PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE USER MANNUAL
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1. UPSOLAR MODULE USER MANUAL 1 INTRUDUCTION The user manual contains information regarding the installation and safe handling of Upsolar PV mdoules All instructions should be read and understood before attempting installation If there are any questions please contact your dealer or Upsolar for further information The intaller should conform to all safety precautions in the manual when installing modules Before installing a solar PV system the installer should become familiar with the mechanical and electrical requirements for PV system Keep this user manual in a safe place for future reference A WARNING GENERAL USE gt DO NOT use the PV module where failure could result in death personal injury or damage to property Make certain that PV module conforms to the specifications for the total system GENERAL HANDLING gt Handle the PV module with care DO NOT disassemble the PV module DO NOT alter or remove any component DO NOT bend the PV module DO NOT stand or step on a module to avoid personal injury and the damage to a module DO NOT impact on front or rear surface of the PV module Rear surface may be damaged by sharp objects DO NOT throw and drop the PV module DO NOT touch live parts of wires cables connectors or junction boxes Be sure the circuit breaker is off if it is applicable Always use appropriate safety equipment insulated tools insulating gloves insulating shoes etc gt DO NOT use the cables or conne2. A WARNING gt DO NOT short the positive and negative cables insulators and shall be locked In case there is a gap a fire or an gt Make sure connectors are fully engaged without a gap between the eletrical shock may occur A CAUTION gt The PV moudle has a pair of male and female waterproof gt Wire the output cable connectors so that they do not exert any force connectors For a series electrical connection connect the positive or pressure on the PV module s junction box Attach the cable to the connector of the first PV module to the negative connector of the mounting frame using approved fasteners The connectors should following module be placed behind the mounting frame so that the connectors can t gt Connect the output cable to the other equipment in the system be directly exposed to sunlight wind and rain correctly gt To extend the cable use proper commercial cables and connectors gt Connect the requied number of PV modules to meet the voltage that can withstand outdoor yse for long periods Select the specification for equipment used in the PV system appropriate cable size according to its length to avoid voltage drop ELECTRICAL RATINGS OF THE CONCERNED MODULES Max Power Pm W Max Power Voltage Vn V Max Power Current In A Open Circuit Voltage Voc V Leno TUWy6O0KUL Maximum Series Fuse A Power Tolerance UP M180P UP M190P UP M200P UP M210P Max Power P W Max Power Voltage Vin V Max
3. Power Current In A Open Circuit Voltage Voc V Short Circuit Current Is A 13 7 14 5 15 2 16 0 1000 TUV 600 UL Cell Efficiency Maximum System Voltage V Maximum Series Fuse ae Power Tolerance Max Power Current nA ___ 690 _ 720 740 __ 7 68 _ 8 00 _ China Upsolar Co Ltd Silver Centre 19F 1388 North Shan Xi Rd Shanghai China Tel 86 21 6277 5477 Fax 86 21 6277 5664 Hong Kong Upsolar Co Ltd Rm 907 JSH001 Wing Tuck Comm Centre 177 183 Wing Lok Street Hong Kong Tel 852 2973 8324 Fax 852 2111 0693 Upsolar Europe S A S 15 rue du Louvre 75001 Paris France Tel 33 1 83 62 02 00 Fax 33 1 83 62 02 01 3 4 Cell Efficiency 13 70 14 4 15 1 15 8 16 4 Maximum System Voltage V 1000 TUV 600 UL Maximum Series Fuse Rating A Power Tolerance 1000 TUV 600 UL 15 Note the electrical characteristics are within 10 of the indicated values of Isc Voc and Pm under Standard Test Conditions Irradiance of 1000W m AM 1 5 spectrum and a cell temperature of 25 C 4 MAINTENANCE Upsolar recommends the following maintenance items to ensure optimum performance of the module gt DO NOT touch live parts of wires calbes connectors and junction secure and undamaged boxes Be sure the circuit breaker is off if it is applicable Always use gt Check if nuts bolts of mounting frame are secure and not loose appropriate safety equipment insulated tools insulated gloves e
4. more than 15 Nm gt Add some measure to prevent the module from unfastening or sliding down so that the fallen module doesn t cause any damage for person or property Wma pee a aD Clip 5mm Min iL Catch Width P Frame a 10mm Min Ht de Ps Support Width L Rall Fig 2 Clipping method C INSTALLATION SUPPORT AT SEA SIDE SAIL MIST AND HIGH WIND CONDITION gt If mounting with bolts all 8 mounting holes must be used with M8 bolts gt If mounting with clamps the tightening torque using stainless steel M8 must be more than 15 Nm 3 EIECTRICAL INSTALLATION GROUNDING gt All module frames must be properly grounded gt Observe all local electric codes and regulations gt A bonding or toothed washer is required to make proper and reliable electrical grounding connection with the anodized aluminum frame Devices listed and identified for grounding metallic frames of PV Method 1 Secure the stainless steel screw to the grounding hole As shown in the figure 3 copper wire should be compressed by the screw head Stainless steel washer with appropriate corrosion resistant coating Vv PV v gt The oxidation film of PV moudles frame must be more than 16 micron gt All mounting structure and installation components must be hot galvanized before used modules are permitted to ground the exposed metallic frames of the module to grounded mounting structure gt Grounding the module properly
5. al injury or even death DO NOT expose the PV module to artificially concentrated sunlight Cover the front surface of the PV module with an opaque cloth or other material when installing and repairing The PV module exposed to sunlight generates a high voltage and current Contact with the module output wiring may cause a fire or an electrical shock Fasten the PV modules to the mounting frame firmly so that the modules will not be affected by wind and snow loads The frame should meet relevant building standards DO NOT block frame drain holes at each corner of module Ground securely the PV modules and the mounting frame Install the PV modules securely and properly to avoid accidents with personal injury or even death and damage to property by accumulated sonw Connect a circuit breaker or some equipment to detect the leakage current and then break the circuit systems integrator The modules should not be shaded at any time of the day DO NOT install the module near equipment or in locations where flammable gases can be be generated or collected four mounting points for normal installation If heavy wind or snow loads are anticipated additional mounting points should also be used Please see the drawing below Load calculations are the resposibility of the system designer or installer The mounting structure and hardware must be made of durable corrosion and UV resistant material Use spring washers and flat washers to faste
6. as appropriate for the conditions t the installation site should be inserted between copper wire and the frame to avoid galvanic corrosion gt Proper cupped washer should be inserted between copper wire and screw head GROUNDING HOLE STAINLESS STEEL SCREW 32 THREADS PER INCH STAINLESS STEEL WASHER lt COPPER WIRE STAINLESS STEEL WASHER Fig 3 Grounding method 1 B Method 2 gt Ifthe mounting holes are not used to fix the moudle one of them can gt Toothed washer shall be inserted between the nut and the frame to be used for grounding break the anodized layer of frame gt The appropriate device like grounding lug as shown in the figure 4 gt Stainless steel washer with appropriate corrosion resistant coating should be secured by stainless steel bolt nut and washers should be inserted between the grounding lug and frame Hong Kong Upsolar Co Ltd Rm 907 JSH001 Wing Tuck Comm Centre 177 183 Wing Lok Street Hong Kong Tel 852 2973 8324 Fax 852 21110693 2 4 Upsolar Europe S A S 15 rue du Louvre 75001 Paris France Tel 33 1 83 62 02 00 Fax 33 1 83 62 02 01 China Upsolar Co Ltd Silver Centre 19F 1388 North Shan Xi Rd Shanghai China Tel 86 21 6277 5477 Fax 86 21 6277 5664 MOUNTING HOLE BOLT STAINLESS STEEL NUT STAINLESS STEEL f TOOTHED WASHER Fe STAINLESS STEEL STAINLESS STEEL WASHER GROUNDING LUG COPPER WIRE Fig 4 Grounding method 2
7. ctors as a handle INSTALLATION gt 2 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION SELECTING THE LOCATION gt Select a suitable location for installation of the module gt For optimum performance the module must be facing true south in gt northern latitudes and true north in southern latitudes gt gt For detailed information on optimal module orientation refer to standard solar PV installation guides or a reputable solar installer or SELECTING THE PROPER MOUNTING STRUCTURE AND HARDWARE gt Observe all instructions and safety precautions included with the mounting system to be used with the modules gt DO NOT drill holes in the glass surface of the modules Doing so will void the warranty gt gt DO NOT drill additional mounting holes in the module frame Doing so will void the warranty gt gt Modules must be securely attached to the mounting structure using MOUNTING METHODS A MOUNTING WITH BOLTS gt Use the 4 corner holes of the PV module to bolt M8 to the mounting gt frame gt gt When more strength is required use all 8 holes on two long sides a Aluminum frame of the FY module Galt set ECTeW m abaa PET o m tat washer BRING wase L pm nut _ er nS Installers should be qualified personnel who are experienced with electrical work and the installtion of PV systems DO NOT use damaged PV modules A damaged PV module may cause a fire or an electrical shock with person
8. n the PV module Install the PV module securely such as fastening the appropriate bolts with double nuts and locking washers R ea a 1 1 L me el Fig 1 Mounting to frame Reference Upsolar Europe S A S 15 rue du Louvre 75001 Paris France Tel 33 1 83 62 02 00 Fax 33 1 83 62 02 01 China Upsolar Co Ltd Silver Centre 19F Tel 86 21 6277 5477 Fax 86 21 6277 5664 1388 North Shan Xi Rd Shanghai China Hong Kong Upsolar Co Ltd Rm 907 JSH001 Wing Tuck Comm Centre 177 183 Wing Lok Street Hong Kong Tel 852 2973 8324 Fax 852 2111 0693 1 4 B MOUNTING WITH CLIPS gt Base profile should be placed in perpendicular to the longer side frame of module in principle gt Module shall be fixed at 4 places or more on the longer side frames Refer to the figure and table for the allowable area to be fixed gt Close the gap between the material and frame and secure without loosing by M6 or larger bolts M8 for where the heavy snow load is expected gt The clip centerlines must be between 1 8L and 1 4L on the long sides of the modules gt Note that the mounting clips should meet the minimum dimensions v Upsolar catch width of 5mm and length of 30mm gt Use the clipping material with sufficient strength and the shape that can withstand forces from wind pressure and snowfall pressure specific to local climate gt The tightening torque using stainless steel M8 must be
9. tc Tighten all loose components gt Clean the glass surface of the modules as necessary Use water and gt Check connections of cables grounding cables and connectors a soft sponge or cloth for cleaning A mild non abrasive cleaning gt Check all electrical and mechanical connections for freedom from agent can be used if necessary Do not use dishwasher detergent corrosion gt Electrical and mechanical connections should be cheched gt Check the grounding resistance of metal parts such as the module periodically by qualified personnel to verify that they are clean frame and the mounting frame Upsolar Europe S A S China Upsolar Co Ltd Hong Kong Upsolar Co Ltd 15 rue du Louvre Silver Centre 19F Rm 907 JSH001 Wing Tuck Comm Centre 75001 Paris France 1388 North Shan Xi Rd Shanghai China 177 183 Wing Lok Street Hong Kong Tel 33 1 83 62 02 00 Tel 86 21 6277 5477 Tel 852 2973 8324 Fax 33 1 83 62 02 01 Fax 86 21 6277 5664 Fax 852 2111 0693 4 4
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