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1. DO NOT CONNECT the cables to the batteries before installation is complete 7 Attach the battery connectors then connect the power cables to the batteries red wire to the positive terminal black wire to the negative terminal refer to O 8 Once the converter is connected to the batteries the LED will come on indicating the current battery power from red to green When the propeller starts turning the color of the LED will change to violet 10W then blue 120W and finally white gt 300W 43 watk amp sea 7 SPECIFICATIONS 7 1 Technical characteristics 600W 970mm and 610mm Hydrogenerator Converter Nominal power 600W Nominal power 500W Nominal voltage Three phase 40V ABS voltage regulator 14 3V 28 6V Rated current 9A Floating voltage 13 3V 26 6V Weight 8 2 kg 7 4 kg Rated current 44A 22A Weight 1 5 kg Dim 210 x 105 x 60 mm CRUISING 970mm CRUISING 500 610mm o z ua 2 c U 970mm 1280mm g od 2 O 3 Max distance to the surface 610mm 500mm 920mm CRUISING rer F watt amp sea Cl 1 363mm 363mm Fig 11 Dimensions of the 600W hydro generator 44 watk amp sea 7 2 Technical characteristics 300W 970mm and 610mm Hydrogenerator Nominal power 300W Converter Nominal voltage Three phase 40V Nominal power 600W Rated current 9A ABS voltage regulator 14 3V 28 6V Weight 7 1 kg 6 3 kg Floating volt2. 3 The boat is going faster than the propeller speed range and the converter is running at maximum capacity e The converter The converter turns the alternating current coming from the alternator into a continuous current compatible with the batteries This voltage is regulated at several levels depending on the state of charge of the batteries During charging voltage is regulated at 14 3V 28 6V absorption phase When conditions allow for fully charging the batteries the converter regulates to a lower voltage 13 8V 27 6V to maintain the batteries without damaging them maintenance floating phase In dock the converter offers the possibility of charging the batteries by connecting a 48V DC 10A power supply not included to the terminals refer to 5 1 46 watk amp sea 7 4 Performance As detailed in section 4 2 concerning the installation of the hydrogenerator on the transom performance very much depends on position and the quality of water flow The chart below shows performance levels measured for a motorboat equipped with 200 mm 7 9 in 240 mm 9 5 in and 280 mm 11 in diameter propellers and a calibrated soeedometer Output Watts amp amps complete autonomy 120W safety systems 30W E T Output Watts amp amps W 4 complete autonomy 120W BA 9p safety systems 30W dif et 2 3 4 5 6 7 H 9 1 n 12 13 1 SPEED knots Fig 13 Power output relate
3. z MA 4 970mm or 610 mm leg e e s Lower gudgeon Leg top plate Leg pin kit Fig 14 Exploded view of a hydrogenerator REFERENCE DESIGNATION G 600 03 Composite generator 600W G 300 03 Composite generator 300W CV 03 12 24Vcc autodetected converter K 03 Lifting bracket with cam cleat P 200 03 Cruising three blade propeller 200 mm 7 9 in P 240 03 Cruising three blade propeller 240 mm 9 5 in P 280 03 Cruising three blade propeller 280 mm 11 in WS EP C 001 Cruising propeller extraction kit F 03 Fastening kit for transom FS 03 Upper gudgeon FI 03 Lower gudgeon MA 970 03 Bare aluminium leg with 2 washers 970 mm 38 in MA 610 03 Bare aluminium leg with 2 washers 610 mm 24 in WS SK C 001 Leg pin kit WS TM C 100 Leg top plate 49 watk amp sea 10 F A Q 710 1 Operation e What power output can expect to generate The power generated depends on the size of the propeller and the speed of navigation The table in section 7 4 gives the output power values related to speed for different propeller sizes e What drag is to be expected Drag depends on the size of the propeller and the speed of navigation We currently do not have any reliable data concerning the effective drag of the hydrogenerator or the speed loss generated Our lowering and lifting trials at constant speed have not shown any significant difference on the speedometer e What happens when the batteries are charged The electronic
4. 4 6 Mounting the electronic converter The electronic converter is a box which is resistant to water and to passive ventilation guaranteeing long term protection even in humid environments The converter must nevertheless be installed inside the boat preferably in the mechanical room in close proximity to the batteries WARNING WHEN RUNNING THE CONVERTER CAN REACH VERY HIGH TEMPERATURES PLEASE REMEMBER THIS WHEN INSTALLING IT N B To ensure proper ventilation the converter must be mounted on a vertical bulkhead with the ventilation grids in the vertical position As it is so light the converter can be securely attached using the velcro provided e degrease the surface on which the converter will be installed e place the strips of velcro provided on the converter e remove the protective tabs e firmly attach the converter to the surface 39 watk amp sea 5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Recommendations concerning the electrical connections Please refer to all local national safety regulations before installation All electrical transmission cables must be well insulated For maximum protection insert the cables into cable sheaths WARNING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE CHECKED ON A REGULAR BASIS TO DETECT ANY CORROSION AND CLEANED WHEN NECESSARY Connection Kit option Ne x e ES or G S xe AQ KA c R S x9 ie 9 gt 4 mm Positive cable Negative cable Three phase cab
5. heeling 35 watk amp sea e Examples of installations with the shorter leg 610 mm 24 in Fig 4 Dual installation on a Pogo40 CN STRUCTURES The hydrogenerators are placed parallel to the rudders but approximately 30 cm 12 in to the inside to avoid their wakes Fig 5 Installation on a catamaran OUTREMER YACHTING Here the hydrogenerator is positioned to the side out of the wake of the nearby rudder 36 watk amp sea 4 3 Installing the cradle on the transom Depending on your boat s transom its structure might need to be reinforced to take the stress on the mountings WARNING Due to the size of the righting lever the maximum theoretical stress on the cradle s mountings is estimated at around 300 kg 661 Ibs Your mounting system should be adapted accordingly The cradle must be adapted to the 8mm 0 3 in diameter chain plates that are securely mounted on the transom The chain plates must be mounted in such a way as to compensate for any tilt of the transom The diagram below will help you adapt the mountings to your boat N B The leg must be vertical in the lowered position Fig 6 Lifting cradle 37 watk amp sea 4 4 Rigging the lowering lifting system Your hydrogenerator comes with a lifting system similar to those used for rudders This lifting system provi
6. long green flash The battery is kept at 100 Hydro braking 1 blue flash The d is halted because it cannot ail NOU 1 red flash The Do TENETUR has been reached Generator problem 2 red flashes Check the hydrogenerator s connection Over voltage at input 3 red flashes The solar panel or the hydrogenerator are applying a voltage that is too high 42 watk amp sea 6 INSTALLATION SUMMARY The following guide sets out the main steps in the hydrogenerator installation procedure This document is intended as a quick reference guide only Please refer to the appropriate sections in this manual for detailed instructions Assemble the propeller refer to 4 1 2 Mechanically mount the hydrogenerator on the transom refer to 4 2 3 Install a 6 mm 0 2 in diameter cable gland to fit the three phase cable inside the boat and put a connection box inside the rear bulkhead refer to 5 1 Alternatively use the WATT amp SEA connection kit with cable and pre assembled waterproof power socket sold as an option Ref WS PL C 001 4 Mount the converter on a vertical bulkhead as close as possible to the batteries refer to 4 6 5 Pass the three phase cable from the transom to the converter Connect the three phase cable phases in the connection box refer to 5 1 Make sure that the propeller is not submerged and that the alternator cannot run during installation 6 Run the converter s power cables through to the batteries refer to 5 2
7. regulator automatically charges the batteries When they are fully charged the propeller freewheels e What happens in the case of an impact The design of the hydrogenerator and especially its lifting system integrates a fuse that will release the generator in the case of violent impact However the risk of direct impact on the generator is minimal given its position on the transom behind the keel centreboard and rudder e Canluse the hydrogenerator with my boat s main engine The system is not designed to replace the engine s alternator It can nevertheless be used while operating your engine This presents no mechanical risk However electrical output will be significantly disrupted depending on the location of the generator and the water turbulence caused by the engine e Canluse the hydrogenerator when reversing The hydrogenerator must be lifted when reversing the boat in order to avoid any possible damage to the leg and cradle mountings 50 watk amp sea 10 2 Maintenance amp repairs e How reliable is the system The reliability of the hydrogenerator has been demonstrated in many ocean and round the world races It benefits from advanced technological expertise as regards resistance e What maintenance will the system require Except for cleaning the exterior the hydrogenerator has no wear parts and therefore requires no specific maintenance WATT amp SEA nevertheless recommends a complete overhaul in an approved rep
8. NVERTER TO THE BATTERIES 42 INTERPRETING THE LEDS 42 INSTALLATION SUMMARY 43 SPECIFICATIONS 44 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 600W 970MM AND 610MM 44 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 300W 970MM AND 610MM 45 OPERATING PRINCIPLES 46 PERFORMANCE 47 MAINTENANCE 48 LIST OF SPARES 49 F A Q 50 OPERATION 50 MAINTENANCE amp REPAIRS 51 RETURN TO PORT 51 WARRANTY 52 FORM FOR REQUESTING AN AFTER SALES SERVICE RETURN 54 watk amp sea 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS While our primary concern in designing the hydrogenerator was your safety certain precautions must nevertheless be taken when operating any mechanical or electrical equipment Please keep the following safety factors in mind when installing and operating the hydrogenerator and be aware at all times of the electrical and mechanical hazards inherent in operating the propeller 1 1 Mechanical hazards Rotating propeller blades present the greatest mechanical hazard The hydrogenerator s blades are made of a composite material and can rotate at a speed of over 100 kph 62 mph At this speed the blades are practically invisible and can cause serious injury WARNING WHEN INSTALLING THE HYDROGENERATOR MAKE SURE THAT THE PROPELLER IS SAFELY POSITIONED OUT OF REACH DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STOP THE PROPELLER WITH YOUR HAND WHILE THE GENERATOR IS RUNNING Pu Electrical hazards Heat in wiring systems often results from undersized cables or faulty connections Batteries have a very high current
9. THREE BLADE PROPELLER 1 CONVERTER 2 strips of velcro 1 hydrogenerator connector 1 solar connector 3 battery connectors 1 ASSEMBLY KIT 2 stainless steel fork mountings bolts 1 M5x16 HSHC SCREW 1 M6x40 HSHC SCREW keep for dismantling the propeller 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Fig 1 The package and its contents 33 watk amp sea 3 REQUIRED TOOLS amp EQUIPMENT Three phase cable minimum 3x 2 5 mm 0 1 in for connecting the hydrogenerator to the converter A Red and black 10 mm2 cable to connect to the battery Joint connectors for 10 mm 0 4 in battery cable u 50 amp fuse or thermal circuit breaker Waterproof connectors for the three phase cables or junction box WATT amp SEA offers an optional connection kit with cable and pre assembled waterproof power socket Ref WS PL C 001 Bolts for securing the cradle chain plate 4 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Your hydrogenerator is shipped partially disassembled Please read the instruction manual carefully before starting installation 4 1 Assembling the propeller e Slide the propeller onto the drive shaft e Check that the stainless steel washer 12 has been pre mounted at the end of the propeller If not insert it Insert the M5 x 16 HSHC screw 21 e Hold the propeller with one hand and tighten the screw using a 4 mm 5 32 Allen key until the screw starts turning the propeller Three blade propeller n Stain
10. age 13 3V 26 6V Rated current 40A 20A Weight 1 5 kg CRUISING 809 Dim 210 x 105 x 60 mm 970mm o z Val 2 a V 970mm 1280mm watk amp sea Max distance to the surface 500mm 140mm 920mm E E o CRUISING TY watk amp sea 315mm i 315mm Fig 12 Dimensions of the 300 W hydrogenerator 45 watk amp sea 7 3 Operating principles e The hydrogenerator The hydrogenerator consists of a permanent magnet alternator producing a very low three phase current 0 40V This alternator technology allows for very high output but has the disadvantage of generating high voltage during overspeed To prevent the voltage from surging over 40V the hydrogenerator is equipped with an electronic system that momentarily short circuits the alternator during overspeed This embedded circuit protects the systems located downstream of the alternator e Protection against overvoltage When the hydrogenerator is working overspeed it produces a very characteristic and audible rumble This can occur for several reasons 1 A cable has been disconnected or the fuse has blown and the converter is no longer connected up to the batteries The hydrogenerator is freewheeling and is no longer slowed by the electromagnetic force 2 The batteries are charged or the battery capacity is too weak The converter has completed charging the batteries or the batteries cannot absorb enough energy to slow down the propeller
11. air centre every two years or every 20 000 nautical miles e Can the propeller be replaced The propeller is designed to be easily dismantled requiring only the M6 extractor screw provided refer to 4 5 10 3 Return to port e What do I do with the hydrogenerator when mv boat is docked in port You can either leave the hydrogenerator in the raised position or opt for a removable system and store it away 51 watk amp sea 11 WARRANTY Coverage and warranty period Our products are designed for very specific conditions of use It is the responsibility of our customers to ensure the appropriate use of our products Our systems are covered by a two year warranty against any manufacturing defect The warranty period starts on the date of purchase of our products by the distributor The warranty is limited to the standard replacement of a defective part or if necessary the entire system upon receipt of the part in question Under civil law it is the responsibility of the purchaser to fulfil the burden of proof regarding the previous nature of the claimed latent defect Any returned systems or parts must be accompanied by the warranty returns form see below duly completed as follows name and address of the customer date of purchase type of boat defective parts description of the structural or design defect and description of the conditions under which the system was used Returned systems or parts shall only be accepte
12. carrying capacity A short circuit in their cables may result in an outbreak of fire To prevent this hazard you must install a 50 amp fuse between the converter and each battery If the fuse is defective you must determine the reason before resetting or replacing it WARNING ONLY A NEW FUSE OF EQUIVALENT AMPERAGE SHOULD BE USED TO REPLACE THE BLOWN FUSE WARNING ALWAYS PLACE THE HYDROGENERATOR IN THE RAISED POSITION BEFORE WORKING ON IT led Installation Please observe the following precautions during installation e Remove the hydrogenerator from the water e Keep safety in mind at all times l Have someone help you throughout the duration of the installation 31 watk amp sea Remember the batteries should be connected last 1 4 Operation e Check the support structure blades and electric circuits on a regular basis e While propeller blades are made of very strong materials they may warp or break if they come into contact with a submerged object WARNING NEVER TOUCH THE PROPELLER WHEN IT IS SPINNING WARNING NEVER USE THE HYDROGENERATOR AS A STEP ONTO OR OFF THE BOAT AS THIS MAY WARP THE DRIVE SHAFT WARNING WHEN RUNNING THE CONVERTER CAN REACH VERY HIGH TEMPERATURES watk amp sea 2 CONTENTS OF THE HYDROGENERATOR PACK Check the contents of the package against the list below wath amp sea 1 HYDROGENERATOR with 2 meters of cable E ha 1 ASSEMBLY CRADLE 1 240 mm 9 5 in
13. d to boat speed 47 watk amp sea 8 MAINTENANCE Originally designed for ocean racing the hydrogenerator benefits from the latest technology where resistance and reliability are concerned All metallic parts are made from either specially treated aluminium or from A4 stainless steel Watertightness is guaranteed using cutting edge industrial gaskets that have a service life of several thousand hours and can easily support circumnavigation of the globe The housing is filled with slightly pressurized lubricating oil to prevent any water seepage The hydrogenerator therefore requires no particular maintenance other than cleaning the external parts e The generator housing should be regularly cleaned and rinsed with fresh water e The generator and propeller mountings should be regularly inspected to ensure they are tight e The electrical connections should be inspected to ensure they are tight and corrosion free e Do not operate the hydrogenerator with a damaged or unbalanced propeller To do so would result in premature wear or even a breakdown The propeller should be replaced at the first opportunity WATT amp SEA recommends a complete overhaul every two years or every 20 000 nautical miles in order to service the generator change the oil and check the bearings 48 watk amp sea 9 LIST OF SPARES Cruising three blade propeller Composite Generator Hinged bracket a Upper gudgeon K z 2 wu
14. d with the prior written consent of WATT amp SEA and must be returned by prepaid shipment Should the replacement of the WATT amp SEA product prove to be due to a defect covered by the warranty these shipment costs shall be refunded Under no circumstances shall returned systems or parts be refunded they shall only be replaced Situations not covered by the warranty This warranty shall not apply if the system has suffered an accident or undergone unauthorized alterations or repairs has not been installed by a professional installer in strict compliance with the procedure specified by WATT amp SEA in the installation and user manual supplied with the generator has been o installed or serviced in an inappropriate manner or used under too high a charge o subjected to abuse or neglect o used while sailing into reverse The warranty shall not take into account any failures due to simple wear and tear or normal ageing of the structures and materials any scratches or any cracks or starring that may appear following an impact Under no circumstances shall WATT amp SEA be liable for any special incidental or consequential damages Should you encounter a problem with your WATT amp SEA hydrogenerator please contact your distributor installer 52 watk amp sea REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE For traceability under the warranty please register the product on our website www wattandsea com Registering your product ha
15. des good access to the propeller when the hydrogenerator is in the raised position thereby facilitating the removal of any seaweed without having to lean out over the water Lowering and lifting are done using two lines attached to specific eyelets The pin provided allows for locking the hydrogenerator in the lowered position Fig 7 View of the lowering lifting lines Maximum traction when lifting is about 40 kg 88 lbs It is therefore recommended to rig 4 1 to 6 1 hoist to ease the use of the hydrogenerator N B When the hydrogenerator is submerged the leg should sit flush in the groove provided for this purpose If this is not the case the lateral support will be less efficient and this may result in mechanical damage It is also advisable to hold the lifting end in place using an elastic cord to prevent it from leaving the groove ap OE 4 Lifting the hydrogenerator 38 watk amp sea 4 5 Dismantling the propeller To dismantle the propeller you should use the M6 extractor screw provided with the hydrogenerator e Unscrew the M5 screw that holds the propeller at the end of the drive shaft e Inits place insert the MG screw and tighten it using the appropriate key This will have the effect of effortlessly removing the propeller from its conical fitting N B Any method for dismantling the propeller other than the one described above may result in damage to the hydrogenerator
16. e is 2 m The batteries are connected to the converter via a solar connector See the installation guide in the appendix for instructions The converter has an internal 2 path balancer that makes it possible to charge two battery units separately The 2 battery units must be at the same voltage WARNING RISK OF OVERLOAD AND OF FIRE THE TWO BATTERY UNITS MUST BE THE SAME TYPE AND THE SAME VOLTAGE WARNING EACH BATTERY UNIT MUST BE PROTECTED WITH A 50 AMP FUSE We recommend connecting the hydrogenerator converter directly to the auxiliary battery unit The converter will monitor the batteries independently of the other onboard units and will charge them as and when required N B Proper operation on one external charge balancer is not guaranteed and may require an additional adjustment See your distributor WARNING NEVER REVERSE THE POLARITY OF THE CONVERTER THIS WILL CAUSE THE FUSE TO BLOW AND MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE HYDROGENERATOR 5 3 Interpreting the LEDs When the converter is not charging the battery power is indicated by a pulse of color ranging from green 12 8V to red 115V When the converter is charging the output power is indicated by a constant color ranging from violet to blue 120W then light blue 240W and finally white 480W Flashes of color may be superimposed over the display indicating a status or an error Comment ABS voltage reached 1 short green flash The battery is full FLOAT voltage reached 1
17. le 3 x 22mm or connection kit option WATT amp SEA Fig 10 Wiring principle 40 watk amp sea 5 1 Three phase wiring of the hydrogenerator WARNING ALWAYS PLACE THE HYDROGENERATOR IN THE RAISED POSITION BEFORE WORKING ON IT The hydrogenerator is fitted with a small diameter electrical cable of sufficient length to pass through the transom This is a three phase cable We recommend installing a 6 mm 0 2 in diameter cable gland for the passage of the cable through the transom Alternatively you could use our connection kit with cable and pre assembled waterproof power socket Ref WS PL C 001 Next connect a larger diameter three phase cable minimum 3 x 2 5 mm 0 1 in between the hydrogenerator and the converter N B Using a cable with a diameter smaller than 3 x 2 5 mm 0 1 in will affect both the output and the performance of the hydrogenerator The converter is connected using the socket kit provided See the installation guide for the kit in the appendix N B The converter is equipped with electrical connections for 2 hydrogenerators and an auxiliary 48V input 8 terminals in all The GND position must not be connected Fig 8 connecting the hydrogenerator connector 41 watk amp sea Dac Connecting the converter to the batteries The converter must be placed as close as possible to the batteries in order to minimize losses due to cable length The maximum recommended distanc
18. less steel washer M5x16 HSHC screw Fig 2 Exploded view of the drive shaft propeller washer and M5 screw 34 watk amp sea 4 2 Positioning the hydrogenerator on the transom Correctly positioning the hydrogenerator is crucial for optimizing its performance The following criteria must be respected during installation e Immersion depth The hydrogenerator is supplied with a submerged aluminium leg measuring 610 mm 24 in or 970 mm 38 in The recommended depth between the surface and the propeller axis is 300 mm 12 in The greater the depth the farther the propeller will be from the wake of the hull and the better the performance of the hydrogenerator However the longer the righting lever the greater the stress on the mountings and when raising the hydrogenerator We recommend a length of 970 mm 38 in as a satisfactory compromise for the majority of monohull installations The 610 mm 24 in leg is suitable on multihulls that do not heel cruising catamarans and trimarans or on very wide monohulls when installed on each side e Flow quality The quality of water flow is a key element for obtaining satisfactory power output Wherever possible position the hydrogenerator several inches to the side e Example of installation with the longer leg 970 mm 38 in Fig 3 Installation on a 10 m 33 ft Figaro Il heeling at 20 CFD by CRAIN With the 970 mm 38 in leg the hydrogenerator is well submerged when
19. s the following benefits Confirmation of your ownership and safety notifications by keeping a record of your registration we will be able to trace your product and contact you quickly if necessary Product information and news choose to be among the first to hear about our latest products helpful advice or product developments 53 watk amp sea 12 FORM FOR REQUESTING AN AFTER SALES SERVICE RETURN Owner Address Date of purchase of the hydrogenerator Type of boat Serial no see installation manual of the hydrogenerator Type of assembly on the transom if of the converter custom made please specify Conditions of use frequency specific conditions having revealed the defect Defect noticed Signature watk amp sea Retailer Installer Address Date of purchase of the hydrogenerator Has the defect been confirmed Has the installation been carried out in Installer contact details compliance with the instruction manual Defective subassemblies to be replaced Date Signature After Sales returns authorization no 99 Wwatk amp sea
20. watk amp sea CRUISING HYDROGENERATOR Installation and instruction manual February 2014 contact wattandsea com Congratulations You have just purchased the most powerful hydrogenerator of its kind Inspired by the requirements of ocean racing yachts designed to take into account the stresses experienced by monohulls this hydrogenerator will radically change your energy management at sea and become your main source of power while sailing This product has been thoroughly inspected The product comes with the WATT amp SEA warranty described in the Warranty Terms chapter of this installation guide For traceability under the warranty please register the product on our website www wattandsea com Designed amp manufactured in France by WATT amp SEA SARL Z A du Bout Blanc 15 rue de la Brigantine 17000 La Rochelle France www wattandsea com 29 watk amp sea TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 31 MECHANICAL HAZARDS 31 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS 31 INSTALLATION 31 OPERATION 32 CONTENTS OF THE HYDROGENERATOR PACK 33 REQUIRED TOOLS amp EQUIPMENT 34 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 34 ASSEMBLING THE PROPELLER 34 POSITIONING THE HYDROGENERATOR ON THE TRANSOM 35 INSTALLING THE CRADLE ON THE TRANSOM 37 RIGGING THE LOWERING LIFTING SYSTEM 38 DISMANTLING THE PROPELLER 39 MOUNTING THE ELECTRONIC CONVERTER 39 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 40 THREE PHASE WIRING OF THE HYDROGENERATOR 4 CONNECTING THE CO
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