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ENGLISH USERS MANUAL WINDMASTER 500
Product description and application
Congratulations for choosing the Mastervolt
Windmaster 500. The Windmaster 500 is a inverter
for grid connection of small wind turbines. The
design is based on the successful Soladin 600 Solar
inverter. Windmaster 500 is an “OEM” product and
is sold as a part of a system through selected
system vendor. The product is to be installed only
with selected wind turbines. A system is evaluation
by Mastervolt is part of the qualification process.
Unpacking
The delivery consists of the following parts:
• The Windmaster 500 with mounting bracket
• This user’s manual
• MultiContact “Pigtail” adapters (2x)
• Windmaster 500 PC-Link
After unpacking, check the Windmaster 500 for
possible damage. Do not use the Windmaster 500 if
it is damaged. If in doubt, contact your system
vendor.
Safety
• Contact an installer if the wind system does not
comply with the above mentioned stipulations.
Due to possible high voltages installation and
modification may only be carried out by a
qualified electrician who is familiar applicable
regulations and standards.
• Install the Windmaster 500 according to the
instructions stated in this manual.
• Be sure that the Windmaster 500 is disconnected
from the grid during installation. This can be done
by removing the fuse of the corresponding
branch circuit at the AC distribution board
• Connections and safety features must be
executed according to the locally applicable
regulations
• The Windmaster 500 must be used in
accordance with the specifications as stated on
page 10
• Never open the housing as high voltages may be
present inside!
Max Input Voltage 150V
Max Input Current 8A
Nom Input Power 550Wdc
Max Short Circuit 12A