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600 Watt Windmill
12V / 24V
User's Manual
Version: 2024.V.1

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  • Page 1 600 Watt Windmill 12V / 24V User’s Manual Version: 2024.V.1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3. SYSTEM PROTECTION ....................8 3.1 Digital-controlled MPPT ....................11 3.2 Manual Stop Switch 4. PACKAGE CONTENTS .....................13 5. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ..................14 6. AUTOMAXX BLUETOOTH APP ...................21 7. MAINTENANCE .........................23 8. FAQS ............................24 9. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................28 AUTOMAXX WARRANTY POLICY ..................29 ..........33...

  • Page 5: 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 6: Mechanical Hazard

    1.1 Mechanical Hazard Rotating blades present the most serious mechanical hazard. The rotor blades are made of very strong glass ber & polypropylene 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 7 B) Distance from human habitat. • Install your turbine with some distance from the human activity areas as not to disturb your neighbors and animals around. The noise and vibration element cannot be got rid of even if this wind turbine o ers the lowest noise than any others on the market.

  • Page 8: System Specification

    20 feet (6m) 2. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION Model 600 Watt 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 Survival wind speed...

  • Page 9: Performance

    * 12V/24V auto detect: 12V Max. 450W / 24V Max. 600W * The Manual stop switch should be activated when the wind speed upwards of 33mph (15 m/s). * Survival wind speed means that the wind turbine will survive at 112 mph (50 m/s), when the Manual stop switch is turned on.

  • Page 10: Wiring Requirement

    2.3 Wiring Requirements 24 / 48 Volt System, AWG / Metric Wire Size mm Distance between 0 - 30 ft. (0- 9 m) 40 - 70 ft. (9- 22 m) Turbine and MPPT Wire Gauge 10/6 mm 8/10 mm Caution1 : Any usage of under-sized wire can be potentially dangerous; our warranty does not cover damages caused by using an incorrect wire gauge.

  • Page 11: System Wiring Diagrams

    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. Wind Turbine Red Lead Black Lead Manual Stop Switch Blue Lead...

  • Page 12: 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 13 Rated Output Power 450W Max. 600W Max. Battery Voltage Range 10 ~ 15 VDC 15 ~ 29 VDC 95% Max. Battery Protection Voltage 14 ± 1 VDC 28.8V ± 2 VDC Rated Load Current 40A (Max.45A) Over-Speed Braking ≥1400 RPM LED indication Over RPM Protection PR5 Low Battery Warning...
  • Page 14 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. Refer to the description listed above to know what each code stands for. System protection: Your MPPT charge controller, equipped with sensors inside the unit, comes with four main protection functions.

  • Page 15: 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 brake using our Windmill Pro app, for more details check the Installation section. During periods of high winds (upwards of 35 mph / 16 m/s) it is strongly advised to utilize App brake and manual stop switch.
  • Page 16 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 nal step in the installation of the wind turbine, manual stop switch should be released.

  • Page 17: 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. Caution: The edges of the blades are sharp. Please handle with care. Part list Bolt set Generator 1 Hex Screw (M6XL40) 9 Washer (M14) Blade...

  • Page 18: Installation Procedure

    5. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Step 1 : Open the outer and inner boxes to ensure all parts are present. Step 2 : Carefully observe windmill layer for easy and quick installation. Blade Generator Tail Nose Cone Base Step 3 : Fasten the blades on the hub with hex screws (M8XL40), nuts (M8), and washer (M8) by using a 6mm hex key.
  • Page 19 Step 4 : Fasten the blades on the hub with hex screws (M8XL40), nuts (M8), and washer (M8) by using a 6mm hex key.
  • Page 20 Step 5 : 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 21 Step 6 : 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 22 Step 7 : 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 23 Step 8 : Put the nose cone to the hub. Fasten the nose cone with a hex screw (M5XL50) by using a 3mm hex key. Step 9 : Final product diagram.
  • Page 24 Caution: cable ring lies within 1.7 m from the wind turbine center/ hub. Cylindrical shape poles are recommended for installing the turbine and there should be during the wind gust, blades bend a little towards the inside. Refer the image below for a better understanding.

  • Page 25: Automaxx Bluetooth App

    6. AUTOMAXX BLUETOOTH APP You can control and monitor your wind turbine by using our App. You can download the App by scanning the barcode. You can also download our App by visiting our website, https://automaxxwindmill.com/support/ Introduction to the App First turn ON the phone/ device's Bluetooth.
  • Page 26 • 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 blowing, manual brake status, and battery status (Full/ Charging/ Low ). •...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    7. MAINTENANCE Your wind turbine has been designed to run for long periods . 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. The blades are sharp.

  • Page 28: Faqs

    8. 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 29 (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 48.3 mm steel tubing. This should be available through your local hardware outlet.
  • Page 30 (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 31 radio interference and has been tested to ensure electromagnetic com- patibility. The wind turbine normally does not a ect radio transmitters. Care should be taken, however, to route power lines from the wind turbine away from the power and antenna lines of a radio transmitter. An old ham radio operator’s trick is to twist positive and negative wires together to provide an even distribution of EMF noise across both wires, which serves to cancel out the electrical noise created.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    9. TROUBLESHOOTING You may require an extra person to assist with these tests. 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. (1) Remove the blade/hub from the turbine.

  • Page 33: Automaxx Warranty Policy

    The Automaxx warranty valid for the period of one year (365 days) after the date of rst purchase. If proof of purchase cannot be provided, the manufacturer date as recorded by Automaxx will be deemed to be the start of the Warranty Period.
  • Page 34 If the Product is under Warranty, You hereby agree to transfer the ownership of replaced defective parts/ accessories and such parts shall automatically become the property of Automaxx and returned to Automaxx for inspection. Customer Responsibility When using the Product manual.
  • Page 35 It's cheap and worth it. 5. You are responsible for the cost of shipping the product back to us. 6. Automaxx have no liability for the loss, damage or destruction of items within the package during shipment.
  • Page 36 Out Of Warranty Cases Sending the Product to Automaxx repair center does not automatically mean that it will be repaired free of charge. Upon receiving your product, Automaxx reserves the right to check the validity of your warranty and your request for warranty service.

  • Page 37: 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. Install the wind turbine in open and windy sites. So, the turbine will be of 7-10m should be maintained.
  • Page 38 Caution: cable ring lies within 1.7 m from the wind turbine center/ hub. Cylindrical shape poles are recommended for installing the turbine and there should be during the wind gust, blades bend a little towards the inside. Refer the image below for a better understanding.

  • Page 39: Operating Environment

    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 40: 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 41: Appendix C Mppt Charge Controller

    APPENDIX C MPPT CHARGE CONTROLLER 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. The power output of a wind turbine varies almost directly with the amount of than the voltage.
  • Page 42 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 43 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 44 Suggested Battery Charger Set points: 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. Sealed Lead Acid –...
  • Page 45 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 46 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 47 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. A new voc is also acquired during a Re-Cal. TROUBLESHOOTING MPPT does not boot / power-up 1.
  • Page 48 3. What is the short circuit current of the wind turbine? Use a multimeter to determine if a short circuit current is as expected. There might be a loose / faulty wire connection. 4. Is the turbine’s voltage close to the battery voltage? If so, the panels could be warm/hot causing the Maximum Power Point of the array to be at or lower than the battery voltage.

  • Page 49: Investigation Form

    Investigation Form RMA No. Purchase Details Name: Purchase Date: Email: Phone No.: Order ID: Model/ Product: Event Date: Location: 1. The wire length between the wind turbine and the MPPT ___________m/ ft, MPPT and the battery ____________ m/ ft. 2. Wire Gauge (AWG) or metric wire size used __________mm2 3.

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