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Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.1 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 1 of 17 Registration Number 2006/005438/07 VAT Registration Number 4870231406 Tel: +27 (0)41 401 2500 Website: www.kestrelwind.co.za Kestrel Diversion Resistors Type 0601 User Manual Revision 1.0 (03-08)

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 2 of 17 CONTENTS PAGE 1 Safety Considerations 1.1 Mechanical Safety 3 1.2 Electrical Safety 3 1.3 Installation Hazards 3 1.4 Operational Safety 3 2 Diversion Resistor Overview 2.1 Diversion Resistor Description 4 2.2 Identification and Markings 4 2.3 Applications and uses 5 2.4 Application List 5 3 Diversion Resistor Assembly 3.1 Components Supplied 6 3.2 Components not Supplied 6 3.3 Tools Required 6 3.4 Unpacking 6 4 Installation Instructions 4.1 Typical Installation Example 7 4.2 Mounting the Diversion...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 3 of 17 1 Saffetty Consiiderrattiions 1..1 Mechaniicall Saffetty 1..2 Ellecttrriicall Saffetty 1..3 IInsttallllattiion Hazarrds 1..4 Operrattiionall Saffetty Disclaimer Kestrel Wind Turbines makes every effort to give accurate information in this manual and is in no way liable for any error or omission. The user of this manual assumes full responsibility and risk. We appeal to your common sense to read and apply the safety notes. Consult professional engineers and take advice if you are unsure. 1 SAFETY...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 4 of 17 2 Diiverrsiion Resiisttorr Overrviiew 2..1 Diiverrsiion Resiisttorr Descrriipttiion 2..2 IIdenttiiffiicattiion and Marrkiings 2..3 Applliicattiion and Uses 2 DIVERSION RESISTOR OVERVIEW 2.1 Diversion Resistor Description IMPORTANT: This product is designed for use with Kestrel Charge Controllers that are installed to charge batteries known as Battery-Charging systems. Failure to fit a divert resistor to Kestrel Charge Controllers Type 0102, 0801 and 0401 will cause malfunctions and damage to the...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 5 of 17 2.3 Applications and Uses Kestrel Diversion Resistors Type 0601are primarily intended for use with Kestrel Charge Controllers connected to Kestrel wind turbines that have been installed to charge batteries. Each application may require specific additional electrical equipment. Consult the manuals supplied with this equipment. 2.4 Application List The following table shows the appropriate diversion resistor that must be used with each Kestrel turbine and charge controller. The electrical current...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 6 of 17 3 DIVERSION RESISTOR ASSEMBLY 3.1 Components Supplied The following components are supplied: Diversion Resistor assembly (800 or 1200W) User Manual 3.2 Components Not Supplied The following components are necessary to complete an installation: Electrical crimp terminals Wall fixing screws 20mm cable glands 3.3 Tools Required The following hand tools are required for Diversion Resistor installation: Small size electrical screwdriver Medium size electrical screwdriver Wire strippers for electrical...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 7 of 17 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 Typical Installation Example A typical battery charging installation is shown below. The system comprises of a Kestrel wind turbine, Kestrel charge controller, Kestrel diversion resistor and storage battery. Note that other electrical equipment will be required to comply with local installation requirements, such as an additional inverter which converts the battery dc power into standard ac power such that common mains powered appliances can be supplied. Consult the...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 8 of 17 4.2 Mounting the Diversion Resistor The Kestrel Diversion Resistor Type 0601 is only suitable for indoor installation. The unit must be vertically mounted using the four internal fixing holes provided. Use secure fastening with suitable wall plugs or bolts. Allow a minimum of 200mm (8”) space all around the unit for cooling. It is normal for the voltage limiter to become quite hot at times as it dissipates unwanted energy. Do not place any objects on the top of the enclosure. Make sure that air can...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 9 of 17 4.3 Electrical Wiring The diversion resistor is not polarity sensitive and can be connected either way round. It is usual to connect the positive terminal on the left. CHECK THAT THE DIVERSION RESISTOR IS THE CORRECT TYPE FOR THE TURBINE AND CHARGE CONTROLLER. PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ! CONSULT SECTION 5 FOR WIRE SIZE RECOMMENDATIONS The Kestrel charge regulator is provided with one pair of clearly marked terminals for "RESISTOR" at the bottom of the regulator marked R1A and R1B. The...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 10 of 17 5 Wiirriing and Cablle Siizes 5..1 Diiverrsiion Resiisttorr Wiirriing 5..2 Liighttniing Prrottecttiion 5 WIRING AND CABLE SIZES 5.1 Diversion Resistor Wiring The following suggestions are made as a guideline. If you are in doubt, consult an electrician. The output wires must be extended as required for the installation. Choose the wire size that is suggested for the size of turbine, electrical current and the distance from the turbine to the charge controller. Good wire connections between the...

Divert Resistor Manual Document #: 0601M01 REV : 1.0 Approval: Date: March ‘08 Page 12 of 17 6.2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Eveready Diversified Products (Pty) Ltd T/A Kestrel Wind Turbines in South Africa declare under our sole responsibility that the product Diversion Resistor Type 0601 To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards IEC 60204-1 Safety of Machinery IEC 60038 IEC Standard Voltages IEC 60529 Degrees of Protection of Enclosures IEC 61000 Electromagnetic Compatibility Date: 25th December 2007 Place: Port Elizabeth South Africa Authorising...