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  • Page 1 600 Watt Windmill 12V / 24V User’s Manual Version: 2021, Apr...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content 1. SAFETY .............................1 1.1 Mechanical Hazard ...................... 2 1.2 Electrical Hazard ......................2 2. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION ....................4 2.1 Specification ........................4 2.2 Performance ........................5 2.3 Wiring Requirement .....................6 3. SYSTEM PROTECTION ......................8 3.1 Digital-controlled MPPT .....................8 3.2 Manual Stop Switch ....................11 4.

  • Page 3: Safety

    1. SAFETY Your Wind Turbine is designed with your personal safety as the first 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 read the following: Important Safety Instructions Please take the time to read through this manual prior to assembly.

  • Page 4: Mechanical Hazard

    1.1 Mechanical Hazard Rotating blades present the most serious mechanical hazard. The rotor blades are made of very strong thermoplastic. At the tip, the blades may be moving at velocities over 15 m/s. At this speed, the tip of a blade is nearly invisible and can cause serious injury.
  • Page 5 • 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 6: System Specification

    20 feet (6m) 2. SPECIFICATION AND PROTECTION 2.1 Specification Model 600 Watts Wind Turbine Rated speed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s Rated power 600 watts Voltage with MPPT 12 volts or 24 volts Cut-in wind speed 4.47 mph / 2 m/s...

  • Page 7: Performance

    * 12V/24V auto detect: 12V Max. 450W / 24V Max. 600W ** The mechanical stop switch should be turned on when the wind speed upwards 29 mph (13 m/s).The wind turbine will survive below 112 mph (50 m/s) while the mechanical stop switch is turned on. Exceeding this wind speed will result in wind turbine failure and collapse.

  • Page 8: Wiring Requirement

    2.3 Wiring Requirements 12 / 24 Volt System, AWG / Metric Wire Size mm 2 Distance between 0 - 30 ft. (0- 9 m) 40 - 70 ft. (9- 22 m) Turbine and MPPT Wire Gauge 10/6 mm2 8/10 mm2 Caution 1: Any usage of under-sized wire can be potentially dangerous;...
  • Page 9 System wiring diagrams NOTE: Please refer to the recommended wire gauge table and use the correct wire size for your system. NOTE: Please apply the Manual stop switch simultaneously. Refer to the SEC. 3.2 for detailed info. Turbine Red Lead Black Lead Manual Stop Switch Blue Lead...

  • Page 10: System Protection

    3. SYSTEM PROTECTION 3.1 Digital-controlled MPPT • MCU fully digital-controlled MPPT wind power charger.• Boost & Buck conversion, large DC input voltage range. • Smart load management function, braking function. (1) Ext. Antenna port (2) USB Port (3) LCD Display (4) LED Indicator (green light: voltage) (5) LED Indicator (green light: current) (6) Data Port...
  • Page 11 Specification Rated Output Power 450W Max. 600W Max. Battery Voltage Range 15 ~ 29 VDC 40 ~ 66 VDC Charger Efficiency 95% Max. Battery Protection Voltage 28.8 ± 2 VDC 56V ± 6 VDC Rated Load Current 40A (Max.45A) Over-Speed Braking ≥1400 RPM LED indication Over RPM Protection...
  • Page 12 3. If the green V and I LED’s flash at the same time, it means that your system is in its protection (brake) mode. To evaluate the problem, further press the SET button, and the LED display will show a set code PR1~PR7.

  • Page 13: Manual Stop Switch

    3.2 Manual Stop Switch The MPPT controller has an integrated battery controlled braking mechanism. Further to this protection, we have incorporated a secondary level of safety and convenience with a Manual 3-phase AC brake. Users can apply the manual brake using our Windmill Pro app, for more details check the Installation section.
  • Page 14 We strongly advise the activation of the Manual stop switch during any maintenance of or around your Turbine. This will prevent the blades from spinning and voltage to be transferred. Likewise, during initial installation please activate the Manual brake. In the final step in the installation of the Turbine, manual stop switch should be released.

  • Page 15: Package Contents

    4. 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 with care. Part list Bolt set Generator...

  • Page 16: Installation Procedure

    5. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Step 1: Open the outer and inner boxes to ensure all parts are present. Step 2: Fasten the blades on the hub with 9 x hex screws (M6XL40), 9 x nut (M6) and 9 x washer (M6) by using hex key no.5. Make sure that all of the bolts are secured.
  • Page 17 Step 3: The 4 x hex screws (M5XL20) are pre-fastened into the rear of the generator. Loosen these 4 hex screws before assembling the tail...
  • Page 18 Step 4: Tail assembly. Connect the tail to the turbine with 4 x hex screws (M5XL20) and spacers by using hex key no. 3. Be sure not to over-tighten or it can lead to stripped bolts.
  • Page 19 Step 5: Put the 3 wires (red, black, blue) through the tower. Install the turbine to your chosen tower securely and fasten the bolts by using the hex key no.5. Rubber spacer should be attached to the tower to increase secure connection to the Yaw Shaft.
  • Page 20 Step 6 : Install the hub on the turbine with inverse tooth nut (M14XP2.0) and washer (M14). Caution: Make sure the nut is secured with the washer.
  • Page 21 Step 7: Put the nose cone to the hub. Apply pressure to the connections to ensure a secure fit. Fasten the nose cone with hex screw (M5XL50) by using hex key no. 3. Step 8: Final product diagram.

  • Page 22: 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: Do not go near the wind turbine during operation.

  • Page 23: Faqs

    7. FAQS (1) How does the wind turbine control power and RPM in high winds? Your wind 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 MPPT charge controller.
  • Page 24 (5) Will it hurt my wind turbine to short-circuit the output? No, the wind turbine is designed to be short-circuited as a normal shutdown procedure by a fuse. The function of the stop switch is to both disconnect the turbine from the batteries as well as short-circuit the output of the turbine.
  • Page 25 12 VOLT BATTERIES IN SERIES TO MAKE A 24 VOLT SYSTEM (9) Is lightning protection necessary? You should ground your wind turbine. Proper grounding (illustrated below) provides protection to individuals and equipment by eliminating the possibility of dangerous voltage. Remember a steel tower is a conduit for lightning.
  • Page 26 (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 insure electro-magnetic compatibility. (11) What effect does my wind turbine have on radio transmissions? The wind turbine normally does not affect radio transmitters.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING You may require an extra person to assist with these tests. (1) Remove the blade/hub from the turbine. Replace the rotor hub nut on the rotor shaft. (2) Quickly spin the rotor shaft manually with your fingers while connecting and disconnecting the red and black wires (turbine must not be connected to batteries).
  • Page 28 8. WARRANTY We warrant your product to be free from defects in material and/or workmanship for a period of 1 year from original date of purchase. Warranty coverage is extended only to customer (original purchaser). If product proves defective during warranty period, manufacturer, at its option will: 1.

  • Page 29: Warranty

    Disclaimer EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, THE MANUFACTURER 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 IN NATURE TO ANY OTHER WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, SHALL EXIST WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT SOLD UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
  • Page 30 Within 2 to 3 business days we will provide the customer with an RA# and will direct customer to location where the product is to be returned. Once an RA has been issued the customer has 30 days to return the product.

  • Page 31: 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 32 Operating Environment: A. Operating Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) ~ 122°F (50°C) B. Operating Humidity: < 80% C. Average Wind Speed: < 34MPH (<15 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 33: 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 34: Appendix C Mppt Charge Controller

    APPENDIX C RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGE 600W Digital MPPT Charge Controller An MPPT, or maximum power point tracker is an electronic AC to DC converter that optimizes the match between the turbine and the battery bank, DC motor, or DC pump. (These are usually called power trackers or MPPT’s for short.
  • Page 35 troubleshooting of your MPPT charge controller. Wiring The three output wires from the wind turbine are Blue / Red / Black and transform three-phase AC. The three wires need to be connected to the “RST” terminal located on the back of the digital MPPT charge controller. (Three phase power is a method of electric power transmission using three wires).
  • Page 36 Function (1) Ext. Antenna port (2) USB Port (3) LCD Display (4) LED Indicator (green light: voltage) (5) LED Indicator (green light: current) (6) Data Port (7) SET Button (8) Cooling Fan (9) RST Cable (10) DC Output Cable MPPT Turbine High Battery Overheat...
  • Page 37 Suggested Battery Charger Set points: The battery manufacturer should provide you with specific instructions on the following maintenance and charging regulation set point limits for the specific batteries. The following information can be used when the manufacturer's information is not available. Note: Higher settings can be used with non-sealed batteries, but water consumption will be greater and excessive temperatures when charging may occur.
  • Page 38 Absorbing This stage limits the amount of power going to the battery -- the voltage is held constant. The absorb charge will continue for the duration of the bulk cycle or until the 2 hours (default) absorb time limit is reached. For example, if a bulk charge takes 1 hour to reach the absorb voltage set point then the absorb charge will continue for 1 hour as well.
  • Page 39 Wakeup As the turbine’s open circuit voltage (Voc) rises above the battery bank’s voltage by approximately 2 volts, the MPPT controller gets ready to work to deliver the best possible power to the batteries. During this period, the MPPT is calculating the PWM (Pulse-width modulation) duty cycles by turning on power supply voltages in the proper sequences, and making internal calibrations.
  • Page 40 Re-Cal There are certain abnormal conditions that can confuse the current measuring method in the MPPT. When and if this happens, the MPPT will temporarily stop and re-calibrate. This may sometimes happen because of negative current, i.e., current coming out of the input terminals instead of into the input terminals turbine breaker.
  • Page 41 2. Are the batteries charged? Is the MPPT in the absorbing or float stage? If so, the MPPT will produce enough power to regulate the voltage at the absorption or float set point voltage, therefore, requiring less power in these modes. 3.

  • Page 42: Appendix D Investigation Form

    APPENDIX D 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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