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SkyWind NG
Micro Wind Turbine
This document represents the interpretation of the original document „Bedienungsanleitung,
Version 5.7" which may be found online at http://myskywind.com/ and was made to the best
knowledge of the interpreter. Only the original document is legally binding.
Please always check for the latest document online at www.myskywind.com. Manual is
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Translation of the original manual
Owners Manual SkyWind NG
Version 5.7 - 01/01/2024
FOR INSTALLATION BY TRAINED PROFESSIONALS ONLY
https://www.myskywind.com/infothek
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- Page 1 SkyWind NG Micro Wind Turbine Translation of the original manual Owners Manual SkyWind NG Version 5.7 - 01/01/2024 FOR INSTALLATION BY TRAINED PROFESSIONALS ONLY This document represents the interpretation of the original document „Bedienungsanleitung, Version 5.7“ which may be found online at http://myskywind.com/ and was made to the best knowledge of the interpreter.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
7.4 Mounting the rotor blades 13.2 Fine adjustment / noise-reduced operation 7.5 Mounting the nacelle 13.3 Documentation Installation Sites For SkyWind NG 14. Final Notes Installation Handbook For Trained Professionals 45 - 60 Page 2 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 3: Annotations
The user is responsible for identifying the relevant regulations and for com- Germany plying with them. SkyWind Energy does not assume any warranty for the issuance of the same. In particular, the refusal does not constitute a defect in the product. Problems or deficiencies can only be handled after a complete log book has been submitted. -
Page 4: Introduction
SkyWinds technology is based on more than ten years of ongoing development. Our rotor systems ans certain key techno- logies are patented. SkyWind NG wind turbines are set apart from other products by the use of latest technology while avoiding the use of neo- dymium magnets. SkyWinds all metal manufacturing guarantees for unmachted durability and operational life. -
Page 5: Trained Professionals
For the avoidance of doubt it is declared that it is not necessary for any trained professional to be selected, approved or certificated by SkyWind Energy GmbH. The provisions set forth in this manual shall be deemed complied with if a trained professional can demonstrate that the requirements defined under section 1 and 2 of this page are met. -
Page 6: Delivery Contents
Any tower or tower system is never a part of the this wind turbine system but rather a separate system as specified by DIN EN 61400- 2. SkyWind Energy does not manufacture tower systems but is re- selling some systems of other manufacturers it has found to work well with the SkyWind NG wind turbine. -
Page 7: Target Audience & User Advice
4.2 User Advice Any liability or warranty by SkyWind Energy is ruled out if it is caused by one or more of the following causes. Only Wear & Service Life SkyWinds warranty terms apply which may be downloaded from www.myskywind.com (German language only): A wind turbine is a mechanical system that is subject to •... -
Page 8: Appropriate Use
………………………… Wind turbine The SkyWind NG rotor blade is intended for use with the SkyWind NG nacelle and generator only. Never and under no circumstances may it be installed to other generators or nacelles. A wind turbine consists of the following, appropriately installed and set-up, components: The rotor blade is to be mounted with the winglets facing away from the generator and nacelle. -
Page 9: Important: Log Book
According to DIN EN 61400-2 paragraph 11.2.5.3 and the manufacturer's specification, a log book is mandatory for Make sure that all trained professionals document each Skywind NG wind turbine. The original log book is included in the scope of delivery of your wind turbine and is their work on the turbine in your log book. -
Page 10: Safety
Mechanical Dangers Do not install the turbine in a place where people might be able Rotating parts, like the rotor blades of your SkyWind NG micro wind turbine represent the most to reach into the rotor. obvious but also the most dangerous mechanical part. The rotor blades are made from light aerospace grade aluminum with the blade tips rotating at up to 400 kph (250 mph). -
Page 11: Safety During Installation
Installing the rotor blades must be the very last step of the instal- lation. Only install the rotor once every other step is finished. We wish you a successful and long lasting operation of your SkyWind NG turbine! Page 11... -
Page 12: Installation Guide
This summary is to provide you with an overview of the general order the steps are to be taken. The installation must be performed by trained professionals! Mounted on a standard rooftop ………………………… Page 12 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 13: Operating Instructions
Was the storm control set-up correctly? Be prepared to answer this questi- the wind turbine might start power generation a bit later than usual. ons with pictures showing the setting and the date. SkyWind Energy will only warrant for cor- rectly installed and set-up wind turbines. -
Page 14: Technical Data
Included 1kW, Wind Turbine Inverter Battery Charger (Optional) Included 30 A ( 12/24 V) Charge Controller Brake Eddy Current, Stall Maximum Thrust On Tower 250 N Level Of Protection IP 56 Page 14 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 15: Specification Grid Inverter
Power curve computer Over Amp. Protection Over Voltage Detection Overheating Protection Yes (incl. active cooling) Island Protection Level Of Protection IP 20 Conformity VDE AR N 4105:2018-11 VDE V 0124-100:2020-06 | VDE 0126-1-1:2013 Page 15 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 16: Specification Charge Controller
Reverse Polarity Prot. Windt. Overheating Protection Temperature Regulated Step-Up Function Impulse Charging (Desulfation) Operating Temperature -25°C to +60°C Common Ground (-) Activatable Load Port Case Metal Level Of Protection IP 20 Page 16 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 17: Advice To Your Wind Generator
Your trained professional will manufacture and commision a wind energy converter using the SkyWind NG components. The SkyWind NG itself is not manufacturer of complete wind generators, further parts will be needed. These parts differ from site to site, project to project and intended purpose to intended purpose and include ma- jor parts like a suitable tower, foundation etc.. -
Page 18: Installing The Skywind Ng
16. Switch the turbine ON and perform final testing. 10. Install the storm control system and program the brake controller. Check the wiring and remember the documentation. Set the main switch to OFF. Page 18 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 19: Fitting The Cables To The Generator
Always plan to use enough cable to get from the generator, through and out the tower in one piece. The cable must not have any connections within the tower! ………………………… ………………………… Use one uninterrupted cable from the nacelle to the inverter. Page 19 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 20: Preparations For Installation
Loctite 243. Make sure to tighten these perfectly even and check that the turbine is sitting perfectly vertical on the tower. The turbine will not work if the nacelle is misaligned from the vertical or shake/rattle violently. Page 20 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 21: Mounting The Rotor Blades
The SkyWind NG patented rotor blades are CNC cut from aerospace grade aluminum to an ac- ………………………… curacy of 1/100 of a Millimeter. Make sure to align the rotor blades perfectly - one above the other. -
Page 22: Mounting The Nacelle
(mast & nacelle)! Please note that it is not possible to simply place the nacelle 'in the water' with a spirit level on the nacelle top! Page 22 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 23: Installation Sites For Skywind Ng
- that´s nothing to worry about. turbine can generate drastically. You should always install the SkyWind NG turbine at the place Maybe you slow down a bit, but generally your car is made for that. -
Page 24: Turbulence
8.1. The SkyWind NG can also be used on buildings. Operation on buildings will work best at free-standing buildings, as well as buildings on the edge of towns or slopes (see pictures). If mounted in the town center the wind speed can, depending on the sites conditions, be slowed down by as much as 50%. Also make sure to choose the highest point of the house and check your site using the global wind atlas ( www.globalwindatlas.info ). -
Page 25: Annual Yield
This curve must take into account the specific Never use rule of thumb or „full hour“ calculations to estimate your performance of the exact wind turbine type at different wind speeds. For the SkyWind NG turbines yield. -
Page 26: Towers
If guy-wires are used make sure the tower top is still perfectly vertical. Use electronic measuring equipment for easy and accurate set-up. Page 26 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7 Guy wires must be calculated. -
Page 27: Decoupling Your Tower For Mount On Buildings
When using decouplers the tower must be checked to be exactly vertical a month after instal- lation! (See P. 23) Noise/vibration decouplers (V 15) by ROSTA GmbH of Swiss are maintenance-free and safe ………………………… Page 27 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 28: Operation On Buildings And Homes
………………………… 9.3 Operation on buildings and homes As of 2020 about 80% of all SkyWind NG micro wind turbines are mounted on rooftops or other building structures. All kind of different tower structures have been used by customers world wide. In Europe the satellite dish mounts of DuraSat GmbH from Germany have proven to be the most cost effective and most easy to install solution. -
Page 29: Structural Stability
9.4 Structural stability Due to the low size of the SkyWind NG the tower is not a part of the wind turbine as defined by DIN EN 61400-2. This greatly reduces cost as SkyWind Energy can manufacture, sell and ship the SkyWind NG without a mandatory tower system. -
Page 30: Wiring / Electrical Installation
Under no circumstances is it allowed to install the rotor blade if no charge controller/ grid in- verter and storm control are installed and active! (see 10.3 etc.) Do not use DC heating elements directly connected to the SkyWind NG generator! Always ope- NEVER, NOT FOR A SINGLE SECOND is it allowed to connect the generator rate SkyWind NG with charge controller/grid inverter and a storm control system. -
Page 31: Grid Inverter
…………………………………………………… 10.2 Grid inverter Your SkyWind NG micro wind turbine includes a high-end MPPT wind power grid inverter com- puter. The inverter will control the turbines power output and rotor rpm several thousand times per second to generate the highest possible energy yield. However, to perform its task as efficient and safe as possible, the computer has to be set to fit your local conditions. -
Page 32: Setting Up The Inverter
INSECURE? CHOSSE POWER CURVE B AND, WENN IF EVERYTHING WORKS WELL, TRY TO CHAN- The power curve adjustment menu GE TO POWER CURVE A AFTER THE FIRST YEAR. IF THE POWER PRODUCTION GETS WORSE ………………………… CHANGE BACK TO B. Page 32 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 33: Correction For Height Above Msl / Density Altd
Driving on the highway in first gear? Not very efficient! Take your time to fully un- derstand your site and your wind turbine and set-up everything correctly right from the begin- The power curve adjustment menu (sample) ………………………… ning. Page 33 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 34: Template And Documentation Obligation
SkyWind NG turbine correctly for a site with non-laminar flow (power curve B), working in standard conditions around mean sea level! Document your settings with both a picture with visible date in the picture and a written documentation. Store the picture and your documentation well - you will only be able to claim your warranty if you can proof a correct installation and set-up! The warranty is void if a correctly set-up inverter and site suitable power curve can not be proven. -
Page 35: Ac Wiring
10 W to operate. humidity. The SkyWind NG grid inverter will detect the 110 V AC system and synchronize with it. No The inverter does not require an external residual current circuit further actions or equipment are required on this hand. -
Page 36: Wire Cross-Section
Lay all DC-cabling according to professional standards. Leave about 20 - 30cm (ca. 1 ft) of loose cable after the point where the cables leave the tower. This way the cable can move inside the tower without strain on the cable exit. Page 36 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 37: Operating States Of Skywind Ng
After reactivation the turbine will resume operation in normal NEVER AND NOT FOR A SINGLE SECOND IS IT ALLOWED TO OPERATE operation. Every SkyWind NG must include a shut-off switch and an automatic strom control. THE TURBINE WITHOUT LOAD IN OPEN CIRCUIT MODE! Never use any kind of WAGO©... -
Page 38: Wiring Diagram / Strom Control
Install all electric components in a protective enclosure. Follow the relevant VDE regula- Under no circumstances may any other parts (fuse, RCCB etc.) be installed into tion and legislation. Never use other parts than those delivered by SkyWind Energy! the wind turbine (wiring diagram depics the entire system ‚wind turbine‘)! Install an AC-switch that can enable or disable the AC supply of the system. -
Page 39: Battery Charger Or Dc Installation
Remember to connect the contacts no. 1 & 3 of the high energy relay can be used to shut-off the entire wind turbine, but may only be used every 60 minutes. (manufacturer: Schrack). Page 39 | Owners Manual SkyWind NG, Version 5.7... -
Page 40: Setting Up The Storm Control
11.3 Setting up the storm control Every SkyWind NG micro wind turbine must be shut off automatically once a voltage of 45 V DC is reached. Only at sites suitable for power curve A and max. power, the shut-off may be set to 60 V DC. Once the automatic stop has been activated the turbine must stay shut-off for 60 minutes to cool down. -
Page 41: Optional Noise Control
(CAUTION: Accuracy) …………………………………………………… Setting up the noise control Max. Windspeed.: As customer wishes Wiring diagram for SkyWind NG (AC) with noise control Reaction time: < 1 Second Cool-down time: 5 Minutes Relay Mode: HOLD The length of the signal cable between wind sensor and control unit must not exceed 25 m. -
Page 42: Initial Start-Up
14.1 Electrical inspection and mechanical test The installation of a SkyWind NG micro wind turbine is not complete until the following tests and inspections have been suc- cessfully performed on the completed turbine. The person installing the machine or mounting it to the building is responsible for compliance with this manual, as well as the state of the art. -
Page 43: Fine Adjustment / Noise-Reduced Operation
…………………………………………………… If you own a SkyWind NG battery charger version (12 or 24 V version), the test procedure is basically the same. Connect the laboratory power supply to the turbine cables at the charge controller input using suitable contacts. First check the direction of rotation at 5 V, then increase to 15, then to 25 V and check that the battery is charged. -
Page 44: Final Notes
Standard warranty on SkyWind NG micro wind turbines is 36 month. SkyWind Energy is liable for replacing a part under warranty but is not liable for de-/installation cost of any kind. It is in SkyWind Energy´s sole responsibility to decide weather a repair or replacement is performed. - Page 45 The installation must be done by trained professionals only! The installer must be qualified and accredited for work on AC electrical installations. Expert knowledge and full understanding of the complete manual is mandatory! This handbook will provide a brief overview of the major steps. Installation Handbook For Trained Professionals SkyWind NG Micro Wind Turbine System...
- Page 46 1. First Check You will need an original SkyWind NG turbine including the automatic storm control from SkyWind Energy GmbH. If you are not sure wether your parts are original or not stop the installation and contact SkyWind. ...
- Page 47 2. Site & Customer SkyWind NG turbines must be installed above all obstacles that might disrupt a free and continuous airflow. Remember the following rule: BASIC RULE: When your head is at the height of the turbines nacelle you must not look into any trees, houses or other obstacles! You should see the horizon in any direction! ...
- Page 48 3. Visual Check Place the turbine as shown in the picture. Do not place the turbine on the back. This would lead to the metal deforming once the cover is removed. Check the turbine for any potential visual damages, bend parts etc.. ...
- Page 49 If these are too loose the turbines operation might be louder than expected. Check manual for details. Never use any other screws than those delivered with the turbine! In case of loss of screws please contact SkyWind Energy. Page 49 | SkyWind Installation Handbook...
- Page 50 7. Mounting Preparation Attach a fitting ring terminal to the end of your DC cable to ensure easy and quick connection to the inverter later on. If you use more than a single cable make sure that the connection is safe and durable (e.g. MC connectors). Mark the + and the - pole clearly and unmistakably! ...
- Page 51 10. DC Installation Of The Inverter Connect the inverter to the turbine using the far right red + and black - connectors la- beled with „DC INPUT“ (yellow marking). Make sure that the polarity is correct! Mount the dumpload close to the inverter, but not below it. In case of too much power the resistor might become very hot.
- Page 52 13. Finalizing The Electrical Installation Check the whole electrical installation and write down your wiring diagram to check yourself. Document all settings of your storm control system and of your inverter by taking pic- tures with visible dates. Without photographic documentation your warranty is void. ...
- Page 53 15. Installing The Blade Check that the turbine systems main switch is in OFF position. This way the turbine can not start up after installation of the rotor blade. Install the patented SkyWind rotor blade as the last part of the installation. The blade is made of two pieces.
- Page 55 This document represents the interpretation of the original document „Bedienungsanleitung, Version 5.7“ which may be found online at http://myskywind.com/ and was made to the best knowledge of the interpreter. Only the original document is legally binding. SkyWind Energy GmbH | Bayernstraße 3, 30855 Langenhagen, Germany | www.myskywind.com...
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