Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) Aeroflash Signal

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Q.	What gauge wire should I use to run out to the power supply to the switch?
A.	You should use 18 gauge wire.
Q.	What kind of cable should I use if the power supply is going to be placed in the fuselage?
A.	You should use 18 gauge shielded cable.
Q.	Size breaker on a 152-0007?
A.	If the power supply is wired separately you should use a 2 amp breaker. If the power supply is wired together you should use a 5 amp breaker.
Q.	Size breaker on a 152-0010?
A.	If the power supply is wired separately you should use a 1.5 amp breaker. If the power supply is wired together you should use a 3 amp breaker.
Q.	Size breaker on a 152-0011?
A.	If the power supply is wired separately you should use a 2.7 amp breaker. If the power supply is wired together you should use a 6 amp breaker.
Q.	Can you use a different lamp manufacturer with an Aeroflash power supply or vice versa?
A.	We do not recommend this procedure for it may damage the lamp or power supply.
Q.	Power supply charges but no light output, how do I check unit?
A.	With a volt meter, take the ground lead from the meter to the ground of the unit and take red lead from meter to the 3 pin nylon connector to pin #1. You will see a key which should read 350v to 450v output, pin #2 should read 0v output, and pin #3 should read 150v to 175v output.
Q.	Do I need a dummy load resistor to a beacon flasher?
A.	This load resistor is needed for the single light load and also for the longevity of lamp and flasher.

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