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Tesla

 TI2500 GPU-24 

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 TI2500 GPU-24

Page 1: ...TI2500 GPU 24 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: ...sembled for any reason Always protect the unit from short circuit Shipping Hazards The unit contains sealed dry cell rechargeable batteries that do not pose a shipping hazard 09 23 20 All Ground Power...

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: ...kers 9 2 9 AC Input Connector 9 2 10 Changing Input Voltage Selector Switch 10 2 11 DC Output Connectors 10 2 12 Push to Test button and LED Status Indicator 11 Section 3 Operating Procedures 12 3 1 O...

Page 6: ...3 Basic Troubleshooting 29 30 Section 7 Performance Data 31 7 1 Purpose 31 7 2 General 31 7 3 Data Basis 31 7 4 Specific Conditions 31 7 5 General Conditions 31 7 6 Temperature Conversion Chart 32 7...

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: ...esting The observance of procedures limitations and performance criteria ensures peak operating efficiency and maximizes operational capabilities and life of the TI2500 GPU 24 This manual contains the...

Page 12: ...ctors 3 Provides 24 Vdc to 28 5 Vdc 25 A 50 A possible when using Y cable connector TI2000 071 Telescopic Handle 4 Allows for easy transport of unit Vdc Capacity Meters 5 Indicates the battery charge...

Page 13: ...argeable battery power without ac from each connector Recharge Rate From Full Discharge 115 minutes 25 C AC Input Operates and charges from Single Phase 100 260 Vac 50 60 Hz 10 amps 120 Vac 5 amps 240...

Page 14: ...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 In more extreme...

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: ...Reset breaker s by pressing red button s 3 Reconnect ac and 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...

Page 17: ...get one output capable of 50 amps of continuous dc power and 92 amp hours of rechargeable battery power Figure 2 11 1 24 Vdc Output Connectors outlined in blue 2 10 Changing Input Voltage Selector Sw...

Page 18: ...hout 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 graph should light up indicating the status of the...

Page 19: ...00 3000 peak starting amps 80 100 charged unit NOTE When not in use the unit should always remain plugged into a suitable ac power source to ensure operational readiness at all times NOTE If current d...

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: ...istortion 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 Checking DC Voltage at DC Output Receptacl...

Page 23: ...e to the DC negative post Multim eter should read greater than 10 M 4 Move the positive probe to the fastener screw on the DC Re ceptacle Multimeter should read less than 1 2 Place the positive probe...

Page 24: ...e 2 Make sure that airflow is not obstructed from air intake and outlet See Section 2 6 3 Check that all connections are secure and free from water 4 Figure 3 9 1 TI2500 GPU 24 3 10 Transporting Unit...

Page 25: ...eptacle Push forward while rotating the T handle one full turn clockwise Ensure dc power cable plug is fully seated into the GPU s DC Battery Receptacle The unit is now ready to safely transfer power...

Page 26: ...he cable that connects to the far side of the craft is approximately 26 feet Figure 3 11 5 TI2500 GPU 24 and AH 1W Engine Starting Prior to engine start ensure power cell charge is sufficient to provi...

Page 27: ...aws between zero and 2 000 The DVAM 31000A indicates the aircraft or vehicle s current demand Integrated with the Tesla Turbo Start GPU power supply the DVAM is a valuable tool for troubleshooting and...

Page 28: ...lly charged the LED status will read half or no charge Plug the TI2500 GPU 24 into ac power to keep the cells charged whenever it is not in use even if it is at Full Charge The unit will not overcharg...

Page 29: ...ltiple vehicles without reconnecting to ac power if the GPU is allowed to backcharge for approximately 30 seconds NOTE Plug the TI2500 GPU 24 into ac power to keep the cells charged whenever it is not...

Page 30: ...amaged if recharged by NiCad or Lead Acid type battery chargers Power cells should only be charged by either the TI2500 GPU 24 s internal charger and the ac power cord furnished with the equipment or...

Page 31: ...amage the unit Do not use any type of ac voltage converter Section 5 Unit Care and Maintenance 5 1 Unit Care Avoid Prolonged Exposure to Extremely Damp Environments If the unit has come into contact w...

Page 32: ...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 INCORPORATED 101 CENTER...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...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 cord A Check if li...

Page 37: ...t out 28 5 volts dc power Unit is not plugged in A Plug unit into ac power source to A maintain 28 5 Stand alone Vdc is 24 Volts B unplugged 9 Unit stand alone voltage is less than 23 volts Cells disc...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...50 60 TI2500 Output Voltage MINUTES 46 AMP CONSTANT CURRENT LOAD 0 0 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100 3000 2700 2400 5 10 15 20 25 30 25 C Temp 29 C Temp Calculations based on actual test data at Pratt...

Page 41: ...e Cover Protects unit from moisture sand and other damaging elements TI7000 026 Length 41 31 1049 3 mm Width 23 37 593 60 mm Height 19 62 498 35 mm Weight 73 lbs 33 11 kg TI2000 071 TI7000 142 8 3 Opt...

Page 42: ...bout our selection of cables Regular Line Cords TI25000 001 North American Line Cord TI25000 002 Italian Line Cord TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord TI25000 004 Old British Line Cord TI25000...

Page 43: ...ions up to 3000 amps even in the harshest conditions A rugged combination of advanced composite materials and corrosion resistant alloys make each plug maximized for durability and connectivity To ext...

Page 44: ...n Line Cord Burma Now Myanmar 230 50 TI25000 005 United Kingdom Line Cord Burundi 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Cambodia 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Cameroon...

Page 45: ...Guadeloupe 220 50 TI25000 003 Continental European Line Cord Guam 110 120 60 TI25000 001 North American Line Cord Guatemala 120 60 TI25000 001 North American Line Cord Guinea 220 50 TI25000 003 Conti...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...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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