Honeywell Complete Guide to the Wind Turbine and SMARTBOX Controller

Introduction 2

The SMARTBOX™ Controller

The SMARTBOX™ Controller is a proprietary WindTronics control system that consists of a charge controller and a non-grid-tie 1.5 kW inverter. Included within the charge controller is an automatic AC transfer switch that will automatically switch between your AC grid and power generated via the turbine.

The DC output from the turbine is fed into the Junction Box located beneath the turbine assembly. The J Box serves three purposes: provide wiring interconnections for the installation, provide an output over voltage protection of 170 VDC, and provide a diversion or “dump” load that can dynamically brake and stop the turbine either upon request from the SMARTBOX™ Controller or if a failure occurs in the system.

Beyond the J Box, all connections are fed into the SMARTBOX™ Controller. The SMARTBOX™ Controller consists of four main elements: an I/O interface that provides wiring interconnect for installation, a charge controller to charge a bank of batteries, a non-grid-tie 1.5 kW inverter to back-convert the batteries to an AC output and a transfer switch that can switch between AC grid input and the internal inverter’s AC.

Major System Components

SMARTBOX™ Controller

Batteries and battery enclosure

Parts Inspection

Upon opening the shipping container, review all contents to ensure the contents have not been damaged during shipping and handling. Failure to properly inspect and verify damages prior to installation may result in voiding of the manufacturer warranty. If any turbine components appear to be damaged, please contact the WindTronics service department at the following:

WindTronics, Inc.

Service Department

621Sprucewood Windsor, ON N9C0B3 Canada

1-877-946-3898

SMARTBOX™ Controller for HONEYWELL™ Wind Turbine WT6500 Owner’s Manual - Rev14