Hi All,
The subject says it all.
I switched it back on at approx., 2:00 pm local time today, 14th January 2014.
It is also now running at it's full 14 dBw (25 watts) ERP. Be interesting to see how the batteries hold up.
It would appear that the +/- 24 volt dc output wires from the PCB had been wired to two of the three ac input terminals, and the other two ac input wires had been connected to the +/- 24 volt dc output terminals !!!!!!!
Obviously NO inspection or testing done at that manufacturing plant !!!!!
No wonder I was getting a big spark, and a lot of current flowing, I was basically putting two of the three turbine winding's directly across a 24 volt 250 AH supply.
I have corrected the wiring, and installed the unit.
However, having spoken to the Turkish manufacturers this morning, (the German distributor having handed me directly on to them), I am awaiting confirmation from them as to the implications for the reliability of the turbine as a result of the incorrectly wired controller, and a delivery confirmation with regard to a replacement controller.
I had previously advised the German distributor, that I expected both items to be replaced without charge.
We'll see what happens ...
There is still a way to go, we only have the turbine available for charging at this time, although it is anticipated that the solar panels will be installed fairly shortly.
Not sure if the controller is actually working, as there was no wind on the site today ... Someone's LAW !!!!
I'm going back to the site tomorrow morning to check the batteries, and hopefully there will be some wind to get the turbine going, so that I can check out the re-wired regulator / controller.
Anyway, depending upon the battery state tomorrow morning, we'll know if it's been charging or not over night. Although, the Met Office web site indicates that after a quiet day and first part of the night, the winds will pick up again early tomorrow morning.
Cheers & 73's
Dave, G3ZXX.