User manual SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER AIR STERNMOUNT MARINE TOWER KIT REV B

[. . . ] This tower has been designed to be simple to install and to reduce the vibrations that any wind turbine produces. However, it is important that you read this manual thoroughly prior to assembly. If you have any questions on proper installation or usage please contact your Southwest Windpower dealer for information. Note: This information is believed to be reliable; however, Southwest Windpower assumes no responsibility for inaccuracies or omissions. [. . . ] The exactconfigurationandhardwarefortheattachmentofthemastbase plate bracket depends on the construction of your boat. You must use your judgment to determine how best to attach the brackets to your boat. Priortoassembly, itisagoodideatogatherallthetoolsnecessaryfor the installation. These include: · Powerdrill · A¼inchdrillbit(6. 4mm) · Hacksawwithacoursetoothblade · Measuringtape · Siliconecaulk · Hexwrenches:7/16inch, ½inch, 9/16inch · Hexkeys:1/8inch, 3/16inch, 7/32inch · Asecondpersontohelpyouwiththeinstallationprocess. Once you have checked all your parts and you have gathered all the necessary tools, you are ready to begin the installation process. Safety and Installation Information The most important factors that must be taken into consideration when installing your tower are SAFETY and performance. WARNING: Any wind turbine has high-speed spinning parts and it can be very dangerous if the turbine is installed improperly! 10 AIR Sternmount Marine Tower Owner's Manual AIR Sternmount Marine Tower Owner's Manual 3 WARNING: The AIR must be installed in a place high enough so that a person cannot come in contact with the spinning blades while the turbine is in operation. Followyourturbinemanual'sinstructionsforattachingtheturbinetothe tower. Permanentlyattachtheendcapstothestaysandboltthebrackettothe deck. Re-assemblethestayvibrationmount(seefigure5). Raise the mast, with turbine attached, and secure the stays to the bracket assembly. Tighten the bolts at the swivel base from the nut side (see figure 4). The second important rule is to locate the AIR in a place where the turbine is free from obstructions. The more open the area around the turbine, the better performance you will receive, and the less the chance your turbine will hit something. your boom or sail rigging). Maintenance Periodicallytightenallscrewsandboltsinthebasebracketstomake sure the tower hardware has not been loosened by vibration or wear. Step 1: Site Evaluation While evaluating your site location, keep in mind that the stays need to be mountedatleast3. 5feet(1. 1m)andnomorethan6. 5feet(2. 0m)away from the turbine mast (see figure 1). The spread angle between the stays shouldbeascloseto90degreesaspossible, plusorminus20degrees (see figure 2). If the stays are to be mounted to a vertical or steeply sloped surface, such as the bulkhead, these guidelines may not apply. Fig. 1 Safe distances from mast to stays. 4 AIR Sternmount Marine Tower Owner's Manual AIR Sternmount Marine Tower Owner's Manual 9 Fig. 2Safeanglesbetweeneachstay. Fig. 5Staymountingbracketassembly. Have your assistant raise the mast while you hold the ends of each stay. As you do this, position each bracket base where they will provide the most rigid assembly. Determine the proper length for each stay and if necessary cut them with a hacksaw to meet the criteria specified in Step 1: Site Evaluation. When each stay is in the correct position, mark the bracket hole location onthedeck. Tightenthesetscrewintheendcap, andusea¼inch(6. 4 mm)bittodrilltheboltholesintothestayonesideatatime. Fastenthe endcapswitha¼inch-20x1-1/2socketheadscrewanda¼inch-20 nut. Drill the three bracket holes and mount the bracket assembly to the deck. Make sure there are no objects below the turbine that would allow someone to step onto and possibly come in contact with the operating turbine. It is also very important to find a secure spot on the deck or transom since the mast and stay bases will be under stress. Most wind turbines are installation in the aft portion of the boat, either on the starboard or port side. [. . . ] Mounting the stays too far apart or too close together will result in inadequate tower support in high wind or rough seas. The angle you attach the end caps to the end of the stays depends on the angle you place the deck brackets. The easiest way to complete this task is to perform a "dry run" installation of the stays. Without drilling any holes through the ends of the stays, assemblethestaymountingbracketsandinserta3/8inchboltthrough each washer and each rubber insulator. [. . . ]