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400 Watt Windmill
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User's Manual
Version: 2021, Apr.

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  • Page 1 400 Watt Windmill User’s Manual Version: 2021, Apr.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.4 Manual Stop Switch ................7 3. PACKAGE CONTENTS ................9 3.1 Parts List ......................9 3.2 System Wiring Diagrams ................10 4. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE..............11 5. AUTOMAXX BLUETOOTH APP..............14 6. MAINTENANCE ..................16 7. FAQS ......................17 8. TROUBLESHOOTING ................20 9. WARRANTY ....................21 APPENDIX A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......24 APPENDIX B BEAUFORT WIND SCALE ..........26...

  • Page 4: Safety

    1. SAFETY Your wind turbine is designed with your safety as the priority. However, there are still some inherent dangers involved with any electrical and/or mechanical equipment. Safety must be the primary concern as you plan the location, installation, and operation of the turbine. Please carefully read the following: Important Safety Instructions Carefully go through this manual before initiating the Wind turbine...

  • Page 5: Mechanical Hazard

    1.1 Mechanical Hazard Rotating blades present the most serious mechanical hazard. The rotor blades are made of very strong thermoplastic and the blades may reach velocities over 15 m/s. At this speed, the tip of the blades are nearly invisible and can cause serious injury.
  • Page 6 • The minimum recommended tower height is 22 ft (7 m) to 33 ft (10 m). The wind speed below 22 ft (7 m) constrained by the terrain is low and chaotic. For example: If the wind in your area is more than 30 mph (13.4 m/s), the height of 22 ft (7 m) is recommended.

  • Page 7: Specification And Protection

    20 feet (6m) 2. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION 2.1 Specification Model 400 Watt Turbine Rated speed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s Rated power 400 watts Output Voltage 0-15V Cut-in wind speed 6.7 mph / 3 m/s Survival wind speed 112 mph / 50 m/s Rotor diameter 4 ft / 1.22 m...

  • Page 8: Performance

    *The 400W wind turbine operates in between 0-15V output voltage, we highly recommend using 8 AWG wire and maintaining a distance of 30-60 meters. between the turbine and battery. Using an inappropriate wire gauge will result in wind turbine failure. **Please activate the manual brake when the wind speed exceeds 30 mph (13 m/s).

  • Page 9: System Protection

    2.3 System Protection Your turbine comes equipped with state of the art overcharge protection. When the temperature of the turbine exceeds 80°C (176°F) your turbine will automatically shut down and apply the braking system to your wind turbine to prevent damage. High battery voltage protection 14.8V Overcharging current protection...

  • Page 10: Manual Stop Switch

    2.4 Manual Stop Switch The wind turbine has a built-in controller with braking device protection. Further to this protection, we have incorporated a secondary level of safety and convenience with a manual brake. During periods of high winds (upwards of 30 mph, 13 m/s) it is strongly advised to utilize your manual stop switch.
  • Page 11 Turbine Yellow (BRAKE) Manual Stop Switch NOTES • It is strongly advised to test the manual stop switch periodically. • Your manual stop switch is pre-wired with 8 AWG wire, this should not be altered. • The manual stop switch should be placed close to your turbine in a dry ventilated environment.

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    3. PACKAGE CONTENTS Check the parts listed with the contents of the box and make sure that you have everything needed for assembly. Blade Generator Tail Nose Cone Base Caution: The edges of the blades are sharp. Please handle it with care. 3.1 Parts List Name Quantity...

  • Page 13: System Wiring Diagrams

    3.2 Manual Stop Switch Please refer to the recommended wire gauge table and select the appropriate wire size for your system.

  • Page 14: Installation Procedure

    4. PACKAGE CONTENTS Step 1 : Open box and ensure all parts are present. Step 2: Install the wind turbine to your chosen tower and fasten the bolt securely by using the hex key (The Yaw Shaft includes a rubber spacer to ensure the connection is secure).
  • Page 15 Step 3 : Fasten the blades on the hub with nuts by using the hex key and unilateral open wrench. (Make sure that all of the bolts are secured with nuts.)
  • Page 16 Step 4 : Fit the nose cone onto the hub properly. Step 5 : Final product diagram Note: The wind turbine pole kit is not included with the unit.

  • Page 17: Automaxx Bluetooth App

    5. AUTOMAXX BLUETOOTH APP ： Windmill Pro You can control and monitor your wind turbine by using our Windmill Pro App. You can download the App by scanning the barcode. The barcode is also available on the last page. This is the logo of our App; you can download it from the Apple/ Play store.
  • Page 18 • On top of the home page, the total power generated from the turbine will be displayed. • The bottom section will provide you information such as the wind speed, status of the manual brake, and battery status. • Swipe towards the right-side, the graph will provide the real-time voltage available, current, and power generation by the turbine.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    6. MAINTENANCE Your wind turbine has been designed to run for long periods without requiring any maintenance. The performance will be enhanced if you periodically inspect your system. Review the following simple maintenance procedures and implement them every six months. Caution 1: Do not go near the wind turbine during operation.

  • Page 20: Faqs

    7. FAQS (1) How does the wind turbine control power and RPM in high winds? Your Turbine’s operation will be halted to reduce the risk of damage due to overcharge and over-spin of the rotor blades. This process of braking is handled internally through your Turbines electronics.
  • Page 21 (6) Where can I locate tubing to make a tower? Your wind turbine is designed to make mounting as simple and straightforward as possible. Should you not wish to purchase the custom tower kit feel free to utilize schedule 40 1.5 inch steel tubing. This should be available through your local hardware outlet.
  • Page 22 (9) Is lightning protection necessary? You should ground your wind turbine. Proper grounding (illustrated below) protects individuals to individuals and equipment by eliminating the possibility of dangerous voltage. Remember a steel tower is a conduit for lightning. Every wind turbine and turbine tower needs to be grounded at the tower base even though the system may be grounded at the battery bank.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    (10) What effect does radio interference have on my wind turbine? The internal circuitry of the wind turbine is shielded and filtered to prevent radio interference and has been tested to ensure electromagnetic compatibility. 8. TROUBLESHOOTING You may require an extra person to assist with these tests. (1) Remove the blade/hub from the turbine.

  • Page 24: Warranty

    9. WARRANTY We warrant your product to be free from defects in material and/or workmanship for 1 year from the original date of purchase. Warranty coverage is extended only to the customer (original purchaser). If the product proves defective during the warranty period, the manufacturer, at its option will: Replace wind turbine with a new or refurbished product.
  • Page 25 Disclaimer EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESSED WARR ANT Y SE T FOR TH ABOVE, THE MANUFAC TURER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, MERCHANTABILITY, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WHETHER OR NOT SIMILAR TO ANY OTHER WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, SHALL EXIST concerning THE PRODUCT SOLD UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
  • Page 26 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE MANUFACTURER OR ITS AFFILIATES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, RESULTING FROM THE DEFECT, REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, SHIPMENT OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF THE MANUFACTURER OR...

  • Page 27: Appendix A Important Safety Instructions

    APPENDIX A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions below before installing your wind turbine to ensure people and property against accidents. Please also make sure it is set up under environmental and operating conditions. 1. Locate your wind turbine in windy sites so as not to disturb neighbors and animals around.
  • Page 28 Operating Environment: A. Operating Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) ~ 122°F (50°C) B. Operating Humidity: < 80% C. Average Wind Speed: < 30MPH (<13 m/s or <54KMH) D. Max. Peak Wind Speed: < 45MPH (<20m/s or <70KMH) E. Elevation: < 1000m F. Applicable Installation Height: 8.85ft~33ft (2.7m~10m) It is subject to IEC 61400-2 safety standards.

  • Page 29: Appendix B Beaufort Wind Scale

    APPENDIX B BEAUFORT WIND SCALE Beaufort Description Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Avg. Wind image Calm Speed (knot/h) Speed (km/h) Speed (m/s) Speed (mi/h) Clam <1 <2 <0.55 < 1.24 Light air 1 – 3 2 - 6 0.55~1.66 1.24~3.73 Light breeze 4 –...

  • Page 30: Appendix C Investigation Form

    APPENDIX C INVESTIGATION FORM Investigation Form RMA No.:_________ Purchase Details Name Purchase Date Order ID Product/ Model Event Date Location Please fill out the following questions for further investigation. 1. The wire length between the wind turbine and the MPPT ___________m/ ft, MPPT and the battery ____________ m/ ft.

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