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CRYSTALLINE SILICON PV MODULE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. Introduction
1.1 About this installation manual
1.1.1 Subject of this manual
This installation manual describes the procedures for
installation and electrical connection of ASTRONERGY´s
made in Germany high quality solar modules with 60 poly-
or monocritstalline cells for grid-connected photovoltaic
systems. Further solar modules are installed in the same way.
1.1.2 User group
The installation manual is intended to be used by the installer,
the operator and a group of people possessing technical skills
and basic electrical, electronic and mechanical knowledge
who have been trained by the operator.
1.2 Standards and technical directives
The solar modules comply with the following standards:
· IEC 61215 ed. 2, IEC 61730
1.3 Intended use
The solar modules are designed for use in photovoltaic
systems. Any other use is considered improper use. The solar
modules do not comply with the technical regulations for
overhead glazing and may not be used for such applications.
The solar modules are not intended for use in mobile
applications (e.g. vehicles) or marine applications (e.g. boats).
Intended use also includes compliance with the specifications
stated in this installation manual.
ASTRONERGY shall not be held liable for damages arising
from a failure to observe and follow the installation manual,
particularly the safety instructions contained in it, or from any
improper use of the product.
2. Safety
2.1 Responsibilities of the owner/operator
The system operator has safety-related responsibilities.
It shall be ensured that:
• the locally applicable standards and directives are complied
with;
• the installation is only carried out by individuals with
specialist technical knowledge and basic knowledge of
mechanical engineering;
• the electrical connection is only established by an
electrically qualified person;
• persons commissioned to perform the work can evaluate
their assigned tasks and recognize possible risks;
• those commissioned to perform the work are familiar with
the system components;
• as part of the product, the installation manual is available at
all times during the installation;
• the installation manual, and in particular the safety
instructions, have been read and understood by the relevant
personnel before installation;
• lifting equipment and tools suitable for use during
installation are used;
• if replacements are required, only ASTRONERGY components
are used and repairs are only carried out by technicians
authorized by ASTRONERGY, as otherwise the warranty will
expire;
• only components (cable, plugs, mounting parts, etc.) that
are suitable and certified for use in photovoltaic systems are
used;
• the solar module is not installed near to highly flammable
gases or vapours because sparks could be generated;
• the solar modules are installed over a fireproof roof covering
when installed on a roof;
• artificially concentrated sunlight shall not be directed on the
module or panel;
• the junction box and the cable are not exposed to the sun’s
rays for long periods of time,
• the solar module is not immersed in water or exposed to
moisture for long periods of time,
• the solar module is not subjected to any extreme chemical
loads (e.g. emissions from production operations),
• the solar module is not subjected to mechanical loads
higher than the approved levels,
• the solar module is only used in the specified ambient
temperature range,
• no paint, coatings or adhesives are applied to the solar
module;
• the solar module is not dismantled and none of the parts
provided on delivery are removed.
• the solar modules are only transported in their original
packaging.
2.2 Basic safety instructions
The following safety instructions and warnings form
an essential part of this installation manual and are of
fundamental importance when handling this product.
• Consider all loads generated by the solar modules in the
static calculation for the overall structure.
• To avoid damage (e.g. broken glass) do not leave solar
modules unsecured.
• Check the mechanical integrity of the solar modules prior to
installation. Only use undamaged solar modules.
• Only use mounting systems that can withstand the
expected loads for snow, wind, etc.
