Built Smart...Proven Tough
Power Anytime, Anywhere
Tesla
™
TI3560 12-24 GPU
Ground Power Unit
User Manual
Tesla Industries, Inc.
101 Centerpoint Blvd.
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 324-8910 Phone
(302) 324-8912 Fax
www.teslaind.com
www.tesla1.com
Page 1: ...ven Tough Power Anytime Anywhere Tesla TI3560 12 24 GPU Ground Power Unit User Manual Tesla Industries Inc 101 Centerpoint Blvd New Castle DE 19720 302 324 8910 Phone 302 324 8912 Fax www teslaind com...
Page 2: ...ned 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 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: ...rcuit Breakers 9 2 9 AC Input Connector 9 2 10 24 Volt Output Connector 10 2 11 12 Volt Output Connector 10 2 12 Input Voltage Selector Switch 10 11 2 13 Push to Test Button and LED Status Indicator 1...
Page 6: ...uestions 28 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 Conversio...
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: ...d 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 strict...
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: ...rated 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: ...s can deliver up to 3000 peak amps The unit s high capacity power cells and circuitry are encased in a rugged enclosure This internal circuitry incorporates an intelligent recharging system that allow...
Page 12: ...r 4 24 Vdc Capacity Meter 5 Indicates the 24V battery charge state power output status 12 Vdc Capacity Meter 6 Indicates the 12V battery charge state power output status AC Input Connector 7 Connects...
Page 13: ...e battery power without ac 12 Volt Output 3000 peak starting amps 20 amps continuous 14 25 Vdc when plugged into ac power 66 amp hours 1309 watt hours with ac power 46 amp hours 1024 watt hours of rec...
Page 14: ...he 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 extre...
Page 15: ...ed 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 Verti...
Page 16: ...of 60 seconds 2 3 Reset breaker by pressing red button 3 4 Reconnect ac and dc connections to the unit 4 The unit should power up automatically If the breaker continues to trip return the unit to Tes...
Page 17: ...e 2 10 1 provides 3000 peak starting amps and 20 amps of continuous power 14 25 Vdc when plugged into ac power Cover the receptacle with the Protective Cover see Figure 2 10 1 when the Output Connecto...
Page 18: ...Switch is set on 115 Vac NOTE Do not overtighten Selector Shield screws Be sure star locks are on screws and snug the screw Overtightening will damage the Selector Shield Changing Input Voltage Selec...
Page 19: ...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 20: ...amps 70 80 charged 2400 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 ti...
Page 21: ...ve 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...
Page 22: ...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 between 0 10 inch and less t...
Page 23: ...rtion 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 Term...
Page 24: ...DC Positive Post 3 Testing the NEMA Receptacle Set multimeter to Ohms Place the black lead on the ac ground post and the red lead to the dc positive post shown in Figure 3 8 7 Next move the red lead o...
Page 25: ...air intake and outlet See Section 2 6 3 Check that all connections are secure and free from water 4 Figure 3 9 1 TI3560 12 24 GPU 3 10 Transporting Unit The TI3560 12 24 GPU has a telescoping handle...
Page 26: ...to GPU Connecting DC Power Cable To Vehicle or Aircraft Line up the NATO plug or aviation dc plug pins and push it in DC bus power should come on and aircraft voltmeter should indicate 24 Vdc to 23 5...
Page 27: ...or powering avionics and lighting on most aircraft The GPU s ac to dc converter produces continuous amps of dc power depending on the size of the system CAUTION Unplug ac power cord before starting en...
Page 28: ...he unit will not overcharge or overheat If you received this manual with a new GPU When the Unit is fully charged the LED indicator should show a single steady green bar The fan will also come on at r...
Page 29: ...t 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 reconnecting to ac power if the GPU i...
Page 30: ...e damaged if recharged by NiCad or Lithium Ion battery chargers Power cells should only be charged by either the TI3560 12 24 GPU s internal charger and the ac power cord furnished with the equipment...
Page 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...art 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 34: ...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 exami...
Page 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...ce 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 t...
Page 39: ...0 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...
Page 40: ...5 20 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 Maximum Output Current TI3560 12 24 GPU 12 Vdc Ou...
Page 41: ...TI3560 12 24 GPU 34 7 Performance Data 7 8 12 Vdc Output Loading Curves...
Page 42: ...TI3560 12 24 GPU 35 7 Performance Data 24 Vdc Output Loading Curves cont d...
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Page 44: ...h power connections 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 conn...
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Page 48: ...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 49: ...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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