Sunforce Éolienne 600W Notice D'utilisation page 15

6. MAINTENANCE
Your Sunforce Products 600 Watt Wind Turbine has been designed to run for long periods without
requiring any maintenance. Performance will be enhanced if you periodically inspect your system.
Review the following simple maintenance procedures and implement every six months.
Caution: Do not go near the wind turbine during operation.
Caution: The blades are sharp. Please handle with care.
• Check blades for superficial damage. Replace blades if damaged. It is important to not use blades
that are damaged, as you will lose overall balance, resulting in a decrease in efficiency. Should you
notice damage to the blades you must replace all 3. The blades are balanced as sets.
• Check the blade bolts and the hub nut for tightness.
• Check nosecone for cracks and tighten nuts.
• Wipe any excess dirt build-up from the blades.
• Check all electrical connections to make sure they are tight and free from corrosion.
• Check the voltage of your battery bank with a Multi-meter and clean the terminals.
• Sunforce Products suggests replacing the blades every five years for optimal performance.
7. FAQS
(1) How does the Sunforce Products 600 Watt Wind Turbine control power and RPM in high winds?
Your Turbine's operation will be halted to reduce the risk of damage due to overcharge and over spin
of the rotor blades. This process of braking is handled internally through your Turbines electronics.
(2) What is the maximum wind speed the Sunforce Products 600 Watt Wind Turbine will survive, and
do I need to take it down in a storm?
Your wind turbine is designed to operate in most climatic conditions. Should you expect or experience
winds of 150MPH upwards, please turn off the MPPT controller which will in turn manually apply the
braking system to protect from any over spin. Once the Turbine has stopped it is possible to lay down
the Tower to offer further protection.
(3) How long will the bearings or other wearing parts last?
According to engineering calculations, the bearings should have a 10-year life span in 12- mph (6 m/s)
average wind speed sites. Bearing life will vary from one application to another; however, you should
expect at least a five-year performance in adverse conditions and 10 years in normal conditions.
(4) Can the Sunforce Products 600 Watt Wind Turbine be connected in reverse-polarity to the battery
without causing any damage?
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