Installation and Operation Guide
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1. Slide in or lay in system Slide in or lay in system a Table 4 Vertical attachment section for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 When positioning the center support ensure that it lies above the junction box cr center support OA clamping range m junction box Please additionally note the information on installation of the module with lay in and slide in systems on p 11 The clamping sections are also valid for the use of concealed clamping on the surrounding assembly groove see p 12 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energy AG english 10 Installation guidelines Horizontal fastening section for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Screw fasten ing to assembly holes Pressure load rating lt 5400 Pa Pressure load rating lt 2400 Pa Without center support en Pressure load rating lt 5400 Pa With center support Fastener clamp system on long sides Fastener clamp system on short sides Slide in or lay in system Slide in or lay in system Table 5 Horizontal attach2. exposed locations You must comply are not squashed or put under pressure in any other with local applicable standards and regulations when Way integrating modules into existing lightning protection gt You must not open the junction box with pre assem systems bled connected cables gt The junction box cabling and connection plug must not be cleaned or dampened with substances con Important note taining grease or alcohol D gt Solar plugs pre fitted in the factory must not be Lo removed gt Ensure that the module connection cable is relieved of strain when installed gt Please observe the country specific standards and regulations when grounding Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energy AG 14 Grounding Maintenance and care Please implement the following measures for the grounding system you will find the respective mounting holes for the grounding system on the rear of the mod ule frame gt For the installation of a fitting ring terminal use a thread grooving screw DIN7500 1 minimum diam eter 5mm a self cutting lock washer a snap ring and the right nut gt Damaging contact corrosion can be avoided by using corrosion resistant materials gt Position of the mounting holes for grounding accord ing to Figures 2 and 4 gt There is an additional grounding opportunity in the module corners Use the grounding of a thread groov ing screw
3. frame profile must al ways be ensured If necessary addition al draining opportunities should be put in place in the mounting system When using a lay in system or the corner clamps for mounting the module the draining function of the drainage corners and therefore the cleaning function can be limited 990 2 N I 0 grounding N mounting N I lt N i D Ss O S A CO se g a mounting ee Zo I Ke kel grounding yi Figure 4 Rear Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 When fastening modules in the area of the module or drainage corners the following should be observed see Figure 5 gt f corner clamps are used a minimum cover area of 28mm of the clamp must be ensured length of the assembly clamp gt The assembly clamp must overlie by min 8mm and max 12mm on the frame depth of assembly clamp Bosch Solar Energy AG english 12 Installation guidelines Circuitry guidelines Electrical connection Front view detail drainage area Figure 5 Fastening of the modules in the area of module or drain age corners Alternatively the module can also be attached to the surrounding assembly groove by using the covered clamp ing with the innovative Bosch mini clamp The clamp areas and assumed loads are valid the same as for mounting of the module with clamp system see Tables 2 to 5 Figure 6 Additional mounting possibility of covered c
4. Installation and operation guide Crystalline solar modules For specialists Ier en User manual for Bosch Solar Module products c Si M60 S EU56117 and c Si M60 EU56117 Issue 11 2013 2 Contents Introduction Contents 1 Introduction 2 2 Safety instructions 3 3 Positioning guidelines 4 4 Installation guidelines 5 5 Circuitry guidelines 12 6 Electrical connection 12 7 Grounding and lightning protection 13 8 Maintenance and care 14 9 Disposal 15 10 Transport and storage 15 1 Introduction Please read these installation and operating instructions completely and carefully before you transport install and operate the solar modules They contain important safety information which you must become familiar with If these solar modules are used without observing all the instructions in this document any warranty or gua rantee claims against us are voided We reserve the right to update any information contained in this document without prior notification if this is required from a tech nical point of view or if it represents an extension of application opportunities for the end customer A high degree of specialist knowledge and experience is required to assemble and install solar modules and put them into operation For this reason such work should Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 only be carried out by specialists such as electricians who have demonstrated that they
5. M5 according to DIN7500 1 and attach it from the rear side of the module behind the plastic corner See Figure 7 Rear view detailed drainage area witha grounding function Figure 7 Grounding possibilities on the module with detailed illustration of module corner Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Functional grounding Isolated operation of the modules is recommended this means neither plus nor minus terminal of the module have an electrically charged connection to the ground Important note If a functional grounding is required then this can only be undertaken on the minus terminal in the PV system 8 Maintenance and care Little maintenance and care is required to deliver opti mum solar module performance We recommend the following items are checked or the following action taken on a half yearly basis to ensure optimum system performance gt If modules are heavily soiled or dirty in places from bird droppings for instance it is recommended to clean module glass surfaces with a soft brush and lime free water at module temperature Do not use aggressive cleaning agents acids or alkaline solu tions gt Under no circumstances should there be increased pressure during cleaning e g by pressing a brush so strongly during cleaning that this can lead to damage to the antireflective coating of the glass for example In the case of intensive soiling
6. M60 EU56117 Disposal Transport and storage 15 gt Stacking packaging units may lead to damage and must be avoided gt Secure solar modules so that they don t tip over gt Padding should be used between individual solar modules We recommend storing all solar modules in their original packaging in a dry interior space until they are finally installed Modules being transported must be packaged securely in accordance with local and European requirements The original packaging should be used wherever pos sible Avoid damaging modules in any way when putting them down or carrying them to their installation location e g roof Use more than one single part of the frame to hold modules when transporting them If you have any questions on the instruction and operat ing guidelines please contact our technical support at support se bosch com Issue 11 2013 Bosch Solar Energy AG english Bosch Solar Energy AG Robert Bosch Strasse 1 99310 Arnstadt Germany Germany Tel 49 0 3628 66 44 0 Fax 49 0 3628 66 44 1133 www bosch solarenergy com
7. Only Warning one of the named deformations is permissible in this The solar module must not stand in condensation or stagnant water Important note The substructure and solar module must have the same thermal expansion coef ficient e g aluminum gt Ensure contact corrosion between the solar module and substructure is prevented when different materials J J are used gt Fasten the solar modules in such a way that they are able to withstand all anticipated loads and any impacts caused by weather conditions gt Use only corrosion resistant screws to install modules Figure 1 Permissible layout of the fastening points and installation Important note profiles Solar modules must always be installed in such a way that the cable inlets in the junction box face downwards or side ways gt Ensure the support structure does not allow rainwater or condensation water to reach the cable screw con nections in the junction box Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energ AG en Installation guidelines 7 Vertical fastening sections for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 with crossbar Consider that the module crossbar is not in the middle of the module See Figure 2 for details Pressure load rating Pressure load rating Pressure load rating to 3900 N m from 3900 N m to 5400 N m up to 7200 N m Screw fastening to assembly holes Fastener clamp sy
8. abling against damage by such means as suitable fastening with cable clips Important note Connecting cables which are able to Electrical connection Grounding 13 The connection cables should be installed in such a way that the minimum bend radius of 60mm is com plied with The connection cables are equipped with a high qual ity plug system original MC4 for photovoltaics which latch on if correctly connected The plugs are marked with their respective polarity symbols see datasheet Ensure the polarity symbols are in the right position when connecting plug connectors and modules and when connecting solar modules to the inverter Incor rect polarity can permanently damage all technologi cal components in the system All solar module frames and the support structure must feature highly conductive connections to a protective grounding system to eliminate the risk of electric shocks We recommend installing the ground ing system outside the building Observe local statu tory regulations and recommendations given by the inverter manufacturer and your insurance company Important note Never remove or insert plug in contacts when the system is under load english move can lead to chafed points thus F Grounding and lightning Ge insulation damage to the con protection necting cable It is recommended to provide adequate lightning protec gt The cables must be laid in such a way that the cables tion especially in
9. cleaning is effective A minimum inclination angle of 15 is recommended to optimize self cleaning and air convection Make sure that rear of the module is well ventilated Modules must be mounted so that the rear of the module does not come into contact with objects behind it even if a mechanical load is applied e g cables and parts of the substructure Minimum clearance from building edges according to e g DIN EN 1991 1 4 Eurocode 1 must be taken into account to prevent increased stress on modules due to wind load When arranging modules in open field systems suit able measures must be taken to ensure that readily ignited organic materials e g dry grass hay are regularly removed from the vicinity of the system DH Important note Prerequisite to installation on a flat roof is a hard roofing seal per DIN 4102 Parts 4 and 7 if there is uncertainty about the roofing surface please ask your roofer Warning Lo Due to heat accumulation under the modules there is an increased fire hazard associated with rooftop installations which do not meet the aforementioned requirements Bosch Solar Energ AG Positioning guidelines Installation guidelines 5 gt Mount the modules on an adequately dimensioned Warning permanently corrosion resistant stable substructure It is forbidden to use mirrors or lenses to gt The installation profiles are to be positioned in paral concentrate sunlight on modules lel to on
10. e another gt The fastening points are to be aligned symmetrically see Figure 1 gt The solar module can be attached with clamps lay in Important note systems or alternatively directly to the assembly Ensure modules do not come into con holes If clamp systems are used the clamp contact tact with saltwater surface must be at least 400 mm for each fastening point Furthermore under all conditions the surface area must be min 400 mm for each fastening point gt The crystalline solar modules by Bosch Solar Energy have been successfully tested for their contact with salty air according to the following standards Important note e IEC 61701 1995 Ensure you use the fastening sections as e DIN EN 61701 2000 08 indicated in tables 2 to 5 e IEC 60068 2 52 Please note the test conditions given in the use of mod gt Ensure that the mounting holes are correctly positi ules in salty air oned as in Figures 2 and 4 when fitting the module using mounting holes You are also to use four corro sion resistant screws and nuts as per Table 1 and washers with a minimum outside diameter of 12 mm 4 Installation guidelines and a maximum of 14 mm Module Manufacturer Code Screw diameter gt Mount the solar module in such a way that it is not 17 M6 effected by shade even temporary of partial shade caused by dormers trees or similar obstacles since Table 1 Permissible fastening screws for direct installation this may lead t
11. ect the inverter from the AC network before beginning any type of work on solar power systems especially before disconnecting plug connections from the DC circuit If systems are installed on roofs the modules must be mounted above a fire resistant subsurface Solar modules must not be installed near easily flam mable substances gases or vapors Warning Lo The maximum permissible total system voltage of the inverter must never be exceeded To do so the open circuit voltage of the overall sys tem must also be calculated at the minimum permis sible temperature due to the negative temperature coefficient of the solar modules see data sheet and module label The modules and module frames must never be drilled nailed stuck with adhesive or welded Bosch Solar Energy AG english 4 Safety instructions Positioning guidelines Warning Do not use connection cables or the junction box to hold or carry solar mod ules Warning The module must not be trodden on under no circumstances gt Solar modules must never be left in a free standing or unsecured position gt The safety instructions provided by the manufacturers of the other components in the solar power system must always be followed gt Bosch Solar modules meet the building regulation list requirements for PV modules having a maximum glass surface of by 2 m as established by the DIBt Deutsches Institut f r Bautechnik German I
12. es differing technical features should be taken into account Solar modules may only be installed by quali fied specialists In the process they must comply with the relevant industrial standards and regulations for PV systems such as the German Association for Electrical Electronic amp Information Technologies regulations DIN standards German Association of Energy and Water Industries guidelines the network operator s technical connection conditions and employers liability insurance associations accident prevention rules We draw your attention again to the following points in particular Bosch Solar Energ AG D Important note gt Only install non damaged modules with clean dry cabling plug connectors and junction boxes gt The solar modules particularly the plug connectors and tools must remain dry during installation gt Disconnection devices must be fitted between the module and inverter The disconnect component must be readily accessible in order to disconnect the direct current side if danger should arise gt Make sure that all electrical connections are properly secured gt Only use cabling which is suitable for outdoor instal lation to interconnect module strings UV and ozone resistant temperature resistance at least between 40 C and 110 C gt Cables must feature a minimum cross section of 4mm and isolation must be approved for the maxi mum system open circuit voltage gt Protect c
13. ght conditions modules can be expect ed to carry a full open circuit voltage Consequently this means extreme care must be taken to prevent electrical faults such as short circuits when install ing modules gt Solar modules should be handled in the same way as glass products and you must never place objects such as tool boxes on their surface or tread on them when they are in their shipping container or when they are installed gt The solar modules must be checked to be in perfect mechanical integrity before their installation Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Safety instructions 3 Warning Lg Damaged solar modules such as those with broken glass or damage to the rear side insulating foil must not be installed Damage to the rear side insulating foil can have severe consequences delamination health and life threatening hazards Mount the solar module in such a way that it is not effected by shade even temporary of partial shade caused by dormers trees or similar obstacles since this may lead to damage in the solar module e g such as formation of hot spots and resulting fire hazard PV generator failure or losses in perfor mance Connecting modules in series addition of module voltages can generate voltages above the safety extra low voltage of 120 V DC Disconnecting lines carrying direct current may cause electric arcs It is therefore essential to disconn
14. have suitable training These installation and operating instructions only apply to the following products with Module Manufacturer Code 17 gt Bosch Solar Module c Si M 60 S gt Bosch Solar Modules c Si M 60 Only the installation and user manual from 11 2013 is valid for Bosch solar modules of the above named series Bosch Solar Energ AG en 2 Safety instructions Electrical installation work and initial operation may only be carried out by a qualified electrician in observance of the following instructions since incorrect installation may lead to damage or injury Suitable safety precau tions such as fall arrest systems must be in place when working on solar generators particularly on rooftops You must comply with employers liability insurance association regulations on work safety Please observe the following safety instructions for your own safety and to protect your solar module KSC gt The pertinent regulations and safety information concerning the installation of electrical equipment and systems and the electricity provider s regulations on the operation of solar power systems in parallel mains operations must be taken into account when installing and servicing solar modules gt Guidelines on fires in electrical systems apply e g VDI 3819 gt The modules have been classified for Application Class A Dangerous voltage IEC 61730 50 V EN 61730 greater than 120 V gt Even in poor li
15. lamping on surrounding assembly groove Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 5 Circuitry guidelines You may only interconnect identical solar modules of the same type and the same power class Ensure that the maximum permissible system voltage is not exceeded when you connect the modules in series In doing so take into account the effect of variations in temperature on the voltage in solar modules particularly since module voltage increases at low temperatures When connecting modules in parallel make sure that each line connected in parallel contains the same number of modules and that suitable measures are in place to protect against power surges e g line fuse Make certain that the indicated load capacity regarding the reverse current IR as stated in the datasheet is not exceeded A PV module may supply a higher current and or a higher voltage under normal conditions than under standar dized test conditions As a result the Isc and Uoc values on the module should be multiplied by a safety factor of 1 25 to determine the rated voltages of components the rated current in cables the sizes of fuses and sizing of controls which are connected to the output of the PV modules Ensure that you comply with local applicable standards and regulations 6 Electrical connection The solar modules are designed for use in grid connect ed solar generators If they are used for any other pur pos
16. ment section for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 When positioning the center support ensure that it lies above the junction box Center support NWN clamping range Please additionally note the information on installation of the module with lay in and slide in systems on p 11 The clamping sections are also valid for the use of concealed clamping on the surrounding assembly groove see p 12 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energ AG en O Ww S N ar Figure 2 Rear Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 When fastening modules with slide in or lay in systems the following should be observed see Figure 3 gt Bearing area on frame The frame must be covered on the upper side by at least 5mm and no more than 12mm a gt The slide in or lay in system must overlap the under side by at least 3mm and have a surface area of at least 2mm width b long frame part short frame part 5 lt x lt 12 le a EE 5 Se a 1 dE 1 H L 4 4 VY L Uu U a fa Vi SCH Vi L T le 5 U EE b lt gt 1 lt x lt 22 Wes eel p 2 lt x 2 lt X Figure 3 Permitted contact areas in slide in and lay in systems Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Installation guidelines 11 Important note The draining function of the module corners for the
17. nstitute for Building Technology i Important note In Germany the installation of a solar module on a roof area having a slope angle gt 75 requires a general technical approval 3 Positioning guidelines We recommend a module installation which fulfills the following requirements to ensure the highest annual energy yield possible gt Mount the solar module in such a way that it is not effected by shade even temporary of partial shade caused by dormers trees or similar obstacles since this may lead to damage in the solar module e g such as formation of hot spots and resulting fire hazard PV generator failure or losses in performance Position the front of the solar module so that it faces the Equator Select the inclination angle according to local condi tions and structure type 30 15 You can obtain detailed information on optimum module installation in Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 relevant specialist publications You can calculate the inclination angle using the following formula inclina tion angle latitude of installation location 20 D Important note All modules in a photovoltaic generator should be positioned at the same angle both horizontally and vertically Sepa rate MPP trackers inverters are to be provided if modules are not positioned at the same angle The inclination angle must be at least 10 to ensure self
18. o damage in the solar module e g such as formation of hot spots and resulting fire hazard gt When using clamps or direct attachment at the as PV generator failure or losses in performance sembly holes the modules must be fastened flush to the substructure at at least four points under as little stress and tension as possible Important note gt The solar module must be installed under as little D Take into account additional loads pro mechanical stress as possible and at a minimum duced by the PV system s weight and distance of 5 mm from the next module to allow for structural mount when carrying out the any expansion in materials resulting from temperature structural analysis for the overall struc fluctuations ture gt The supporting structure or substructure must be adequately dimensioned based on a structural analy sis and adapted to the environmental conditions gt The system installer or operator must provide an locally to ensure that the maximum permissible de analysis of the building structure s stability deflec flection or deformation on the long side of the mod tion and loads ule under a load of max 4 mm is not exceeded For the short side there is a max value of 2mm You also Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energy AG english 6 Installation guidelines en need to ensure that the module does not distort or warp more than 10 mm across its diagonal line
19. repeated cleaning or soaking is recommended gt Any finger prints on the anti reflection solar glass can be removed with a microfiber cloth and distilled water or isopropanol gt Check electrical and mechanical connections to ensure they are clean tightly fastened and intact Any anomalies must be remedied immediately gt The operator is recommended to check the system s output on a regular basis gt The grass and weeds in and around open ground area systems must be mowed regularly This is neces sary to minimize the potential hazard of organic material e g dry grass hay combustion in the vicinity of the system Bosch Solar Energ AG en 9 Disposal DH Important note Defective or old solar modules should be disposed of in the correct manner They must not be thrown away with house hold waste 10 Transport and storage Modules must be handled with great care Care is re quired when unpacking transporting or storing modules temporarily Important note il gt Set modules down gently without knocking them when placing them on hard ground or on their cor ners gt Avoid bending modules when transporting or unpack ing them Do not drop modules Do not place any objects on top of modules Do not use sharp objects to work on modules Ensure that each module is adequately supported during storage or transportation v vV v Vy Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si
20. stem on long sides 2 substructure below crossbar Fastener clamp system on short sides Slide in and lay in system substructure below crossbar Table 2 Vertical fastening sections for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 with crossbar Consider the position of the crossbar when using a center support Position the support so that it holds up the module crossbar PENE TARN centre line NN clamping range Ka junction box 1 The clamp contact surface must be at least 400 mm for each fastening point Furthermore under all conditions the surface area must be min 400 mm for each fastening point 2The clamping sections are also valid for the use of concealed clamping on the surrounding assembly groove see p 12 3 Please additionally note the information on installation of the module with lay in and slide in systems on p 11 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energy AG english 8 Installation guidelines en Horizontal fastening sections for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 with crossbar Consider that the module crossbar is not in the middle of the module See Figure 2 for details Pressure load rating Pressure load rating Pressure load rating to 3900 N m from 3900 N m to 5400 N m up to 7200 N m Screw fastening to assembly holes Fastener clamp system on long sides gt substruct
21. ure below crossbar substructure below crossbar Fastener clamp substructure below crossbar system on short sides Slide in and substructure below A b lay in system RES o Table 3 Horizontal fastening sections for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 with crossbar Consider the position of the crossbar when using a center support Position the support so that it holds up the module crossbar e centre line NWN clamping range 4 The clamp contact surface must be at least 400 mm for each fastening point Furthermore under all conditions the surface area must be min 400 mm for each fastening point 5 The clamping sections are also valid for the use of concealed clamping on the surrounding assembly groove see p 12 6 Please additionally note the information on installation of the module with lay in and slide in systems on p 11 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 S EU56117 Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Bosch Solar Energ AG en Installation guidelines 9 Vertical fastening section for Bosch Solar Module c Si M60 EU56117 Pressure load rating lt 2400 Pa Pressure load rating lt 5400 Pa Pressure load rating lt 5400 Pa Without center support Screw fasten ing to assembly holes With center support Fastener clamp system on long sides Fastener clamp oy system on ie short sides
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