Boeing SPECTROLAB SX-16 Nightsun User Manual

SX-16 Nightsun® Searchlight
Safety and Service Bulletin # SL 0898-02
Issue Date: 09/25/98
Amended Date: 02/09/06
Subject: SX-16 Nightsun® Junction Box Wiring Modification
Affected Products:
All SX-16 Nightsun® Searchlight Junction Boxes manufactured through August 4
th
, 1998.
The Junction Box is the power distribution box for Nightsun® Searchlight systems.
Dear Nightsun® Searchlight Product User:
Certain electrical connections in the SX-16 Junction Boxes may not have sufficient mechanical
strength to remain tight and sustain reliable electrical connections. This may cause your
Nightsun® searchlight system to malfunction.
Electrical connections that become loose or corroded can create smoke and /or cause circuit
breakers to “open” unexpectedly.
WARNING: TO AVOID A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION
WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE, ENSURE THAT THE JUNCTION BOX WIRING IS MODIFIED
AS DESCRIBED IN THIS BULLETIN.
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Boeing SPECTROLAB SX-16 Nightsun Specifications

General

Brand	Boeing
Model	SPECTROLAB SX-16 Nightsun
Category	Flood Light
Language	English

Summary

SX-16 Nightsun® Searchlight Safety Bulletin

Junction Box Wiring Modification Subject

Details the subject of the wiring modification bulletin.

Affected SX-16 Searchlight Products

Specifies the range of SX-16 units impacted by the bulletin.

Critical Safety Warning for Users

Emphasizes potential hazards and requires immediate user action.

Recommended Service Procedure

Instructs users on the necessary service procedure to address the issue.

SX-16 Junction Box Installation Wiring Instructions

Applicability and Effective Date

Defines the scope and conditions for these wiring instructions.

Scope of Wiring Instructions

Outlines the applicability and scope of the wiring installation.

Introduction to Wiring Changes

Explains the reasons and purpose behind the wiring modifications.

Installer's Responsibilities

Defines the duties of the personnel performing the wiring installation.

Related Reference Documents

Lists technical documentation relevant to the wiring process.

Warning: High Voltage Hazards

Alerts users to critical high voltage hazards during installation.

Control Box Cable Installation

Step-by-step guide for connecting the control box cable.

Junction Box to Searchlight Cable Connection

Details connecting the searchlight power cable to the junction box.

Gimbal Cable Installation Procedure

Instructions for connecting an optional gimbal cable.

Warning: Hazardous Voltages

Alerts users to high voltage hazards during aircraft power connection.

Connecting Aircraft Input Power

Details connecting aircraft input power to the junction box.

Verification and Functional Testing

Outlines post-wiring checks and operational tests.

Testing Safety Warnings

Alerts to hazards from voltages and the light beam during testing.

Infrared Light Beam Hazard Warning

Warns about the invisible infrared light beam hazard during operation.