Carmanah R247-E, User Manual

Page 1: ...24 HOUR FLASHING BEACON USER MANUAL R247 E ...

Page 2: ...lation wiring and maintenance in conformance with local building and electrical codes Adherence to the National Electrical Code NEC is mandatory to comply with any certification markings Non adherence to code may void the warranty Safety and Usage Precautions WARNI RNING Batteries are shipped fully charged Use extreme caution when handling the batteries as they are capable of generating hazardous ...

Page 3: ...Installation 5 Summary 5 Step by Step Instructions 6 EMS Programming and Testing 13 EMS Onboard User Interface Operation 13 Functions and Settings 13 System Testing 15 Maintenance Product Care 16 Fuse Replacement 16 Battery Replacement 16 EMS Recycling 16 Troubleshooting 17 Specifications 18 Warranty 20 NOTE OTE Changes or modifications to Carmanah equipment not expressly approved by Carmanah coul...

Page 4: ...work together to charge the batteries during the day The EMS controls the flow of power from the batteries to the flashing LED module System Components R247 E solar engine consisting of Energy management system EMS Chassis assembly Solar panel Batteries 2 Signal head with LED module Post mount R247 E Solar Engine Signal Head Post Mounts Batteries EMS Solar Panel Onboard User Interface OBUI Ambient...

Page 5: ... E solar engine 1 Connect the post mount to the post 2 Mount the solar engine and signal head assembly onto the post and aim the signal head as desired 3 Tighten the nipple to secure the signal head as required 4 Rotate the solar engine to ensure the solar panel is facing south and tighten the nut as required 5 Connect the batteries to the wiring harness and place the batteries into the solar engi...

Page 6: ...LASHING BEACON USER MANUAL INSTALLATION 6 Step by Step Instructions 1 Attach the post mount to the post using appropriate fasteners 4 0 4 5 Round Post Mount Square Post Mount 2 5 Square 2 Square Side of Post Mount Wood Post Mount 2 38 2 88 Round Post Mount Recommended Torque 50 60 in lb ...

Page 7: ...G BEACON USER MANUAL INSTALLATION 7 4 0 4 5 Round Post Mount 2 2 5 Square Post Mount Side of Post Mount Wood Post Mount 2 Mount the solar engine and signal head assembly to the post mount pointing the signal head in the direction required 2 38 2 88 Round Post Mount INSTALL SET SCREWS AS SHOWN ...

Page 8: ...66_R247 E_UserManual_RevA R247 E 24 HOUR FLASHING BEACON USER MANUAL INSTALLATION 8 3 Tighten the nipple to secure the system in place 4 0 4 5 Round Pole Mount 2 2 5 Square Pole Mount Side of Post Mount Wood Post Mount 2 38 2 88 Round Post Mount ...

Page 9: ... 2014 Carmanah Technologies Corporation 72466_R247 E_UserManual_RevA R247 E 24 HOUR FLASHING BEACON USER MANUAL INSTALLATION 9 Ensure the solar panel is facing south and then tighten the nut 4 ...

Page 10: ...n CAUTION AUTION ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD CAUTION DO NOT LET BATTERY TERMINALS COME INTO CONTACT WITH ANY EXPOSED METAL DO NOT LET WIRE TERMINALS COME INTO CONTACT WITH ANY EXPOSED METAL CAUTION AUTION CAUTION AUTION WARNI RNING WARNING Batteries are shipped fully charged Use extreme caution when handling the batteries as they are capable of generating hazardous short circuit currents Remove all je...

Page 11: ...chnologies Corporation 72466_R247 E_UserManual_RevA R247 E 24 HOUR FLASHING BEACON USER MANUAL INSTALLATION 11 6 Secure batteries with battery strap note proper routing Battery strap is tightened over the two batteries ...

Page 12: ...ies are connected See EMS Programming and Testing section to check the system status and configuration CAUTION Consult with Carmanah customer service before making adjustments to the system Improper system adjustment may reduce operational effectiveness reduce battery life or void the warranty CAUTION AUTION 8 Close and latch the solar panel to complete installation ...

Page 13: ...ation The EMS OBUI has three buttons to navigate and change settings and activate functions as required The up arrow down arrow and set button are used to scroll through menus access and change settings and accept new settings Functions and Settings The functions and settings are accessed through the OBUI via a menu system On the next page is the menu hierarchy and a description of the function or...

Page 14: ...ted by covering the ambient light sensor on top of the engine dAY Solar sensor is detecting light daytime 00 00 Solar panel voltage This voltage can range depending on the current solar conditions TEnP Temperature Select the color of the bulb attached to the system rEd The temperature options are red or yellow AAA Ambient light auto adjust settings The system will automatically adjust to the surro...

Page 15: ...ily for several seconds and returns to regular operations Possible errors include Code Error 0002 Severe temperature detected 0004 Onboard memory has failed 0008 Battery issue detected 0010 There is a problem with the on board processor supply voltage 0020 Keypad failure detected 0040 Internal communication failure 0080 There is a problem with the ambient brightness sensor 1000 There is a problem ...

Page 16: ... or holding any tools or other conductive objects 2 Disconnect the batteries 3 Check all wiring for any faults that may have caused the fuse to blow 4 Pull the fuse holder apart and check the fuse 5 Replace a blown fuse with an identical fuse 1 5A fuse Littelfuse 0312002 HXP Carmanah Part 68372 Battery Replacement When the R247 E system s batteries require replacement it is recommended that the or...

Page 17: ...o the LED module and make sure the wires are not pinched anywhere along their length Check the OBUI for errors See the EMS Programming and Testing section of this manual The LED module is dim when flashing The battery voltage may be too low for proper operation and the system has activated the Automatic Light Control ALC Check the OBUI for ALC status and battery voltage See the EMS Programming and...

Page 18: ...System capacity 14 Ah Overcurrent Protection Fuse 2 x 1 5 A Type Littelfuse 0312002 HXP Solar Charge Controller Type Maximum power point tracking 3 stage temperature compensated Type Littelfuse 0312002 HXP Battery Quantity 2 Voltage 12 V nominal Capacity 7 Ah Solar Panel Power 10 W Voc 21 6 V Vmp 17 5 V Imp 0 57 A Isc 0 62 A LED Driver Type Constant current buck boost Max output voltage 33 Vdc Max...

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Page 20: ...epartment Before contacting Carmanah s customer service department please have the serial number of your system available a brief description of the problem as well as all details of the installation To contact Carmanah s customer service department Mail Carmanah Technologies Corporation 250 Bay Street Victoria BC Canada V9A 3K5 Phone 1 250 380 0052 877 722 8877 Toll Free in U S and Canada Fax 1 2...