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Tech Tips 

Tech Tips are monthly newsletters that explain how to maintain the Idle Free eAPU® system and install it correctly.
If you would like to receive future Tech Tips, send your email address and a request for Tech Tips to techsupport@idlefreesystems.com.
July 2021 - Electric APU Weight Exemption
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June 2021 - Routine Maintenance
File Size: 121 kb
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April 2021 - Pre-Summer Cleaning/Service
File Size: 282 kb
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March 2021 - Heater Troubleshooting
File Size: 121 kb
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February 2021 - Winter Maintenance
File Size: 143 kb
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January 2021 - eAPU Battery Health
File Size: 136 kb
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December 2020 - Warranty Repairs
File Size: 146 kb
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November 2020 - Battery Combiner
File Size: 124 kb
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October 2020 - Thermostat Dip Switches
File Size: 169 kb
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September 2020 - Webasto Coolant Heater
File Size: 251 kb
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August 2020 - Warranty Registration
File Size: 144 kb
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July 2020 - Support Videos
File Size: 157 kb
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June 2020 - System Runtime
File Size: 146 kb
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May 2020 - Dealer Portal Access & Diagnostics
File Size: 162 kb
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April 2020 - Tech Support / Dealer Portal
File Size: 162 kb
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March 2020 - Clean Equipment
File Size: 272 kb
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February 2020 - eAPU Heat
File Size: 226 kb
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January 2020 - Maintenance Reminder
File Size: 274 kb
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December 2019 - What Battery to Use in eAPU
File Size: 197 kb
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November 2019 - Driver Orientation
File Size: 207 kb
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October 2019 - Warranty Registration
File Size: 220 kb
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September 2019 - eAPU Coolant Heater
File Size: 245 kb
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August 2019 - Shore Power Battery Charger
File Size: 167 kb
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July 2019 - Warranty Registration
File Size: 170 kb
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June 2019 - System Runtime
File Size: 159 kb
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May 2019 - eAPU Condenser Fan Controls
File Size: 271 kb
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April 2019 - eAPU Battery Information
File Size: 1992 kb
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March 2019 - Effects of chemicals to treat roads
File Size: 160 kb
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February 2019 - AC Inop
File Size: 274 kb
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January 2019 - Truck Frame Size
File Size: 882 kb
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December 2018 - Accessing Technical Support
File Size: 1039 kb
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November 2018 - Battery Separator
File Size: 197 kb
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October 2018 - The Impacts of Idle Reduction on Your Bottom Line
File Size: 730 kb
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September 2018 - Diagnostic Tool
File Size: 323 kb
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August 2018 - AC
File Size: 117 kb
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July 2018 - AC Circuity
File Size: 372 kb
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June 2018 - Evaporator and Thermostat
File Size: 367 kb
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May 2018 - Air Conditioning Preventative Maintenance
File Size: 405 kb
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April 2018 - Battery Separator
File Size: 457 kb
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March 2018 - Charging Circuit
File Size: 416 kb
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February 2018 - Warranty Registration
File Size: 147 kb
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January 2018 - Switches
File Size: 351 kb
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December 2017 - Improvements to Idle Free's eAPU
File Size: 1818 kb
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November 2017 - Frame-Rail Unit Installation
File Size: 499 kb
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October 2017 - Battery Separator
File Size: 393 kb
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September 2017 - Thermo Top C Heater Maintenance
File Size: 311 kb
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August 2017 - NHTSA Recall 15E034
File Size: 238 kb
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July 2017 - Overlooked Items
File Size: 268 kb
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June 2017 - Batteries and Diagnostic Tool
File Size: 322 kb
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May 2017 - Batteries
File Size: 1994 kb
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April 2017 - Lead Acid Battery Basics
File Size: 860 kb
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March 2017 - 12 Volt APU Connections Overview
File Size: 291 kb
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February 2017 - Frame Rail Unit Installation
File Size: 589 kb
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January 2017 - Battery Care & Maintenance
File Size: 154 kb
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December 2016 - Troubleshooting the Coolant Heater
File Size: 317 kb
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November 2016 - Coolant Heater Maintenance
File Size: 220 kb
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 Technical Service Bulletin

Technical Service Bulletins provide background information on technical issues related to APUs. Bulletins explain the field concerns with the issue, the corrective action for the problem and what support resources Idle Free Systems offers.
If you would like to receive future Technical Service Bulletins, send your email address and a request for Technical Service Bulletins to techsupport@idlefreesystems.com.
Torque Specifications
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Cable Strain Relief
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