Tesla TI2000-308 User manual

Tesla™TI2000-308
3 kW Inverter System
Pure Sine Wave Inverter
User Manual
Built Smart...Proven Tough
Power Anytime, Anywhere
Tesla™ Industries, Inc.
101 Centerpoint Blvd.
New Castle, DE 19720
[phone] Phone
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www.teslaind.com

NOTE: All users must read this entire manual prior
to operating the TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System.
The TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System is a maintenance-free and sealed unit. No repairs are authorized.
Warranty will be voided if unit is tampered with in any way, or if unauthorized repairs are made. For technical
support please contact:
TESLA™ INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED
101 CENTERPOINT BLVD.
CENTERPOINT INDUSTRIAL PARK
NEW CASTLE, DELAWARE 19720
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: www.teslaind.com
EMAIL: [e-mail]
Improper use or failure to follow instructions in this user manual can result in unit damage and/or injury or
death by electrical shock.
Any attempts to open or examine the inside of the TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System via a tool or device
(borescope, probe, etc.) can result in unit failure and/or injury by electrical shock. This Inverter System is
maintenance free and should not be opened or disassembled for any reason.
Always protect the unit from short circuit.
Shipping Hazards: The TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System does not pose a shipping hazard.
No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without prior
written permission from Tesla™ Industries, Inc.
Copyright © 2015 by Tesla™ Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
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Shock Hazard Potential
CAUTION

TI2000-308 3kW Inverter System
Table of Contents
Section 1 – Safety Review 1
1.1 – Safety Notices 1
1.2 – Symbols 2
1.3 – Hazards 2
1.4 – Important Safety Precautions 2
1.5 – Extreme Environments 2
Section 2 – Product Overview 3
2.1 – Introduction 3
2.2 – Indication of Terms: Shall, Should, May 3
2.3 - Front Panel Overview 4
2.4 – General Specications 5
2.5 – Physical Dimensions 6-7
2.6 – Airow Ports 7
2.7 – Operating Positions 7
2.8 – Active Output Circuit Breaker 8
2.9 – AC Output Cord 8
2.10 – AC Output Power Status LED Indicator 9
2.11 – 24 Vdc Input Connector 9
2.12 – DC Input Circuit Breaker 10
2.13 – DC Input Voltage LED Indicator 10
2.14 – DC NATO Cable Assembly 11
2.15 – Alarm LED Indicators 11
2.16 – Inverter Power Switch 11
Section 3 – Pre-Operation 12
3.1 – General 12
3.2 – Operating Limits and Restrictions 12
3.3 – Performance 12
3.4 – Temperature Specications 13
3.5 – Environmental 13

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3.6 – Pre-Operation 14
3.7 – 20-30 Vdc Input Power 11-15
3.8 – Alarm LED Indications 16-17
Section 4 – Post-Operation 19
4.1 – General 19
4.2 – After Use 19
Section 5 – Unit Care and Maintenance 19
5.1 – Unit Care 19
5.2 – Unit Servicing 20
5.3 – Transporting Unit 20
5.4 – Packaging and Shipping 20
Section 6 – Troubleshooting and FAQ 21
6.1 - Frequently Asked Questions 21
6.2 - Basic Unit Troubleshooting 22
Section 8 – Optional Accessories 23
8.1 – Replacement Contacts and Tools 23
8.2 – Transportation Case 23
Repair Request Form 24

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Abbreviations and Symbols
Abbreviations that may be used within the text, headings and titles of this manual.
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
Abbreviation Defi nition
ac Alternating Current
AFT Air ow Technology
AWG American Wire Gauge
amp or A Ampere
cont Continuous
°C Degree Celsius
°F Degree Fahrenheit
dc Direct Current
EFF Ef ciency
ft Feet
FWD Forward
GPU Ground Power Unit
Hr Hour
Hz Hertz
kg Kilograms
kHz Kilohertz
kW Kilowatts
LED Light Emitting Diode
max Maximum
MΩ megaohm
min Minimum
MPU Micro Power Unit
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
Ω ohm
PF power factor
PFC power factor correction
rms root-mean-square
THD Total Harmonic Distortion
TMDE Test, Measurement, & Diagnostic Equipment
UAV Unmanned aerial vehicle
Vac Volts, Alternating Current
Vdc Volts, Direct Current
W watts

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Figure 1.2.1 – Different types of hazard and caution symbols
1.1 - Safety Notices
Safety notices appear throughout this manual to alert the user to important information regarding proper
installation, operation, maintenance and storage of the unit. These notices, as illustrated below, contain a
key word that indicates the level of hazard and a triangular icon that indicates the speci c type of hazard.
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 strictly
adhered to could result in damage or destruction of equipment.
NOTE Indicates a condition, operating procedure or practice, which is
essential to highlight.
1.2 - Symbols
The following symbols will appear within the warning triangles to alert the user to the speci c type of danger
or hazard.
General Warning Electrical Hazard Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard
Battery Warning Guard from Moisture
!
Section 1 – Safety Review
!
!
!
Figure 1.2.1 – Different types of hazard and caution symbols
1.1 - Safety Notices
Safety notices appear throughout this manual to alert the user to important information regarding proper
installation, operation, maintenance and storage of the unit. These notices, as illustrated below, contain a
key word that indicates the level of hazard and a triangular icon that indicates the speci c type of hazard.
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 strictly
adhered to could result in damage or destruction of equipment.
NOTE Indicates a condition, operating procedure or practice, which is
essential to highlight.
1.2 - Symbols
The following symbols will appear within the warning triangles to alert the user to the speci c type of danger
or hazard.
General Warning Electrical Hazard Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard
Battery Warning Guard from Moisture
!
Section 1 – Safety Review
!
!
!

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1.3 – Hazards
WARNING Shock Hazard Potential
Severe injury or death from electrical shock will occur if either the user or the TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter
System is wet while operating the unit. Be sure to disconnect power from the AC Output Cable if the
TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System has come into contact with water. If the AC Output Circuit Breaker
has tripped due to water inltration, DO NOT try to reset circuit breaker until Inverter System has dried
completely.
WARNING Shock Hazard Potential
Severe injury or death from electrical shock can occur when damp electrical plugs are connected to the
TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System. Make sure the electrical outlet is switched off before making any
connections. Failure to use proper grounding can cause potential shock hazard!
CAUTION Unit Damage Potential
The unit will be damaged if unapproved dc power is applied. This Unit operates from 20-30 Vdc @ 250
Amps Max.
CAUTION Unit Damage Potential
Turn off dc input power before connecting or disconnecting dc input power. Failure to turn off dc power
could cause voltage spikes that can permanently damage the Unit.
1.4 – Important Safety Precautions
WARNING Fire/Explosion Hazard Potential
Severe injury or death from re or explosion can occur if electrical sparks are produced near fuel vapors.
DO NOT CONNECT ac output power from Inverter System while operating or handling any type of fuel.
1.5 – Extreme Environments
CAUTION Unit Damage Potential
The TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System is equipped with a temperature sensor that automatically disables
Inverter functions when the internal temperature reaches above 150°F (65°C). This protects the unit
from overheating and damage. If the unit shuts down, move the unit into a cooler climate such as shade
or air conditioning when possible.
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Safety Review

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Section 2 – Product Overview
2.1 – Introduction
Thank you and congratulations on the purchase of your new TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System.
This System is one of Tesla™ Industries latest advancements in power technology development. The TI2000-
308 is a Pure Sine Wave Inverter System. The TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter System was designed to provide
120/240 Vac @ 12.5 amps of pure regulated AC power.
This manual contains the complete operating instructions and procedures for the TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter
System that the end user will need to safely and efciently operate this system.
Figure 2.1.1 – TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter
System (pictured with optional case)
2.2 – Indication of Terms: Shall, Should and May
Within this technical manual the word “shall” is used to indicate a mandatory requirement for proper operation
and warranty purposes. The word “should” is used to indicate a non-mandatory but preferred method of
accomplishment. The word “may” is used to indicate an acceptable method of accomplishment.

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2Product Overview
2.3 – Front Panel Overview
15’ Hardwired DC NATO Cable Assembly1. –
Provides an Input of 20-30 Vdc @ 250 Amps
Max.
Inverter Power Switch2. – Acts as on “On/
Off” Switch for the TI2000-308 3 kW Inverter
System.
25’ Hardwired AC Line Cord3. – Provides an
Output of 240 Vac 60 Hz. @ 12.5 Amps / 120
Vac 60 Hz. @ 25 Amps
AC Output Circuit Breaker4. - Acts as on “On/
Off” Switch for the AC Output.
Alarm LED Indicators5. - Alerts the user of over-
voltages, under-voltages, over-temperatures,
and overloads.
Output Power Status Indicator6. – Displays the
ac current load.
Input Voltage Indicator7. – Displays Input
Voltage from a range of 20-30 Vdc.
24 Vdc Input Receptacle8. – Provides an Input
of 20-30 Vdc @ 250 Amps Max.
DC Input Circuit Breaker9. - Acts as on “On/
Off” Switch for the dc Input.
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2
Product Overview
Electrical
AC Output Power:
Provides Single Phase 120/240 Vac (+/- 5%) , 60 Hz•
12.5 Amps @ 240 Vac 60 Hz•
25 Amps @ 120 Vac 60 Hz•
DC Input Power:
250 Amps Max•
20-30 Vdc•
3 kW AC Inverter:
120 Vac 60Hz Pure Sine Wave (+/- .05%)•
25 amps surge•
12.5 amps continuous power•
<2% THD•
Minimum Unit Efciency: 85%•
Size of TI2000-308:
36.33” long x 11.57” wide x 18.40” high•
922.7 mm x 293.9 mm x 467.4 mm•
Size of optional TI7000-223 Transportation Case:
48.52” long x 23.99” wide x 15.71” high•
1232.3 mm x 609.4 mm x 399.0 mm•
Weight:
106.5 lbs (48.3 kg)•
169.5 lbs (76.8 kg) with optional case•
Operating Temperature:
-20° C to +65° C•
-4° F to +150° F•
Storage Temperature:
-40° C to +65° C•
-40° F to +150° F•
2.4 – General Specications