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Southwest Windpower Whisper 200 Owner's Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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WHISPER WIND GENERATORS
MODEL Whisper 200
For the *NEW* Whisper Controller
Southwest Windpower, Inc.
1801 West Route 66
Flagstaff, Arizona 86001
Phone: (928)-779-9463
Fax: (928)-779-1485
Email: info@windenergy.com
Web page: http://www.windenergy.com
© January 2005 Southwest Windpower , Inc
All Right Reserved
WIND GENERATOR SERIAL NUMBER ________________

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  • Page 1 MODEL Whisper 200 For the *NEW* Whisper Controller Southwest Windpower, Inc. 1801 West Route 66 Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 Phone: (928)-779-9463 Fax: (928)-779-1485 Email: info@windenergy.com Web page: http://www.windenergy.com © January 2005 Southwest Windpower , Inc All Right Reserved WIND GENERATOR SERIAL NUMBER ________________...
  • Page 2 The Customer’s Responsibilities All of Southwest Windpower’s products must be installed and operated in accordance to this owner’s manual and local codes. Any modifications to the turbine system design will void the warranty and compromise the safety of the machine.
  • Page 3 For the *NEW* Whisper Controller Southwest Windpower, Inc. 1801 W Route 66 Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 Phone: (928)-779-9463 Fax: (928)-779-1485 Email: info@windenergy.com Web page: http://www.windenergy.com © January 2005 Southwest Windpower , Inc All Right Reserved WIND GENERATOR SERIAL NUMBER ________________ SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 1. INSTALLATION 2. PURCHASE BATTERIES OF PROPER SIZE 3. SETTING TURBINE VOLTAGE 4. CHOOSE BATTERY LOCATION 5. WIND GENERATOR ELECTRICAL TESTS 6. MOUNT WIND GENERATOR ON TOWER 7.
  • Page 5 Introduction Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B WELCOME TO YOUR RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEM! ELECTRICITY FROM THE WIND AND SUN: Renewable electric power systems provide independent (no utility grid!) electric power for boats, homeowners, farms, villages and commercial applications such as telecommunications. If utility power is available, your renewable energy system can reduce the electric bill and with a battery system provide back up electricity during storms or line failure.
  • Page 6 The illustration below depicts a typical installation. For more information regarding specifications of wind, wind/solar and inverter systems, contact Southwest Windpower. Note that the illustration below is for information purposes only. See the appropriate section to properly wire your own wind system.
  • Page 7 Introduction Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B Overview of Wind Generator Whisper 200 Shown Blade Tail Fin Assembled Generator Blade Extender Tail Stalk Tower Insert What you should have with your Whisper wind generator Assembled Generator Blades Nose Cone...
  • Page 8 The following tables are used to determine the wire size based on your system voltage and the distance required to connect your Whisper 200 to the WHISPER Controller. Distances are one way distances from the turbine connection to Whisper Controller terminals.

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B 1. INSTALLATION 1. TOWER LOCATION/TYPE AND Tower height minimum: 7m (20 ft) above trees or obsta- HEIGHT. INSTALL TOWER cles within 100m (300 ft). (Install tower following manufacturer’s instructions.) Tower height minimum is 7 meters (20 feet) above trees or obstacles within 100m (300ft).

  • Page 10: Setting Turbine Voltage

    3. SETTING TURBINE VOLTAGE Introduction The Whisper 200 Wind Generator must be configured for the correct system voltage - 12, 24, 36 or 48 volts. All Whisper Wind Generators are shipped from the factory configured for 24 volt operation unless specially ordered.
  • Page 11 Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B Voltage Configuration Wiring Table SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...

  • Page 12: Choose Battery Location

    Installation Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B 4. CHOOSE BATTERY LOCATION Locate battery in moderately stable room temperature, dry 24 Volt Configuration unoccupied building. Battery performance is optimal at room temperatures. Run AC power from inverter to house or load.

  • Page 13: Wind Generator Electrical Tests

    Installation Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B 5. WIND GENERATOR ELECTRICAL TESTS Complete these tests before mounting blades to rotor. These tests confirm that the wind generator was not damaged in shipment and is ready to install on the tower.
  • Page 14 Installation Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B 6. CONNECT WIRES AND MOUNT WIND GENERATOR TO TOWER Mounting Instructions Check fit of insert by placing it inside the tower. A maximum of 1.5 mm (1/16 in) play is allowed. You must be able to pull pipe or tube tight against insert with mounting bolts.

  • Page 15: Whisper Controller - Mounting

    LED to turn off. Try not to allow the connection to “bounce” causing the microprocessor to power up and then power down quickly. This kind of quick on-off cycle can cause the microprocessor to latch up. If it latches and the Red LED is unresponsive, contact Southwest Windpower for instructions on resetting the microprocessor. SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER...
  • Page 16 Installation Installation Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B Whisper Controller Wiring Diagram WHISPER Controller Optional Ground Anemometer NRG #40 Fuse Included Wire size for wiring to the battery (3 meters each way): 12V system: 1/0 gauge or larger...

  • Page 17: Whisper Controller Display Installation

    Installation Installation Whisper 200 Owners Manual Document #0212 REV B Whisper Controller Components Whisper Controller Display Whisper Controller Electronic Cover Whisper Controller Resistive Loadbank (Dumpload) Diversion Switch and LED’s (Far Side) Whisper Controller Electronics Whisper Controller Regulation Potentiometer 9. DISPLAY INSTALLATION—OPTIONAL The optional display was designed to be mounted either on the Whisper Controller base unit, or in a wall type switch re- ceptacle.
  • Page 18 Installation Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B 10. INSTALL TAIL Item Number Description Quantity Assembled Generator Tail Stalk Tail Fin Hex Bolts, M8 x 55 Nylon Washer, M8 X 31 SSTL Washer, M8 x 24 Nylock Nut, M8...

  • Page 19: Install Blades And Nose Cone

    3. Install blade (#6), rounded edge advancing clock-wise, on Extension (#1) using cut washer (#10) on outside mounting bolt. Using bolts (#11), Washers (#9 and #10), and Nuts (#7), tighten all bolts to 18 Ft-lbs (24Nm) torque. Repeat for remaining Blades. Note: Tapered ground end of extensions faces towards blades. WHISPER 200 Leading Edge Blade Installation...

  • Page 20: Becoming Familiar With The Whisper Controller

    The Whisper Controller is a one or two part system specifically designed to control the operation and convert the power of a Southwest Windpower Whisper 100 or 200. Its basic functions are rectification, regulation, and resistive power dump- ing. However, to best accommodate many individual customers, the Whisper Controller offers many features and adjust- able operation parameters.
  • Page 21 14.4V 28.8v 43.2v 57.6v Turn ½ CW 14.0V 28.0v 42.0v 56.0v 15.0V 30.0v 45.0v 60.0v Turn ¾ CW 14.0V 28.0v 42.0v 56.0v 16.0V 32.0v 48.0v 64.0v Full Turn CW 14.0V 28.0v 42.0v 56.0v 17.0V 34.0v 51.0v 68.0v SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...
  • Page 22 Normal Operation—Whisper Controller Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B 6. Whisper Controller Display Normal Operation – Whisper Controller Display The Whisper Controller Display adds a tremendous set of features to your wind turbine system. Controller measure- ments can be monitored and operational parameters can be adjusted. Take the time to learn about your Whisper Con- troller Display to take advantage of its many features.
  • Page 23 “B” return to Main Menu Regulation Regulation ON voltage: “A” go to regulation off menu 15.8v “B” Increase ON set voltage Regulation Regulation OFF voltage: “A” go to regulation set menu 12.8V “B” Increase OFF set voltage SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...
  • Page 24 Normal Operation—Whisper Controller Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B Reset Reset “B” “B” “B” “B” Energy History “A” “A” “A” Main Display “B” “B” “B” Mode Regulation “A” “A” “A” “A” Charge On/Off “A” Regulation Regulation “B” “B”...

  • Page 25: Maintenance- Monthly

    Check for broken strands and tighten guys. 4. CHECK THE BATTERY Add only distilled water if needed. (Consult your battery manufacturer guide.) Tighten battery connections Remove corrosion and protect terminals Wipe tops with baking soda solution. SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...

  • Page 26: Maintenance - Annual

    Maintenance Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B 14. MAINTENANCE - ANNUAL LOWER TOWER AND GIVE WIND GENERATOR A COMPLETE MECHANICAL CHECK. FIX OR Do not tighten REPLACE ANY WORN OR LOOSE pivot pin nut. PARTS. Check tightness of all tower mounting nuts and bolts and propeller mounting bolts.
  • Page 27 Maintenance Whisper H-80 Manual Document #0212 REV B Maintenance Log Observe Monthly and Annual Inspection Requirements! Record ALL maintenance and repair work! Date Problem/Observation Action Taken SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting And Repair

    Troubleshooting and Repair Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B 15. TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR WIND GENERATOR SYSTEM First, one must determine if the problem is mechanical or electrical. Refer to the two illustrations below and then proceed to the appropriate section.
  • Page 29 Loctite or equivalent inside of mast, governor pivot bolt thread-locking compound. loose. c. Worn bearings i. Contact factory to replace bearings d. Shaft broken i. Contact factory to replace shaft SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting and Repair Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS - DETERMINING THE TYPE OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEM Electrical problems can be in the generator, wiring or in the Whisper Controller. Determine which as follows: Wind generator will not start (blades turn slowly as if the diversion switch is engaged): On a day of moderate wind, disconnect the three wires from the wind generator one at a time at the Whisper Controller.
  • Page 31 Battery voltage low, or a dead battery. i. Disconnect loads and let battery 5. Propeller runs too slowly, output charge. low, no unusual mechanical noise b. Incorrect turbine wiring i. Check wind generator wiring connections or rewire SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting and Repair Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B Table: Symptoms of Whisper Controller Problems Symptom Possible Cause Correction Propeller turns slowly, even in a. Brake Switch ON i. Move switch to "OFF" strong wind b. Shorted diode i.
  • Page 33 The following two sheets provide a complete exploded view and parts list of the Whisper 200. It is included as a guide for replacement parts and troubleshooting. It is, however, recommended that any internal repair of the turbine be performed by the factory or your authorized distributor.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting and Repair Whisper 200 Operators Manual Document #0212 REV B Exploded View Parts List-Whisper 200 Item No. Description Quantity Southwest Windpower Part # - H80 Casting Top IAA07 Nylock Nut, M8 IAR17 Hex Head Cap Screw M8 x20 IAR07...
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting and Repair Whisper H-80 Manual Document #0212 REV B SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER 11/22/2004...

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