1. Important Safety Instructions
1.1 Safety Instructions
1.1.1 Read these instructions.
1.1.2 Keep this user manual in a safe and accessible place.
1.1.3 Take note of all warnings to avoid injury or damage.
1.1.4 Follow all instructions.
1.1.5 The safety instructions provided herein are for illustrative purposes that include but are not limited to those listed in this manual. Actual operation shall comply with all applicable safety standards.
1.1.6 Always operate or store the equipment in the conditions specified in this manual. The installation and ambient conditions must comply with the regulations in the relevant national and local standards.
1.1.7 Avoid unauthorized disassembly, equipment replacement, or modification of software codes.
1.1.8 Nature’s Generator shall not be liable for the equipment damages, personal injury, property loss or other damages resulting from the following circumstances:
• Force majeure events such as earthquakes, fires, storms, floods, or mudslides.
• Damages caused by improper handling and installation.
• Damages resulting from inadequate storage conditions as specified in the manual.
• Hardware or data damage caused by customer negligence, improper operation, or intentional actions.
• System damage caused by third parties or customers.
• Adjustments, changes, or removal of labels in violation of this manual.
1.1.9 This product may only be used outdoor and that no indoor use in allowed under any conditions.
1.2 General Requirements
1.2.1 Do not install, use or maintain this equipment near water.
1.2.2 Do not install, use and maintain this equipment in adverse weather conditions such as lightning, rain, storm, snow and earthquake.
1.2.3 Keep this equipment away from heat sources.
1.2.4 Do not insert foreign objects into or block any ventilation openings.
1.2.5 Always turn off the power source before starting any electrical work.
1.2.6 Do not use near flammable gases or fumes or other equipment that produce a large amount of heat.
1.2.7 Do not store this equipment with flammable or explosive materials.
1.2.8 Do not place the equipment on an unstable or inclined surface.
1.2.9 Use the equipment for its intended purpose and avoid stacking objects on top of it during storage or use.
1.2.10 Keep the system out of the reach of children and pets.
1.2.11 Only use attachments/accessories approved by the manufacturer.
1.2.12 Regularly inspect the equipment and its accessories for damage or deterioration.
1.2.13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the equipment has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the equipment, the equipment has been exposed to rain or moisture, has been dropped or does not operate normally.
1.2.14 The equipment should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as drinking glasses or vases, should be placed on the equipment.
1.2.15 The transportation, wiring, installation and maintenance shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations and standards.
1.2.16 Do not make changes or modifications to the equipment’s structure, installation sequence, etc.
1.2.17 Position the system on the flat surface and firmly secure it to a wall or other solid objects.
1.2.18 After installing the equipment, remove the idle package materials from the site such as cartons, foam, plastic, nylon ties, etc.
1.3 Warning
1.3.1 The rotating blades present the most serious mechanical hazard. The tip of the rotating blades may be moving at the speed over 300 miles per hour. The blades are almost invisible and may cause serious injuries. You should NOT install the turbine where anyone could come in touch with the rotating blades.
1.3.2 The Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine generates the electricity and thus the inherent personal injury from electricity exists. The Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine generates the electricity and thus the inherent personal injury from electricity exists.
1.3.3 When replacement parts are required, make sure that the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, personal injury, or other hazards.
1.3.4 After completing any service or repair to this device, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine is in correct operating condition.
1.3.5 These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
1.4 Caution
1.4.1 Stop using the Nature's Generator Wind Turbine and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
•If your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine has been dropped or damaged in any way.
•When your Nature's Generator exhibits a distinct change in performance.
1.4.2 Your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine may contain materials that are regulated for environmental reasons. Your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine also contains materials that can be recycled and reused. To help protect the environment, contact your local authorities for information about disposal or recycling and about finding a recycler in your area before you dispose of your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine.
1.5 Storage Instruction
1.5.1 Make sure the place where to store the system is well ventilated and spacious.
1.5.2 Do not store the system in flammable or explosive environments.
1.5.3 Keep the system out of the reach of children and pets.
1.5.4 Do not stack anything on top of the equipment during storage.
1.5.5 Avoid exposing the equipment to rain, humidity or direct sunlight.
1.5.6 Store the product in the conditions described in this manual.
1.6 INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
1.6.1 WARNING – When using this product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
a. Read all the instructions before using the product.
b. Wait until a calm day to install the Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine.
c. The equipment must be installed by a qualified electrician in compliance with all applicable electrical codes!
d. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
e. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children.
f. To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the cable.
g. Do not put fingers or hands into the product.
h. Avoid the sharp edges on the blades.
i. Readjust and tighten the screws and bolts as needed after installation.
j. Your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine must be installed in accordance with this manual along with
local and national building code. Incorrect installation may void warranty.
k. Your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine blades spin at a potentially dangerous speed. Never
approach turbine in motion.
l. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by manufacturer may result in a risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
m. Do not disassemble the equipment, take it to a qualified service person when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
1.7 WARNING: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
1.7.1 When the local codes require, this product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
1.7.2 WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor is able to result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded.
4. Using Your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine
4.1 How to choose the location
The wind speed has dramatic effects on your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine. The location shall be carefully considered to achieve the optimal performance of your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine, prior to the mounting of your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine. Each installation is unique and often a compromise among surrounding environment, distance between your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine and your Nature’s Generator, zoning requirements, budget and etc.
In general terms, the higher your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine can be mounted, the greater the air flow will be and thus the better power production will be. However, towers are expensive and can easily exceed the cost of the turbine. The minimum recommended tower height is 20ft to 30ft above nearby obstructions as shown below. The obstructions create turbulence which reduces the efficiency of the wind turbine may accelerate wear and tear of your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine.
Safety must be the primary concern when selecting the mounting location. Install your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine so there is no possibility of accidental contact with rotating blades even if it requires installing the wind turbine in a less than ideal location. Safety has precedence over efficiency.
4.2 How to choose the tower
Your Nature’s Generator is designed to mount on nominal 1.5 inch schedule 40 steel tubing or piping. The outside diameter of the tubing or piping shall be around 1.875 inch to 1.900 inch. The steel tubing or piping should be available through your local hardware store. Under no circumstances should plastic pipe be used to construct a tower. Towers must be capable of withstanding 160 pounds of load in the horizontal direction at the wind turbine.
4.3 How to Install your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine
Caution: Choose a calm day and have someone available to help during the installation process.
Caution: The blades edges are sharp. Please handle carefully.
Caution: Do not assemble the blades before the body is mounted on the pipe or tower.
Caution: Do not connect your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine with Nature’s Generator until all installation has been completed.
4.3.1 Step 1: Run the wind turbine cable through the pipe and drag the connector close to the Nature’s Generator. The female connector shall be close to your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine and the male connector shall be close to your Nature's Generator.
4.3.2 Step 2: Connect the wind turbine cable and your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine by pushing and twisting the connectors.
4.3.3 Step 3: The rubber gasket that is stored inside of the yaw and the included rubber pad help to prevent the the yaw from contacting the pipe directly. The rubber gasket and rubber pad will assist in reducing the transmission of noise and vibration down the pipe. Slide the yaw shaft all the way down over the top of the pipe and be careful not to pinch the cable. There may be some slight variances of the thickness or size of the pipe from different makers or models. Please adjust the size of rubber pad as needed.
4.3.4 Step 4: Firmly tighten the yaw clamp bolts with the 6mm hex key. Be sure that your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine is securely attached to the pipe.
4.3.5 Step 5: Place one of the blades on one of the hub socket. Place a lock washer and then a flat washer on the blot and then insert the bolt through the blade ad the socket. Place a nut on the other side of socket and tighten the bolt with the 5mm hex key. Repeat this process on all five blades. Make sure the lock washer and flat washer are placed in the right order. The blades will become loose if it is not installed properly.
4.3.6 Step 6: Slide the blade assembly onto the rotor shaft and place the lock washer and lock nut on the shaft. Make sure the lock washer is right next to the lock nut.
4.3.7 Step 7: Insert the 8mm hex key into the rotor shaft. Hold the blade assembly and tighten the M16 nut by turning the 8mm hex key counter clockwise. If needed, please use the extender (not included) to extend 8mm hex key to tighten the lock nut. Finally, spin the blades slowly to be sure they turn freely and the hub does move in along the rotor sha.
4.3.8 Step 8: Place the nose cone over the center line of the blade assembly and snap the nose cone into place.
4.3.9 Step 9: Carefully raise the tower and secure the base and/or cables.
4.4 How to connect your Nature’s Generator Wind Turbine to your Nature’s Generator
4.4.1 Step 1: Connect the wind turbine cable to the round connector from one side of the controller box by pushing and twisting the connectors.
4.4.2 Step 2: Connector the square connector from the other side of controller box to your Nature’s Generator “WIND INPUT” port.
4.4.3 Step 3: When your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine spins at certain speed, you will see the whole display on your Nature's Generator lights up, if your Nature's Generator main power is switched off. It means your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine is recognized by your Nature's Generator, but it is not powerful yet to recharge your Nature's Generator. When your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine spins at proper speed, you will see the wind turbine icon on the display illuminates and battery bar starts running. It means your Nature's Generator Wind Turbine is recharging your Nature's Generator.
