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User Manual

Built Smart...Proven Tough

Power Anytime, Anywhere

Tesla

 TI3000 GPU-24 UAV 

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 TI3000 GPU-24 UAV

Page 1: ...nual Built Smart Proven Tough Power Anytime Anywhere Tesla TI3000 GPU 24 UAV Tesla Industries Inc 101 Centerpoint Blvd New Castle DE 19720 302 324 8910 Phone 302 324 8912 Fax www teslaind com www tesl...

Page 2: ...pened or disassembled 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 Al...

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: ...ensions 6 2 6 Airflow Ports 6 2 7 Operating Position 7 2 8 AC Input Circuit Breakers 8 2 9 24 Vdc Output Connector 8 2 10 Push to Test Button and LED Status Indicator 9 Section 3 Operating Procedures...

Page 6: ...y Asked Questions 22 23 6 2 Basic Usage Operation Questions 24 6 3 Basic Troubleshooting 25 26 Section 7 Performance Data 27 7 1 Purpose 27 7 2 General 27 7 3 Data Basis 27 7 4 Specific Conditions 27...

Page 7: ...enheit 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 MP...

Page 8: ...rd 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 stric...

Page 9: ...per Ground Adapter with Grounding Mechanism Secured to Outlet Figure 1 3 3 Improper Ground Plug with No Grounding Pin The use of unapproved ac power will damage the unit Check the Input Voltage Select...

Page 10: ...e of procedures limitations and performance criteria ensures peak operating efficiency and maximizes operational capabilities and life of the TI3000 GPU 24 UAV This manual contains the complete operat...

Page 11: ...acity Meter 3 Indicates the 24V battery charge state power output status Air Intake Ports 4 Provide airflow for cooling internal electronics AC Input Circuit Breaker 5 Trips if over current fault cond...

Page 12: ...dc 1525 Watts when plugged into ac power 96 amp hours 2449 watt hours with 100 260 Vac power 46 amp hours 1024 watt hours of rechargeable battery power without 100 260 Vac Recharge Rate 60 minutes fro...

Page 13: ...100 260 Vac 50 60 Hz 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 temperatur...

Page 14: ...ted 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 2 Vert...

Page 15: ...tput Connector 2 8 AC Input Circuit Breaker The ac input circuit breaker is located above the AC Input Connector When the circuit breaker has been tripped the red button will pop out In the event that...

Page 16: ...sures 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 graph should light up in...

Page 17: ...t Consideration 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 inefficie...

Page 18: ...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 Hot Soaked Temperature Exposing the unit for on...

Page 19: ...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 between 0 10 inch and less than 1 50 in...

Page 20: ...gital multimeter an example is shown in Figure 3 7 1 capable of measuring dc and ac voltage and resistance will be required to perform some of the tests These functional test procedures should become...

Page 21: ...ate ac power source When the unit is not plugged into an ac power source the multimeter display should read approximately 25 5 Vdc Check Unit Internal Resistance Test for Shorts Figure 3 7 2 Set multi...

Page 22: ...m air intake and outlet See Section 2 6 3 Check that all connections are secure and free from water 4 Figure 3 8 1 TI3000 GPU 24 UAV 3 9 Transporting Unit The TI3000 GPU 24 UAV has a telescoping handl...

Page 23: ...ng DC Power Cable to Unit Low Power Demand Low power demand is defined by a requirement of 50 amps or less Connect dc power to aircraft ground power receptacle DC bus power should come on and aircraft...

Page 24: ...g the unit into a wall socket to charge the batteries Until the unit is fully charged the LED status will read half or no charge Plug the TI3000 GPU 24 UAV into ac power to keep the cells charged when...

Page 25: ...ckcharge feature that enables the unit to be recharged from the vehicle once the engine is started and the starter generator is running This feature will enable you to start multiple vehicles without...

Page 26: ...be damaged if recharged by NiCad or Lithium Ion battery chargers Power cells should only be charged by either the TI3000 GPU 24 UAV s internal charger and the ac power cord furnished with the equipme...

Page 27: ...t 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 p...

Page 28: ...al 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 CENT...

Page 29: ...tart 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...

Page 30: ...get 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 exam...

Page 31: ...lways 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 bette...

Page 32: ...ac 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 c...

Page 33: ...put 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 di...

Page 34: ...nce 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...

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Page 36: ...0 25 30 25 C Temp 29 C Temp Calculations based on actual test data at Pratt Whitney Canada on 30 March 1992 SECONDS AMPS MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT 0 0 TI3000 Maximum Output Current TI3000 Output Voltage...

Page 37: ...be custom ordered to fit your needs Tesla specializes in outfitting cables with a variety of connectors and junction boxes Contact Tesla customer service to find out more about our selection of cords...

Page 38: ...ous customer mobility needs TI21000 203 Flat Free Tire A solid foam rubber tire The stan dard tire for ground power units TI21000 400 Anti FOD Flat Free Tire Rugged puncture proof foam filled tire For...

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Page 41: ...n 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 A...

Page 42: ...5000 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 Tah...

Page 43: ...6000 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 TE...

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