Tesla
™
TI4200 GPU-24-PFC
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
Page 1: ...I4200 GPU 24 PFC 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 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: ...ator 8 2 9 Active Power Factor Correction 9 2 10 AC Input Circuit Breaker 10 2 11 AC Line Cord 10 2 12 24 Vdc Output Connector 11 2 13 Interface Connector 11 Section 3 Operating Procedures 12 3 1 Oper...
Page 6: ...27 6 2 Basic Usage Operation Questions 28 6 3 Basic Troubleshooting 29 30 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 Condition...
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: ...mage Potential The unit will be damaged if unapproved ac power is applied This Unit operates from Single Phase 200 260 Vac 40 Hz 450 Hz This must match ac power source hangar wall flight line ac power...
Page 10: ...m This is the only PFC on the market that is capable of operating at 40 Hz to 450 Hz with 2 THD Total Harmonic Distortion What this means for the end user is that this GPU is capable of producing the...
Page 11: ...active cooling for internal components LED Charge Status Meter 4 Displays current battery charge status when pressed 50 Amp Twist Lock AC Power Cord 5 Provides 33 5 amps 208 Vac 60Hz 50 amp service re...
Page 12: ...amps 200 amps continuous 28 5 Vdc 5700 Watts when plugged into ac power 223 amp hours 6 212 watt hours with ac power 23 amp hours 512 watt hours of rechargeable battery power without ac power Recharg...
Page 13: ...ling 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 temperatures...
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: ...2 and hold for approximately 2 to 3 seconds The LED bar graph should light up indicating the status of the power cells 3 In addition the fan s should start operating when the button is pressed If you...
Page 16: ...what contribute to a poor Power Factor The higher order harmonics in the ac current cause the skin effect of the conductors carrying the ac currents to the load to increase Skin effect in ac circuits...
Page 17: ...aker acts as an On Off switch for the unit Figure 2 10 1 AC Input Circuit Breaker 2 11 AC Line Cord The ac line cord is a 25 long SOOW 600 Volt 8 3 Cable with a 50 Amp Twist Lock TI25000 058 CS8265 25...
Page 18: ...Output Connector is not in use cover the receptacle with the protective cover see Figure 2 12 1 This will protect the Output Connector from dust and foreign matter Figure 2 12 1 24 Vdc Output Connect...
Page 19: ...ng Procedures 3 1 Operating Procedures This section covers normal procedures and steps necessary to ensure safe and efficient operation of the unit NOTE When not in use the unit should always remain p...
Page 20: ...ove 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 21: ...h 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...
Page 22: ...Figure 3 8 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 routine Figure 3 8 1 Digital Multimeter...
Page 23: ...26 5 to 28 Vdc depending on state of charge Figure 3 8 3 Testing DC Receptacle Better than 10 M Ensure no short exists Negative DC receptacle terminal and unit case Positive DC receptacle terminal an...
Page 24: ...ted 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 TI4200 GPU 24 PFC 3 10 Transporting Unit The TI4200 GPU 24 PFC has a telescopi...
Page 25: ...aft voltmeter should indicate 24 Vdc to 23 5 Vdc 23 Vdc minimum Ensure dc power cable plug is fully seated into the vehicle or aircraft s dc receptacle Figure 3 11 2 Attaching NATO DC Power Cable to v...
Page 26: ...bus power should come on and aircraft voltmeter should indicate 27 5 Vdc to 23 5 Vdc 23 Vdc minimum If current demand is above 200 amps converter output voltage will drop below 28 5 Vdc and two or mo...
Page 27: ...s It is also an optimum voltage for 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 Figure 3 13 1...
Page 28: ...icator should show a single steady green bar or a single green bar blinking The fan will also come on at reduced speed This is normal operation indicating the unit is in standby mode and is ready for...
Page 29: ...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 is allowed to back...
Page 30: ...damaged if recharged by NiCad or Lead Acid type battery chargers Power cells should only be charged by either the GPU s internal charger and the ac power cord furnished with the equipment or when con...
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: ...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 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 exam...
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: ...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 40: ...t TI4200 Output Voltage MINUTES 23 AMP CONSTANT CURRENT LOAD MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT AMPS Calculation based on actual test data at Pratt Whitmey on 30 March 1992 SECONDS 1500 1350 1200 1050 900 750 600...
Page 41: ...Integrated with the Tesla Turbo Start GPU power supply the DVAM is a valuable tool for troubleshooting and conducting systems checks The DVAM 3100A can be ordered through customer service at Tesla 8 4...
Page 42: ...ability and connectivity To extend the life of the Cobra Connector included with your unit replacement contacts posts noses and tools can be ordered through the Tesla Customer Service TI2005 238 Cobra...
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