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Tel: +44 (0) 1981 241668 

Skyrrid Farm, Pontrilas, Hereford. HR2 0BW. UK 

           www.leadingedgepower.com  

 

 

Rev K

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Damage  caused  by  incorrect  connection  to  external  electrical  equipment,  or  failure  to 
observe  current  regulations  concerning  connection  to  external  electrical  networks, 
equipment or any other devices. 

 

If you should experience a problem with your turbine, your first ‘port

-of-

call’ should be the reseller 

or  installer  from  whom  you  purchased  the  product.  They  should  be  able  to  resolve  the  problem 
quickly  and  efficiently.  If  you  are  unable  to  contact  the  original  reseller,  then  please  contact  us 
directly. 
 
Please  quote  the  serial  number  of  your  turbine  when  dealing  with  warranty  issues.  The  serial 
number can be found on the nameplate positioned on the underside of the chassis. 
 
 

 
Disclaimer 

 

 

All specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 

 

The information given in this user manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. 

Leading 

Edge Turbines

 assumes no responsibility for omissions or inaccuracies. 

 

The user of this information and product assumes full responsibility and risk. 

 

The 

LE-v50

 turbine is a source of electrical power. It must be installed in accordance with 

local  building  and  electrical  regulations.  Consult  your  local  planning  (zoning)  office  for 
details. 

 

The 

LE-v50

  turbine  has  moving  parts  that  may  cause  injury  due  to  poor  installation  and 

unsafe operation. 

Leading Edge Turbines

 assumes no responsibility for problems caused by 

unsafe or unsatisfactory installation or operation. 

 
 

 
 

Designed & Manufactured in the UK by: 

Leading Edge Turbines Ltd 

Skyrrid Farm, 

Pontrilas, 

Hereford. 

HR2 0BW 

Tel: +44 (0)1981 241668 

www.leadingedgepower.com

 

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 

 

Compliant with 

EN BS 61400-2: Safety of Small Wind 

Turbines 

Summary of Contents for GA-LETU

Page 1: ...ontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 1 of 30 LE v50 LE v50 Extreme Turbine Installation Operation Guide A micro vertical axis turbine for trickle charging and low power app...

Page 2: ...s first 3 Introduction 4 Safety Precautions 5 Specifications 6 Package Contents 7 Tools Required For Assembly 7 Mechanical Assembly Procedure 8 Electrical Installation 11 Turbine Operation 16 Maintena...

Page 3: ...ne to run without being connected to the battery Failing to do so will result in the turbine freewheeling causing premature wear and tear and unnatural blade noise 3 On arrival ensure the main rotor i...

Page 4: ...perating life The LE v50 has been designed to be simple economic durable and yield excellent performance Specific LE v50 turbine features Innovatively designed axial flux alternator using neodymium ir...

Page 5: ...ld be completed at ground level Ensure that the batteries are disconnected during the installation procedure Twist the turbine output cables together to create a short circuit during the mechanical in...

Page 6: ...bine Name LE v50 Part Number GA LETU 010A Turbine Name LE v50 Extreme Part Number GA LETU 020A Rotor Diameter 270 mm Rated Wind Velocity 8 m s Nominal Voltage 12 24V 48V DC Rated Output 12 Watts Cut i...

Page 7: ...ler immediately Tools Required For Assembly You will require the following tools to assemble your LE v50 turbine 13 mm A F spanner 13 mm ratchet one of each required 8mm A F spanner or ratchet A set o...

Page 8: ...e will rotate freely E Retighten the upper and lower stub shaft fixings and check that the turbine still rotates freely F Reposition and fix the cowlings ensuring that they do not rub upon each other...

Page 9: ...om the baseboard it can now be fitted in its intended position The cables should come out of the bottom of the turbine when mounted The LE v50 is supplied as standard with two universal flat mounting...

Page 10: ...ficiency and cost in mind as it is unlikely that your turbine will be running at full capacity 100 of the time If in doubt consult your local electrical supplier The cable should be installed in accor...

Page 11: ...approved conduit trunking Cable strain relief Prevent mechanical strain on the transmission cables running down the tower from the turbine Clip the cables to the inside of the tower Failure to do this...

Page 12: ...Normally the LE v50 turbine does not require any external charge control equipment to be installed in the system Due to the low Tip Speed Ratio of the turbine the turbine output decreases naturally a...

Page 13: ...eford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 13 of 30 Fig 4 Simple Stand Alone battery charging wiring diagram LE v50 Turbine Battery Bank wired to the appropriate voltage and capacity VE Tran...

Page 14: ...Tel 44 0 1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 14 of 30 Fig 5 Stand Alone battery charging requiring DL 300 controller...

Page 15: ...Tel 44 0 1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 15 of 30 Fig 5 Typical Hybrid wind solar system...

Page 16: ...the rotor speed increases so too will the current and voltage Shut Down If Run Stop switch is fitted A run stop switch is not required with the LE v50 turbine but one can be installed if desired see...

Page 17: ...mance If many dents have occurred along the edges of the blades a new set of rotor blades should be fitted part numbers available in the Spares section Remove any build up of dirt and debris from the...

Page 18: ...bine Please contact your nearest Leading Edge Turbines Dealer and quote the part numbers listed below Rotor Blade DP LETU 145 Rotor Bearing Housing DP LETU 198 Bearing Service Kit OS 296 Stator 48VDC...

Page 19: ...e warranty and may compromise the safety of the machine What is not covered by your warranty Damage caused by unsatisfactory installation of the turbine tower and or control equipment Damage caused by...

Page 20: ...nderside of the chassis Disclaimer All specifications are subject to change without prior notice The information given in this user manual is believed to be accurate and reliable Leading Edge Turbines...

Page 21: ...Tel 44 0 1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 21 of 30...

Page 22: ...Tel 44 0 1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 22 of 30 Appendix 1 DL 300 Charge Controller User Manual...

Page 23: ...plied to the battery and also in relation to the state of charge of the battery The DL 300 Features PWM Pulse Width Modulation for highest charging performance without flicker Selectable three stage c...

Page 24: ...re that the correct size of cable has been selected If a cable of insufficient cross sectional area is used at any point in the electrical system heat will build up in the cables causing a potential f...

Page 25: ...jumper be applied to pins 2 1 position shown to help locate pins 2 2 Use the correct voltage controller A 12V DL 300 controller should only be used on a 12V battery system A 24V DL 300 controller shou...

Page 26: ...he DL 300 and batteries on the positive cable DL 300 Voltage Set Points Whilst operating the DL 300 does a multi stage charge based on time and the bulk and float voltages 12V Set points Mode Flooded...

Page 27: ...Tel 44 0 1981 241668 Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 27 of 30 Appendix 2 Run Stop Switch User Manual Only operate in light winds...

Page 28: ...y rotate very slowly Position 2 Turbine Run position The turbine output is allowed to flow straight through the switch Safety Precautions Safety must always be your primary concern during the assembly...

Page 29: ...Universal Run Stop switch is correctly wired as per these instructions and wiring schematics Incorrect wiring may lead to a short circuit being placed across the batteries which can lead to fire or ex...

Page 30: ...s Hereford HR2 0BW UK www leadingedgepower com Rev K Page 30 of 30 Contact Us Your Local Distributor Leading Edge Turbines Ltd Skyrrid Farm Pontrilas Hereford HR2 0BW UK Tel 44 0 1981 241 668 info lea...

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