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TI50A DC Power Supply

Table of Contents

Section 1 – Safety Review 

1

1.1 – Safety Notices 

1

1.2 – Symbols 

1

1.3 – Hazards 

2

1.4 – Important Safety Precautions 

3

1.5 – Extreme Environments 

3

Section 2 – Product Overview 

4

2.1 – Introduction 

4

2.2 – Indication of Terms: Shall, Should, and May  

4

2.3 – Front Panel Overview 

5

2.4 – General Specifications 

6

2.5 – Physical Dimensions 

7

2.6 – Airflow Ports 

7

2.7 – Operating Position 

8

2.8 – AC Input Circuit Breakers 

9

2.9 – 24 Vdc Output Connector 

9

2.10 – DC Output Circuit Breaker 

9

2.11 – Input Voltage Selector Switch 

10

2.12 – AC Input Receptacle 

11

2.13 – “Available Power” LED Indicator 

11

Section 3 – Operating Procedures 

12

3.1 – Operating Procedures 

12

3.1 – General 

12

3.2 – Operating Limits and Restrictions 

12

3.4 – Environmental 

13

3.5 – Normal Functional Test Procedures 

14-15

3.6 – Pre-Operation 

16

3.7 – Transporting Unit 

16

3.8 – Regulated 28.5 Vdc Ground Power 

18

Summary of Contents for TI50A

Page 1: ...esla TI50A DC Power Supply User Manual Power Anytime Anywhere Tesla Industries Inc 101 Centerpoint Blvd New Castle DE 19720 302 324 8910 Phone 302 324 8912 Fax www teslaind com Built Smart Proven Toug...

Page 2: ...or injury or death by electrical shock Any attempts to open or examine the inside of the TI50A DC Power Supply via a tool or device borescope probe etc can result in unit failure and or injury by elec...

Page 3: ...hysical Dimensions 7 2 6 Airflow Ports 7 2 7 Operating Position 8 2 8 AC Input Circuit Breakers 9 2 9 24 Vdc Output Connector 9 2 10 DC Output Circuit Breaker 9 2 11 Input Voltage Selector Switch 10 2...

Page 4: ...and Shipping 20 Section 6 Troubleshooting and FAQ 21 6 1 Frequently Asked Questions 21 22 6 2 Basic Usage Operation Questions 22 6 3 Basic Troubleshooting 23 Section 7 Optional Accessories 24 7 1 Ship...

Page 5: ...hrenheit 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...

Page 6: ...zard 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 str...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...operated 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 disab...

Page 9: ...your new TI50A DC Power Supply The TI50A DC Power Supply is intended to provide dc electrical ground power for aircraft flight line and maintenance ground support operations The unit is designed to p...

Page 10: ...flow for cooling internal electronics Carrying Handle 4 Allows for easy transport of unit AC Input Circuit Breakers 5 Trip if over current fault condition occurs Available Power Meter 6 Displays statu...

Page 11: ...0 Vac 50 60 Hz 20 amps 120 Vac 2400 Watts 10 amps 240 Vac 2400 Watts DC Output Power 50 amps continuous 28 5 Vdc 1425 Watts Size 21 25 long x 5 2 wide x 10 56 high 539 7mm x 132 1mm x 268 25mm Weight...

Page 12: ...nal 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 tempe...

Page 13: ...perated 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...

Page 14: ...Vdc Output Connector The 24 Vdc Output Connector provides 50 amps continuous 28 5 Vdc when plugged into ac power When the Output Connector is not in use cover the receptacle with the Protective Cover...

Page 15: ...30V see figure 2 11 3 2 Rotate cover back into place Replace and tighten screw 3 2 11 Input Voltage Selector Switch The Input Voltage Selector Switch allows the unit to operate safely within the expec...

Page 16: ...unit is properly grounded at all times see Section 1 3 for proper grounding techniques Figure 2 12 1 AC Input Receptacle location outlined in blue 2 13 Available Power LED Indicator The Available Pow...

Page 17: ...ction 3 Operating 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...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...nd 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 Terminals To verify that th...

Page 20: ...positive probe to the fas tener screw on the dc receptacle Move the negative probe to the dc negative post Multimeter should read 0 Volts 3 Place the negative probe to the fastener screw on the dc re...

Page 21: ...y is engineered to provide continuous output power Thus the charger can be left connected to a battery until it is ready for use This is due to the intelligent recharging system that prevents the TI50...

Page 22: ...nsure DC power cable plug is fully seated into the vehicle or aircraft s dc receptacle Figure 3 8 2 Attaching NATO DC Power Cable to vehicle Figure 3 8 3 Attaching an Aviation DC Power Cable to aircra...

Page 23: ...rating condition and to maximize unit s operational life 4 2 After Use Unit should be protected from environmental elements and man made hazards Ideally unit should be secured in a building or shed Mo...

Page 24: ...oft 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...

Page 25: ...orm can be found in the back of this manual 5 3 Packaging and Shipping When returning the DC Power Supply please ensure that it is properly packaged The only method for transport is in a sturdy shippi...

Page 26: ...ly is NOT waterproof See Section 5 1 for further information regarding safe operation in damp environments 6 Are there any HAZMAT or disposal issues No Contact Tesla for more information 7 Are Tesla D...

Page 27: ...cator provides a way for the user to visually see the amount of available power that the TI50A can supply This lets the operator know if there is enough power to perform ground maintenance For more in...

Page 28: ...l failure A Please contact Tesla Customer Service A at 302 324 8910 4 Unit emits sparks when plugged into power source Water or moisture has seeped A in unit Internal failure B Move unit to dry warm a...

Page 29: ...boxes Contact 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 Europe...

Page 30: ...obra Replacement 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 corr...

Page 31: ...opean 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 Camer...

Page 32: ...Cord 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 C...

Page 33: ...ean 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...

Page 34: ...I25000 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 T...

Page 35: ...I16000 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...

Page 36: ..._______________________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Order ______________________________________________________________________________ Model ____________...

Page 37: ...TESLA Tesla Industries Inc 101 Centerpoint Blvd New Castle DE 19720 USA Tel 302 324 8910 Fax 302 324 8912 9475 Double R Blvd Suite 2 Reno NV 89521 Tel 775 622 8801 Fax 775 622 8810 www teslaind com...

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