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1. Introduction

The M300 Pico-Hydro is a water-driven power generation and storage system.
Commonly installed in remote or unpowered locations the M300 system provides

electrical power to run a variety of equipment. Power generated is often used

for data aquisition and transmission and powering local devices.
Common equipment powered by the M300 Pico-Hydro system include Remote

Terminal Units (RTUs) for SCADA systems, pressure or flow control devices, radios,

blowers, fans, sump pumps, and LED lighting.

Unlike wind or solar, the M300 Pico-Hydro operates efficiently in any kind of

weather and can be installed out of sight in secure locations. Because power

generation is readily available at all times smaller energy storage components

are required thereby reducing system cost.
This manual is intended to help with installation, operation, and maintenance

operations for the M300 Pico-Hydro System.

Summary of Contents for M300 Pico

Page 1: ...M300 Pico Hydro System Installation Operations Maintenance Version 2 0 0 1 ...

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Page 3: ...erials Required 19 4 3 Additional Materials Recommended 21 4 4 Connected Devices 22 4 5 M300 30 Recommended System Layout 23 4 6 M300 60 Recommended System Layout 24 4 7 Installation Procedure 25 5 System Operation 29 5 1 Initial System Startup 30 5 2 System Shutdown 34 5 3 System Startup 35 6 Maintenance 37 6 1 System Maintenance 38 7 Appendix 39 7 1 Planning Your System 40 7 2 MHC2500 Control Pa...

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Page 5: ...M300 Pico Hydro system include Remote Terminal Units RTUs for SCADA systems pressure or flow control devices radios blowers fans sump pumps and LED lighting Unlike wind or solar the M300 Pico Hydro operates efficiently in any kind of weather and can be installed out of sight in secure locations Because power generation is readily available at all times smaller energy storage components are require...

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Page 7: ... a hydroelectric turbine Flow passes through the turbine and is converted from hydraulic energy into electric energy Generated electricity is sent to the control panel which provides system monitoring and control The control panel intelligently distributes power to connected devices and a battery bank Charge level is monitored and power generation is automatically matched to demand Power output is...

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Page 9: ...mblies Converts hydraulic energy into electric energy MHC2500 Control Panel Motorized Valve Provide system optimization and generation control Low Voltage Battery Bank Acts as a system ballast and stores energy for later use 3 M300 System Components ...

Page 10: ...2 PSI Net Head Applications 1 25 NPT Inlet 1 50 NPT Discharge 1 2 Electrical Conduit Connection 300 Watt Maximum Output M300 30 Turbine Generator 11 x 10 x 9 Inch Overall Size 3 1 M300 30 Turbine Generator Assembly ...

Page 11: ...3 PSI Net Head Applications 1 25 NPT Inlet 1 25 NPT Discharge 1 2 Electrical Conduit Connection 300 Watt Maximum Output 15 x 7 x 4 Inch Overall Size M300 60 Turbine Generator 3 2 M300 60 Turbine Generator Assembly ...

Page 12: ...ches generation to load Maintains optimum battery charge levels Ensures battery bank is not depleted 12 24 VDC compatible 12 x 10 x 6 Inch Enclosure Size MHC2500 Control Panel Modulates flow through system Operates on 4 20 mA signal 1 25 NPT Connections Motorized Valve 3 3 Control Panel Motorized Valve ...

Page 13: ...ressure differential and requires less flow This is reflected in the turbine performance charts located in the appendix Choosing the correct turbine for a particular application is done by evaluating the available net pressure differential upstream pressure downstream pressure It is also important to consider the turbine s required flow rate to ensure adequate flow is available The maximum pressur...

Page 14: ...te operating conditions and change control settings or setpoints An explanation of the charge theory and a complete list of system menus options with explanations are located in the appendix The control panel takes incoming AC power from the turbine generator regulating and rectifying it for DC operation Battery state of charge is continuously evaluated by the control panel The control panel match...

Page 15: ...figuration A battery bank sizing worksheet is located in the appendix to assist wth determining the size and quantity needed The configuration MUST be determined before the unit can be installed It is always recommended to run a 24 volt system rather than a 12 volt system as transmission currents are significantly reduced 12 volt systems do require an additional power supply to provide 24 vdc powe...

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Page 17: ...Page 17 4 Equipment Installation ...

Page 18: ...0 Turbine Generator Assembly Control Panel Electronic Motorized Valve Battery Bank 4 1 2 Additional Materials Required Y Strainer Electrical Wire Battery Housing Junction Box Conduit Pipe and Fittings Mounting Hardware 4 1 3 Additional Materials Recommended Upstream Pressure Gauge Turbine Inlet Pressure Gauge Downstream Pressure Gauge Isolation Valves Pipe Unions Battery Disconnect Switch ...

Page 19: ...alve Command 20mA 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga Inlet Valve Position 20mA 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga 22 ga Inlet Valve Power 3A 18 ga 18 ga 16 ga 16 ga 14 ga 14 ga M300 Turbine Generator 13 5A 12 ga 12 ga 10 ga 10 ga Not Recommended Battery Bank 25A 10 ga 10 ga Low Voltage Disconnects 10A each Depends on Device Load 10A Max Current per Circuit 4 2 3 Battery Housing A protected enclosure t...

Page 20: ...ssure losses through the piping can result in power loss from the generator and must be accounted for The connections on the M300 turbines are NPT threaded connections consult the turbine generator drawings for specifics 4 2 7 Mounting Hardware The M300 turbine generator assembly and control panel should be securely mounted in a location that will not be flooded and is protected from the elements ...

Page 21: ... 3 3 Downstream Pressure Gauge A downstream pressure gauge placed directly after the turbine discharge will verify pressure differential across the turbine when used in conjunction with an inlet pressure gauge This will also serve to verify the 5 psi downstream requirement is met preventing damage to the turbine generator 4 3 4 Isolation Valves Isolation valves are recommended on either side of th...

Page 22: ...to deplete the battery bank charge level it can damage the battery and or take the entire M300 system offline The low voltage disconnect option for the connected device circuits protects the system from fully draining itself If this option is enabled the system wil automatically cut power to that circuit when battery voltage levels reach the low voltage disconnect setpoint By default this disconne...

Page 23: ...pstream Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 6 Pipe Union 1 25 NPT 7 Electronic Motorized Valve 1 25 NPT 8 Tee 1 25 x 1 25 x 0 75 NPT 9 Inlet Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 10 M300 30 Turbine Generator Assembly 11 Bushing 1 5 x 1 25 NPT 12 Pipe Union 1 25 NPT 13 Tee 1 25 x 1 25 x 0 75 NPT 14 Downstream Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 15 Reducer 2 x 1 25 NPT 16 Isolation Ball Valve Full Port 2 NPT 17 2 Downstream Piping ...

Page 24: ... NPT 7 Electronic Motorized Valve 1 25 NPT 8 Tee 1 25 x 1 25 x 0 75 NPT 9 Inlet Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 10 M300 60 Turbine Generator Assembly 11 90 Degree Elbow 1 25 NPT 12 Pipe Union 1 25 NPT 13 Tee 1 25 x 1 25 x 0 75 NPT 14 Downstream Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 15 Reducer 2 x 1 25 NPT 16 Isolation Ball Valve Full Port 2 NPT 17 2 Downstream Piping 2 3 4 5 10 4 6 M300 60 Recommended System Layout ...

Page 25: ...tor assembly in a proper orientation as described in the diagrams below Mounting Diagram The turbine generator assembly can be mounted on either a horizontal or vertical surface When mounted on a vertical surface the unit must be oriented so that the generator is above the turbine to avoid water entering the generator from leaking or condensation The assembly must also be mounted correctly to prev...

Page 26: ...m components can be 1 25 inch for ease of installation permitted they are short lengths For all plumbing avoid sharp bends and long runs of pipe to reduce pressure losses All isolation valves used in series with the M300 system should be 2 inch full port valves or larger This sizing ensures efficiency of operation by minimizing pressure losses before and after the turbine 4 7 3 Mounting and Wiring...

Page 27: ...ol panel and then to any connected devices for circuits which may use the low voltage disconnect option All wire must be properly sized for each circuit It is recommended using red wire for connections and black wire for GND connections unless otherwise noted Suggested wire sizes are listed in the materials required section of this manual Refer to the control panel wiring diagram for field wiring ...

Page 28: ...fferent arrangements 1 Once the batteries are wired together inside the enclosure connect a wire from the Battery terminal in the control panel to the battery s positive terminal 2 Connect a wire from the control panel s Battery terminal to the manual Disconnect Switch Make sure that the disconnect switch is in the off position and connect a wire from the remaining terminal on the Disconnect Switc...

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Page 30: ... is Properly Connected 1 Check that the battery bank is properly wired 2 Check that the turbine generator is properly wired 3 Check that the motorized valve is properly wired 4 Check that any connected devices are properly wired 5 1 3 Connect the Control Panel to the Battery Bank Close the manual disconnect switch between the battery bank and the control panel Check that the display on the control...

Page 31: ...n be used to verify the motorized valve is operating properly To do so log on to edit system setpoints and manually open close the valve Water supply to the system should be turned off during this process 1 Log on to the control panel to manually control the motorized valve Main Menu 3LOGON 2 Enter code to edit the set points 1234 then press enter 3 Navigate to the valve operations menu Main Menu ...

Page 32: ...Verify that the pressure differential across the system is within the expected range This is the differential from before the motorized valve to after the turbine discharge Do NOT exceed the following limitations for pressure differential Turbine Generator Model Maximum Pressure Differential M300 30 32 PSI MAX M300 60 73 PSI MAX CAUTION If excessive pressure differential is present in the system a...

Page 33: ...e by evaluating the pressure at the turbine inlet and discharge Note that the pressure at the turbine inlet can differ from the pressure upstream of the motorized valve if the valve is partially closed 4 Consult the turbine generator performance chart in the appendix to verify that power output matches expected output At this point the M300 Pico Hydro system should be fully set up and operational ...

Page 34: ...procedure should be followed any time the M300 Pico Hydro system is to be brought offline 1 Slowly close any isolation valves and shut off water supply to the system 2 Disconnect the battery bank from the control panel de energizing the system ...

Page 35: ...control panel to bring the system online Check that the display on the control panel is powered up The control panel must be powered on to continue with system startup and commence generation 5 3 2 Flow Water Through the System 1 Slowly open any valves downstream off the system 2 Slowly open any valves upstream of the system allowing water to flow through At this point the M300 Pico Hydro system s...

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Page 38: ... found during an inspection corrective actions should be taken Below are a list of possible symptoms causes and corrective actions Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Turbine Generator Leaking Water Worn Seal Factory Service by Canyon Hydro Worn O Rings or Gasket Low Power Output Clogged Y Strainer Clean Y Strainer Air in Turbine Piping Bleed Air Remount Turbine Correctly Debris Inside Turbi...

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Page 40: ...ll be passed by the parallel PRV so the flow rate indicated on the performance chart is a minimum requirement Required Flow Available Flow GPM GPM Use the performance chart to estimate the generator s power output in watts Divide this by the system voltage 12V or 24V to calculate the amps available In most cases 24 volt systems are preferred however voltage will depend on what equipment is being r...

Page 41: ... per day that the device is typically operating Using the chart and equations provided below calculate the total daily power draw Device Current Draw amps Required Voltage volts Required Power Amps x Volts watts Daily Runtime hours Daily Power Draw Watts x Hours watt hours Total Daily Power Draw of all devices Sum of all device daily power draws watt hours Daily Required Amp Hours Total Daily Powe...

Page 42: ...att Hours Surge Load Capacity System Voltage Ideal Battery Bank Capacity Watt Hours 12 or 24 Volts Amp Hours To ensure longevity it is important that batteries are not fully discharged To prevent damage from occuring the battery bank capacity calculated above should be oversized by a minimum 15 7 1 4 Battery Bank Configurations For some applications a single battery will be able to provide the req...

Page 43: ...ied Capacity 200 Amp Hours Supplied Voltage 24 Volts Supplied Capacity 200 Amp Hours Dual Batteries wired in series Dual Batteries wired in parallel Quad Batteries series and parallel 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour 12 Volt 100 Amp Hour ...

Page 44: ...is fully charged a somewhat lower float voltage is applied to maintain the battery in a fully charged state In float charge the control panel will modulate turbine output to maintain charge level until the battery bank no longer accepts additional charging Equalize In addition to the 3 stage charging a manual equalize function is included to periodically condition lead acid batteries Periodic equa...

Page 45: ...ontrol panel to send a battery charge level signal to a SCADA or similar system To use this circuit the control panel must be supplied with a 24VDC power source on the terminal The control system then returns a 4 20 mA signal 0 100 charged on the terminal 7 2 6 Specifications Specifications MHC2500 Output Current Rating 25A Nominal Battery Voltage 12 24 VDC Generator Input Voltage 0 60 VAC Standby...

Page 46: ...ltage GenCurr A Displays the real time generator output current in amps State Displays the charge state STOP BULK ACCEPTANCE FLOAT or EQUALIZE Temp F Displays the control box atmospheric temperature in degrees F Load1 Displays the low voltage disconnect 1 circuit status CONNECTED DISCONNECTED Load2 Displays the low voltage disconnect 2 circuit status CONNECTED DISCONNECTED Load3 Displays the low v...

Page 47: ...e Equal V setpoint voltage ONLY FOR LEAD ACID BATTERIES Equal V The target voltage during equalize charge mode if enabled Default 15 2 Float V The target voltage during float charge mode Default 13 2 ValveAnaGain The measured time for the motorized valve to change from fully open to fully closed Value x 10 time in seconds Do not change unless using an alternate motorized valve than supplied from t...

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Page 49: ...Inc UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED TOLERANCES DIMENSIONS ARE INCHES DO NOT SCALE DRAWING XXXX 0005 X 03 XX 010 XXX 005 DECIMALS SCALE 1 4 FRACTION 0 5 1 16 ANGULAR 4 2 2019 DATE QBC 5500 Blue Heron Lane 360 592 5552 Deming Washington 98244 DESCRIPTION REV APPROVED DATE DWG NO M300 2010 TITLE M300 30 TURBINE GENERATOR ASSY OVERVIEW REV SIZE B CHECKED BY DRAWN BY RM WEIGHT lbs 0 0 Release for production...

Page 50: ...00 704 Tee 1 25 x 1 25 x 0 75 NPT 2 6 M300 705 Bushing 0 75 x 0 5 NPT 3 7 M300 706 Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 0 5 NPT 3 8 M300 707 Bushing 1 5 x 1 25 NPT 1 9 M300 709 Union 1 25 NPT 2 10 M300 710 Reducer 2 0 NPT x 3 0 2 11 M300 711 Connector Nipple 2 0 NPT x 3 2 12 M300 712 Isolation Ball Valve 2 0 NPT 2 M300 MICRO HYDRO the water power division of Canyon Industries Inc UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED TO...

Page 51: ...nc UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED TOLERANCES DIMENSIONS ARE INCHES DO NOT SCALE DRAWING XXXX 0005 X 03 XX 010 XXX 005 DECIMALS SCALE 1 4 FRACTION 0 5 1 16 ANGULAR 12 18 17 DATE QBC 5500 Blue Heron Lane 360 592 5552 Deming Washington 98244 DESCRIPTION REV APPROVED DATE DWG NO M300 2020 TITLE M300 60 TURBINE GENERATOR ASSY OVERVIEW REV SIZE B CHECKED BY DRAWN BY RM WEIGHT lbs 0 0 Release for production ...

Page 52: ...0 702 Connector Nipple 1 25 NPT x 3 9 4 M300 703 Electronic Motorized Valve 1 25 NPT 1 5 M300 704 Tee 1 25 x 1 25 x 0 75 NPT 2 6 M300 705 Bushing 0 75 x 0 5 NPT 3 7 M300 706 Pressure Gauge 0 100 PSI 0 5 NPT 3 8 M300 708 Elbow 90 degree 1 25 NPT 1 9 M300 709 Union 1 25 NPT 2 10 M300 710 Reducer 2 0 NPT x 3 0 2 11 M300 711 Connector Nipple 2 0 NPT x 3 2 12 M300 712 Isolation Ball Valve 2 0 NPT 2 M30...

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