Rutland 504 Windcharger Installation & Operation
Doc No: SM-150 Issue C 17.03.14 9 Marlec Eng Co Ltd
Electrical Connection and Fitting to The Tower
1. Run the cable selected (see Fig 14) down the inside of the pole.
2. Select one of the basic wiring systems in Figs 3, 4 & 5 and follow the manual provided with
the selected charge regulator.
3. Connect the wind generator flying leads to the cable protruding from the tower using the
connector block supplied, taking care to observe polarity. Connect the Windcharger + to
cable + and windcharger – to cable –
Red is + Positive
Black is - Negative
4. Wrap the connection with insulation tape to secure/protect from environment.
Alternatively join the cables using a latching-type plug and socket.
5. Locate the wind generator into the tower whilst gently easing the cable from the tower
base to ensure the cable is not trapped. Secure the wind generator to the tower using the
button cap screws and shake proof washers provided, tighten using the 6mm Allen key
provided.
Up and Running
Four Point Final Checklist
Before raising and securing the wind generator:
1. Check the tightness of the tail fixing screws and generator mounting screws.
2. Check free rotation of the hub and yaw axis.
3. Check that the cable is not trapped.
4. Check that all electrical connections are secure and safe.
The wind generator can now be raised into position.
Take care to avoid all moving parts when raising and lowering the wind generator.
When raised, secure the structure firmly in an upright position.
Caution-The performance of your Windcharger will be impaired if the pole is not vertical.
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