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MidNite Solar 
17722 67

th

 Ave Ne 

Arlington, Wa 98223 USA 
PH: (360) 403-7207 

www.midnitesolar.com

 

F:    (360)691-6862 

Chinook 200 Marine 

Assembly and Use Instructions

         

The MNChinook 200-12M, MNChinook 200-24M, and MNChinook 200-48M   

Micro Wind Turbines that generate 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 chassis.   

  Maintenance-free, low friction double sealed bearing.   

  Extremely quiet injection molded blades with a new airfoil design.   

  Long-life yaw pivot slip-rings and wipers.   

  Easy installation.   

  Simple design for low cost and durability.   

  Made in USA. 

  Gluten Free. 

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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