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Tesla

 TI1500 GPU-12 

User Manual

Built Smart...Proven Tough

Power Anytime, Anywhere

Tesla Industries, Inc.

101 Centerpoint Blvd.

New Castle, DE 19720

(302) 324-8910 Phone

(302) 324-8912 Fax

www.teslaind.com 

www.tesla1.com

Summary of Contents for TI1500 GPU-12

Page 1: ...TI1500 GPU 12 User Manual Built Smart Proven Tough Power Anytime Anywhere Tesla Industries Inc 101 Centerpoint Blvd New Castle DE 19720 302 324 8910 Phone 302 324 8912 Fax www teslaind com www tesla1...

Page 2: ...sassembled for any reason Always protect the unit from short circuit Shipping Hazards The TI1500 GPU 12 contains sealed dry cell rechargeable batteries that do not pose a shipping hazard 09 22 20 All...

Page 3: ...oors or in a well ventilated area Causes damage to central nervous system blood and Contact with internal components may cause irritation or severe burns Avoid contact with internal acid kidneys throu...

Page 4: ...bicarbonate lime etc Wear acid resistant clothing boots gloves and face shield Do not allow discharge of unneutralized acid to sewer Acid must be managed in accordance with local state and federal req...

Page 5: ...g Positions 8 2 8 AC Input Circuit Breaker 9 2 9 12 Volt Output Connector 9 2 10 Input Voltage Selector Switch 10 2 11 Push to Test Button and LED Status Indicator 11 Section 3 Operating Procedures 12...

Page 6: ...c Usage Operation Questions 27 6 3 Basic Troubleshooting 28 29 Section 7 Performance Data 30 7 1 Purpose 30 7 2 General 30 7 3 Data Basis 30 7 4 Specific Conditions 30 7 5 General Conditions 30 7 6 Te...

Page 7: ...heit dc Direct Current EFF Efficiency ft Feet FWD Forward GPU Ground Power Unit Hr Hour Hz Hertz kg Kilograms kHz Kilohertz kW Kilowatts LED Light Emitting Diode max Maximum M megaohm min Minimum MPU...

Page 8: ...WARNING Indicates a condition operating procedure or practice which if not adhered to could result in serious injury or death CAUTION Indicates a condition or operating procedure which if not strictl...

Page 9: ...r user or the unit is wet while the unit is connected to a power source If the unit has come into contact with water disconnect ac power from the ac source If AC Input Circuit Breaker has tripped due...

Page 10: ...ated during any fuel handling operation Power output is restricted to dc power only 1 5 Extreme Environments CAUTION Unit Damage Potential The unit s charger temperature switch automatically disables...

Page 11: ...imitations and performance criteria ensures peak operating efficiency and maximizes operational capabilities and life of the TI1500 GPU 12 This manual contains the complete operating instructions and...

Page 12: ...e power output status Air Intake Ports 4 Provide airflow for cooling internal electronics Carrying Handle 5 Allows for easy transport of unit AC Input Circuit Breaker 6 Trips if over current fault con...

Page 13: ...Vdc when plugged into ac power 43 amp hours 797 watt hours with 100 260 Vac power 23 amp hours 512 watt hours of rechargeable battery power without 100 260 Vac Rechargeable Rate 74 minutes from full d...

Page 14: ...to ac power the internal cooling system will efficiently regulate unit temperature regardless of load At room temperature 77 F the exhaust air will not exceed the ambient temperature by more than 5 F...

Page 15: ...in both the horizontal Figure 2 7 1 and vertical Figure 2 7 2 positions as shown Make sure that the airflow is not obstructed from air intake Figure 2 7 3 and outlet Figure 2 7 4 Figure 2 7 1 Vertical...

Page 16: ...d dc connections to the unit Plug in ac line cord on military unit 4 The unit should power up automatically If the breaker continues to trip return the unit to Tesla 5 Industries for repair Figure 2 8...

Page 17: ...tch to read 230V see figure 2 10 3 2 Rotate cover back into place Replace and tighten screw 3 Figure 2 10 2 Unscrew Protective Cover Figure 2 10 3 Select Voltage 2 10 Input Voltage Selector Switch The...

Page 18: ...to Test button This ensures a correct reading Without ac power input or dc power output simply press the Push to Test button on the faceplate 2 and hold for approximately 2 to 3 seconds The LED bar g...

Page 19: ...onsideration must be given to changes in performance resulting from variations in ambient temperature mode of operation state of charge with or without ac power and aircraft dc bus system inefficiency...

Page 20: ...e the unit into a cooler climate such as shade or air conditioning when possible Perform a full function test prior to use after the unit has been allowed to cool 3 6 Temperature Specifications Cold H...

Page 21: ...intensity in excess of 0 30 inch 0 76 cm or continuously between 0 30 and 0 10 inch per hour OK OPERATION NOT RECOMMENDED Light rain drizzle or sleet Precipitation falling on a continuous basis betwe...

Page 22: ...on or misalignment and cracked or loose connec tors If no damage is evident proceed to the next step If damage is evident contact Tesla Industries Inc Check DC Voltage Reading at DC Receptacle Termina...

Page 23: ...positive probe to the fas tener screw on the dc Receptacle Multimeter should read less than 1 2 Place the positive probe to the fastener screw on the dc recep tacle Move the negative probe to the dc...

Page 24: ...are secure and free from water 4 Figure 3 9 1 TI1500 GPU 12 3 10 Transporting Unit The TI1500 GPU 12 can be carried for short distances by hand but if the area of operation is further then 45 meters 1...

Page 25: ...25 Vdc only one GREEN LED status indicator bar will illuminate If aircraft power demand exceeds 20 amps converter voltage output will decrease and two or more LED status indicator bars will illuminat...

Page 26: ...ct installation prior to engine starting Follow ground power engine starting procedure as specified in vehicle operator s manual Removing DC Power Supply From Vehicle Remove dc power cable connector f...

Page 27: ...ket to charge the batteries Until the unit is fully charged the LED status will read half or no charge Plug the TI1500 GPU 12 into AC power to keep the cells charged whenever it is not in use even if...

Page 28: ...s feature will enable you to start multiple vehicles without reconnecting to ac power if the GPU is allowed to backcharge for approximately 30 seconds NOTE Plug the TI1500 GPU 12 into ac power to keep...

Page 29: ...aged if recharged by NiCad or Lithium Ion battery chargers Power cells should only be charged by either the TI1500 GPU 12 s internal charger and the ac power cord furnished with the equipment or when...

Page 30: ...cloth to remove dust dirt etc Protect Cables from Damage Do not cut crush or drag the input or output power cables when handling the unit Always inspect cables prior to use If no damage is evident pro...

Page 31: ...ir Request Form Seal the crate on all sides and return it to Tesla at the address listed below Please contact Tesla Customer Service at 302 324 8910 with any questions or concerns TESLA INDUSTRIES INC...

Page 32: ...rt aboard your aircraft You may take the Turbo Start anywhere you travel ensuring that you will always have power 4 How much power will my Turbo Start provide Depending on the system the Turbo Start w...

Page 33: ...et my Turbo Start serviced Contact Tesla We can be reached at 302 324 8910 Ask for customer service You can also email us at tesla1 teslaind com Once we receive the unit at our facility we will examin...

Page 34: ...ays running when I am plugged into ac power Constant cooling fan operation ensures proper and consistent ventilation of the unit 6 Why does the cooling fan slow down Cooling fan rpm varies for better...

Page 35: ...outlet AC line cord is damaged or bad A Is ac line cord fully plugged into unit B and wall outlet AC circuit breaker has been tripped C No ac power at outlet D Do a continuity test on the ac line cor...

Page 36: ...ice at 302 324 8910 8 Unit does not put out 14 25 volts DC power Unit is not plugged in A Plug unit into AC power source to A maintain 14 25 Stand alone Vdc is 12 Volts unplugged B 9 Unit stand alone...

Page 37: ...e chart under DATA BASIS The applicable report and date of the data are also given The data provided generally are based on one of three categories Derived From Actual Controlled Testing Controlled te...

Page 38: ...8 13 0 8 6 20 0 68 0 53 0 127 4 45 0 49 0 12 0 10 4 21 0 69 8 54 0 129 2 44 0 47 2 11 0 12 2 22 0 71 6 55 0 131 0 43 0 45 4 10 0 14 0 23 0 73 4 56 0 132 8 42 0 43 6 9 0 15 8 24 0 75 2 57 0 134 6 41 0...

Page 39: ...ion based on actual test data at Pratt Whitmey on 30 March 1992 SECONDS 1500 1350 1200 1050 900 750 600 450 150 300 0 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 29 C Temp 25 C Temp TI1500 Maximum Output Current TI1500 Output...

Page 40: ...ontact Tesla Customer Service to find out more about our selection of cables Regular Line Cords TI25000 001 North American Line Cord TI25000 002 Italian Line Cord TI25000 003 Continental European Line...

Page 41: ...ement Contacts and Tools Cobra DC Plugs provide reliable high power connections up to 3000 amps even in the harshest conditions A rugged combination of advanced composite materials and corrosion resis...

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Page 44: ...Line Cord Montseurrat 230 60 TI25000 005 United Kingdom Line Cord Morocco 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Mozambique 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Namibia W S Afr...

Page 45: ...00 004 Old British Line Cord Sweden 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Switzerland 220 50 TI25000 006 Switzerland Line Cord Syria 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Tahit...

Page 46: ...00 19 AND MUST BE ORDERED WITH THE ORIGINAL PROCUREMENT OF UNIT S UNIT S MAY BE RETURNED TO TESLA INDUSTRIES FOR A NOMINAL COST AND MODIFIED TO ALLOW OPERATION WITH THE UNIVERSAL AC LINE CORD KIT TESL...

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