Marlec Rutland 913 User manual

Rutland 913 Windcharger
(12 or 24 V)
Owners Manual
Installation and Operation
Doc No:SM-130 Iss. J 15.02.13
GB, FR, ES & DE Languages

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Contents Page:
Introduction 4
Summary of Features and Uses 4
Profile and Dimensions 4
General Guidelines and Warnings 5
Check You Have Received 6
Other Items 7
Exploded View of the Rutland 913 7
Assembly & Installation
Twelve Step Quick Start Guide 8
Tower Preparation 9
Blade Assembly 9
Electrical Connection & Fitting to the Tower 10
Up & Running
Four Point Checklist 10
Typical Wiring Diagrams for the Rutland 913 Windcharger 11
Siting the Windcharger
General Considerations 12
Mounting The Windcharger
On Board Systems 13
Land Based Systems 14
Further System Requirements
Batteries 15
Cable Specifications 15
Specification & Performance
Guideline Performance Curve 16
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Inspection & Maintenance 17
Troubleshooting 18
Installation Instructions (abbreviated) - French 20
Installation Instructions (abbreviated) - Spanish 23
Installation Instructions (abbreviated) - German 26
For Your Records 29

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Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing your Rutland 913 Windcharger.
The utmost of care goes into the manufacture of all our products in our ISO9001
approved factory. To ensure you get the very best out of the Rutland 913 we
recommend that you read this manual and familiarise yourself with its contents
before installing and operating the Windcharger system.
Summary of Features and Uses
x Aerodynamically styled to maintain good wind flow and stability.
x Low wind speed start up maximises power generation in low winds.
x High grade construction materials for durability, U.V. stability and weather
resistance.
x Provides a D.C. power supply to charge 12 or 24 V battery banks.
x Designed for use on board sailing yachts, motor caravans, static caravans
and sites where low power is needed for domestic devices as well as
navigation equipment etc.
x Note: There are other Rutland Windchargers designed for permanent
installations on land - contact Marlec or visit www.marlec.co.uk to find out
more.
Rutland 913 Profile & Dimensions
Fig 1

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General Guidelines & Warnings
x Mounting pole outside diameter MUST NOT exceed 48.5mm for at least the
top 0.5m. Larger section poles must not be used as this will reduce the tower
to blade clearance. In high wind conditions this could cause damage to the
Windcharger by allowing the blade to come into contact with the mounting
pole. A broken blade will cause turbine imbalance with consequent damage.
x When turning, the Windcharger is capable of generating voltages in excess of
the nominal voltage. The turbine must never be allowed to rotate unless it is
electrically connected to a regulator or batteries. Connecting an open circuit
running turbine to the electrical system can cause serious damage to system
components owing to excessive voltage. Caution must be exercised at all
times to avoid electric shock.
x Stopping the turbine – this may be necessary to undertake battery
maintenance. If possible stopping the turbine should be done in low wind
speed conditions. The turbine can be slowed by rotating or orienting the tail
fin upwind, this will slow the turbine sufficiently for it to be safely secured to the
pole with rope. Avoid leaving the turbine tied up for any period of time, we
recommend that the turbine either be covered to give protection from the
weather or removed and stored in a dry location. We recommend the use of
Marlec charge regulator that includes a shutdown switch.
x Choose a calm day to install the equipment and consider other safety aspects.
No attempt to repair the system should be made until the wind generator is
restrained from turning.
x The Windcharger is fitted with ceramic magnets, which can be damaged by
heavy handling. The main generator assembly should be treated with care
during transit and assembly.
x High winds – in high winds the windcharger’s built-in thermostat may operate
to prevent the generator overheating. In this mode the output will cease and
the turbine will temporarily speed up until such time as the lower level
temperature is reached and the generator is once again connected and
charging. This may be seen to cycle in prolonged high winds particularly in
high ambient temperatures. If safely accessible you may prefer to temporarily
secure the turbine.
x It is essential to observe the correct polarity when connecting the Windcharger
and all other components into an electrical circuit. Reverse connection will
damage the Windcharger and incorrect installation will invalidate the warranty

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x The fuse supplied must be fitted to protect the system.
x The Rutland 913 Windcharger is suitable for sailing boats and some land
based applications. When storm winds are forecast the turbine can be
restrained to minimise wear and tear particularly when installed on land
based applications where Furlmatic model windchargers are normally
recommended. Note that where the manufacturer recommends a furling type
windcharger should have been used the warranty is invalidated in cases of
storm damage.
x If in doubt, refer to your dealer, a competent electrical engineer or the
manufacturer.
Check You Have Received - See Rutland 913 Exploded View
x 24 x No. 10x25mm special self-tapping screws
x 1 x fuse and fuse holder
x 1 x main generator assembly
x 6 x aerofoil blades
x 1 x nose cone + 3 x nylon fixing screws
x 1 x 6mm Allen key
x 1 x 2-way terminal block
x 2 x M10 buttoncap screws
x 2 x shakeproof washers
In the event of loss or damage, consult your dealer or the manufacturer.

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Other Items
What You Will Need - Tools
x Suitable wire stripper
x Small terminal screwdriver
x Large flat blade screwdriver
x Crosshead screwdriver
x 10mm Spanner or Socket
Other Items You May Have Selected
x HRSi, or HRDiCharge Regulator
x Cable (usually 2.5mm² twin core - Part No: 902-015)
x Rutland 913 Marine Mounting Kit and Stays Kit ( CA-12/02 & CA-12/32 )
x Rutland 913 Land Tower & Rigging Kit (Part Nos: CA-12/08 & CA-12/07)
x Short section of stainless steel tube to adapt into your own mounting design.
x Voltmeter & Ammeter
Other Items You Will Need
x Mounting pole
x Cable
x Batteries
x Battery terminals
x Connector blocks (as
determined by your total system)
Exploded View of The Rutland 913
Nose Cone
With Three
Screws
Six Blades with
Twenty Four
Screws
Nacelle Dome
Generator Hub
Post Adaptor

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Inspection and Maintenance
The Rutland 913 requires no scheduled maintenance but an annual inspection
should be carried out to monitor the general condition of the system to ensure
the electrical and mechanical integrity and safety of the system.
WARNING! Before inspection, the turbine should either be lowered to the
ground or tied to prevent the generator from turning. To stop the generator from
turning proceed as follows:
1. Either rotate the switch to stall mode on the charge regulator if used OR turn
the wind generator out of the wind (180°) using the tail, a hole is
provided in the tail fin to assist in this. The generator will gradually slow down.
2. Tie a blade to the mounting pole to prevent it from rotating.
Whilst the generator is stationary, the following routine checks should be
performed:
1. Check the blades for damage, eg chips or nicks. Replace any damaged
blades. The turbine should not be operated with damaged blades as this may
cause imbalance resulting in premature wear and possible failure. Check the
blade screws for tightness.
2. Check all other nuts, bolts and screws for tightness.
3. Check the yaw axis for free rotation.
4. Check tower assembly for condition.
5. Check the tension of the guy wires if applicable. The tension of guy wires
should be checked frequently during the first year.
6. The unit can be wiped with a mild detergent and rinsed with water to remove
dirt and debris.
Note: The Windcharger is designed for continuous running to achieve
maximum resistance to water ingress. Should you wish to take the
unit out of service for an extended period it is recommend that the
unit be removed from the mounting and stored in a dry location or
covered.

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Troubleshooting
In the unlikely event that your Rutland 913 should develop a defect, the turbine
should first be tied to prevent the blades from turning to perform the static tests
below. (Follow the procedure described in the Inspection and Maintenance
section) It will be necessary to let it run for the tests to check for power
production.
Read the Electrical Connection and Up and Running sections and b satisfied
that your system complies.
Is there sufficient wind? The Rutland 913 needs 5 knots wind speed to start
charging. The wind speed across the turbine blades may be greatly reduced in a
marina or built-up area compared with the reading on a masthead anemometer
or weather reports.
Static Tests:
Is the battery in good condition? Check the voltage and electrolyte level of
each battery.
Check electrical continuity throughout the system, especially corrosion and
poor connections in cable joins and connector blocks.
Running Tests:
Check for power output from the windcharger, following this procedure:
1. Set a digital multimeter to DC Amps, scale of between 5 and 10 if possible.
Connect the meter positive (+) probe to the wind generator output positive
cable and the meter negative (-) to the regulator input positive. Provided
there is sufficient wind there should be a current reading. This establishes
that power is being delivered.
2. Using the same multimeter setting as above measure between the regulator to
battery + and the battery +. Provided there is sufficient wind there should be a
current reading. This establishes if power is passing through the regulator.
3. If both above are unsuccessful set the multimeter to DC Volts. Disconnect the
wind generator from the regulator and connect the meter + to the wind
generator + and the meter – to the wind generator -. Provided there is
sufficient wind there should be a variable voltage reading according to the
speed of the wind seen at the wind turbine. This will establish if the wind
generator is able to deliver power or not.
4. If tests 1 and 3 are successful but test 2 fails to produce results connect the
wind generator directly to the battery. Set the digital multimeter to DC Amps
and measure power between the wind generator + and the battery +. If a
reading is measured, providing there is sufficient wind, then the regulator is
faulty.
5. If the wind turbine fails to deliver any current or open circuit V reading
undertake the further tests below.

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6. Mechanical inspection. It may be necessary to remove the windcharger from
its pole for the following tests.
Check the brushes and slipring for wear or damage. To inspect the brushes,
remove the nacelle by removing the three fixing screws and slide the nacelle
backwards towards the tail fin. The brushes and slipring can be inspected by
removing the four self-tapping screws holding the brush holder assembly in
place. Remove any black deposits from slipring with emery paper. Heavy
deposits and reduced power indicate a possible reverse connection to the
battery (see Page 10).
Check hub for free rotation with generator disconnected from battery.
If the hub does not rotate freely, check for a possible short circuit in the wiring.
If no wiring fault is found refer to your dealer or manufacturer.
If the above checks have identified a need for spare parts or failed to identify the
problem you should contact your dealer. Visit www.marlec.co.uk for further fault
finding guides and support.
If in doubt, refer to your dealer or manufacturer.

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Francais
Introduction
Félicitations pour votre achat d’une éolienne Rutland 913 ! Comme tous nos produits, elle a été
fabriquée avec le plus grand soin, dans notre usine certifiée ISO 9001. Pour obtenir pleine
satisfaction de votre éolienne Rutland 913, nous vous recommandons de lire entièrement ce
manuel et de vous familiariser avec son contenu avant de commencer l’installation ou de l’utiliser.
Principales caractéristiques et applications
x Conception aérodynamique pour une bonne prise au vent.
x Tourne avec peu de vent pour optimiser les performances même par vent faible.
x Matériaux de qualité pour une durée de vie optimale, une bonne résistance aux UV et aux
conditions climatiques.
x Permet de charger des batteries 12V ou 24V.
x Conçue pour fonctionner sur des bateaux, des camping-cars, des mobil-homes ou sur des sites
où une faible puissance est nécessaire pour faire fonctionner des appareils ménagers, de
l’instrumentation, etc.NB : il existe d’autres modèles d’éoliennes conçues pour une installation
terrestre permanente. Venez les découvrir sur notre site www.marlec.co.uk
Informations générales et mises en garde
x Le diamètre externe du mât ne doit pas être supérieur à 48,5mm, au moins sur les 50 derniers
centimètres. Ne pas utiliser de mât plus gros au risque de réduire le jeu nécessaire entre les
pales et le mât. En cas de vents forts, les pales risquent de heurter le mât et de s’endommager.
Une pale brisée provoque un déséquilibre capable d’entraîner des dégâts importants.
x Lorsqu’elle fonctionne, l'éolienne peu générer de l'électricité à haute tension, c’est pourquoi elle
ne doit pas tourner tant qu’elle n’est pas reliée à un régulateur ou à des batteries. Raccorder
directement l’éolienne à l’installation électrique peut provoquer des dégâts importants en raison
de la surtension. Pour éviter tout risque d’électrochoc, vous devez être constamment vigilant.
x Stopper l’éolienne – Cela peut s’avérer nécessaire avant d’intervenir sur les batteries. Dans la
mesure du possible, il est préférable de le faire lorsque le vent est faible. L’éolienne peut alors
être ralentie en orientant l’aileron contre le vent ce qui permet de l’immobiliser en l’attachant au
mât avec une corde. Éviter de l’immobiliser trop longtemps. Il est recommandé de la couvrir
pour la protéger des effets du climat ou de la déposer pour l’entreposer en lieu sec. Les
régulateurs HRSi et HRDi sont équipé d’un interrupteur Marche/Arrêt.
x Entres autres éléments de sécurité, effectuer l’installation par temps calme.
x Aucune tentative de réparation ne doit être engagée tant que l'éolienne n'est pas immobilisée.
x L'éolienne est équipée d'aimants céramiques qui peuvent facilement être abîmés lors de leur
manipulation. Elle doit être maniée avec précaution durant le transport et le montage.
x Vents forts – Par vents forts, la sécurité thermique intégrée peut stopper l’éolienne pour
l’empêcher de surchauffer. Dans ce cas, l’éolienne ne produit plus d’électricité et sa vitesse de
rotation peut augmenter, le temps nécessaire au refroidissement. Elle se remet automatique-
ment en marche lorsque la température a baissé. Si les vents forts persistent et plus particuliè-
rement par temps chaud, vous verrez ces cycles se répéter. S’il vous est possible d’accéder à
l’éolienne en toute sécurité, il est préférable de la bloquer temporairement.