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This guide is intended only for use by trained and certified rescuers and first responders. It assumes that readers have a comprehensive understanding of how
safety systems work and have completed the appropriate training and certification required to safely handle rescue situations. Therefore, this guide provides only
the specific information required to understand and safely handle the fully electric Model S in an emergency situation. It describes how to identify Model S, and
provides the locations and descriptions of its high voltage components, airbags, inflation cylinders, seat belt pre-tensioners, and high strength materials used in
its body structure. This guide includes the high voltage disabling procedure and any safety considerations specific to Model S. Failure to follow recommended
practices or procedures can result in serious injury or death.
The high voltage battery is the main energy source. Model S does not have a traditional gasoline or diesel engine and therefore does not have a fuel tank.
2012 - 2013

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

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  • Page 1: Emergency Response

    2012 - 2013 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE This guide is intended only for use by trained and certified rescuers and first responders. It assumes that readers have a comprehensive understanding of how safety systems work and have completed the appropriate training and certification required to safely handle rescue situations. Therefore, this guide provides only the specific information required to understand and safely handle the fully electric Model S in an emergency situation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IDENTIFYING MODEL S ...................1 LIFTING MODEL S ..................19 BADGING.............................1 OPENING MODEL S ..................20 LARGE SCREEN ........................2 USING THE KEY ........................20 CHARGE PORT ........................2 OPENING DOORS ......................20 HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ..............3 OPENING REAR DOORS WITH NO POWER ............20 OVERVIEW OF HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS...........

  • Page 3: Identifying Model S

    BADGING Model S has three main badges to distinguish it.

  • Page 4: Large Screen

    LARGE SCREEN CHARGE PORT Model S has a large 17” touchscreen. Model S has a charge port that is integrated into the taillight on the rear driver’s side fender. Instrument panel Touchscreen...

  • Page 5: High Voltage Components

    OVERVIEW OF HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS Battery 2. DC-DC converter 3. High voltage cabling (colored orange) 4. 10 kW on-board master charger 5. Drive unit 6. Charge port OPTIONAL: 10 kW on-board slave charger WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 6: High Voltage Battery

    HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY Model S is equipped with a floor-mounted 400 volt lithium-ion high voltage battery. Never breach the high voltage battery when lifting from under the vehicle. When using rescue tools, also pay special attention to ensure that you do not breach the floor pan. High voltage battery is located below the floor WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 7: Dc-Dc Converter

    DC-DC CONVERTER The DC-DC converter is located in the front right wheel well, on the passenger side of the firewall. It transforms the high voltage current from the 400 volt battery to low voltage to charge the Model S 12 volt battery. High voltage is present at the DC-DC converter. Use caution when cutting in this area during a dash lift (dash roll) procedure —use work-around techniques, if necessary.

  • Page 8: High Voltage Cabling

    HIGH VOLTAGE CABLING High voltage cabling is highlighted in dark orange in the following illustration. High voltage cabling is routed under the rear seats and inside the rocker panel on the passenger side front WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 9: Chargers

    CHARGERS Model S has one (standard) or two (optional) chargers under the rear seat. These chargers convert the AC current from a charging station to DC for charging the high voltage battery. A High Voltage Junction Box, located between the chargers, routes any surplus energy from regenerative braking back to the battery.

  • Page 10: Drive Unit

    DRIVE UNIT The drive unit is located between the rear wheels under the floor pan of the Model S. It converts the DC current from the high voltage battery into the 3-phase AC current that the electric motor uses to power the wheels. Drive unit is located between the rear wheels WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 11: Low Voltage System

    12V BATTERY In addition to the high voltage system, Model S has a low voltage system, powered by a traditional 12 volt battery. The low voltage system operates the same electrical components found in conventional vehicles, including the supplementary restraint system (SRS), airbags, ignition, touchscreen, and interior and exterior lights.

  • Page 12: First Responder Cut Loop

    FIRST RESPONDER CUT LOOP The first responder cut loop consists of low voltage wires. Cutting this loop shuts down the high voltage system and disables the SRS and airbag components. See cut instructions on page 11. NOTE: When cutting the loop, double cut to remove an entire section. This eliminates the risk of the cut wires accidentally reconnecting. Cut loop is located on the passenger side, under the hood and the plastic access panel WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage...

  • Page 13: Cutting The First Responder Loop

    CUTTING THE FIRST RESPONDER LOOP STEP 2: Remove the access panel by pulling its rear edge upward to STEP 1: Open the hood (also known as the Front Trunk). See page 21 release the five clips that hold it in place. Maneuver it toward the for details.

  • Page 14: Stabilizing Model S

    STABILIZING MODEL S CHOCK ALL FOUR WHEELS SHIFT INTO PARK Drivers can choose a setting that determines whether or not Model S will Model S is silent so never assume it is powered off. Pressing the “creep” when a driving gear is selected. If this setting is off, Model S does accelerator pedal even slightly can cause Model S to move quickly if the not move unless the accelerator is pressed, even if shifted into Drive or currently active gear is Drive or Reverse.

  • Page 15: Airbags And Supplementary Restraint System (Srs)

    AIRBAGS AIRBAG INFLATION CYLINDERS Model S is equipped with eight airbags. Responders should de-energize Airbag (stored gas) inflation cylinders are located toward the rear of the the airbags by cutting the First Responder Cut Loop (see page 11). vehicle, as shown below in red. Airbags are shown below in blue.

  • Page 16: Seat Belt Pre-Tensioners

    SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS Seat belt pre-tensioners are located by the B-pillars, as shown below in red. Seat belt pre-tensioners are located by the B-pillars WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 17: High Stength Steel

    LOCATION OF REINFORCEMENTS AND HIGH STRENGTH STEEL Model S is reinforced to protect occupants in a collision. Reinforcements are shown below in green. Only the B-pillars are reinforced with high strength steel. Depending on the tools used, high strength steel can be challenging or impossible to cut. If necessary, use workaround techniques.

  • Page 18: No-Cut Zones

    NO-CUT ZONES Model S has areas that are defined as “no-cut zones” due to high voltage, gas struts, and SRS or airbag hazards. Never cut or crush these areas—doing so can result in serious injury or death. Do not cut through areas shown in red WARNING: Always use appropriate tools (such as a hydraulic cutter), and always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when cutting Model S.

  • Page 19: Rescue Operations

    FULLY OR PARTIALLY SUBMERGED VEHICLES PUSHING ON THE FLOOR PAN Treat a submerged Model S like any other vehicle. The body of the vehicle The high voltage battery is located below the floor pan. Never push down does not present a risk of shock in water. Remove the vehicle from the water on the floor pan from inside Model S.

  • Page 20: Firefighting

    FIREFIGHTING HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY - FIRE DAMAGE Extinguish small fires, that do not involve the high voltage battery, using a A burning or heating battery releases toxic vapors. These vapors include or ABC extinguisher. , oxides of carbon, nickel, aluminum, lithium, copper, and cobalt. Responders should wear full PPE, including SCBA, and take appropriate During overhaul, do not make contact with any high voltage component.

  • Page 21: Lifting Model S

    LIFT AREAS The high voltage battery is located below the floor, under a floor pan. A large section of the undercarriage houses this battery. When lifting Model S, do not push on the high voltage battery. When lifting or jacking, use only the designated lifting areas. ...

  • Page 22: Opening Model S

    USING THE KEY OPENING REAR DOORS WITH NO POWER Use the key’s buttons as shown below. Open rear doors from inside by folding back the edge of the carpet below the rear seats to access the mechanical release cable. Pull the mechanical release cable toward the center.

  • Page 23: Opening The Trunk

    OPENING THE HOOD (FRONT TRUNK) Use one of the following methods: Model S does not have a traditional engine. Therefore, the area that would normally house the engine is used as additional storage space. Tesla calls • Press the switch located under the handle.

  • Page 24: High Voltage Labels

    HIGH VOLTAGE LABELS Examples of labels located on high voltage components are shown below. WARNING: Regardless of the disabling procedure you use, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT ALL HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS ARE ENERGIZED! Cutting, crushing or touching high voltage components can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 25: Index

    airbags 13 identifying Model S touchscreen 2 badging 1 toxic vapors 18 charge port 2 trunk, opening 21 large screen 2 badging 1 instrument panel 2 battery 12V 9 unlocking, using key 20 fires 18 fluid 18 jacking Model S 19 high voltage 4 vapors 18 body components 15...
  • Page 26 Tesla Motors, Inc. in the United States. TESLA™ is a trademark of Tesla Motors, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks contained in this document are the property of their respective owners and their use herein does not...

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