Rutland FM1803-2
Installation & Operation
Document No: SM-146 Issue D 14.03.08
Marlec Engineering Co Ltd
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MOUNTING TOWER
The Rutland 1803-2 is designed to fit inside a round tube with an internal diameter
of 81mm.
A suitable mounting pole can be erected using 80mm (3“) galvanised (medium) tube
to BS1387 a minimum height of 6.5m, 10m or greater is recommended. The tube
must be supported by a minimum of 2 sets of four guy lines.
The attachment points for the guy lines to the tower should be securely fixed to the
tower.
All items should be galvanised or stainless steel for protection against corrosion.
Where guy lines are looped, the loop must incorporate a thimble and be fitted
with a minimum of three rope grips.
All ground fixings must be made suitable according to the ground conditions.
Pivot type towers are recommended as these allow for easier installation and
lowering for access to the wind generator for maintenance. A form of pivoting
tower is suggested in Fig 2. Non-guyed pivoting towers are available, for further
tower details contact the dealer or manufacturer.
