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- Page 1 LE-v150 & LE-v150 Extreme Turbine Installation & Operation Guide A silent and robust vertical axis wind power for a range of off-grid applications... Leading Edge Turbines Ltd Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 1 of 28...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents ........................2 Read this first ......................3 Introduction ........................ 4 Safety Precautions ...................... 5 Specifications ......................6 Package Contents ......................7 Tools Required For Assembly ..................7 Mechanical Assembly Procedure ................8 Electrical Installation ....................10 Turbine Operation ....................13 Maintenance ...................... -
Page 3: Read This First
Read this first 1. Don’t connect the wind turbine in the wrong polarity Make sure you connect the +ve of the turbine to the +ve of the battery (red to red) and the -ve of the turbine to the -ve of the battery (black to black). Failing to do so will damage the equipment and invalidate your warranty. -
Page 4: Introduction
This installation manual covers the both the standard LE-v150 and the LE-v150 Extreme wind turbine. All references to the LE-v150 includes the LE-v150 Extreme; the LE-v150 Extreme is painted black and optimised for locations where winds regularly gust to more than 27m/s (60mph). -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
Your LE-v150 turbine will inevitably be installed upon a mast or tower or other support structure. This may mean working at height. Always ensure that all personnel in the immediate vicinity are aware of any lifting / hoisting operations that will be occurring. -
Page 6: Specifications
Specifications Turbine Name: LE-v150 Part Number: GA-LETU-013 Turbine Name: LE-v150 Extreme Part Number: GA-LETU-023 Nominal Voltage: 12V / 24V / 48V DC Rotor Diameter: 270 mm Rated Wind Velocity: 8 m/s Rated Output: 24 Watts Start-up Wind Velocity: 4 m/s... -
Page 7: Package Contents
Fig 2: Energy Conversion Package Contents Your LE-v150 turbine will arrive containing the components shown below. If any of the components are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. LE-v150 Turbine: Qty 1 User Manual: Qty 1 Tools Required For Assembly You will require the following tools to assemble your LE-v150 turbine: ... -
Page 8: Mechanical Assembly Procedure
Mechanical Assembly Procedure 1) Unpacking - Inspect the contents of the box and ensure that all items are present and free from damage. If any of the components are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. 2) Check Main Rotor & Continuity - Ensure that the main rotor is free turning and does not scrape or rub as it rotates - see Fig 3. - Page 9 4) Fix the turbine in its mounting Position – With the turbine removed from the baseboard, it can now be fitted in its intended position. The LE-v150 is supplied as standard with three universal flat mounting brackets. Dimensions of the brackets can be found below. Using 70mm Exhaust clamps, the turbine can be fixed to a 50mm outer diameter pole.
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Page 10: Electrical Installation
This type of system will often expand ‘organically’, but the following guidelines should be followed: Follow the appropriate electrical code - The electrical wiring of your LE-v150 turbine and associated electrical systems must be done in accordance with national and local electrical codes and regulations. - Page 11 When the LE-v150 is to be used in a hybrid system with multiple power sources such as solar PV, we recommend that you use our 45A diversion charge controller and separate dump load.
- Page 12 Fig 4: Simple ‘Stand-Alone’ battery-charging wiring diagram Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 12 of 28...
- Page 13 Fig 6: Typical ‘Hybrid’ wind /PV System wiring diagram Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 13 of 28...
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Page 14: Turbine Operation
Turbine Operation The LE-v150 turbine is based on a simple design for ease of installation and reliable operation. You may notice the following behaviour during normal operation: Cut-in - The turbine will not begin to charge the batteries until the rotor is spinning at approximately 120 RPM. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Maintenance Please follow the preventive maintenance programme listed below. This will ensure that the turbine operates reliably and safely with good efficiency. Always shut down the turbine before attempting to carry out maintenance. Post-Installation Checks (to be carried out one month after installation): ... -
Page 16: Spares
Spares The following components may need to be replaced during the service life of your LE-v150 turbine. Please contact your nearest Leading Edge Turbines’ Dealer, and quote the part numbers listed below. Rotor Blade (set of 3): DP-LETU-303 (x3) Bearing Housing:... -
Page 17: Warranty
Warranty Your LE-v150 turbine from Leading Edge Turbines (LET) carries a two-year warranty, as supported by a retailer’s receipt. The warranty starts from the date of installation or ninety (90) days after shipment from the LET factory, whichever comes first. -
Page 18: Disclaimer
The user of this information and product assumes full responsibility and risk. The LE-v150 turbine is a source of electrical power. It must be installed in accordance with local building and electrical regulations. Consult your local planning (zoning) office for details. -
Page 19: Appendix 1: Dl-300 Charge Controller User Manual
Appendix 1: DL-300 Charge Controller User Manual Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 19 of 28... - Page 20 Operation & Specification As the LE-v150 turbine charges the batteries the State of Charge (SOC) and battery voltage will rise. Once the batteries reach full capacity, the dump load controller begins to bleed power from the turbine into the dump load.
- Page 21 Safety must always be your primary concern during the assembly, installation and operation of your LE-v150 turbine and DL-300 charge controller. Always be aware of the risks involved with mechanical and electrical installation work. If in doubt about any issue regarding your turbine system, please seek further assistance before proceeding.
- Page 22 A 24V DL300 controller should only be used on a 24V battery system. Do not interchange. Follow the appropriate electrical code - The electrical wiring of your LE-v150 turbine and associated electrical systems must be done in accordance with national and local electrical codes and regulations.
- Page 23 Protect the cables - The power transmission cables must be protected from mechanical damage and fatigue. Run the cables through an approved conduit / trunking. Cable strain relief - Prevent mechanical strain on all cables. Cable ties or cable glands are a good way to prevent mechanical strain on the cables.
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Page 24: Appendix 2: Run / Stop Switch User Manual
Appendix 2: Run / Stop Switch User Manual Only operate in light winds Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 24 of 28... -
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Universal Run / Stop Switch. This will assure optimum performance and safety. The Universal Run / Stop Switch is designed to allow the user to dynamically brake a LE-v150 turbine or LE-v150 turbine at will. This is achieved by disconnecting the power output of the turbine from the relevant load and diverting it to a short circuit which then applies the dynamic braking effect on the permanent magnet alternator of the turbine. -
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Ensure that you have followed the cable-sizing guidelines to ensure that the correct size of cable has been selected. If a cable of insufficient cross-sectional area is used at any point in the electrical system, heat will build up in the cables causing a potential fire hazard. A properly-sized fuse or circuit breaker should be used in the cables connected to the battery. -
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Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 27 of 28... - Page 28 Contact Us Your Local Distributor Leading Edge Turbines Ltd Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW Tel: +44 (0)1981 241 668 info@leturbines.com www.leturbines.com Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK www.leturbines.com Page 28 of 28...