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Use only insulated
from the modules.
Installation manual
at the junction box under any circumstances!
In case of damaged modules or operational errors
tools that are approved
Do not set the modules down hard on any surface.
of the solar array, always contact your installer or
for work on electrical
Do not subject the module surfaces to mechanical
Talesun Technical Customer Service.
installations.
stress.
Do not wear metallic ornaments or metallic
Do not use light
devices while installing or troubleshooting photovoltaic
concentrators (e.g.
systems.
mirrors or lenses) to attempt to increase the capacity
of the module. The module may be damaged. This
WARNING! Danger of injury due to broken
also voids the warranty.
Do not stand on the modules.
Do not drop or place objects on the modules.
primarily made of glass
appropriate caution.
In order to ensure
safe mounting,
familiarize yourself with
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
2.3 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
3.1 Selecting the location
The modules are certified according to the norm
Inappropriate transport and installation may break
the module. To prevent damage of the modules:
Transport the modules in their original packaging
until installation.
IEC 61215 for safe operation in moderate climates.
Do not expose the modules to chemicals.
Do not place the modules in standing water. The
junction box is splash-proof only.
Do not install the modules near flammable gases
all applicable national regulations for work safety and
modules securely in
and vapors (e.g. gas containers) or near open flames
accident prevention.
cool and dry rooms.
and flammable materials. Solar modules are not
The packaging is not
explosion-proof operating equipment.
shoes, protective gloves) in order to prevent injuries.
That can transfer forces on the module to the
assembly substructure.
That ensures that no mechanical stress (e.g.
generated on the module.
That ensures sufficient back ventilation of the
S t o r e
weather-resistant!
That ensures long term stability.
That will not give rise to galvanic corrosion in case
SAFETY GUIDELINES
t h e
Wear suitable protective clothing (e.g. safety
UV-resistant material.
module.
and must therefore
be handled with
That is made of durable, corrosion-resistant and
caused by vibrations, twisting or expansion) is
glass! Risk of injury due to falling modules!
The modules are
Install each module to a mounting structure:
of direct metal contact (i.e. grounding lead, screws,
washers, etc.)
That allows for strain-free expansion and
contraction due to natural ambient temperature
variations.
3.3 Mounting
Modules connected in series should be installed at
If there is exposure to salt (i.e., marine
the same orientation and angle. Different orientations
environments) and sulfur (i.e., sulfur sources,
or angles may cause a loss of power output due to the
volcanoes), there is a risk of corrosion.
change in sunlight exposure.
If the front glass is broken, or the back sheet is
Protect the
torn, contact with any module surface or the frame can
modules against
cause electric shock.
scratches and other
The modules should not be shaded at any time
When developing the final layout of photovoltaic
damage, especially
of the day. Avoid shading of the modules, as this has
system, consider keeping suitable access to allow the
from impact at the
a negative impact on the energy yield. A module is
maintenance and inspection works.
edges or improper
considered shade-free when it is entirely unshaded
To minimize risk in the event of an indirect lightning
storage.
throughout the year (e.g. by buildings, chimneys,
strike, avoid forming loops when designing the system.
2.2 PRODUCTION PRECAUTION
Do not attempt to disassemble the modules.
Do not remove any attached nameplates or
components from the modules.
Do not open the junction box under any
circumstances.
Ensure modules
do not bow under
Do not rest a
module unprotected
have been confirmed by Talesun in writing in advance.
on its edges. This
fasteners) on the modules.
overhead lines, dirt, snow) should be avoided.
their own weight.
Only carry out modifications to the modules that
Do not carry out any extra drilling (e.g. for
trees). Even partial shading of the modules (e.g. by
can damage the module and the frame.
Do not lift or move the modules using the cables or
Ground mount
Select the height of the mounting system to
3.2 Selecting the proper support frame
prevent the lowest edge of the module from being
covered by snow for a long time in winter in areas that
Always observe the instructions and safety
precautions included with the support frames to be
used with the modules.
experience heavy snowfalls.
In addition, assure the lowest portion of the
module is placed high enough so that it is not shaded