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OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL 28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS 04/2010 - Rev. 02 Includes Illustrated Parts Lists Tronair, Inc. Phone: (419) 866-6301 | 800-426-6301 1 Air Cargo Pkwy East Web: www.tronair.com Swanton, OH 43558 Email: sales@tronair.com...
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28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ................................1 SAFETY NOTES ..............................1 TECHNICAL DATA ................................2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................3 INTRODUCTION ..............................3 DETAILED DESCRIPTION ..........................3 PERFORMANCE UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS ..................3 SYSTEM CONTROL ............................4 SAFETY AND PROTECTION ..........................
This manual describes the Tronair 28V Ground Power Unit (GPU). If you follow these instructions you will be able to handle the equipment with confidence and utilize all its facilities.
28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS SAFETY NOTES (continued) Explanation of the warning symbols used in these operating instructions are as follows: WARNING Appears alongside all instructions which must be followed exactly in order to eliminate personal injury and corruption/destruction of data...
28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION The 28V GPU is manufactured using the latest state-of-the-art technology. The design concept and the selected components utilize the latest trends in power electronics, and represents the best solution for the different problems of Ground Power Supplies.
28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION (continued) SYSTEM CONTROL System control consists of one System Interface Board, a firing board, a local or remote volt sensing switch, one Operator Panel. The local or remote volt sensing switch selects local volt sensing (at the GPU) or remote volt sensing (at the end of the DC output cable, the load).
28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION (continued) CONTROL PANEL There is a local Control Panel on the cubicle door of the converter which contains a light emitting diode (LED) indications, switches, and meters The LED’s on the control panel are red, green and yellow. They are also bi-functional, able to display as steady state or flashing.
On completion of any work requiring the opening of the equipment doors or panels or removal of cover plates or gland plates, the unit should be thoroughly vacuumed out and re-packed or protected. Tronair accepts no liability for any damage to equipment caused by physical mal-treatment or by ingress of foreign material.
Details are shown in the Technical Data (Section 2). The cooling air must always be free of corrosive agents. You should consult your Tronair representative if planning an installation above 1000 meters. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (POWER) 4.5.1...
1.5%, and that the connecting cables should be as short as possible especially the output cable (less than 10 m/30 feet is recommended). Tronair should be consulted if these requirements cannot be met.
Operator Controls COMMISSIONING WARNING! Before initial start-up, check the following: Is the equipment damaged? If yes, do not put into service without consulting your Tronair representative Is the cabling properly installed? (Mains, output, remote control, etc.,?) Correct if necessary 5.2.1...
28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS COMMISSIONING (continued) 5.2.2 Settings The rectifier is 60 Hz and is capable of being operated with 208V, 240V or 480V. Before the mains supply is switched on, the unit type has to be adjusted correctly.
NOTE In the event of a fault, the system fault messages should be evaluated using the chart below. If the cause of the fault is within the converter and you cannot clear it with your own personnel, please contact your Tronair Service representative: TRONAIR, Inc.
28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS TROUBLE SHOOTING (continued) PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF MALFUNCTIONS Follow the steps below in case of malfunctions: Action Upon Fault Detection (Green) Amber Output Fault Fault Sense Input SCR Firing Input Condition Output...
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 7.1.1 General Because of their construction, Tronair converters require practically no maintenance. The few operations necessary should be carried out carefully since they contribute to the trouble-free operation and increased service life of the installation. 7.1.2 Cleanliness Always ensure that the system environment is kept as free as possible of dust, metal chips, lubricants, etc.
GUARANTEES/LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Tronair products are warranted to be free of manufacturing or material defects for a period of one year 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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28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS Parts List When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model & Serial Number of your product. Item Part Number Description G-1439-1050-S Nutsert, Thinwall ¼ - 20 Nutsert, 3/8 – 16 Open End G-1439-1070-S G-1503-1070N...
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28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS Parts List When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model & Serial Number of your product. Item Part Number Description J-4324 Buss Bar Bridge J-4303 Buss Bar J-4304 Buss Bar EC-2134 Resistor EC-2133 Capacitor G-1112-105010 Bolt, ¼...
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28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS Parts List When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model & Serial Number of your product. Item Part Number Description S-2293 Door/Control panel H-3155 Handle, Circuit Breaker EC-2008-02 LED Green ( EC-2008 LED Amber...
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28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS Parts List When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model & Serial Number of your product. Item Part Number Description EC-1027 Contactor, DC Output Cable EC-2075 Diode, Plug-In Relay Socket EC-2065 Terminal Block, 4 Pole Black...
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28.5 VDC Ground Power Unit Model: 112860S0000FEDS Parts List When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model & Serial Number of your product. Item Part Number Description S-2292-01 Fan, Panel EC-2139 Fan, Squirrel Cage G-1582-M4010 Screw, Hex Head Cap, 4M 10 LG SS...
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APPENDIX I Wiring Diagram and Schedule Single Output...
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INS-2044 112860S0000 FEDS WIRING SCHEDULE WIRE WIRE LETTER SIZE/COLOR FROM FAN CONTROL PCB PCB3 TERMINAL (F) UNIT COOLING FAN FAN1 (BLUE WIRE) 20/BLUE WHITE TERMINAL BLOCK (2) UNIT COOLING FAN FAN1 (BROWN WIRE) 20/BROWN DC 1 ON LAMP L4 TERMINAL (MINUS) LATCH RELAY K1 TERMINAL (8) 20/GREEN P-10 HARNESS CONNECTOR (PIN 3)
EN60146 part 1-1 EN 61000-6-2 NFPA 70 Identification of person empowered to sign on behalf of the Manufacturer: Quality Assurance Representative Tronair, Inc. Phone: (419) 866-6301 | 800-426-6301 1 Air Cargo Pkwy East Web: www.tronair.com Swanton, OH 43558 Email: sales@tronair.com...
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