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Operation Manual
SW 350-II
January 2022

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual SW 350-II January 2022...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: Page General information and references Labelling Range of application Safety instructions Potential sources of danger 2.1.1 Mechanical dangers 2.1.2 Electrical dangers 2.1.3 Dangers when mounting Technical characteristics, required space Required space Technical data Functional description / special features Preparations for assembly Packing list Tools...
  • Page 3 Spare parts list Warranty Notices: This information is believed to be correct and reliable. However, superwind GmbH assumes no responsibility for inaccuracies or omissions. The user of this information and product assumes full responsibility and risk. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: General Information And References

    +49 / 2232 / 577368 e-Mail: power@superwind.com Internet: www.superwind.com You will find the label with the serial number and the nominal voltage of your SW 350-II at the rear of the generator unit (see drawing). generator unit Type: SW 350-II...

  • Page 5: Range Of Application

    The combination with solar arrays is without problems. At many places, energy supplies from sun and wind complement each other. That is why the SW 350-II is used in wind / solar hybrid systems to optimise the availability of power (at minimised battery capacity).

  • Page 6: Electrical Dangers

    2.1.2 Electrical dangers The generator can produce dangerous open circuit voltages up to 52 VDC (12 V version) ,105 VDC (24 V version) 210 VDC (48 V version) at no-load operation if the electrical connection to the battery or the consumers would be interrupted.

  • Page 7: Technical Characteristics, Required Space

    Technical characteristics, required space Required space (see drawing) Ø 54,5 ... 55,7 fits for: stainless steel tube (Ø 60.3 x 2.0) steel tube (Ø 60.3 x 2.3) aluminium tube (Ø 60 x 2.5) view on top (space required) dimensions in mm Technical data nominal power 350 W...

  • Page 8: Functional Description / Special Features

    Functional description / special features The SW 350-II, like all other wind turbines, uses a part of the kinetic energy of the wind and converts it into electricity. The power is approximately proportional to the cube of the wind speed, i.e. doubling the wind speed results to eight times higher power output.

  • Page 9: Preparations For Assembly

    Preparations for assembly Packing list Please check your delivery for completeness and transport damage. Packing list: superwind SW 350-II Operation Manual generator unit Pos. Pos. wind vane Pos. rotor blades Pos. wind vane mounting plate Pos. socket cap screw M8 x 90 (TUFLOK) Pos.

  • Page 10: Tools

    Tools For installation of your SW 350-II a set of allen keys is supplied. It is recommended to prepare some additional tools as follows: set of screw drivers set of spanners wire strippers wire crimpers heat shrink or electrical tape multimeter For correct tightening of the screws a torque wrench is recommended.

  • Page 11: Electrical Components And Electrical Connection

    Always abide by the acknowledged rules of technology and the rules for accident prevention when working on your SW 350-II or the electrical system. Take care that works on the electrical system like installation, maintenance and repair is carried out by qualified persons only.

  • Page 12: Wiring Diagram Of A 24 Volt System With Charge Regulator Scr 24 Marine

    5.2.2 Wiring diagram of a 24 Volt system with charge regulator SCR 24 Marine 24 Volt-system black power resistor 1,4 Ohm STOP switch charge regulator option SCR 24 Marine fuse fuse fuse battery set 1 battery set 2 24 V 24 V fuses: 20 A...

  • Page 13: System Components

    5 kg, a strain relief must be attached in the mast top, so that the internal junction point at the slip rings of your SW 350-II will not be damaged. For this purpose you may use the cylinder pin ∅...

  • Page 14: Battery

    This would require however the continuous monitoring of the state of charge of the batteries by the operator and a stop switch for shutting down the SW 350-II in case of fully charged batteries. We therefore generally recommend to install a suitable charge regulator.

  • Page 15: Charge Regulator

    When using the SW 350-II on a boat or a sailing yacht the stop switch is strongly recommended to shut the wind turbine down in heavy weather at sea. Spray and waves, parts detached from the rigg or from the sails etc.

  • Page 16: Earthing

    If you are in doubt, consult an electrician close-by. He knows the local conditions and regulations. When installing the SW 350-II on a yacht we recommend to connect its mast or support to the ship´s earthing system.

  • Page 17: Wind Generator Assembly

    Wind generator assembly Precautions Before you start installing your SW 350-II please keep in mind the potential dangers and act with caution. Only use a mast and support construction capable safely to withstand the loads of the wind generator. The mast not only has to withstand the weight of the wind generator and its mass moment of inertia (e.g.

  • Page 18: Mast Mounting

    ! max. Ø 70 dimensions in mm 6.2.1 Mounting on a 60.3mm or 60.0mm mast tube The yaw shaft of your SW 350-II is equipped with a plastic bushing which fits for various sizes of mast tubes: outer-∅ thickness inner-∅...
  • Page 19 Insert the yaw shaft of the SW 350-II with the plastic bushing until limit stop (collar) into the mast tube and align the tap holes with the drilled holes of the mast. Screw down the two hexagon socket button head screws M6 x 12 for axial fixation.

  • Page 20: Mounting On Other Mast Tubes

    Mounting on other mast tubes As the SW 350-II ´s yaw shaft is inserted into the mast tube the inner diameter must be appropriate. The outer diameter may be not greater than 70 mm, so that there is sufficient space between the mast and rotor blades.

  • Page 21: Rotor Assembly

    Torque: 30 Nm Rotor assembly There are two methods to assemble the rotor of your SW 350-II: a) first the hub is fixed to the generator shaft and the rotor blades are fixed to the hub later. b) the rotor blades are fixed to the hub first and after that the completed rotor is fixed to the generator.
  • Page 22 Torque: 4,5 Nm socket cap screw M6 x 25 screw onto stop + 1/4 turn rotor blade cylindrical tenons cylindrical counter bores axle The rotor blades are fixed by two socket cap screws M6 x 25, which are TUFLOK-coated to prevent loosening at operation.

  • Page 23: Mounting The Hub To The Generator Shaft

    6.4.2 Mounting the hub to the generator shaft NOTE: In order to prevent the rotor from unintended starting later, it is recommended to short circuit the two generator cables (caution: disconnect the batteries beforehand!) or turn your stop switch into STOP-position already before beginnig of the assembling. When the rotor has been assembled take it to the generator.

  • Page 24: Commissioning

    Commissioning Before initial operation check the correct installation of your new SW 350-II with the check list. Check List done also see Section:  Mast: assembled and erected in accordance to the respective manuals. Bolts, joints, anchors and braces checked. Mast vertically adjusted.

  • Page 25: Operation

    The owner must be aware of the dangers and ensure that no persons can be injured by the operation. Do not run your SW 350-II without electrical load. ( e.g. no load connected at all or battery fully charged without charge regulator connected).

  • Page 26: Overspeed Protection

    [m/s] Overspeed Protection Furthermore the SW 350-II is equipped with a rotor control system which includes an overspeed controller. The overspeed controller works at all wind speeds even without electrical loads. Although it is not a normal operation mode, load throw-off could occur under certain conditions e.g. with blown fuses, malfunction of the charge regulator or electrical failures caused by overvoltage or lightning strike.

  • Page 27: Annual Power Production

    Idle-Speed Curve 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 wind speed [m/s] Annual power production In DC-sytems the electrical power is the product of voltage and current. It depends on the generator speed and the load connected (i.e. the electric resistance of the consumers). The producible power is determined by the wind conditions at your site.

  • Page 28: Inspections, Maintenance

    Check the rotor blades for damage (e.g. cracks, broken edges, unusual discolouring etc.). If you see any damage, your SW 350-II must be put out of operation and the complete rotor blade set has to be replaced. It is not permissible to mount rotor blades from different sets to the hub, since then the rotor could be out of balance.

  • Page 29: Slip Rings

    9.1.4 Slip rings The electrical power is transmitted from the yawing nacelle to the stationary mast via slip rings. The carbon brushes are designed for lifetime use. Even though a periodical check for unusual wear or loss of contact material is recommended. Unscrew the two black cylindrical screw caps (see drawing below) and pull out the carbon brushes.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    There is no special maintenance required. The periodic inspection however shall be performed every 12 month. Trouble shooting If problems occur after installation of your new SW 350-II you probably can solve most of them following the trouble shooting list. At all times be aware of electrical and mechanical hazards: WARNING: Do not approach the running rotor.

  • Page 31: No Power Output

    10.2 No power output possible source of errors test solution not enough wind measure wind speed wait for more wind Annotation: Charging possibly will start only with 4,5 to 5,5 m/s. (depending on the battery´s state of charge) current linkage is interrupted check the cabling replace defective line or devices fuse is blown...

  • Page 32: Checking The Open Circuit Voltage

    10.5 Checking the open circuit voltage A simple test, in order to detect an internal defect of the generator, is measuring the open circuit voltage. Disconnect the cables from the generator and connect a voltmeter to the positive and negative line. To avoid injuries dismantle the rotor blades beforehand.

  • Page 33: Repairs, Spare Parts

    11.1 Repairs If your SW 350-II should be defective you may replace all parts accessible from the outside by yourself (e.g. rotor blades, carbon brushes, damping rings). In case of any other defects please consult your dealer, an authorized service partner or the manufacturer.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    Costs for disassembly and reassembly of the product to enable shipment for warranty reasons. Others superwind GmbH reserves the right to decide whether the product or parts of it shall be repaired or replaced instead. In case neither repair nor replacement could be performed by superwind GmbH the purchaser solely will be entitled to cancel the purchase.
  • Page 35 GmbH Am Rankewerk 2-4 D-50321 Brühl / Germany Tel. + 49-2232-577357 + 49-2232-577368 e-mail: power@superwind.com web-site: www.superwind.com...

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