my!WIND 10 kW wind turbine User manual

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my!Wind Ltd
10 kW wind turbine
10m Tower Installation Manual

my!WIND Ltd.
Soola 1a
51013 Tartu, Estonia
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.mywind.ee
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Contents
Contents..................................................................................................................................................2
General remarks .....................................................................................................................................3
1. Introduction......................................................................................................................................4
2. Prior to installation...........................................................................................................................4
2.1 Important safety instructions...................................................................................................4
2.2 Building permits and zoning requirements..............................................................................5
2.3 Siting .......................................................................................................................................5
3. Parts list...........................................................................................................................................7
4. Tools................................................................................................................................................8
5. Erection the of tower .......................................................................................................................9
Step 1: Placing the tower base plate...................................................................................................9
Step 2: Placing the tower 1st segment...............................................................................................10
Step 3: Placing the tower 2nd segment..............................................................................................11
Step 4: Placing the gin-pole...............................................................................................................12
Step 5: Placing the gin-pole cables...................................................................................................13
Step 6: Connecting the lifting equipment...........................................................................................14
Step 7: Test lifting the tower..............................................................................................................14
Step 8: Levelling the tower................................................................................................................16
Step 9: Lowering the tower................................................................................................................16
6. Assembling the turbine..................................................................................................................17
Step 1: Placing the generator............................................................................................................17
Step 2: Repositioning the tower ........................................................................................................18
Step 3: Placing the cover holders......................................................................................................19
Step 4: Placing the blades.................................................................................................................20
Step 5: Placing the blade cover.........................................................................................................20
Step 6: Placing the nacelle cover......................................................................................................21

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7. Erection of the turbine...................................................................................................................22
Step 1: Lifting the tower.....................................................................................................................22
Step 2: Disconnecting the lifting equipment......................................................................................23
Step 3: Placing the tower junction box ..............................................................................................23
Annex 1 –Levelling the tower with ITS-2-45 dual axis inclinometer ....................................................25
Annex 2 –Tower verticality...................................................................................................................26
General remarks
Please read this manual thoroughly through before beginning the assembly. No guarantee is
assumed by my!WIND for the correct interpretation and application of the information by the
customer. In case any incomplete, incomprehensible or erroneous information is detected, the
circumstances must be clarified immediately my!WIND representative or local dealer.
This document supersedes any previously released version.

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1. Introduction
Overview of the my!Wind 10 kW turbine installation with a 10 m self-standing mast on a foundation
block is given in this document. The manual is solely intended to be used for a tower corresponding
with appendix 01 and for a foundation corresponding with appendix 02. Please DO NOT attempt to
use the manual for any other configuration of my!Wind products or for any products provided by other
suppliers. This can result in serious harm or loss of life.
Carefully read and understand the disclaimer at the beginning. While simple in concept, the
installation requires basic mechanical knowledge and attention to detail. Tools listed to erect the
turbine are readily available in most parts of the world or can be obtained from a distributor. When
even remotely possible use a my!Wind distributor who has received a corresponding training to carry
out the installation for you.
2. Prior to installation
2.1 Important safety instructions
1) Read, understand and follow all warnings.
2) Install foundation and tower in accordance with the electric code used in your country or region
and all local building and zoning codes and requirements.
3) Obtain building and construction permits prior to starting the installation.
4) Make sure that you have enough space for the erection before installing the foundation.
5) Foundation concrete must be completely cured prior to installing tower (Minimum 20 MPa, 28
day strength).
6) my!Wind uses high voltage and is potentially dangerous. Follow all safety precautions at all
times.
7) Remain at a safe distance when rising and lowering tower. NEVER stand or walk under tower
while it is being raised or lowered.
8) Be aware of overhead power lines.
9) Do not attempt to raise tower on a windy day (maximum wind speed 5 m/s).
10) Always wear personal protection equipment –closed toe shoes, work gloves, safety glasses and
hardhat.

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2.2 Building permits and zoning requirements
Building codes and installation requirements may vary greatly depending on state, city and local
townships. Be sure to obtain all required building permits BEFORE beginning the installation.
Be sure you understand all the installation and inspection requirements. Many localities require
inspections at key phases of the installation before next steps can be taken.
! IMPORTANT: Do not pour concrete before all required permits are obtained, inspections complete
and you are authorized to proceed.
2.3 Siting
The best location to install a wind turbine is often a compromise. Local building restrictions, the height
of surrounding structures, length of power cables and available open area may require the my!Wind to
be installed in a less then optimum location. In general my!Wind will produce more power if installed
on a taller tower. However, towers are expensive so it is important to balance performance to
installation costs, in order to achieve the lowest cost of energy and the quickest payback.
Figure 1 –Optimal location for the turbine
For optimal performance, install my!Wind in such a manner that blade tip at its lowest position is
6.5 m above any surrounding object within a 75 m radius (see Figure 1). For example in case a 10 m
tower is used, there should be no objects in a 75 m radius, as the tip of the 3 m blade is located at
7 m above the ground.
In addition keep in mind where you plan to install the inverter system and gain access to the grid if it
planned to have a grid connected turbine. Lengthy power cables can substantially contribute to the
installation costs and generate higher losses in the energy conversion process. If a long distance is

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required between your turbine and the connection point, it will be necessary to use heavy gage wire to
reduce the resistance of the wire.
When raising the 10 m tower using the gin-pole kit, a minimum open area with approximately 32 m
length is required (see Figure 2). Slightly less than 14 m are required on one side of the foundation
(measured from the centre of the foundation) for the tower and turbine. Depending on the length of
the vehicle and the method used to raise the tower, over 18 m might be required on the other side of
the foundation for the vehicle, lifting cable and gin-pole. For an easier and safer assembly, this area
should be 7 m wide over the entire length, having 3,5 m to either side in order to accommodate the
turbine blades. Narrower area on the gin-pole and the lifting cable side might be sufficient dependant
on the used vehicle width.
Figure 2 –Required area for erection
If the tower is being erected on the side of a hill it will be much easier to raise the tower if it is
assembled to the uphill side of the base.
14 m
18 m

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3. Parts list
After purchasing my!Wind 10 kW turbine the client shall receive following items for the installation:
QTY
Part number
Description
1
5KW-MD-01.01.00.00.00
Generator
3
5KW-MD-01.01.04.00.00
Blade
1
5KW-MD-01.01.00.00.01
Blade cover
3
5KW-MD-01.01.00.00.02
Blade cover holder
1
5KW-MD-01.01.00.00.03
Nacelle cover
1
08 VBS 30 B9/T
Junction box
1
5KW-MD-01.02.01.00.00
Tower 1st segment
1
5KW-MD-01.02.02.00.00
Tower 2nd segment
1
5KW-MD-01.02.03.00.00
Tower base
2
DIN 912 –M5 x 16 - Zn
Cylinder Head Cap Screw
20
ISO 7380 - M8 x 20 - A2
Hexagon Button Head Screw
24
DIN 912 - M10 x 35 - Zn
Cylinder Head Cap Screw
6
DIN 933 - M16 x 40 - Zn
Hex-Head Bolt
16
DIN 933 - M20 x 45 - Zn
Hex-Head Bolt
2
DIN 975 - M27 x 500 - Zn
Threaded Bar
6
DIN 127 - A 8 - Zn
Spring Washer
20
DIN 125 - A 8,4 - A2
Washer
48
DIN 125 - A 10,5 - Zn
Washer
6
DIN 127 - A 16 - Zn
Spring Washer
6
DIN 125 - A 17 - Zn
Washer
16
DIN 127 - A 20 - Zn
Spring Washer
16
DIN 125 - A 21 - Zn
Washer
12
DIN 125 - A 28 - Zn
Washer
24
DIN 985 –M10 –Zn
Nylock hex Nut
16
DIN 934 - M27 - Zn
Hex Nut
! IMPORTANT: Inspect and unpack all the parts included in your installation kit besides the generator
and make sure that nothing is missing or damaged. Leave the generator in its transportation box for
easier assembly. Use the Parts List and this manual for assistance in identifying parts as you unpack
the shipment. In case some parts turn out to be missing or damaged, do not continue the assembly
and contact your local distributor or my!Wind representative for assistance.

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4. Tools
Dependant on the installation method and desired installation speed a certain tool nomenclature is
necessary.
QTY
Description
Notes
1
Spirit level
At least 300 long
1
41 mm wrench
2
30 mm wrench
2
24 mm wrench
2
17 mm wrench
2
8 mm hex key
2
5 mm hex key
1
4 mm hex key
1
Socket wrench set
30, 24 and 17 mm sockets
1
Torque wrench
Up to 1080 Nm
1
Hammer
Big size
1
Crowbar
1
Pliers
Flat nose
1
WD 40 oil
200 ml
10
Cable ties
200 mm length
2
Lifting sling
Rated at least 400 kg
1
11 m rod or 12 m strong blank cable
For pushing the wires through the tower
1
Fork lifter, tractor, crane
At least 400 kg of lifting force, at least 3000 kg of
pulling force
1
Truck with a winch (optional)
At least 3000 kg of pulling force
10
Wooden pallets or mast tripods (2 pcs)
To support the tower segments
1
Gin-pole
3
Shackle Us. Std M16
Rated at least 2000 kg
1
Cable 6x19-FC 8 x 6655 mm
rated at least 3800 kg, 2 x thimble ends
1
Cable 6x19-FC 8 x 6655 mm
rated at least 3800 kg, 1 x thimble end, 1 x hook
end
1
6 m ladder (optional)
For removing the connection cable
1
ITS-2-45 Dual axis inclinometer (optional)
For levelling the tower according to Annex 1
2
M4x10 screws (optional)
For fixing the inclinometer
1
3 mm hex key (optional)
For fixing the inclinometer

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5. Erection the of tower
Before starting the tower erection, following steps must be completed:
1. The foundation has been manufactured according to appendix 02 and has had at least 28
days to cure.
2. All the parts have been inspected and unpacked and deemed to be of right quantity and
quality.
3. All the tools have been acquired and their presence has been verified.
Step 1: Placing the tower base plate
1. Place four pairs of M27 nuts onto the M27 threaded bars and place A 28 washer on top of
each pair (see Figure 3). Adjust the upper nut surface to roughly 95 mm from the foundation
surface. Use WD-40 oil to lubricate the nuts before placing them on the bars.
2. Place the tower base plate onto the washers and use a spirit level to level the base plate in
the horizontal plane. Do so by turning the upper M27 nuts up and down as far as needed.
! HINT: Do not push the bottom nuts against the upper nuts before levelling out the base
plate. This will make the adjustment process faster. Take not of the base plate placement in
terms of lifting equipment to have enough space available at the right sides.
3. Place A 28 washer onto each threaded bar and on top of the base plate.
4. Place M27 nuts onto each threaded bar and fix them cross wise with a torque of 1080 Nm,
going first 50% and then 100%.
5. Push the bottom counter nuts against the upper nuts and fix them with a torque of 540 Nm.
Figure 3 –Placing the base plate

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Step 2: Placing the tower 1st segment
1. Place the tower 1st segment hinge between base plate hinges (see Figure 4). The 1st segment
weighs about 285 kg, therefore a lifting aid in form of a tractor, fork lifter or a crane is
necessary to perform the operation. Use synthetic lifting slings to make contact with the tower
1st segment in order not to damage the zinc layer. ! IMPORTANT: Make sure you DO NOT
place any body part underneath the lifted object while it is being lifted.
2. Once the tower segment hinge and base plate hinges are coaxial, place the M27 x 500
threaded bar through the hinges.
3. Place A 28 washers onto both ends of the threaded bar.
4. Place M27 nuts onto both ends of the threaded bar and fix them by hand only.
Figure 4 –Placing the 1st segment
5. Place the mast tripod or wooden pallets with a height of 0,7 m underneath the 1st segment
approximately 2,6 m from the foundation edge (see Figure 5).
6. Lower the tower 1st segment onto the tripod or pallets and release the lifting equipment.
! IMPORTANT: Make sure that the segment is securely supported and shall not fall over.