Power Adapter Installation Manual Parallel Circuit Installation
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1. l Using 10 AWG wire of appropriate type to meet local codes pull one White 12 24 VDC and one Black Return power wire to each fixture parallel circuit If local code requires grounding pull an additional green wire to each fixture Note Red wire may be substituted for White wire in DC circuits to reduce confusion between AC and DC circuits Red wire will then be connected to the white lead wire on pigtail If the system is 12 24 VDC then cable may be installed directly into saw cut 2 inch minimum typically 3 inch depth x 3 8 inch wide instead of running the cable through conduit Cable should be stacked into the saw cut held down to the bottom using a backing rod and sealed using Bondo P606 or equivalent sealing compound If using conduit pull cable through conduit Ensure that all wiring conforms to NEC State Local and other applicable codes Make a parallel circuit with 3M or similar waterproof connectors At each fixture using 7SC s Part CO 1051903021 pigtail connect the BLACK pigtail lead to the BLACK 10 AWG wire and connect the WHITE pigtail lead to the WHITE 10 AWG wire The use of drip loops is recommended Note Before proceding to the next step check fixture cabling using the fixture cabling test in Appendix C Note Before inserting fixtures into sockets test each fixture using the test fixture socket and power plug cable supplied The power plug plugs into any standard 12 Volt Ca2. Discard and save them for future use 13 Section 2 In Roadway Installation Figure 3 Base Can Installation Trench and Fill Option 2 12 12 1 58 f sse 1 58 1 58 sse 1 58 wl4 4 A 4 BASE CAN LONCRETH t E CONCRE TE S 0 5 MIN S 0 5 MIN AS hes A A ne SAND CEMENT mu Notes 1 The1 1 2 inch PVC drain conduit is used to discharge water into the existing drainage system existing ditches or if necessary a leaching pit SAND CEMENT SLURRY ff 2 The leaching pit can consist of a 36 inch diameter drilled hole carried to a depth of 6 to 10 feet and filled vu n CONDUIT with drain rock DS SSMO NET 3 00 MIN Ed t is 7 A SLURRY 3 Abbreviations Asphalt Concrete ela AN AC Aggregate Base AB Slope 11 2 PVC S MM is Cw a aay oe ee 3 00 MIN 4 Drainage slopes of 1 are typical i 5 Drawing not to scale 6 Concrete shall be 3 8 inch maximum aggregate mix use a minimum of seven sacks of cement per cubic yard of concrete and poured from a height of approximately 5 inches above the can Concrete should only be poured from one side Vibrate or rod concrete to completely fill the area below and on all sides of the base can When concrete is visible on the side opposite the side that concrete is being from pouring can commence from alternate locations 14 Section 3 Electrical System Installation A Fixture Cabling
3. connected to 12 24 VDC terminal block contact 8 Connect basic push button activation devices to the PB1 and PB2 terminals If using a Talking LED Push button Station or Ped X Pad activation device refer to wiring instructions in Appendix E 9 If an AC auxiliary output device is provided a Ensure that DC loads are not connected to the 120AC AUX output terminal b Set the circuit breaker to the ON position and test the operation of the DC outputs before continuing c After testing is completed set the circuit breaker to the OFF position 10 AUX Output Connection Options a 120 VAC AUX Output Option Connect 120 VAC auxiliary devices to 120 VAC AUX Output terminals Black wires to the Line terminal and White wires to the Neutral terminal b 12 VDC AUX Output Option Connect 12 VDC auxiliary devices to 12 VDC AUX Output terminals White wires to 12 VDC terminals and Black wires to 12 VDC terminals 11 Ensure all wiring conforms to local code 17 Section 3 Electrical System Installation 12 Set the circuit breaker to ON position and test the operation of the AUX outputs Caution Before turning circuit breaker to the On position ensure DC load circuits are connected to the DC terminals and AC load circuits are connected to the AC terminals Connecting a DC load to the AC terminals will damage the DC load device and its wiring 13 Adjust the interval timer on the Power Adapter panel for t
4. not be properly connected or the cable between these two points may be defective Before replacing the cable the fixture socket pigtail splice should be visually examined for continuity 3 Repeat step 2 for each base can in the system moving from the closest base cans to the one located furthest from the controller 24 Appendix D Core Drill and Saw Cut Installation Pictures Fixture Layout Core Drill Saw Cut Drainage Mounting Rig Setup Base Can Alignment 23 Appendix D Core Drill and Saw Cut Installation Pictures E put na p Fixtures Placed In Base Cans 26 Appendix E Wiring Instructions for Advanced Activation Devices a Push button Stations Talking Models with and without LEDs All cabling from the Push button Stations is connected to the Push button Station interface card located in the PA enclusure The conductor jackets are color coded and keyed to their terminal connections on the interface card For additional installation details refer to the activation device s installation manul Conductor Jacket Color Function Labeled on Interface Card Blue w Black Stripe AUD 2 Black w Red Stripe AUD 1 Blue MIC Brown MUTE Yellow LED Orange BTN Black Power Return Red Power 12 volts Direct burial cable 18 AWG stranded wire is recommended Belden 27601A or equivant If you do not have a LED type push button the LED conductor is not connected to the interface
5. not draining properly modifications to the drainage system will be necessary In this case consult with your design engineer before proceeding Once satisfied move on to the next step 6 Install fixture cable conduit Run 1 inch pipe size Schedule 40 PVC between each base can PVC conduit should fit snugly into the grommets located at each base can conduit hole Complete installation by runningconduit from the last base can in the system to the system controller as specified by the design engineer 7 Install the fixture cables Run fixture power cables through the conduit into each base can one black wire and one white wire If grounding is required by local code run an additional wire green or blue through the conduit to each base can The ground wire can be attached to the base can using the ground strap provided at the bottom inside of each base can Refer to Section 3A 8 Encase the base cans and drainage system in concrete It is recommended that at least 6 inches of concrete be used below the base 9 Backfill the trench with specified material compact and cover per the designer s specifications taking care not to damage conduit or drainage system 10 Remove mounting jig clean out base can and replace protective plywood covers until fixtures are ready for installation 11 Your base cans are shipped with protective plywood covers TSC s Partt BA PLCVR 3 4 After installing fixtures be sure to mark these covers Do Not Disc
6. 2 Activation Device Cabling 3 System Control Connection Please call if you have any questions or concerns about the installation requirements system set up or operation Suggestions for improving our installation manual are welcomed The TSC Technical Support Center can be reached toll free at 1 888 446 9255 Section 1 General Information A Warranty Requirements TSC offers a 5 Year Limited System Warranty on its In Roadway Warning Lighting System the industry s longest warranty In order to qualify for the warranty the following requirements need to be met 1 System must be installed properly Failure to install the system properly may affect the integrity of the system and shorten its life 2 Use only the TSC supplied components shipped with your system This is a matched component system and the use of any other components may affect system performance or damage the system 3 Do not replace High Bright LED Arrays in the field The long life High Bright LED arrays are replaceable only in the factory Factory replacement includes overall fixture inspection replacement of the LED array s replacement of the gaskets and or O Rings validation of seal and LED burn in 4 The TSC system must be registered with TSC using the on line system in order to activate TSC s 5 Year Limited System Warranty The Information required for registration is listed in Appendix C B Installation Precautions and Recommendations 1 Verify
7. A 120V Aux 120V Aux Line Neut sz TB2 TB3 TB4 Configuration 6 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Ped X Pad Activation TB3 12 VDC Primary Output TB4 120 VAC Auxiliary Output 20 Section 3 Electrical System Installation 12 Va 12 Va PB2 12 Vaux E PB1 12 Vaux s z E TB3 Configuration 7 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Ped X Pad Activation TB3 Push button Activation 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs 12 Vac 12 Vac PB2 12 Vaux PB1 12 Vaux 120V Aux 120V Aux Line Neut x x aj z m jz TB3 TB4 Configuration 8 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Ped X Pad Activation TB3 Push button Activation 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs TB4 120 VAC Auxiliary Output 12 Vac 12Va 420V Aux 120V Aux Line Neut JE TB3 TB4 Configuration 9 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Ped X Pad Activation TB3 Push button Activation 12 VDC Primary output TB4 120 VAC Auxiliary Output 21 Section 4 Maintenance A Fixtures Fixtures are made from corrosion resistant anodized aluminum or corrosion resistant stainless steel that can withstand salt and other chemicals Fixtures are rated to withstand static loads up to 44 000 lbs without sustaining permanent deformation or cracking of materials Leads and gaskets are rated to withstand up to 300 degrees F Under normal conditions no maintenance is required except to periodically check the integrity of the drainage system periodic cle
8. Traffic Safety Corporation In Roadway Warning Lighting System Power Adapter Installation and Owner s Manual Parallel Circuit Installation TRAFFIC SAFETY www xwalk com TSC Technical Support Center 888 446 9255 Tel 916 394 9884 Fax 916 394 2809 TSC IM02 Rev B Released 090908 Technical Support Center Reference Information System Controller Part Number Controller Serial Number Fixture Model Number Number of Fixtures Date of Shipment Retain this installation and user manual as a permanent record of your system purchase and as a reference in the event that warranty service is required Register your system on line TSC has provided a convenient and efficient way to register your new system on line at www xwalk com registration Registration is required within 1 Year of the date of shipment to qualify the system for TSC s 5 Year Limited System Warranty By registering your system with TSC you will be recorded as the owner of the system Your registration with TSC Will serve as conformation of your system purchase and qualify your system for TSC s 5 Year Limited System Warranty Provide us with the information required for quick servicing of your requests Help us notify you of enhancements or modifications to your system Copyright O 2007 Traffic Safety Corp All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced scanned or distributed in any printed or ele
9. alled across Typical layouts for the more common installations are shown below Two Lane One Way Two Lane Two Way Two Lane w Turn Lane Four Lane Two Way Section 2 In Roadway Installation A Proper Placement of Fixtures Typical Fixture Layout for Two Lane Road Section 2 In Roadway Installation B Drainage System Requirements The truism that water and electricity don t mix holds for In Roadway lighting Systems Roadway pavement is subject to many sources of moisture The most serious of which is ground water The TSC In roadway lighting system is designed to prevent water and water vapor from making contact with electrical conductors contacts and connections Fixtures used in the TSC system employ seals that prevent moisture from entering the light fixture The connectors used are waterproof and provide connection between the fixture and control system without fear of electrical shorting to ground However water within the base cans left for long periods of time may create problems Standing water in the base can is especially undesirable in colder climates because of damage done when water freezes and expands To prevent problems caused by standing water in the base cans a proper drainage system must be designed and tested prior to the electrical installation of the fixtures and pouring of concrete Failure to install a proper drainage system may result in damage to the system components C Drainage System Desi
10. aning of the lenses and occasional factory replacement of the LED lamp B Base Cans Traffic Safety fixtures are designed for minimum field maintenance If properly installed fixtures should not require any maintenance Fixtures subjected to standing water in the base cans for long periods of time will eventually take in water resulting in an electrical short and damage to the fixture Furthermore standing water in the base can that is subject to cold temperatures may damage the base can fixture and or connectors due to repeated expansion and contraction of the water as it freezes and melts As part of a maintenance program fixtures should be checked every six months to ensure the integrity of the drainage system Any standing water should be removed immediately C Lenses The TS400 TS500 and TS600 series fixtures all feature a self cleaning lens design If the fixtures are installed properly cleaning will not be required for long periods of time If needed lens cleaning can be done periodically using pressure or hand washing D LED Lamp Replacement The long lasting LED arrays have an estimated ten year average life expectancy In order to keep the fixture warranty in effect all LED lamp replacements are serviced at the TSC facility At our facility we complete a comprehensive inspection and evaluation of the fixture replace the LED unit s replace the sealing components gaskets and or O Rings verify the seal and burn in the LED uni
11. ard and save them for future use 11 Section 2 In Roadway Installation Figure 2 Base Can Installation Trench and Fill Option 1 12 1 58 sse 1 58 C TLLCES C baasaacABs oaa 4 faaan AB 252222 iaa aaaahaaadicr x 0 0 Ecc laaaaazassaas CONDUIT ANT a NS ANN 2s 4 X NANY AI INI INI INI n NNNNNN 20 4 024898 8 03 03 05 V NANZNANANN Oe AN S MNANVAESEE NO 3 BRA ITER LARC LA X AN AY ANN DRAIN ROCKA N NS S S E FABRIC ANNANSANNSANNANM SPA ANA at AAA ANA D A M I NN YANN SYN 2 VA 1 Drain rock shall be graded from 1 inch to 4 inch 2 Drain rock shall be encased in a filter fabric material to avoid soil infiltration into the drain rock 3 Recommended depth of drain rock unit varies dependent upon the type of existing soils a Where existing soils are granular and permeable the depth of the drain rock unit can be limited to 1 feet b Where existing soils are fine graded and have low permeability the depth of the drain rock unit should be increased to 3 feet or greater to provide a reservoir for short term retention 4 Concrete shall be 3 8 inch maximum aggregate mix use a minimum of seven sacks of cement per cubic yard of concrete and poured from a height of approximately 5 inches above the can Concrete should only be poured from one side Vibrate or rod concrete to completely fill the area below and on all sides of the base can When concrete is visible on
12. are one before proceeding with the installation If you or the design engineer have any questions about the need for a drainage system we urge you to contact the TSC Technical Support Center toll free at 1 888 446 9255 Section 2 In Roadway Installation D Base Can Installation Core Drill and Saw Cut Figure 1 1 Remove base can covers and store them in a safe location 2 Begin the core drilling typically 12 14 inch diameter and 23 31 inch deep and saw cut process Holes should be drilled at fixture locations Saw cuts should then be made to allow room for the fixture power cables typically 3 2 deep x 2 wide Saw cuts are made parallel to the direction of the pedestrian travel and in line with the centers of the conduit holes 3 In this installation the base can fixture cable conduit holes will not be used with conduit However the fixture cables will pass from the edge of the saw cut into these holes The cables will be held in place and the holes sealed with a sealing compound such as Dollie Duct Seal Compound or equivalent 4 Prepare the drainage system specified by the design engineer With this type of installation it is impractical to install a piped drain system It is recommended that the modified French drain system is utilized Refer to figure 1 5 Install the base can drain fittings provided into each base can drain hole Run 11 2 inch size pipe Schedule 40 PVC into the fittings of the base can Pipe
13. are ready for installation 11 Your base cans are shipped with protective plywood covers TSC s Part BA PLCVR 3 4 After installing fixtures be sure to mark these covers Do Not Discard and save them for future use Section 2 In Roadway Installation Notes 1 2 Figure 1 Base Can Installation Core Drill and Saw Cut 12 1 58 f sse 1 58 CARRY RARER POY AZ Wr VNR ANANAS AAA AA ANANAS KROQ LRRRRRA eee KKK Sf j N NINININI puo 1 v2 PVC ANANN NN N 2 AAA d es ILTER FABRIC 2 7 X wr 4 ri A ZZY NNN RRR ORO VX NJ AM SS NY RR ZA IY N 7 AN SS X y Ze Y Drain rock shall be graded from 1 inch to inch Drain rock shall be encased in a filter fabric material to avoid soil infiltration into the drain rock Recommended depth of drain rock unit varies dependent upon the type of existing soils a Where existing soils are granular and permeable the depth of the drain rock unit can be limited to 1 feet b Where existing soils are fine graded and have low permeability the depth of the drain rock unit should be increased to 3 feet or greater to provide a reservoir for short term retention Concrete shall be 3 8 inch maximum aggregate mix use a minimum of seven sacks of cement per cubic yard of concrete and poured from a height of approximately 5 inches above the can Concrete should only be poured from one side Vibrate or rod
14. bn as s CED Eoo ri H n cos Appendix A Required Information for System Warranty Registration esee B Limited System and Product Warranties uario SEE re Ug E ko ut PER SN YES C Faxture abies KA os oor ns Fea Oe Man ocn fedes medius ecanceead i uites D Core Drill and Saw Cut Installation Pictures eese E Wiring Instructions for Advanced Activation Devices seseeeeeeene Introduction Traffic Safety Corporation s In Roadway Warning Lighting System is one of the most durable and reliable lighting systems ever developed To insure the integrity of the system over its lifetime the system must be properly installed Failure to install the system properly will negatively impact the performance of the system shorten its life and may void the manufacturer s warranty The proper installation and operation of your system is our top priority For that reason this installation manual has been designed to guide you through each of the major steps of the In pavement and electrical installation of the system We recommend that the manual be given to both the design engineer and the installer of your system well in advance of the actual installation The major steps covered in this manual include A In Roadway Installation 1 Placement of Fixtures 2 Drainage System Requirements and Design 3 Base Can Installation B Electrical Installation 1 Fixture Cabling and Connection
15. card A maximum of two push buttons can be connected to an interface card b Push button Stations Basic Model with LEDs All cabling from the Push button Stations is connected to the PA terminal blocks Conductor Jacket Color Function Brown w White Stripe System Activation Orange w Red Stripe System Activation Red w White Stripe LED Power Black w White Stripe LED Return Yellow w White Stripe Not Used Terminal Block Connection PB1 PB2 12 VDC 12 VDC No Connection Direct burial cable 18 AWG stranded wire is recommended c Ped X Pads All cabling from the Ped X Pads is connected to the Ped X Pad loop detector unit located in the PA enclosure Each Pad has two conductors Either conductor may serve as conductor 1 or 2 Ped X Pad PAD A Conductor 1 Loop 1A Conductor 2 Loop 1B PADB Conductor 1 Loop 2A Conductor 2 Loop 2B Function Labeled on Interface Unit Where multiple pads are employed on each side of the crosswalk the Pads on each side are wired in series and then connected to one of the loop detector circuits through a direct burial cable 18 AWG twisted sheilded pair For additional installation details refer to the activation device s installation manul 21 TRAFFIC SAFET Y www xwalk com Traffic Safety Corporation 2708 47th Ave Sacramento CA 95822
16. concrete to completely fill the area below and on all sides of the base can When concrete is visible on the side opposite the side that concrete is being from pouring can commence from alternate locations Abbreviations Asphalt Concrete AC Aggregate Base AB Drawing not to scale 10 Section 2 In Roadway Installation E Base Can Installation Trench and Fill Option 1 Figure 2 1 Remove base can covers and store them in a safe location 2 Begin trenching process After trenching is completed along fixture locations prepare the drainage system as specified by the design engineer Refer to figure 2 3 Install the base can drain fittings provided into each base can drain hole Run 1 1 2 inch size pipe Schedule 40 PVC into the fittings of the base can Pipe length should be cut so that the pipe when positioned over the drain extends approximately 3 to 4 inches into the drain rock 4 Suspend the base cans so they are level with the surface of the pavement Base cans should be oriented so that the fixture optics will be aligned parallel with the traffic lane Use of mounting jigs are recommended for proper alignment of base cans Consult the design plans for the preferred method of base can suspension for your installation 5 Test the drainage system by pouring water into the installed base can at each fixture location Pour enough water to verify that the underlying ground is absorbing the water If the base can is
17. ctronic form without written permission from TSC 2 Table of Contents Introduction uso o Le tete dr e Rec ne ae EE ea v e tid 4 Section 1 General Information A Warranty Requirements RERUM B Installation Precautions ad Recommendations E A EEEE DAMM Dd s 5 C Technical Support Center Contact Information csssseeee e 5 Section 2 In Roadway Installation A Placement o EIXtUFOSSud seo uet areata EE On REPE daba E bed Pda B Drainage System Requirements aee de cadaien een eco o is id ERE RT eas C Drainage System Desion 1 e t GO EN EET on Re UE te I EN ee D Base Can Installation Core Drill and Saw Cut sese E Base Can Installation Trench and Fill Option 1 seseeseeeeeeeenn F Base Can Installation Trench and Fill Option 2 0 2 0 0 ccc cece eee ee ee ee sesers Section 3 Electrical Installation M EPMO CAT EAA be cid umd Uae NES Fixt re Connection ms roenn i e EE T E IR ue E e C eet E Activation Device Cabling sae exe x E IR E AR ERE ANA GRE HE QUIE OR QR eas Power Adapter Connections s ceno ooa d quete OE RD I RR DET t E AREE E neuen Power Adapter Configurations corsa derat op EORR sales van ASINI RET RE EATEN NERA Ee RpdET maawe Section 4 Maintenance Fixture Shell suy sisusse erni a E EE seo uut E E M e E Base Can le Sees basses a aa a a Ned A Bs Da E E S N aaas Pixture L6Be a irte uada di Mesa ee tao et bd a a Tad uh i
18. er Serial Number Fixture Model Number Number of Fixtures Part C Installation Company Information Company Name Contact Name Phone Number Email Address Street Address City State Province Zip Code Part D Site Location Information Date Installed Street Address City State Province Zip Code 23 Appendix B Limited Svstem and Product Warranties TSC supplies fully integrated and factory tested in roadway warning lighting systems TSC s systems are backed by a 5 year limited system warranty on all core components of the system purchased from and integrated by TSC Core components are defined as the system controller fixtures base cans fixture connectors LED signs and activation devices that are set forth in the TSC Price Book The warranty excludes any components not purchased from TSC including but not limited to signs beacons lamps batteries solar panels and activation devices To avoid invalidating the TSC 5 year limited system warranty all components of the system connected to the system controller must be listed on the Submittal Form and be approved by TSC for connection to the system controller Adding components not listed on the Submittal Form voids the 5 year system warranty and the 1 year product warranty on the system controller System components that are integrated into the system but not purchased from TSC are excluded from the 5 year system warranty and 1 year product warranty Core components covered b
19. gn A number of drainage system designs may be used to provide proper drainage for the TSC In roadway warning light system Two types of drainage systems are typically used in the installation of the system e Modified French Drain This drain typically consists of a1 1 2 inch diameter PVC pipe discharging into a drain rock section which is installed directly under the drain hole of the base can See Figures 1 amp 2 e Piped Drain This drain provides positive drainage from each base can through a pipe system that carries any water that gets into the system off the edge of the street where it will drain into an open ditch storm drain system or other drainage facilities that are available See Figure 3 If no existing drains are available then an excavation can be made at the outside of the street section and this excavation filled with drain rock This will serve as a retention area for water produced in the system and an area to allow for percolation of this water into the surrounding ground Because local codes soil conditions and weather conditions are unique to each location TSC will not specify a drainage system for a specific installation The typical installations described in the following pages are provided as general guidelines and may not apply at your site location Refer to the Design Engineer s drawing for the drainage system specified for your specific installation If one has not been prepared ask the Design Engineer to prep
20. he desired activation period 1 99 seconds 14 Test the system timing by triggering each activation device and monitoring the flashing fixtures for the programmed activation period 18 Section 3 Electrical System Installation E Power Adapter PA Configurations 12 Vac z 12 Vac PB2 12 Vaux PB1 12 Vaux s ERE TB2 Configuration 1 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Push button Activation 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs 12 Vac 12 Va PB2 12 Vaux PB1 12 Vaux 120V Aux 120V Aux Line Neut x x a mz TB2 TB3 Configuration 2 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Push button Activation 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs TB3 120 VAC Auxiliary Output PB2 12 Vac PBT 12Va 420V Aux 120V Aux Line Neut TB2 TB3 Configuration 3 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Push button Activation 12 VDC Primary Output TB3 120 VAC Auxiliary Output 19 Section 3 Electrical System Installation 12 Vaux iad 12 Vaux TB3 Configuration 4 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Ped X Pad Activation TB3 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs 12 Vac 12 Vaux x 12 Va 12 Vaux Loop 1B AC Line AC Neut Loop 1A Loop 2B Loop 2A 120V Aux 120V Aux Line Neut TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 Configuration 5 TB1 120 VAC Input TB2 Ped X Pad Activation TB3 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs TB4 120 VAC Auxiliary Output 12 Vac 12 Vac Loop 1B Loop 2B Loop 2
21. length should be cut so that the pipe when positioned over the drain extends approximately 3 to 4 inches into the drain rock 6 Suspend the base cans so they are level with the surface of the pavement Base cans should be oriented so that the fixture optics will be aligned parallel with the traffic lane Use of mounting jigs is recommended for proper alignment of base cans Consult the design plans for the preferred method of base can suspension for your installation 7 Test the drainage system by pouring water into the installed base can at each fixture location Pour enough water to verify that the underlying ground is absorbing the water If the base can is not draining properly modifications to the drainage system will be necessary In this case consult with your design engineer before proceeding Once satisfied move on to the next step 8 Install the fixture cables Run fixture power cables to each base can one black wire and one white wire to each can If grounding is required by local code run an additional wire green or blue to each base can The ground wire can be attached to the base can using the ground strap provided at the bottom inside of each base can 9 Encase the base cans and drainage system in concrete It is recommended that at least 6 inches of concrete be used below the base Fill saw cuts with Traffic Loop Sealant or equivalent 10 Remove mounting jig clean out base can and replace protective plywood covers until
22. ller output connector terminals After the fixture socket pigtails are spliced onto the cabling inside of each base can and the cabling comin from the fixture sockets is routed to the controller location perform the following steps 1 Connect one side of an ohm meter to the white wire located at the base of the controller enclosure This connection will remain in place until the test is completed The wire used for this connection must be long enough to reach all of the fixture locations base cans 2 Starting from the base can located closest to the controller connect the other probe of the ohm meter to the contact point of the fixture socket with the largest inside diameter A low resistance reading indicates a correctly wired fixture socket If a high resistance reading is indicated megohms the wiring in the fixture socket is incorrect and needs to be reversed or the wiring between the fixture socket and controller location is open To determine which is the case connect the ohm meter probe to the contact point of the fixture socket with the smallest inside diameter A low reading confirms that the socket wiring needs to be reversed In this case reverse the wiring connections in the socket at the pigtail splice point A high reading indicates that the wiring is open between the controller and the fixture socket In this case the cabling between the two points Controller and base can or between the last base can and the current base can may
23. odifications to the drainage system will be necessary In this case consult with your design engineer before proceeding Once satisfied move on to the next step 6 Install fixture cable conduit Run 1 inch pipe size Schedule 40 PVC between each base can PVC conduit should fit snugly into the grommets located at each base can conduit hole Complete installation by running conduit from the last base can in the system to the system controller as specified by the design engineer 7 Install the fixture cables Run fixture power cables through the conduit into each base can one black wire and one white wire If grounding is required by local code run an additional wire green or blue through the conduit to each base can The ground wire can be attached to the base can using the ground strap provided at the bottom inside of each base can Refer to Section 3A for details before proceeding 8 Encase the base cans and drainage system in concrete It is recommended that at least 6 inches of concrete be used below the base 9 Backfill the trench with specified material compact and cover per the designer s specifications taking care not to damage conduit or drainage system 10 Remove mounting jig clean out base can and replace protective plywood covers until fixtures are ready for installation 11 Your base cans are shipped with protective plywood covers TSC s Partt BA PLCVR 3 4 After installing fixtures be sure to mark these covers Do Not
24. r Accessary socket Each fixture is tested by inserting its connector into the fixture socket B Fixture Connections Test each fixture using the fixture test cable supplied before inserting fixture into socket Using electrician s tape make three wraps around the pigtail connector and fixture plug Prior to bolting down the fixtures coat the mounting flange of each base can with a marine grade anti seize grease like Corrosion Block or equivalent Apply a marine grade anti seize grease to the treads of the bolts that hold down the fixture Bolt the fixtures to the base cans using the stainless steel bolts provided 15 Section 3 Electrical System Installation C Activation Device Cabling Follow separate installation instructions provide by TSC to connect activation device s provided with the system D Power Adapter Connection If your system shipped with a controller other than the PA refer to its installation manual otherwise use the installation instructions for the PA provided in this section Refer to the TSC wiring diagram provided with your system Directions for installation are provide below Typical terminal configurations are shown in part E of this section Locate your configuration and refer to it during the installation of the PA If your system contains a push button station with the Talking Option refer to the special installation instructions provided with your system Interval Timer Fla
25. sher Circuit Breaker PS2 Power Supply PS1 Power Supply TB3 TB1 Terminal Terminal Block Block TB2 Ground Terminal Post Block Configuration 7 12 VDC Primary and Auxiliary Outputs Push Button and Ped X Pad Activation 16 Section 3 Electrical System Installation l 2 Mount power adapter in its proper location as specified in the design plans Make sure that the devices provided are rated for the output voltage level of the power adapter Caution Devices are specifically matched to the output voltage level of the control system Use of any other type or quantity of fixtures may damage the power adapter fixtures or both Set the circuit breaker to OFF position Caution Always ensure the system circuit breaker is in the OFF position before servicing the system wiring Connect green or blue ground wire to system grounding post as required by local code To provide maximum protection from surges ensure that the system ground rod is tested and provides less than 25 ohms to ground resistance Connect the power adapter to power source at the 120 VAC Input terminals Black wire to Line terminal and White wire to Neutral terminal Connect the IRWL parallel circuit wiring to 12 24 VDC Output terminals with White wire to 12 24 VDC and Black wire to 12 24 VDC Note Red wire may be substituted for White wire in DC circuits to reduce confusion between AC and DC circuits Red wire is
26. t s A process is in place to make the lamp replacement easy for our customers Once a request is received a refurbished replacement fixture is immediately sent out with a return tag When the customer s fixture is received it will be evaluated If repairs are covered by the warranty the customer will receive a full credit for the fixture If repairs are not covered by the warranty or the fixture is out of warranty the customer will be credited for the return minus the cost of the replacement service 22 Appendix A Required Information for System Warranty Registration Traffic Safety is proud to offer the longest warranty coverage in our industry In order to offer this level of protection Traffic Safety works closely with dealers customers and installers to ensure that your quality TSC system is installed in a manner that will ensure a long trouble free life To assist TSC in this process system registration is required The information below is required for on line registration and activation of TSC s 5 Year Limited System Warranty After filling out the information on the form go to www xwalk com registration to complete the registration process Be sure to print a copy of your registration conformation for your records Part A Owner Information Company Organization Contact Name Phone Number Email Address Street Address City State Province Zip Code Part B System Information Date Shipped Controller Part Number Controll
27. that the drainage system is working properly by pouring water into the installed base can of each fixture and checking that the underlying drainage is absorbing the water This should be done after the core drilling or trenching but before the fixture is installed and the concrete is poured The water absorption test is done prior to pouring concrete so that if the drainage system is not performing properly it can be repaired without having to remove and then re pour the concrete 2 Base cans are shipped with a protective plywood cover TSC s Part BA PLCVR 3 4 The cover is used to protect the flange ring and keep debris out of the base can during installation whenever the fixtures need to be removed for routine maintenance during road resurfacing or during fixture shipment After installation fixture covers should be marked DO NOT DISCARD and stored in a safe location until needed C Technical Support Center Contact Information If You Have Any Questions or Concerns Call TSC Technical Support Center Before Proceeding Open M F 8 00 am to 5 00 pm PST Call Toll Free 1 888 446 9255 Section 2 In Roadway Installation A Placement of Fixtures Refer to the design engineer s drawings for recommended placement of fixtures Orient the base cans so that the conduit runs parallel to the direction of on coming traffic Many possible fixture configurations are possible depending on the type of road that the crosswalk is being inst
28. the side opposite the side that concrete is being from pouring can commence from alternate locations 5 Abbreviations Asphalt Concrete AC Aggregate Base AB 6 Drawing not to scale 12 Section 2 In Roadway Installation F Base Can Installation Trench and Fill Option 2 Figure 3 1 Remove base can covers and store them in a safe location 2 Begin trenching process After trenching is completed along fixture locations prepare the drainage system as specified by the design engineer Refer to Figure 3 3 Install the base can drain fittings provided into each base can drain hole Suspend the base cans so that they are level with the surface of the pavement and aligned parallel with the traffic lane Use of mounting jigs is recommended for proper alignment of base cans Consult the design plans preferred method of base can suspension for your installation 4 Install drain conduit Run 1 1 2 Schedule 40 PVC from each base can fitting into the proper coupling right angle bend T adapter etc Connect all couplings together using the proper length PVC pipe Run the end of the drain conduit into the drainage system ditch or leaching pit The drainage conduit pipe should have a slight negative slope 5 Test the drainage system by pouring water into the installed base can at each fixture location Pour enough water to verify that the drainage system is absorbing the water If the base can is not draining properly m
29. y the system warranty are warranted to be free of material defects for a period of five years from the date of shipment For all products manufactured by TSC but not purchased as part of a complete system TSC provides a 1 year limited product warranty which warrants them to be free of material defects for a period of one year from the date of shipment TSC makes no warranties express or implied other than those stated herein For example TSC does not warranty the workmanship of the installer damage caused by acts of nature vandalism improper installation improper maintenance or abuse TSC is not an engineering firm and makes no expressed or implied warranty as to the applicability of its products or systems in any specific situation application or location such decisions are the responsibility of the owner design engineer and or others Therefore as to all goods sold by TSC TSC hereby disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability or implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose and Buyer agrees that TSC shall not be liable for any special indirect incidental consequential or liquidated damages of any kind whether the Buyer s or any other claim is based upon contract tort or any other legal theory Appendix C Fixture Cabing Test Note The Fixture Cabling Test must be performed before 1 Any of the fixture plugs are plugged into fixture socket s and 2 The cabling coming from the fixture sockets is connected to the contro
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