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Gregory Hamilton
March 12, 2025
Can you send me a copy / picture of the battery terminal connections for a JP30 aircraft tug? This is a 16 battery system.
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Mr. Anderson
March 12, 2025
The Tronair JP30 aircraft tug with a 16-battery system refers to the JP30L model. The JP30L has sixteen 6-volt batteries connected in series and parallel to provide 48 volts and 470 Ah (20-hour rate).
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REVISION DATE TEXT AFFECTED 05/2006 Original Release 03/2007 Major Revision 04/2007 Major Revision 12/2008 Modified 2.4 Capacity Modified Parts Lists Modified Appendices 03/2009 Modified Parts Lists 11/2010 Modified 2.5 Standard Equipment, 4.0 Operating Instructions, Parts List Removed Controller Operation, Added Appendix VI 08/2011 Modified Parts Lists 01/2013...
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE PRODUCT INFORMATION ............................1 DESCRIPTION ................................1 MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER ............................. 1 MANUFACTURER ..............................1 GENERAL .................................. 1 SAFETY INFORMATION............................... 1 USAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION ........................1 OPERATING SAFETY GUIDELINES......................... 1 BATTERY SAFETY GUIDELINES ..........................
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug 11.0 PRE-SHIFT CHECKLIST............................. 12 12.0 PROVISION OF SPARES ............................13 12.1 SOURCE OF SPARE PARTS ..........................13 12.2 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LISTS ....................... 13 13.0 IN SERVICE SUPPORT .............................. 13 14.0 GUARANTEES/LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ......................13 15.0...
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug This product can not be modified without the written approval of Tronair, Inc. Any modifications done without written approval voids all warranties and releases Tronair, Inc., its suppliers, distributors, employees, or financial institutions from any liability from consequences that may occur.
If this should happen, force the eye open and flood it with cool, clean water for approximately fifteen minutes. A doctor should be called immediately when the accident occurs. If you have any doubts or questions, contact Tronair. GROUND POWER UNIT SAFETY GUIDELINES Read 6.4 “Safety Precautions”...
14. Read Section 6 and review and understand safety procedures for working around batteries. 15. When moving in reverse direction, look both ways and clear the area of other traffic and obstacles. 16. Contact Tronair before making substitutions of any parts. TRAINING TRAINING REQUIREMENTS The employer of the operator is responsible for providing a training program sufficient for the safe operation of the tug.
BATTERIES The JP30 has eight 6 volt batteries connected in series for 48 volts and 235 Ah (20 hr rate). The JP30L has sixteen 6 volt batteries connected in series and parallel for 48 volts and 470 Ah (20 hr rate).
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Stand on Operator Platform and pull the E-stop up. Turn the “Off-On-Start” switch to the “Start” position and then release. When operating the JETporter, stand firmly on the operator’s platform, with legs spread slightly apart and body braced against the backrest.
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug LOADING AIRCRAFT (continued) Secure the aircraft nose wheel with the safety strap. The safety strap is a strap with a ratchet mechanism and spring clip hooks at each end. On either side of the forward end of the cradle are brackets that have a hole in each of them.
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug GROUND POWER UNIT (continued) CONNECTION TO AIRCRAFT Adapters are included with JETporter. Position JETporter so the power socket on the aircraft is in a location that will allow the engine to be started safely. Be sure the “Master” switch in the aircraft is off prior to starting the engines. Boost voltage could damage the aircraft’s electrical system.
If necessary, for location operational purposes, the length of the charging cycle (gassing period) can shortened. Contact Tronair or contact Quick Charge direct from the information located in the Quick Charge Manual (Appendix V).
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug 10.0 MAINTENANCE WARNING All work on the JETporter tug should be performed by competent repair personnel. Before performing maintenance, review all safety procedures. 10.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE After the JETporter has been in operation for (4) months the steering chain should be tightened to take up the slack from initial chain stretch.
Do not substitute a higher or lower Amp/hour rated battery. All batteries should be replaced at the same time. Do not attempt to repair the electronic controller. Contact Tronair for proper repair procedures. Contact Tronair before making substitutions of any parts.
Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug 11.0 PRE-SHIFT CHECKLIST Perform this check every day prior to the first shift. Place X if ok. Do NOT operate any JETporter unit until all discrepancies have been corrected Week Of: ________________ Date Inspected...
Tronair Platinum Warranty Tronair products are warranted to be free of manufacturing or material defects for a period of two years after shipment to the original customer. This is solely limited to the repair or replacement of defective components. This warranty does not cover the...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List Illustration - JP30 When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 14...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List - JP30 When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description H-2948 Mat, Platform Z-6329 Cover, Motor Bay (Coated) Z-6328 Assembly, Battery Cover (Coated)
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List Illustration - JP30 When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 16...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List Illustration - JP30 When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description Z-6266 Weldment, Lift Cradle JP-115 Indexing Plunger JP-114 Linch Pin JP-059 Cylinder, Hydraulic 1”...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 18...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description Nut, Stainless (¾” – 16) JP-027 G-1250-1110N Flatwasher, Narrow ¾ JP-024 Steering Wheel S-2111-01 Plate, Bottom Rod, STL Plate THD ⅜...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description EC-2827 Assembly, Din Rail EC-2259 Socket, Relay EC-2258 Relay EC-2260 Relay, Clip EC-2060 Diode EC-1710-10-12.0...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description EC-2824 Flasher, Solid State 9-32 Volts Screw, Pan HD CRS REC, #6 – 32...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description S-2751-01 Panel, Accelerator V-2583 Label, Control Panel EC-2096 Meter, Hour EC-2740 Switch, 3 Position Spring R/L...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description S-2747-01 Panel, Switch 14142 Flange, Latch 14144 Block, Contact Red EC-2817 Switch, Push Button...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List - JP30 When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 24...
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Socket, Female JP-058 Battery, 6V Z-8592 Assembly, Controller EC-2110 Battery, Terminal Insulator Black EC-2837 TSX500 Harness, 11 ft. Z-8597 Assembly, Suppression Diode JP30 Pump Motor G-1503-1050W Flatwasher, ¼ EC-2835 Kit, Power Cable Z-6260 Frame EC-2707 Assembly, Light Side Marker (Amber) EC-2708 Assembly, Light Side Marker (Red) Screw, 10 –...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Hydraulics Assembly When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description N-2005-30-S Elbow, ¼ Tube x 3/8 NPT TF-1037-28*30.0 Assembly, Hose TF-1037-28*20.0 Assembly, Hose TF-1037-27*16.0 Assembly, Hose TF-1037-28*15.0...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List – Axle Assembly When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description Z-6312 Peerless Axle Housing (includes axle bearings) JP-054 Peerless 2 Speed Transaxle...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List – Cables When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model & Serial Number of your product. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 30...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List – Cables When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description EC-1185-04*144 Cable, Welding 1/0 EC-2004 Plug, Male Negative (Black) JP-031 Plug, Male Positive (Red)
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Caution Hands/Feet V-1814 Warning Keep 5 Ft Clear V-2268-01 Tronair V-2452 Label, Charging Power Level V-2455 Label, Charger Inlet, 13 AMP JP30 V-2456 Label, Charger Inlet, 20 AMP JP30L V-2580 Label, Brake Panel V-2583 Label, Control Panel V-2579 Label, Signal Panel (Turn Signal Option Only) 07/2015 | Rev.
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List Illustration - JP30L Reference Parts List on following page 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 34...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List - JP30L When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description H-2948 Mat, Platform Z-6329 Cover, Motor Bay (Coated) Z-6328 Assembly, Battery Cover (Coated)
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List - JP30L When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 36...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List - JP30L When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description Z-6266 Weldment, Lift Cradle JP-115 Indexing Plunger JP-114 Linch Pin JP-059 Cylinder, Hydraulic 1”...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List - JP30L When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 38...
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JP-058 Battery, 6V Z-8585 Assembly, Controller EC-2110 Battery, Terminal Insulator Black EC-2837 TSX500 Harness, 11 ft Long Z-8597 Assembly, Suppression Diode JP30 Pump Motor G-1503-1050N Flatwasher, ¼ EC-2836 Kit, Power Cable Z-6296 Frame EC-2707 Assembly, Light Side Marker (Amber) EC-2708 Assembly, Light Side Marker (Red) Screw, 10 –...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. 07/2015 | Rev. 10 Page | 40...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description J-5815 Plate, Heat Shrink EC-2090 Controller EC-1618 Fuse Block, ANL Limiters H-3808 Standoff, Female Thread 5 Long...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description S-2733-01 Panel, Switch 14142 Flange, Latch 14144 Block, Contact Red 14143 Block, Contact Green...
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Models: JP30, JP30L Electric Towbarless Tug Parts List When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit. Item Part Number Description EC-2819 Light, LED Red H-3804 Bracket, Gasket H-3805 Bracket, LED Holder EC-2820 Harness, LED Light G-1476-105010 Screw, Socket Button head Cap, ¼...
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APPENDIX - I INS-1857 Hydraulic Schematic...
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APPENDIX - II INS-2276 Electrical Schematic...
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APPENDIX - III INS-2277 INS-2278 Wiring Diagrams...
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APPENDIX - IV Deep Cycle Battery Handling, Maintenance Test Procedures...
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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S OBWXU4825TA, OBWXU4840TA Battery Chargers For Industrial Use: Designed for gel, wet cell, AGM, and Lithium Ion Batteries (Lithium ion applications must be factory programmed) Quick Charge Corp.
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QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS: The charger is programmable to charge different battery types and is preset at the factory to match the batteries installed. If batteries are replaced with a different style or brand, the program may need to be changed. See section on reprogramming. The charger will work from a 120 or 230 volt 50-60HZ supply.
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By switching the meter to amps, the charge current is displayed. In this case, 25. 40 for a 40 amp charger. Will be less on partially discharged batteries. NOTE: It does not matter what position the meter switch is in. It is for viewing and not operating. As the batteries become charged, the amps will decrease and the voltage will increase.
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EQUALIZATION: When using multiple batteries in a series string, cells become uneven during charge and discharge cycles. At least once a month perform two charge cycles back to back, this will give a chance for cells that are lagging behind to catch up, and is important to overall battery performance. NOTE: This only needs to be done when using the wet cell or AGM settings with a standard, or extended gassing/absorption cycle.
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BATTERY SAFETY & CARE INFORMATION: Always wear protective eye shields and clothing when working with batteries. Batteries contain acids which can cause bodily harm. Do not put wrenches or other metal objects across the battery terminal or battery top. Arcing or explosion of the battery can result. Do not wear jewelry when working around batteries.
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REPROGRAMMING: Remove sheet metal screws holding cover on. Select the switch configuration that most closely matches your application. Whether choosing maintenance mode, or shut off is a personal preference, however the maintenance mode assures batteries will remain charged and won’t self discharge. IMPORTANT: Use switch numbers as a guide, as some boards may be upside down, and reversed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING: Symptom Cause Corrective Action No voltage reading on meter Connected reverse to battery, Correct polarity, or connect to when connected to battery, and or not connected to battery. battery. On chargers having a the LED flashes red/green. white and black wire, white is positive.
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Symptom Cause Corrective Action The charger blows the branch The branch circuit is too Relocate charger to a branch circuit fuse/circuit breaker a small. circuit with a heavier rating, or short while after being switched remove other loads on the circuit. Batteries use water, get hot, or One or more dead cells.
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QUICK CHARGE OBWXU Battery Chargers “LIMITED WARRANTY” Quick Charge Corporation warrants the OBWXU line of chargers for three (3) years from the date of purchase. After the warranty period, chargers returned to the factory for repair will be charged a minimum rate of $25.00. Charger will be returned, freight and repair charges, C.O.D. unless other arrangements have been made.
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APPENDIX - VI Honeywell Battery and Time Controller Operating Instructions...
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DECLARATION of CONFORMITY The design, development and manufacture is in accordance with European Community guidelines Towbarless Tug JP30 JP30L Relevant provisions complied with by the machinery: 2006/42/EC EN 1915-1 EN 12312-7 Relevant standards complied with by the machinery: EN ISO 12100-1...
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Can you send me a copy / picture of the battery terminal connections for a JP30 aircraft tug? This is a 16 battery system.
The Tronair JP30 aircraft tug with a 16-battery system refers to the JP30L model. The JP30L has sixteen 6-volt batteries connected in series and parallel to provide 48 volts and 470 Ah (20-hour rate).
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