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MNChinook 200M Instructions

 

 
Disclaimer 

 

All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.   

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

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MidNite Solar

 assumes no responsibility for omissions or inaccuracies.   

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

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The Chinook 200M Micro-Turbine is a source of electrical power. It must be installed in accordance with 

all applicable electrical regulations and best practices.   

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The Chinook 200M Micro-Turbine has moving parts, and 

Sharp Blades 

that may cause injury due to 

poor installation and unsafe handling or operation.   

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MidNite Solar 

assumes no responsibility for problems caused by unsafe or unsatisfactory installation or 

operation.   

Made in Arlington, Washington USA by:   

MidNite Solar Inc. 

  17722 67

th

 AVE NE 

  Arlington, WA 98223 

PH: (360) 403-7207 

 

 

Fax: (360) 691-6862

 

www.MidniteSolar.com

 

 

Introduction   

 

Please read this manual  thoroughly before attempting to assemble, install  or operate  your 

Chinook  200M 

small  wind 

turbine. This will assure optimum performance and safety. This manual applies to: 

MNCHINOOK-12M, 12V Turbine 
MNCHINOOK-24M, 24V Turbine and 
MNCHINOOK-48M, 48V Turbine. 

A separate manual is supplied with the CDL (Chinook Diversion Load). 
The MN

Chinook 200M

 has been designed to be simple, economic, durable, and yield excellent performance.   

Thanks  to  its  unique  design;  the 

Chinook  200M 

is  not  susceptible  to  corrosion  in  normal  operating  conditions.  With 

double sealed bearings and powder coated finish, the Chinook200M is made specifically for 

marine installations, 

   

Applications include:   

 

Sailboats

 

 

Cathodic protection

 

 

Monitoring sites

 

 

Remote homes / off grid

 

 

Wind-electric water pumping 

 

Street lighting and road signage 

 

Farm utilities (electric fencing, irrigation, etc.) 

 

Telecommunications   

Summary of Contents for Chinook 200 Marine

Page 1: ...e clean renewable electricity anywhere the wind blows Available in 12 24 and 48 Volt models Innovative design axial flux alternator using neodymium iron boron magnets Powder coated stamped aluminum ch...

Page 2: ...nook 200M Instructions Contents Disclaimer 3 Introduction 3 Safety Precautions 4 Specifications 5 Package Contents 6 Mechanical Assembly 7 Electrical Installation 11 Turbine Operation 14 Maintenance 1...

Page 3: ...USA by MidNite Solar Inc 17722 67 th AVE NE Arlington WA 98223 PH 360 403 7207 Fax 360 691 6862 www MidniteSolar com Introduction Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to assemble insta...

Page 4: ...l installation process This will prevent the turbine from spinning up during the installation Never install the turbine upside down or in any orientation other than that depicted on the installa tion...

Page 5: ...INOOK200M Nominal Voltage 12 24V 48V DC Rotor Blades Glass Reinforced Nylon Rotor Diameter 1 Meter 3 28 Feet Rated Wind Velocity 14m s 31 30 mph Rated Output 200 Watts Max Output 250 Watts Start up Wi...

Page 6: ...o come Package Contents Your Chinook 200M Turbine will arrive containing the components shown below If any of the components are missing or damaged please contact your dealer immediately 3 Blades 1 Tu...

Page 7: ...tely 100 hours of normal operation for the bearing seals to Break in and the lubrication to be distributed correctly around the bearing raceways and ball cages During this period you may notice a redu...

Page 8: ...skin Rotor Blade Assembly Take the three rotor blades and rotor hub plate Be careful when handling the blades they may have sharp edges Use a 10mm socket hexagon key and three M6 x 18mm long cap screw...

Page 9: ...spaced equally Fit the Rotor Blade Assembly The assembled and balanced rotor blades can now be fitted to the Chi nook 200M chassis This is done by placing the rotor hub plate against the bearing hous...

Page 10: ...and batteries will be located Follow the table below to select the correct wire size This will vary depending on your nominal battery voltage and the distance that the cables will be run Careful selec...

Page 11: ...e may be different ways of wiring small wind turbines photovoltaic panels charge controllers and batteries together This type of system will often expand organically but the following guidelines shoul...

Page 12: ...inst the buildup of static and lightning strikes The turbine mount should be grounded separately with its own ground rod and an appropriate surge arrestor installed to help prevent damage to the batte...

Page 13: ...ries are fully charged or not Depending on the size of the dump load the turbine may slow down or stall during a period when the power is being diverted Larger capacity battery banks will be able to s...

Page 14: ...acceptable limits the CDL will stop diverting current to the dump load Refer to the CDL controller user manual for specific operating instructions Shut Down By activating the optional stop switch if...

Page 15: ...w set of rotor blades should be installed Contact MidNite Solar for replacements Inspect the roots of the blades attachment tabs for signs of stress cracking or fatigue A new set of rotor blades shoul...

Page 16: ...inook 200M turbine Rotor Blades sold only in sets of 3 Slip Ring Wiper set of 2 Slip Ring sold only with yaw mount assembly Stator 48VDC Stator 24VDC Stator 12VDC Bridge Rectifier Yaw Bearing Housing...

Page 17: ...umber issued by MidNite Solar For an RMA number contact MidNite Solar Inc 17722 67th Ave NE Arlington WA 98223 360 403 7207 Purchasers must prepay all delivery costs or shipping charges to return any...

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