NOTES:

1. A transformer base is required for both conventionally-powered 7. Meet the requirements of Specifications 646 for aluminum poles
and solar-powered applications (conventional power shown). and transformer bases.

2. Install the RRFB in pairs, one on either side of approach traffic. 8. Install a concrete slab around all pull boxes. The minimum slab
dimension is 4'-0" by 4'-0". In urban areas where space is
3. Install controller on the backside of post from approach traffic. limited slab dimensions may be adjusted as shown in the Plans.

4. Install a 30" X 30" W11-2 sign on two-lane roadways and a
36" X 36" W11-2 sign for multilane roadways.
5. Install push button and R10-25 sign in accordance with Index 665-001.
6. Engage all threads on the transformer base and post unless the
aluminum post is fully seated into base.
9. For assemblies connected to conventional power, provide single
pole non-fused watertight breakaway electrical connectors
Sign
in the frangible transformer base.
10. When wire entry holes are drilled in the sign column, use a
bushing or rubber grommet to protect conductors.
Rectangular Rapid

1"
Flashing Beacon
11. For solar-powered applications, orient solar panel to face South
for optimal exposure to sunlight.

2"
1
4
Solar Panel (Optional)

1"
-0"
1'
-0"

Solar Panel (Optional) W16-7P Sign

1'

Solar Battery Compartment

Varies

(If Installed) and Controller

W11-2 Sign (See Note 5)

3"

DETAIL "A"

Back to Back Signs Shown

for Clarity of Installation.
Refer to Plans for Where
Back to Back is Required.

See DETAIL "A"

Rectangular Rapid
Flashing Beacon

Nominal 4" (Sch. 40) Aluminum Breakaway Electrical Connectors

W16-7P Sign

Transformer Base
Strain Relief Fitting

#6 TW Green Ground Wire

#6 TW Green Ground Wire

Concrete Apron (Typ.)

3 " X 18" Anchor Bolts Pull Box
4
Finished Grade

R10-25 Sign
PUSH
BUTTON TO
TURN ON Push Button
-0"

WARNING
LIGHTS

Strain Circuit Conductors

7'

Relief in Schedule 40 PVC

Fittings Conduit. Circuit
Nominal 4" (Sch. 40) Aluminum
Conductors and Conduit

Footing Depth
Size as Shown in Plans.
(Typical)

-0"
Transformer Base and Foundation (See Detail "B"

4'
for Conventionally-Powered Applications)
Approach Traffic 12" Bed of Pearock or
Crushed Stone For Drainage.

To Power Service Point

U.L. Approved Ground Rod

5 " Diameter 20' Long Copper
8
20 PM

Clad with Approved Ground

2'-0" Dia. Connection (At all Pull Boxes)
34:
12:

POLE WIRING AND FOOTING DETAIL

10/18/2018

FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW DETAIL "B"

REVISIO N

LAST DESCRIPTION:
FY 2019-20 INDEX SHEET
REVISION
RECTANGULAR RAPID FLASHING BEACON ASSEMBLY
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