Rutland FM1803-2 Installation & Operation GENERAL SCHEMATIC Note: The schematic also shows an optional solar panel charging system connected in parallel to the same battery bank. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
The use of smaller cables will cause system overload and damage the generator. See Table 1. · Damages as a consequence of failure to follow these guidelines will invalidate the warranty. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
36mm spanner or socket 17mm spanner or socket 8mm Socket key Other Items You Will Need Run/Stop Switch supplied separately from Marlec (optional) Mounting tower & winch or other suitable lifting/pulling equipment Cables Batteries & terminals Connector blocks (as determined by your total system) Suitable fixings for wall mounting the control unit.
Bear in mind that downwind obstructions can be as detrimental to performance as upwind obstructions (Fig.1). Fig.1 Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
When the high wind subsides, the tail assembly will automatically return the turbine to normal operation. In turbulent conditions the system may be seen to repeat this cycle many times. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
(upper limit 2.4v/cell & lower limit 2.08v/cell @ 25°C). If other types of battery are to be used or other settings are required, contact Marlec for advice on factory setting or the interface cable and PC app.
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1 = Manual Shutdown 2 = Over Voltage 3 = Rectifier Over Temperature 4 = Transformer Over Temperature 5 = Remote Shutdown * ie 12.42 volts is output as 1242 Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
A form of pivoting tower is suggested in Fig 2. Non-guyed lattice and pole type pivoting towers are available, for further details contact the dealer or manufacturer. Fig 2. Typical Tower Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Rear Hub Plate Front Hub Plate Nose cone fixing boss – 3 fixings Correct position of front hub plate to locate nose cone fixing holes Fig 3. Blade Hub Assembly Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
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8. Fit the nose cone in position on the front of the rotor and secure in place with the 3 No10 x 9.5mm screws provided. Alternatively, the turbine and nose cone can be fitted after mounting the generator assembly to the tower. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Tail Fin – set at 15˚ from vertical. Caution - do not adjust angle, it is essential to effective furling. M10 x 14 HEX Head and Tab Washer Tail Boom Fig 4. Tail Assembly Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Turbine Post Adaptor M12 x 25 Button Cap Screws & Shakeproof Washers 20mm Top of Tower Pipe Seam Fig 5. Tower Preparation Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Unplug at PCB to remove cover Run / Stall Push Button Mounting Holes 4 x Panel Side fixing screws 4 x Panel Front fixing screws Fig 6. Control Unit Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Gel. Other types can be used but may require different regulating voltage settings. These can be factory set when ordering or using a Marlec interface cable and PC app. · Minimum battery capacities recommended: 400Ah @12v, 200Ah @24v, 100Ah @48V.
Place this warning at the fuse: DO NOT REMOVE FUSE UNLESS THE TURBINE IS STALLED. Table 2. System Voltage Minimum Fuse Rating 100A Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
6. Offer up the front panel to the main unit and re-connect the display ribbon cable. Re-fit the control unit front panel. 7. Proceed to joining the turbine fitted cables to the connecting cable at the top of the tower. Fig 9. Run/Stop Switch Connections (optional) Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Remote Temperature Sensor – supplied. Installation recommended Voltage Identification Earth connection label according to unit point supplied Fig 10. 12v, 24v & 48v Control Unit Connections Label Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
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Rutland FM1803-2 Installation & Operation Fig 11. Control Unit Connections Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
1. Check the tightness of the blade screws and nose cone. 2. Check the free rotation of the hub and yaw axis. 3. Check for free movement of the tail fin. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
If the power to the control unit is disconnected, the Ah and elapsed time reset to zero. Line 3: Current operating mode. Stalled, Run, Low Wind, High Wind. Line 4: Warnings & other messages. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
‘Battery Charged’ & ‘Awaiting Re-set V’. When the battery voltage falls to the re- set voltage, the bottom line will show an arrow moving left to right from Stall to Run, when it reaches ‘Run’, the turbine will re-start and resume charging. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
This switch should be fitted to enable the user to shutdown the turbine enabling the control unit to remain connected to the battery. If the control unit needs to be removed, set the STOP position to hold the turbine in a stall position. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
Note: Charge current (Amps) of the 48V is calculated by “24V charge current x 0.5” Outline Dimensions (mm) Tower Top Weight: 35.32Kg Shipping Dimensions: 1 pallet: 1200x675x520mm 74Kg Controller Dimensions: 310x290x147mm 12Kg Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
· Whilst the generator is in “stall” mode, it can be lowered to the ground or blades restrained from turning. Note: For safety reasons maintenance should not be attempted during strong winds. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
If no wiring fault is found refer to your dealer or manufacturer. If in doubt, refer to your dealer or manufacturer. Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
All other nuts & bolts Turbine for smooth free rotation Yaw axis for smooth free rotation Tail hinge for smooth free rotation General Condition Tower assembly condition Guy wire tension (if applicable) Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
All other nuts & bolts Turbine for smooth free rotation Yaw axis for smooth free rotation Tail hinge for smooth free rotation General Condition Tower assembly condition Guy wire tension (if applicable) Document No: SM-146 Issue G 01.11.20 Marlec Engineering Co Ltd...
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