XZERES Wind Skystream 3.7 - Default Chapter; Important Safety Instructions

Skystream Owner’s Manual 3-CMLT-1054 Rev O XCO 1191 Pg. 3
In this Manual
IMPORTANT:
Please take note
TIP: Helpful information to ease
the installation
Professional installation
highly recommended
Warning: Risk of injury or death
- proceed with extreme caution
Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions in their entirety before installing or operating.
Professional Installation: XZERES
Wind strongly recommends Skystream be installed by trained professionals.
1) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important instructions for Skystream that
must be followed during installation and maintenance of the Wind Turbine generating system.
2) Read, understand and respect all warnings.
3) Turn Skystream “OFF” if “growling” or unusual noise or operation is observed. Contact XZERES
Wind Technical service.
4) Install Skystream on a calm day - no wind at ground level.
5) Install Skystream in accordance with National Electric Code (NEC) and local building codes.
6) Always obtain a building permit before construction.
7) A minimum of 2 adults are required to safely lift or move Skystream.
Use proper equipment such as hydraulic hoists to lift Skystream.
8) Always wear appropriate protective personal
equipment such as closed toe work shoes, hard hat,
work gloves, and safety glasses when working on or
installing Skystream.
9) Turn Skystream “OFF” if ice accumulates on blades
to avoid possible injury resulting from ice flying off
blades.
10) This wind generator complies with international
safety standards, and therefore the design or its
installation must never be compromised.
a. Do not open the inverter cover; doing so without
factory authorization will void the warranty.
b. Apply the proper torque to all fasteners.
c. Torque field wire connections to Skystream to
2.0 N·m.
Refer to the table for torque specifications.
The Tightening torque, allowable wire size, and type, for the Field- Wiring Terminals
Circuit
Tightening torque
(in./lbs)
Wire size
(AWG/kCmil/MCM)
Wire type
Wire Temperature
rating
Output
18-19 inch pounds
(2.0 N·m)
6-14 AWG
Copper Conductors
Only
75C
AC equipment
ground (Neutral)
18-19 inch pounds
(2.0 N·m)
6-14 AWG
Copper Conductors
Only
75C
Refer to Electrical Connections section of this manual (Section 2.1.2).
d. Install only on a Professional Engineer (PE) certified tower.
e. Do not paint the blades.