regulations for your region, for example, at a recycling centre that accepts electronic devices. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com... -
Page 10: Operation And Setup
6.0 Operation and Setup Avlite’s AV-OL-CTRL-T3 Obstruction Control Unit can connect to four components: a single red and white Combined Medium Intensity obstruction beacon (CMI), and three red, single fixture obstruction lights (LI). An External Photocell allows the lights to automatically switch between day and night mode. -
Page 11: Interface Wiring
6.1.2 Interface Wiring Top Junction Middle Junction Box Power & Data cable: Power & Data cable: 5 x 4mm 5 x 4mm External Power & Data cable: 3 x 2.5mm T3 Controller Photocell Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com... -
Page 12: Unpacking, Installation, Wiring And Setup
7.0 Unpacking, Installation, Wiring and Setup 7.1 Unpacking Unpack all hardware and inspect for damage. If there is any damage, please contact your Avlite Office. Retain original packing material for possible future use in shipping. 7.2 Installation WARNING: Confirm that the power switch is toggled to the OFF position when power is connected. -
Page 13: Tools Required
Note: The sequence of steps can be adjusted for site requirements. Wire and test the system on ground level. Conduct a basic functional check to ensure that the control unit is operating as expected. See section 7.3 Testing Procedure for more information. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com... -
Page 14: Factory Settings
Mount the Control Unit The Control Unit should be mounted in a reasonable location at eye level to ensure that it is easily accessible for servicing and maintenance. There should be plenty of clearance around all sides to allow direct access when the door of the control unit is completely open. Attach the required mounting hardware to the top and bottom of the Control Unit. - Page 15 AV-OL-CTRL-T3 - Obstruction Light Controller Installation & Service Manual Mount External Photocell Insert the Photocell into the mount (Avlite supplied) by inserting the contact blades into the receptacle. Secure the Photocell assembly to the tower or installation structure using the required mounting fixtures.
- Page 16 Wire the Photocell to the Control unit and cut cable to the required length. Note: The AC version of the Control Unit with remote monitoring is shown throughout this installation procedure. Details regarding the DC installation are shown on page 21. Note: Please see the AV-OL-KT-E1/I3 Installation and Service Manual for recommended cable sizes.
- Page 17 (i.e. Label ‘CMI +VDC’) in the Control Unit • Connect the negative conductor from the Combined Medium Intensity Circuit to the ‘CMI -VDC’ labelled terminal block in the Control Unit Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
- Page 18 Wiring Instructions-Data Cable: • Connect the Alarm Common (COM) conductor from the Combined Medium Intensity Circuit to the ‘CMI Alarm Common’ labelled terminal block in the Control Unit • Connect the Alarm Signal (NC) conductor from the Combined Medium Intensity Circuit to the ‘CMI Alarm Signal’...
- Page 19 Connect the Alarm Signal (NC) Conductor from the Low Intensity Circuit to the ‘LI Alarm Signal’ labelled terminal block in the Control Unit • Connect the PC conductor from the Low Intensity Circuit to the ‘LI PC Input’ labelled terminal block in the Control Unit • Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
- Page 20 Wiring the Control Unit: AC Installation: Connect the incoming power conductors to the appropriate terminals (AC Neutral, AC Line 1 and AC Line 2) on the power switch in the Control Box. The grounding conductor will be connected to the green/yellow ‘Ground’ terminal block adjacent to the power switch.
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Page 21: Testing Procedure
Connect the negative conductor to the common terminal block adjacent to the circuit breaker on terminal block 1. 7.3 Testing Procedure Note: Avlite recommends that all testing be done during the day. Power the system on. Check that no circuit breakers have tripped. -
Page 22: Maintenance And Servicing
Ensure photocell is free from debris (i.e. snow, leaves, etc.) for reliable and continuous operation. 9.0 Replacement Parts If replacement parts are required, please call a local Avlite distributor and reference the Product or Configuration Code called out in the “Product Configuration and Options” section of the corresponding product data sheet. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
Measure voltage at junction mode) • Light failure box. If correct input power, • No power to the replace light. light • If no voltage to the junction box, check output power from Control Box. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com... - Page 24 Problem Possible Cause Solution LI Single Fixture • Wired • Check wiring to light in middle middle light is not incorrectly or junction box operational (others wire(s) lose • Measure voltage at junction turning red at night or • Light failure box.
- Page 25 AV-OL-CTRL-T3 - Obstruction Light Controller Installation & Service Manual Notes Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
- Page 27 AV-OL-CTRL-T3 - Obstruction Light Controller Installation & Service Manual Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
- Page 28 Avlite Solution Verticals available Airfield Heliport Obstruction We believe technology improves navigation avlite.com info@avlite.com Avlite Systems Avlite USA LLC Avlite Asia Pte Ltd Australia Singapore +61 (0)3 5977 6128 +1 (603) 737 1311 +65 6908 2917...
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