PowerSpout
TRG installation 2018
Last revised July 2018
© 2018 EcoInnovation Ltd (NZ)
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Some MPPT controllers can take minutes to locate the maximum PowerPoint, and certain
models will sometimes go to sleep and not wake up. If this happens restart the MPPT
controller (by removing all power from the unit or by selecting the restart option in the display
menu), and on seeing a turbine voltage above the battery voltage it should wake up and
track until it locates the maximum power point.
Here are examples of what you might see. In this example both MPPT units were connected
to a TRG80 running at maximum output.
FM60 locating 1.6kW MPPT from a TRG80
MC250 tracking 1.23 kW MPPT from a TRG80
FM60 tends to track down from the Voc and MC250 (in hydro mode) tends to track up from
the battery voltage. Once it gets to about 80 VDC input it will also have 1.6kW on the
display.
For more detailed information on the set up of MPPT controllers see the pdf guides in the
document index
.
Here are links to some of these guides:
Outback FM60/FM80
,
Midnite Classic150/200/250
,
Midnite KID,
Morningstar, Tracer,
Studer,
Schneider
and
Fangpusun
2.3.6.
All turbine models - final commissioning checks
If operating above 1000 Watts in hot climates you must check the generator running
temperature. If it is too hot to touch, then more ventilation is required.
Once the full output has been obtained, check that the circuit breakers ratings are 25% over
the working current(s) in their circuits.
Check that battery charge controls are working correctly and any diversion loads are
operating as expected.
Take photos and record operating voltages, currents and water pressures etc. for all
configurations of jets turned on or off. Email this to your dealer. (This is a warranty
requirement.) If you are getting less power than expected then see the trouble-shooting
section 2.4.8 for hints.
When turbine testing and commissioning is completed and documented, ensure that the
protective fairing is are in position prior to client hand over.
Comply with signage requirements as listed in relevant national standards.
