Owner`s manual

AIR-X Land Manual Document #0056 REV D
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AIR-X Adjustable Voltage Range
12v 13.6v to 17.0v preset to 14.1v
24v 27.2v to 34.0v preset to 28.2v
READ THIS BEFORE YOU CONSIDER ADJUSTING THE REGULATION SETPOINT
Turning “up” the regulation set point adjustment will NOT
increase the AIR-X’s output voltage
or amperage. It simply adjusts the “shut down” point for the generators’ voltage regulator.
When the battery voltage reaches the regulation set point voltage, the turbine will slow down
and stop charging the batteries. Turning the screw completely clockwise will NOT
increase
the voltage or power output and will only increase the probability of overcharging your
batteries.
5. TROUBLE SHOOTING
If the turbine does not work properly after following the installation instructions, then read this
chapter and carefully compare your installation with each section.
5.1 Assembly
Make sure the blade assembly is on tight. You can check by placing the 5/16” hex key in the
shaft, holding it and attempting to turn the blade assembly. If you can turn the blade,
retighten the blade assembly.
To minimize noise, make sure that you have loosened the four mounting screws and moved
the turbine up 1/8” inch (2mm) and then re-tighten the screws. This will prevent the top of the
pole from touching the aluminum in the yaw shaft assembly.
5.2 Electrical System
Measure the voltage at the battery terminals to which the AIR-X is connected. For the factory
regulation set point, if the voltage for a 12v system reads 14.1V or higher (24v 28.2), then the
turbine will sense the battery is charged and stop producing power.
NOTE: THE AIR-X ELECTRONICS INCLUDE INTERNAL DIODES. DO NOT PUT
ADDITIONAL BLOCKING DIODES IN BETWEEN THE AIR-X’S WIRES AND THE
BATTERIES. ANY DIODES BETWEEN THE TURBINE AND THE BATTERIES WILL
PREVENT THE TURBINE FROM PROPERLY “SENSING” THE BATTERIES.
While you are conducting output tests, make sure no other devices such as alternators or
photovoltaic panels are charging the batteries at the same time. The total voltage from other
charging sources could increase the battery voltage causing the AIR-X’s regulator to think
the batteries are charged and prematurely stop charging.
It is a good idea to connect the wires from the AIR-X to separate battery terminals on the
battery bank to ensure the turbine reads the battery voltage instead of output voltages from
other charging sources. Higher input voltages from solar panels can trick the AIR-X into
thinking the battery is charged.
Also, check the condition of each individual battery. One bad battery can create high
voltages (16-18 volts) and stop the turbine from charging. Consult the battery manufacturer
for testing individual batteries or cells.
5.3 Elevation