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AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign
ICAO/TP 312
User Manual
96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06

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  • Page 1 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign ICAO/TP 312 User Manual 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06...
  • Page 3: Disclaimer / Standard Warranty

    Material Handling Precautions and Storage precautions that must be followed. ADB SAFEGATE reserves the right to examine goods upon which a claim is made. Said goods must be presented in the same condition as when the defect therein was discovered. ADB SAFEGATE furthers reserves the right to require the return of such goods to establish any claim.
  • Page 4 Use this equipment only as described in the manual. ADB SAFEGATE cannot be held responsible for injuries or damages resulting from non-standard, unintended uses of its equipment. The equipment is designed and intended only for the purpose described in the manual. Uses not described in the manual are considered unintended uses and may result in serious personal injury, death or property damage.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    6.0 Wiring Diagrams .................................. 45 7.0 Parts ....................................... 49 7.1 Parts Diagrams ........................................51 7.2 Spare Parts ..........................................52 A.0 SUPPORT ....................................59 A.1 ADB SAFEGATE Website ...................................... 60 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 6 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign TABLE OF CONTENTS A.2 Recycling ............................................ 61 A.2.1 Local Authority Recycling ..................................61 A.2.2 ADB SAFEGATE Recycling ..................................61 Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 7 Figure 26: ICAO LED Sign Assembly Parts ..................................51 Figure 27: Switch and Resistor Close-up detail ................................52 Figure 28: ON/OFF Switch Protective Cover ................................. 52 Figure 29: Leg Extensions ........................................56 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 8 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign List of Figures viii Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 9 Table 16: 800 mm Face - 48"; 60"; 72" Height Sign Couplings ..........................55 Table 17: 1200 mm Face - Standard Height Sign Couplings ..........................56 Table 18: Cordset Usage ........................................56 Table 19: Cordsets ........................................... 57 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 10 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign List of Tables Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 11: Safety

    1.0 Safety Introduction to Safety This section contains general safety instructions for installing and using ADB SAFEGATE equipment. Some safety instructions may not apply to the equipment in this manual. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections of this manual where appropriate.
  • Page 12: Introduction To Safety

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Safety 1.1.1 Introduction to Safety CAUTION Unsafe Equipment Use This equipment may contain electrostatic devices, hazardous voltages and sharp edges on components • Read installation instructions in their entirety before starting installation. • Become familiar with the general safety instructions in this section of the manual before installing, operating, maintaining or repairing this equipment.
  • Page 13: Material Handling Precautions: Storage

    • Never touch exposed electrical connections on equipment while the power is ON. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 14: Maintenance Safety

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Safety 1.1.6 Maintenance Safety DANGER Electric Shock Hazard This equipment may contain electrostatic devices • Do not operate a system that contains malfunctioning components. If a component malfunctions, turn the system OFF immediately. • Disconnect and lock out electrical power.
  • Page 15: Arc Flash And Electric Shock Hazard

    • Allow only qualified personnel to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks. • Only persons who are properly trained and familiar with ADB SAFEGATE equipment are permitted to service this equipment. • An open airfield current circuit is capable of generating >5000 Vac and may appear OFF to a meter.
  • Page 16 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Safety Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 17: Introduction

    -55 °F to +131 °F (-55 °C to +55 °C) Humidity: 0 to 100% Wind: ADB Safegate standard signs withstand a wind loading of 322 km/h (200 mph) and break before the wind loading reaches 480 km/h (300 mph). Features •...
  • Page 18 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Introduction • Creates a highly uniform distribution of light, eliminating hot spots and shadows • Operates on ferroresonant or thyristor CCRs that are designed in compliance with FAA or IEC requirements • Operates on all steps of a 3-step or 5-step CCR and on a 1-step CCR •...
  • Page 19 3636.5 (143.17) 1277.7 (50.30) 1100.0 (43.31) Electrical Supply Signs are internally lighted and are connected to a series circuit using the appropriately-sized 50 or 60 Hz L-830/L-831 isolation transformer. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 20 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Introduction Sign Load & Transformer Requirements 1-Step (5.5A) 3-Step (4.8-6.6A) 5-Step (2.8-6.6A) Sign Sign Transformer Power Transformer Power Transformer Power Type Length Factor Factor Factor SBXA 200 W 0.89 300 W 0.87 300 W 0.85...
  • Page 21 Note • 1219 mm (48 in) signs ship as 1295 mm (51 in) height. • 1524 mm (60 in) and 1829 mm (72 in) signs ship as standard height. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 22 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Introduction Packaging Data (1200 mm Signs) Signs are shipped with L-823 cord set(s), frangible couplings, and mounting flanges - ready for installation. Gross Assembled Weight Standard Height Carton Dimensions (h × w × d) Sign Type...
  • Page 23: Installation

    3.2 Power Entry and Mounting Configurations This section provides information on a variety of power entry and mounting configurations available with the AGSB-L sign. Power entry and mounting configurations vary in TP312 and ICAO markets. This section provides examples and guidance for installation.
  • Page 24: Power Through Bottom - Remote Mounting (Preferred - Canada)

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation 3.2.1 Power Through Bottom - Remote Mounting (Preferred - Canada) Figure 1 shows details for installations with power through the bottom with remote mounting. This is the preferred mounting configuration for airfield guidance signs in Canada.
  • Page 25: Power Through Leg - Remote Mounting (Preferred - Faa)

    Frangible coupling 60A2678/XX Supplied with sign L-823 cordset 73A0107/72 Supplied with sign Mounting flange 62A2142 Supplied with sign 2-inch conduit Top to be flush with top surface of concrete pad 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 26: Power Through Leg - Shallow Base Mounting (Alternate - Faa)

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation 3.2.3 Power Through Leg - Shallow Base Mounting (Alternate - FAA) Figure 3 shows detail for installations with power through the leg in the case of shallow base remote mounting. This is a preferred alternative mounting configuration for airfield guidance signs. Refer to Table 2 for parts and information.
  • Page 27: Power Through Leg - Direct Mounting (Alternate - Faa)

    Ordered separately NPS hub Transformer secondary Note Remove the sign flange provided with the sign and screw the frangible coupling directly into the 2-1/2'' hub on the base plate. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 28: Power Through Side Panel - Without Flexible Conduit (Not Faa Compliant)

    • Size 2 = 41 in. • Size 3 = 35 in. • Size 4 = 18 in. • Size 5 = 35 in. For longer length cord-sets, contact ADB Safegate sales department. Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 29: Power Through Side Panel - Without Flexible Conduit (Not Faa Compliant)

    Size 2 = 41 in. • Size 3 = 35 in. • Size 4 = 18 in. • Size 5 = 35 in. For longer length cord-sets, contact ADB Safegate sales department. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 30: Cord Sets And Extension Cords

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation 3.3 Cord sets and Extension Cords This section provides information on L-823 cord sets and extension cords commonly used with the AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign. See Figure 7 and refer to Table 6 for cord set and extension cord types and part codes.
  • Page 31: Overall Mounting Height

    96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 32: Dimension Diagrams For Installation

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation 3.4.2 Dimension Diagrams for Installation Figure 8: 600 mm Signs with Standard Mounting Height Installation ] 3 . ] 3 . ] 5 . ] 5 . ] 4 . ] 4 . ] 2 .
  • Page 33: Figure 9: 600 Mm Signs With 48", 60", And 72" Mounting Height Installation

    ] 0 . ] 0 . ] 7 . ] 7 . ] 7 . ] 7 . ] 0 . ] 0 . ] 7 . ] 7 . 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 34: Figure 10: 800 Mm Signs With Standard Mounting Height Installation

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation Figure 10: 800 mm Signs with Standard Mounting Height Installation ] 3 . ] 3 . ] 5 . ] 5 . ] 4 . ] 4 . ] 2 . ] 2 .
  • Page 35: Figure 11: 800 Mm Signs With 48", 60", And 72" Mounting Height Installation

    ] 0 . ] 0 . ] 7 . ] 7 . ] 7 . ] 7 . ] 0 . ] 0 . ] 7 . ] 7 . 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 36: Sign Orientation

    L-867 light base. Typically, the L-867 light base is immediately under the power leg or is at the same end, but not under the power leg. ADB Safegate’ signs are shipped with the sign product label attached to the sign end where the power leg is located.
  • Page 37: Concrete Pouring

    (customer-supplied). Check with the manufacturer for their recommendations as applied to your airport site. Example Hilti Kwik Bolt 3 Standard Thread 304 Stainless Steel 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 38: Sign Mounting

    The bolt length is selected based on the local site conditions and the wind load force on the face of the sign. For additional information see the application drawing 117A0069 on the ADB Safegate Web site Product Center at: http://www.adbsafegate.com...
  • Page 39: Wiring

    If the sign pad is tapered in the area where the mounting flanges are located, shims may need to be placed under the mounting flanges to ensure that the coupling frangibility characteristics are the same for each coupling. If in doubt, contact the ADB Safegate Sales Department for further assistance. Figure 14: Sign Frangible Coupling...
  • Page 40: Figure 15: Series Wiring Isolation Transformer Installation

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation Note On occasion, the windings in the Isolation Transformers may be wired differently. The result will be that the output voltage on the secondary of the isolation transformer will be out of phase when the two transformers are in series.
  • Page 41: Earth Ground Lug

    FAA AC 150/5345-44 specifies there must be a minimum of one tether for single-module signs, and a minimum of two tethers for multiple-module signs with continuous frame. For multiple-module signs, one tether is attached to both ends of the sign. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 42: Figure 16: Installing Tether

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation Tethers are factory installed and attached to the bottom of the sign. The location and quantity of tethers is determined when the order is placed. Figure 16: Installing Tether 1. Sign frame anchor point, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in stainless-steel bolt.
  • Page 43: Maintenance And Repair

    Remove corrosion and touch-up-paint as needed paint flaking off Check for discolored or faded panels Clean or replace panels as needed Check for deteriorated gaskets Replace damaged gaskets as needed 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 44: Replacing A Led Light Bar

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair Note TORQUE ALL: 5/16-18 bolts to 115 ± 10 inch-pounds, (13 ± 1 N•m) (except: Torque top cover lid bolts) Torque top cover 5/16-18 lid bolts to 50 ±5 lb/in (5.7 ±0.6 N·m).
  • Page 45: Replacing The Single Power Supply

    For ICAO/TP312 signs shipped after Mar 2015, signs operate at 770 mA. If field replacing the Power Supply, ensure no shunt on P1 is connected at positions 1 & 2, or 7 & 8. This will ensure that the brightness of the sign will not change. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 46: Checking The Power Supply

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair 4. Verify that the sign wiring matches the Wiring Diagrams 5. You are now ready to apply power to the sign. Figure 18: 44A7260/010 Single Power Supply Shunt Position SOME PCB ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS...
  • Page 47: Wiring The Dual-Power Supply

    For ICAO/TP312 signs shipped after Mar 2015, signs operate at 770 mA. If field replacing the Power Supply, ensure no shunt on P1 is connected at positions 1 & 2, or 7 & 8. This will ensure that the brightness of the sign will not change. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 48: Checking The Dual Power Supply

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair 4. Verify that the sign wiring matches Figure 5. You are now ready to apply power to the sign. Figure 19: 44A7417-10 Sign Dual Power Supply Shunt Position See Chart For P1 Shunt...
  • Page 49: Sign Bolt Torque Diagram

    5/16-18 bolts to 115 ± 10 inch-pounds, (13 ± 1 N•m) (except: Torque top cover lid bolts) Torque top cover 5/16-18 lid bolts to 50 ±5 lb/in (5.7 ±0.6 N·m). 3/8-16 bolts to 200 ± 10 inch-pounds (22.6 ± 1 N•m) 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 50 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious injury or equipment damage. This section provides troubleshooting information for the taxiway and runway signs. The information covers only the most common problems. If you cannot solve the problem with the information given here, contact your local ADB Safegate representative for help.
  • Page 52: Theory Of Operation

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Troubleshooting 5.1 Theory of Operation Figure 15 and the schematics shown in Figure 21 Figure 23. A current of 2.8 to 6.6 A is the input into the power supply PCB. Note For signs shipped prior to March 2015 the PCB outputs either 520mA DC (single-side sign) or 770mA DC (double- sided sign) as set by shunt on P1 on the power supply.
  • Page 53: Table 9: Standard Led Signs

    Ensure the resistor is securely fastened to the top rail of the sign frame without any gaps between the mating surfaces. If replacing the resistor, ensure an adequate amount of heat conductive thermo-joint compound is applied to the mating surface to properly dissipate heat. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 54 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Disconnect the LED bars and using the LED tester 44A7264/1, test each LED bar. If the LED bar does not illuminate, replace the LED bar. If the LED bar illuminates, carefully observe each of the LEDs within the LED bar to ensure all LEDs are operating properly.
  • Page 55: Wiring Diagrams

    REV. 43A4143 LEADS TO PCB AS SHOWN Figure 22: Detail B LEADS SHOULD EXIT STRAIGHT WITH NO BEND TO THE STRAIN RELIEF. DO NOT PULL LEADS TIGHT CREATING STRESS. 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 56: Table 10: Power Supply: Led Light Bar And Termination Chart

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Wiring Diagrams Table 10: Power Supply: LED Light Bar and Termination Chart Light Bars Sign Length 48A0442/16 48A0442/24 48A0442/32 Sections Light Bars Top per Section Termination Bottom (16) (16) 44A6921/5 (24) (24) 44A6921/5 1100 (32)
  • Page 57: Figure 23: Led Icao Sign, Dual-Power Supply Diagram

    SIDE PANEL GND LUG NUT IF SWITCH IS NOT USED, WIRE ONE END OF THE L-823 CORDSET LEAD TO PS1 (E4) OPTIONAL SWITCH L-823 PS2 (E3) DRAWING NUMBER: REV. 43A4143 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 58: Figure 24: Led Icao Sign, Dual Power Supply Light Engine Diagram

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Wiring Diagrams Figure 24: LED ICAO Sign, Dual Power Supply Light Engine Diagram CONNECT LIGHT BAR LEADS TOGETHER LED LIGHT BARS IN SERIES - SEE TABLE LONG LEADS THIS END SIGN - TOP CONNECT LIGHT BAR...
  • Page 59: Parts

    0 = No tether 1 = One tether on one end of sign   2 = Two tethers, one on each end   3 = One tether per leg   96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 60 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Note Left/right designation determined when viewing secondary side of the sign. Customer to provide legend information and power connection side. Match power cord exit location with legend side. All signs are provided with an internal inspection window at the end of the sign.
  • Page 61: Parts Diagrams

    5/16-18 bolts to 115 ± 10 inch-pounds, (13 ± 1 N•m) (except: top cover lid bolts) Torque 5/16-18 top cover lid bolts to 50 ±5 lb/in (5.7 ±0.6 N·m). 3/8-16 bolts to 200 ± 10 inch-pounds (22.6 ± 1 N•m) 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 62: Spare Parts

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Figure 27: Switch and Resistor Close-up detail Order kit 94A0649/ICAONB for a factory installed cover for the ON/OFF switch. The cover protects from inadvertent operation of the button associated with heavy snow being piled or blown against the sign.
  • Page 63: Table 12: Icao/Tp312 Led Sign Spare Parts

    MM00255-000-01 Side LED Mounting Plate 1200x1200 mm RDRS sign only Notes • This installation drawing 117A0069 is available on the ADB Safegate website or you can request a copy from your sales representative. Refer to Table 13 through Table 16 for which floor flange is needed.
  • Page 64: Table 13: 600 Mm Face - Standard Height Sign Coupling

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Table 13: 600 mm Face - Standard Height Sign Coupling Size Modules Illuminated Face Length Frangible Coupling Mounting Flange SBXA/, SIXA/ 700 mm 60A2678/10 62A2142 SBXB/, SIXB/ 900 mm 60A2678/10 62A2142 SBXC/, SIXC/ 1100 mm...
  • Page 65: Table 16: 800 Mm Face - 48"; 60"; 72" Height Sign Couplings

    SBXK/, SIXK/ 2500 mm 60A2678/41 62A2146 SBXL/, SIXL/ 2700 mm 60A2678/41 62A2146 SBXM/, SIXM/ 2900 mm 60A2678/41 62A2146 SBXN/, SIXN/ 3300 mm 60A2678/41 62A2146 SBXP/, SIXP/ 3700 mm 60A2678/41 62A2146 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 66: Figure 29: Leg Extensions

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Table 17: 1200 mm Face - Standard Height Sign Couplings Size Length Frangible Coupling Mounting Flange SBKQ 1200 mm 60A2678/40 62A2142 Figure 29: Leg Extensions 9.39 [238.6] 9.39 [238.6] 26.11 [663.2] for 600mm FACE 26.11 [663.2] for 600mm FACE...
  • Page 67: Table 19: Cordsets

    16/2 0.38 in 73A0155/1.5 CORDSET 1.5 M (59") 12/2 SOW 600V ST 1 12/2 0.50 in 73A0155/2.5 CORDSET 2.5 M (98") 12/2 SOW 600V ST 1 12/2 0.50 in 96A0467, Rev. M, 2024/11/06 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
  • Page 68 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 69: Appendix A: Support

    Our experienced engineers are available for support and service at all times, 24 hour/7 days a week. They are part of a dynamic organization making sure the entire ADB SAFEGATE is committed to minimal disturbance for airport operations. ADB SAFEGATE Support Technical Support –...
  • Page 70: Adb Safegate Website

    AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign SUPPORT A.1 ADB SAFEGATE Website The ADB SAFEGATE website, www.adbsafegate.com, offers information regarding our airport solutions, products, company, news, links, downloads, references, contacts and more. Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 71 A.2.1 Local Authority Recycling The disposal of ADB SAFEGATE products is to be made at an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The correct disposal of equipment prevents any potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling.
  • Page 72 AGSB-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign SUPPORT Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 73 Email: marketing@adbsafegate.com Fax: +46 (0)40 699 17 30 Internet: www.adbsafegate.com ADB SAFEGATE, China ADB SAFEGATE Airfield Technologies Ltd. China Unit 603, D Block, CAMIC International Convention Center, No 3, Hua Jia Di East road, ChaoYang district, Beijing 100102 P.R. China Contact: Tel.: +86 (10) 8476 0106...

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