Summary of Contents for ECLECTIC ENERGY D400
- Page 1 USER’S MANUAL tle Here D400 Wind Generator Serial Number:_______________ Voltage:_____________________...
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Page 2: Safety Issues
Safety Issues • When installing the D400, exercise due care at all times. The turbine weighs 17.2 kilograms and is awkward in shape. It is best to plan the installation carefully in advance and enlist some help when erecting the machine in order to avoid accidents. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Thank you for purchasing the D400 Wind Generator, designed and manufactured by Eclectic Energy Limited. The D400 is one of the most efficient, powerful and well-engineered turbines currently available. Please read the entire manual thoroughly prior to installation to ensure your personal safety and the optimum performance of the equipment. -
Page 4: Features Of The D400
The noise and vibration usually associated with small wind turbines has been designed out of the D400. This has been achieved by making the turbine run relatively slowly for a given electrical output. In a given wind speed and a given electrical output, the D400 rotates at less than one quarter the speed of some competitor units. -
Page 5: Output
Dimensions, output 700 mm Rated outputs 225 watts at 11 m/s, 400 watts at 16.5 m/s All performance figures are indicative. Actual outputs may vary. E&OE... -
Page 6: Checklist (Parts, Tools Etc)
Checklist Check that you have received in your delivery two cartons containing: 1 x alternator body 5 x air blades 1 x tail 2 x hub plates 1 x air hub spacer Fasteners 1 x tower liner 1 x nose cone Required for installation: Mounting Tower Extension cable... - Page 7 For ketches and yawls, a mizzen mount is often suitable. The D400 is also suitable for mounting on a stub tower from stern arches and targas. Contact your Dealer or Eclectic Energy Limited for further information.
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Page 8: Terrestrial Mounting
D400 in the clearest, fastest airflow possible. Aim to mount your D400 at least 8 metres above the height of any surrounding obstruction within a 100 metre radius. If this is impractical, aim to mount the turbine as high as possible. -
Page 9: Freestanding Towers
In order to ensure that an acceptable blade to tower clearance is maintained, a stub tower should be used between the D400 and the free-standing tower. See illustration. Roof Mounting Due to its quiet, vibration-free operation, the D400 is particularly suitable for rooftop mounting. -
Page 10: Assembling The D400
Assembling the D400 Your D400 is supplied in two cartons. Unpack these and check the parts against the list at the beginning of this manual. • Assemble the air rotor by sliding together the keys and mortises at the hub of the five air blades. - Page 11 (see pictures). Fitting D400 to the Tower Remove the tower liner from the D400’s yaw shaft, and check it for fit with the proposed mounting tower. It is far preferable to discover it does not fit at this juncture rather than when you are actually attempting installation.
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Page 12: Electrical Connections
The cable sizes recommended above will ensure acceptably high transmission efficiencies. Where the D400 is fitted to a tall mounting tower, ensure the weight of the hanging cable is taken by a strain relief arrangement within the tower, rather than allowing all the weight to hang on the D400 cable connection. -
Page 13: Stopping The D400 / Braking Switch
However, where extreme storm force winds are forecast, it is prudent to stop the machine and secure the rotor blades with a rope lashing. The D400 can be stopped by gripping the tail and turning the machine out of the wind, securing the blades once they have stopped rotating. -
Page 14: Electrical Installation / Circuit Diagrams
Single battery bank installation It is recommended that the D400 is hard wired to the battery system. In yacht installations, the cable should enter the yacht via a cable gland. Deck plugs and sockets should not be used as they represent a shock hazard if they accidentally become disconnected. - Page 15 D400 directly to the battery, the meter will fail to ‘see’ the D400, and register no output. *For fuse sizes, see note on page 11. The D400 is fitted with 4.5 mm² output fly leads Refer to page 11 for suggested connection cable sizes...
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Page 16: Performance And Expectation
40 – 50 hours of operation before mechanical friction falls to its design level. As a result, your D400 may seem a little slow to respond in light winds until this ‘running in’ period has passed. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
• output, the black meter lead to the black output, and spin the unit by hand. On a 12 V D400, you should be able to produce 4, 5 or even 6 volts, depending on how hard you spin. If you see voltages in this range, then the D400 is probably OK. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Erratic yaw action; the D400 turns off the wind and is unstable – the D400 is normally very stable in yaw. If the turbine appears to ‘hunt around’ its axis, this could be due to turbulence in the airflow. If so, the problem should disappear when the wind changes direction or the yacht is in a different location. - Page 19 Undue mechanically transmitted noise or vibration • Noise or vibration transmitted down the shaft – suspect a loose rotor. Grasp an blade and rock the rotor to check if there is any relative movement between the rotor and the alternator shaft. If play is felt, remove hub parts and re-build, fitting a new hub centre.
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Page 20: Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance The D400 is robustly engineered and should give years of trouble-free service. Bearing life in normal windspeed conditions is expected to be in excess of 10 years. Shaft seals may benefit from replacement after five years. The yaw bearing brushes should not require replacement during the life of the machine. -
Page 21: Guarantee
Nottinghamshire United Kingdom NG22 9FD Damage caused by mishandling, faulty installation or accident is not covered. Eclectic Energy can not be liable for damage caused by the D400 in the event of accidental contact, incorrect installation or insufficient care. However, Eclectic Energy Limited is committed to provide after sales care as fully and efficiently as possible in order to support our customers. - Page 22 D400 Wind Turbine Specifications Rated power 235 W @ 11m/s (22 knots), 420 W @ 14 m/s (28 knots) Maxiumum power 600 + W Performance & Rotational speed 1100 rpm @14m/s Power outputs Cut-in speed 2.5m/s (5 Knots) Cut-out wind speed...