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AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign

FAA L-858(L)

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96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07

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Page 1 AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign FAA L-858(L) User Manual 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07...
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: Copyright Statement
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 Troubleshooting ................................... 33 6.1 Troubleshooting LED Tube Signs ..................................35 7.0 Parts ....................................... 37 A.0 SUPPORT ....................................43 A.1 ADB SAFEGATE Website ...................................... 44 A.2 Recycling ............................................ 45 A.2.1 Local Authority Recycling ..................................45 A.2.2 ADB SAFEGATE Recycling ..................................45 96A0455, Rev.
Page 7 Figure 26: Sign Power Supply, without Cover (SP00004-000-01) ......................... 40 Figure 27: Shorted LED Detection PCB (EP00096-000-01) ............................. 41 Figure 28: Sign Frame and Assembly ....................................41 Figure 29: Power Supply and Electronics ..................................42 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 9 Table 8: Recommended Sign Distance from Pavement Edge ..........................17 Table 9: Preventative Maintenance Schedule ................................21 Table 10: Standard LED Signs ......................................33 Table 11: LED Tube Retrofit Kits ......................................35 Table 12: Spare Parts ..........................................38 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 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
AGSF-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 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 14: Maintenance Safety
AGSF-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 17: Introduction
2.0 Introduction The ADB Safegate AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign is designed to be long lasting, energy efficient, and trouble free. It is certified for the FAA market (AC 150/5345-44 and EB No. 67D). The robust design and energy efficient LED technology significantly reduces maintenance and eliminates runway shutdowns.
Page 18 • Rugged lightning protection complies with FAA Engineering Brief No. 67D and ANSI/IEEE C62.41-1991 Location Category • Direct replacement for ADB Safegate AGSF series halogen signs. • Continuous frame design provides fast installation with less mounting legs and less tethers.
Page 19: Table 1: Led And Halogen Sign Comparison Table
Application A retrofit kit is available to convert any existing ADB Safegate AGSF-H tungsten-halogen or AGSF-F sign to an LED light source. The same retrofit kit can be used to convert signs using LED light tubes (Part No. 48A0408 and 48A0409) to the new LED light bar design.
Page 20 AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Introduction Sign Dimensions and Weights Height - Inches (Centimeters) Size Sign Face Height Legend Height Overall Mounting Height 18 (45.7) 12 (30.5) 27.3 (69.3) 24 (61) 15 (38.1) 33.3 (84.5) 30 (76.2) 18 (45.7) 39.3 (99.8) 48 (122) 40 (101.6)
Page 21: Installation
This is the preferred mounting configuration for airfield guidance signs. Refer to Table 2 for parts and information. Figure 1: Power Through Leg - Remote Mounting (Preferred - FAA) 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 22: Power Through Leg - Shallow Base Mounting (Alternate - Faa)
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation Table 2: Power Through Leg - Remote Mounting (Preferred - FAA) Item Description Part Number Note L-867B blank cover, 3/8 in thick Contact ADB Safegate Ordered separately L-867B base can Contact ADB Safegate Ordered separately...
Page 23: Power Through Leg - Direct Mounting (Alternate - Faa)
Frangible coupling 60A2678/XX Supplied with sign L-823 cordset 73A0107/72 Supplied with sign L-867B heavy base plate, 3/8 in thick with gasket, 2 1/2-8 1832BSPLT Ordered separately NPS hub Transformer secondary 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 24: 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 25: Power Through Side Panel - With 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. 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 26: Cord Sets And Extension Cords
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation 3.2.6 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 6 and refer to Table 7 for cord set and extension cord types and part codes.
Page 27: Sign Distance From Pavement Edge
Check site plans and specifications for the location of the power leg (leg where the L-823 cord set is located) in reference to the L-867 light base. Typically, the L-867 base can is located near 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 28: Sign Mounting
With either anchoring system, the allowable load for any specific bolt is dependent upon several factors; type of concrete, depth of embedment, edge distance, anchor spacing, etc. ADB Safegate can advise the customer of various manufacturers of anchor bolts, but ADB Safegate cannot approve their specific installation.
Page 29: Wiring
3.5 Earth Ground Lug WARNING • Signs must be properly grounded to true earth ground. Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage. 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 30: Tethers
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Installation Ground lug Connect a minimum 12 AWG ground wire to the earth ground lug located on the outside of the side panel on the power side of the sign. If necessary, remove the ground lug from outside of the sign and re-attach it to the inside of the sign frame.
Page 31: Maintenance And Repair
4.1 Cleaning The AGSF-L LED sign requires minimal maintenance. However, with the intrusion of dust, dirt, and water it is necessary to inspect and clean the interior of signs periodically to ensure proper light output and improve the life of the sign and its components.
Page 32: Faded Legend Panels
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair 4.2 Faded Legend Panels If sign panels are faded from sun exposure or damaged to the extent that the message is no longer readable, the sign panel must be replaced. Refer to Parts section of this user manual for replacement sign panels.
Page 33: Replacing A Led Light Bar
3. Disconnect the damaged LED bar by separating the quick-slide terminals on both red and black wires on both ends of the LED bar. 4. Loosen but do not remove the small Phillips pan head screws securing the LED bar to the LED mounting bracket. 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 34: Replacing A Resistor Assembly
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair 5. Remove the hex head screws securing the LED mounting bracket to the sign frame. Retain screws for re-assembly. 6. Note the orientation of the LED bar, remove the LED bar from the LED mounting brackets and replace the led bar.
Page 35: Replacing A Shorted Led Pcb
11. Cycle power to the sign "OFF" and back "ON" and confirm normal operation. 12. Reinstall the front legend panel and top cover. Torque top cover bolts to 50±5 lb/in (5.7±0.6 N•m). 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 36: Sign Bolt Torque Diagram
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Maintenance and Repair 4.9 Sign Bolt Torque Diagram The sign assembly bolt torque value are depicted in the following diagram. Figure 16: Bolt Torque Diagram TOP RAIL @ END & INTERMEDIATE FITTING Lid Bolts SIZE 4, SIZE 5, AND HIGH WIND SIGNS:...
Page 37: Wiring Diagrams
5.0 Wiring Diagrams Figure 17: Wiring Diagram for Signs Equipped with a Shorted LED Detection PCB (Page 1) 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 43: Troubleshooting
6.0 Troubleshooting This section provides troubleshooting information for the AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign. The information covers only the most common failure modes. If you cannot resolve the problem with the information given here, contact your local ADB Safegate representative for help.
Page 44: Figure 22: Shorted Led Detection Pcb Troubleshooting
AGSF-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 45: Troubleshooting Led Tube Signs
94A0683-XXX LED Sign Upgrade Kit. To order the kit, you will need the sign size and the number of modules. Please review the KIT Service Bulletin ALN166 found in the ADB SAFEGATE Product Center. All LEDs are out Power Supply has failed...
Page 47: Parts
A = APS Face 1 = Single 2 = Double Total Number of Panels X = To be determined by the ADB Safegate sales department based on legend and module configurations. Power 1 = Power through leg without ON/OFF switch...
Page 48: Table 12: Spare Parts
LED light bar. Uses four size D batteries and outputs 350 mA. Output is activated using a momentary switch. Note: Tester can also be used on all ADB Safegate SB-type LED Table 12: Spare Parts signs.
Page 49 1 = 1 Module 2 = 2 Modules 3 = 3 Modules 4 = 4 Modules Note Retrofit kits for ADB Safegate AGSF-H tungsten-halogen and AGSF-F fluorescent signs only. 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 50: Figure 24: Three Sizes Of Light Bars (48A0442/16, 48A0442/24, 48A0442/32)
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Figure 24: Three Sizes of Light Bars (48A0442/16, 48A0442/24, 48A0442/32) Figure 25: Resistor Assembly (SP00003-XXX-01) Figure 26: Sign Power Supply, without Cover (SP00004-000-01) Copyright © ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved...
Page 51: Figure 27: Shorted Led Detection Pcb (Ep00096-000-01)
3/16", 28" . 94A0054 CORDSET 72” CLASS A TYPE II STYLE 1 73A0107/72 SIGN BASE 62A2142 3/8-16 X 1/2 HHCS SIGN FRANGIBLE FITTING - 64A0176/8 60A2678/XX HIGH WIND SIGN BASE 62A2146 96A0455, Rev. K, 2025/03/07 Copyright ADB Safegate, All Rights Reserved ©...
Page 52: Figure 29: Power Supply And Electronics
AGSF-L LED Airfield Guidance Sign Parts Figure 29: Power Supply and Electronics SWITCH PB NO 10A 600 45A0456 SIGN POWER SUPPLY (without cover) SP00004-000-01 SURGE PROTECTOR EB00018-000-01 EMI FILTER EB00512-000-01 RESISTOR ASSEMBLY 100 OHM SHORTED LED DETECTION PCB SP00003-000-01 EP00096-000-01...
Page 53: 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 54: Adb Safegate Website
AGSF-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 55: Recycling
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 57 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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