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1. Protective gloves should be worn when handling modules to protect against sharp edges and burns Do not artificially concentrate sunlight on the module s Do not install the modules in an area where flammable gas or material may be present e Do not remove any part installed by a qualified installer or disassemble the module in any way Use original packaging to transport and store module Avoid excessive bending and twisting of the module Do not exert excessive loads on the module Do not step stand on the module e Avoid wearing metallic jewelry when installing or handling the module to protect against electric shock e Do not leave the module unsupported or loosely fixed during or prior to installation and avoid installing during heavy winds e Do not attempt to repair a broken or damaged module replace immediately to avoid fire danger and shock hazard Use caution when handling as damaged modules may conduct electricity to the frame Product Information e This 60 cell solar module can be used in series and parallel array configurations or as a stand alone system e For IEC installations This module is certified to IEC 61730 1 and IEC 61730 2 for application Class A and is rated for use in systems operating at voltages greater than 50 VDC or 240 W where general contact access is expected And for Class A applications this module meets requirements of Safety Class Il as defined by IEC 61140 The allowable operating t2. Suniva Inc 5765 Peachtree Industrial Blvd Norcross GA 30092 Tel 404 477 2700 techsupport suniva com www suniva com ourproducts php Suniva OPTIMUS Installation and Instruction Manual Introduction This manual provides safety and installation instructions for Suniva photovoltaic modules herein referred to as module s with the followings model numbers e OPT2XX 60 4 YYY Where XX could be 35 to 65 in increments of 5 YYY could be either 100 101 1BO or 1B1 To maintain the safety of yourself and others carefully read the entire installation and instruction sheet prior to installation and operation System safety and proper design should be ensured by qualified personnel Failure to comply with these instructions will invalidate the Suniva Limited Warranty for the module For more information please visit our website Safety e Suniva modules produce electricity when exposed to light To avoid electric shock and injury completely cover the front of the module with an opaque material before making any electrical connections and disconnect the module from all electrical connections before any maintenance or cleaning e Only individuals trained in the principles of electricity and electrical equipment should install modules e Modules must be installed in a manner compliant with applicable local regulations or requirements e Use properly insulated tools and appropriate protective equipment and work only in dry conditions
3. allation should be performed by trained professional and must conform to local codes e Select a site and configuration that maximizes direct sunlight exposure and eliminates or minimizes shadowing e Avoid small tilt angles to prevent the accumulation of dirt debris along module edge e Improper mounting of the module s can lead to damage or injury and will void the warranty Do not drill additional mounting holes into module frames This will void the warranty e The module s should be fixed in a manner that withstands all expected loads including those caused by wind snow and ice Verify by certified engineer e Orient the module junction box in such a way and provide clearance between the module frame and mounting surface to ensure that water cannot build up at the junction box and so the junction box does not contact the mounting surface e The module has a Class C Fire Rating and must be installed on a roof with appropriate fire resistance Consult your local building authority or fire department to determine approved roofing materials e f the module is to be mounted to a roof of a building the assembly must be mounted over a fire resistant roof covering suitable for the application A slope less than 5 in ft 127 mm 305mm is required to maintain the fire class rating Mounting Instructions e It is acceptable to mount this module using bolts or clamps OPT2XX 60 4 1YY IEC amp UL EN SI amp IM _2 Rev 4 Page 1 to secu
4. e to form a slight curve Manually or using channel lock pliers push the slider over the base until it covers the base This will terminate the wire OPT2XX 60 4 1YY IEC amp UL EN SI amp IM _2 Rev 4 Page 2 ee P Figure 5 SolKlip Grounding Diagram Wiring e Connect modules using the supplied Tyco type connectors in series or parallel configurations according to the male neutral part 6 1394461 2 or female negative part 1394462 4 e Only same type of Tyco connector shall be used in connections to ensure the reliability of the electrical connection e For conductor utilize suitable Wet or Dry type sunlight resistant cable PV Wire or USE 2 type with temperature rating of 90 C or higher and sized 12 AWG or larger Paralleled configurations may require greater wire size to accommodate increase current Ensuring proper conductor sizing is the responsibility of the installer Junction Box e Do not open the junction box or change inter module wiring All wiring connections are made in the factory and doing so may void the warranty Bypass Diodes e 3 Schottky type bypass diodes are pre assembled in each module e Do not uninstall these diodes e Bypass Diode Ratings Vram 40 V Irav 16 A 75 C Series Parallel Configurations e Series or Parallel configurations must be restricted to a maximum system voltage of 600 VDC UL or 1000 VDC IEC e Voltage and curr
5. emperatures range of the module is 185 F to 40 F 85 C to 40 C Serial Number e The structure of the module serial number provides the following information Example SJ WSH0001 1103310017 S JWSH 0001 11 03 31 0017 A BBCC DDDD EE FF GG HHHH A Manufacturer BB Factory CC Factory Location DDDD Engineering Number EE Year of Production FF Month of Production GG Date of Production HHHH 4 digit sequence 0 to 9999 for sequential production starting on each new day of production at 0001 Electrical Characteristics e See tables at end of installation manual for electrical parameters e The electrical characteristics are within 10 percent of the indicated values of Isc Voc and Pmax under standard test conditions irradiance of 100 mW cm AM 1 5 spectrum and a cell temperature of 25 C 77 F Maximum series fuse rating is 15A This module is rated for use in systems of up to 1000 V for TUV IEC and 600 V for UL e Under normal conditions a photovoltaic module is likely to experience conditions that produce more current and or voltage than reported at standard test conditions Accordingly the values of Isc and Voc marked on this module should be multiplied by a factor of 1 25 when determining component voltage ratings conductor ampacities fuse sizes and size of controls connected to the PV output Temperature Coefficients y Pmax C Mounting Overview e Mounting design and inst
6. ent are temperature dependent and systems should be designed to allow for variations due to local conditions The voltage of modules in series connections will be equal to the sum of the individual voltages The current of modules in parallel connections will be equal to the sum of the individual currents Refer to the electrical characteristics for the values of Isc and Voc Series and Parallel interconnection restrictions e At standard conditions AM1 5G 25 C the number of allowable modules in series is equal to the maximum system voltage divided by the Open Circuit voltage The number of modules in series should be constrained by the expected minimum ambient temperature module Voc temperature coefficient B and module Voc e Suniva recommends a maximum of 21 modules connected in series to allow for a minimum ambient temperature 40 C to prevent an open circuit voltage in excess of 1000 V e Suniva recommends a maximum of 12 modules connected in series to allow for an ambient temperature 40 C to prevent an open circuit voltage in excess of 600 V At standard conditions AM1 5G 25 C modules in parallel without fuse protection are not allowed e Suniva recommends that no modules be connected in parallel without over current protection 2 or more modules may be connected in parallel with over current protection Over Current Protection e Series or parallel connections of modules or strings must be provided adequate
7. gure 1 Mounting Hole Location and Example of Rail Mount Clamp Mounting e Clamps can be used to achieve mounting to a support structure A minimum of four points of contact at the location 1 or 25 4 mm of pre drilled mounting holes should be used See Figure 2 for typical clamp Glass Glass F a f Figure 2 Clamp Mounting Example Diagram Grounding e Ground the module in accordance with local regulations or requirements Size and earth ground conductor accordingly e Earth conductors should be large enough for let through energy e Methods to secure earth wires to PV module frame should be mechanically sound to ensure electrical continuity at all times e When using a self tapping screw to make bonding connection ensure at least two full threads engage in the metal e The following methods are certified for grounding the module e For Canada Grounding method must comply with Safety Standard for Electrical Installations Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 CSA C22 1 Grounding using the provided hardware Attach the grounding conductor to the module frame through at least one of the two grounding holes on the module using the provided grounding kit See Figure 3 Grounding hole Grounding hole Figure 3 Grounding Hole Location Wrap an un insulated portion of 10 to 12 AWG copper grounding wire around the grounding screw between two 0 2 ID x 0 394 0D x 0 030 5 x 10 x 1 mm stainle
8. over current protection such as a recognized circuit breaker or fuse meeting minimum requirements listed in the Product Information section of this manual and be certified and properly rated System design and protection for any series parallel configuration must be verified by a certified engineer and is the responsibility of the system integrator as currents may exceed 1 25 times lsc under some conditions Disconnection Under Load e Do NOT disconnect or connect module under load e Modules will produce electricity even under low light conditions Treat modules as if they are live electrical equipment e To avoid electric shock and injury completely cover the front of the module with an opaque material and disconnect the module from all electrical connections before disconnecting or connecting module wiring Maintenance Maintenance is recommended to ensure optimal performance e Depending on local conditions periodically inspect and clean the surface of the module with water and a soft cloth or sponge when the modules surface becomes dirty and rain water is insufficient to remove dirt debris e Never clean the modules during the middles of the day when the glass is hot to avoid injury e Never scratch or rub away any dirt when the modules are dry e Check the electrical and mechanical connections annually to ensure all the connections are secure tight clean and free of corrosion Disclaimer of Liability Suniva does not ass
9. re module to a structure on a roof building or ground e Provide a minimum of 4 in 100 mm clearance between back of module and roof or ground or building etc when installing to ensure proper air flow e Allow for thermal expansion of the frames by providing a minimum of 0 25 in or approximately 6 mm spacing between modules e Any alternative configurations must be verified to meet load requirements Rail Mounting e A supporting structure can be used to mount the modules at various tilt angles See Figure 1 for recommend configuration Ensure no dissimilar combinations of metals be used that when damp or wet could result in degradation of the materials and as a result create conditions that prevent the module from meeting installation requirements and instructions set forth in this manual e The frame of each module has four mounting holes These are to be used to secure the module s to the supporting structure Use in or M6 bolt with a in or M6 flat washer beneath bolt head and a or M6 lock washers between or M6 nut and rail with a minimum of 80 in lb 9 N m of torque to secure bolt Use only stainless steel mounting hardware e It is recommended that the mounting rails must be within 1 in 2 54 cm of the frame mounting holes Figure 1 and run perpendicular to the length of the module mounting rail Hole location 1 mounting hole Hole location 1 Fi
10. ss steel flat washers ensuring any exposure part of the wire is covered by insulation Connect the provided 10 32x 0 5 in 12 7 mm stainless steel screw and flat washers to the grounding hole Use a flat bladed screwdriver to tighten them applying a torque of 18 in lb 2 N m Flat washer should be cupped side in towards the grounding wire To avoid corrosion of dissimilar metals ensure washer is between grounding wire and aluminum frame See Figure 4 Ground Wire Washer Frame Figure 4 Grounding with 10 32 Screw Or Use of Tyco SolKlip Grounding Clip Assembly The grounding clip manufactured by Tyco Electronics Corp Part number 1954381 1 is UL listed and designed for module grounding applications using a solid 10 to 12 AWG un insulated ground wire It is attached to grounding hole on module frame Figure 3 by an integrated 8 32 in self tapping screw Place the grounding clip onto the frame making sure that the screw straddles the grounding hole Using a No 2 cross recessed screwdriver thread the screw into the hole until the head is flush with the base and the base is flush with the frame then tighten the screw with another 1 4 to 1 2 turn Thread the hex nut onto the end of the screw then using a 3 8 in wrench tighten the nut Recommended torque is between 20 and 25 in lb 2 3 and 2 8 N m for screw and nut Insert the wire into the wire slot Press down on both ends of the wire the wire slot will cause the wir
11. ume responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss damage or expense arising out in any way connected with installation operation use or maintenance by using this manual Suniva assumes no responsibility for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from use of the module No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights Suniva reserves the right to make changes to the product specifications or this manual without prior notice Electrical Characteristics For OPTXXX 60 Series modules ending in 100 For OPTXXX 60 Series modules ending in 101 1BO or 1B1 YOUR S bLA DISTRIBUTOR SOLIGENT o Soligent 227 2 g www soligent net OPT2XX 60 4 1YY IEC amp UL EN SI amp IM _2 Rev 4 Page 3
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