Summary of Contents for WindStream Technologies SolarMill SM1-1P
- Page 1 SolarMill ® SM1-1P, SM1-2P, SM2-3P, SM2-5P, SM2-6P User manual SM1 - Product shown may vary slightly from specific model shipped Version 2.01 REV 11.3.13 All rights reserved. WindStream Technologies...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
WindStream Technologies Table of Contents Welcome! Distributor/Installer contact information: Product Overview Document Scope Renewable Energy Incentives Safety Information SolarMill Siting Electrical Use Cases What To Expect / Troubleshooting SolarMill Specifications Limited Warranty User Guide V2.01 Rev 11.3.13... -
Page 4: Welcome
WindStream Technologies Welcome! Dear Customer, Thank you for your purchase, and congratulations on becoming a SolarMill owner! ® We are excited that you have chosen to purchase WindStream’s renewable, hybrid energy generation system. This manual will provide a basic overview of the product, available product configurations, siting, installation, and operation of your SolarMill. -
Page 5: Product Overview
WindStream Technologies Product Overview WindStream Technologies has created the SolarMill, a low-cost, highly efficient means of harnessing both the sunlight on your site and the wind energy available from the turbulent winds present at low altitude in both urban and rural environments. -
Page 6: Document Scope
WindStream Technologies Document Scope This manual provides an operation overview of the SolarMill in the following configurations: • SM1-1P • SM1-2P • SM2-3P • SM2-5P • SM2-6P Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future reference. Target Group This manual is for the end user, and contains important information regarding siting, use cases, and visual inspection of the SolarMill unit. -
Page 7: Safety Information
Fast moving parts. Do not install this device in a location accessible to children and/or pets. ONLY qualified personnel such as a WindStream Technologies’ employee, Authorized installer, licensed contractor, or WindStream certified engineer should install the TurboMill or system of TurboMills. -
Page 8: Solarmill Siting
WindStream Technologies SolarMill Siting Siting of a SolarMill requires knowledge of the prevailing wind, an eye toward sun exposure, and an assessment of the architecture available for mounting the units. Talk with a distributor, or see our siting tools at www.windstream-inc.com for help with siting. - Page 9 WindStream Technologies location. However, deviations from optimal solar panel direction only result in very modest reduction in power produced, allowing the units the flexibility to follow the architecture when needed. For more information on siting, see the siting resources on www.windstream-inc.com, or speak with a distributor.
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Page 10: Electrical Use Cases
WindStream Technologies Electrical Use Cases The SolarMill unit outputs DC power and that power is used to charge to a set of (4) 12V deep cycle lead acid batteries. After the batteries, the customer has two choices on how to use this available energy. -
Page 11: What To Expect / Troubleshooting
WindStream Technologies What To Expect / Troubleshooting The SolarMill unit is designed to be maintenance free to the user. However, it is important to know what to look for when observing your SolarMill Installation. Normal operation The wind turbines should run silently and easily. All turbines should begin spinning in a light breeze. -
Page 12: Solarmill Specifications
WindStream Technologies SolarMill Specifications WIND GENERATION OVERVIEW Axis Vertical Axis Height (wind portion only) 51.2 in (1.3 m) Footprint width (SM1) 52 in (1.3 m) Footprint width (SM2-3P) 116 in (2.95m) Footprint depth 28 in (0.70 m) Swept Area 1,519 in (0.98 m... -
Page 13: Limited Warranty
WindStream Technologies Limited Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY. WindStream Technologies, Inc. warrants to the original Purchaser only that the Products will be free from defects in workmanship and material for 5 years after the shipment date (the “Warranty Period”). WindStream’s warranty will not extend to any Products that have been subjected to: (a) improper installation or storage;...