Windy Nation Suntura Series Solar Tracker Small Actuators - Manual (Page 5)

SunTura Solar Tracker Kit Manual
Revision 1.0
Page 5 of 10 Windy Nation 08/09/2012
2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Building a complete solar tracking system has never been easier. The SunTura Solar Tracker Kit can be
used directly on 12 volt or 24 volt systems. If you plan on using the SunTura Solar Tracker Kit on a grid tie
system, we can supply you with a 12 volt power supply which can be plugged into the grid (110 AC or 220
AC).
2.1 F EATURES
• 100% pre-wired Kit
• Dual axis tracker provides up to 40% more power production than fixed solar panels.
• Engineered to hold up to 500 Watts of solar panels
• All electronics are water-tight with IP65 rated enclosures
2.2 S AFETY P RECAUTIONS
CAUTION: Never approach a solar tracker while the SunTura Solar Tracker electronics are “on”. The solar
tracker can move unexpectedly and the powerful linear actuators can cause serious injury or death. Always
disconnect the SunTura Solar Tracker electronics from its power supply before approaching the solar
tracker.
3 INSTALLATION
3.1 P ARTS L IST
1. Electronic Controller Box
2. Photo Sensor Dome
3. East/West Linear Actuator
4. North/South Linear Actuator
Figure 1: SunTura Solar Tracker Kit Parts List
3.2 G ENERAL I NSTALLATION G UIDELINES
The SunTura Solar Tracker Kit provides the electronics used to build a dual axis solar tracker. The two linear
actuators included with the SunTura Solar Tracker Kit are each capable of a dynamic load of 225 lbs (102
kg). In real world conditions, this means that the SunTura Solar Tracker Kit should not be used on solar
trackers in excess of 500 Watts of solar panels.
3.2.1 Electronics Box Installation
The electronic box has a 20 amp fuse on the circuit board located on its inside. There is also one additional
spare fuse. The fuse protects the SunTura Solar Tracker electronics from a short circuit. If you accidentally
short circuit the electronics, simply replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse. Do NOT bypass the fuse.