May 2011. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without prior notice .
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Safety and Installation Manual
Introduction
This manual provides safety and installation instructions for GH Solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. Carefully
read the entire instruction manual before installing, wiring or operating the PV modules. Save this
GH Solar
Safety and Installation Manual at all times.
Disclaimer of Liability
Failure to follow these instructions will invalidate the
GH Solar
Limited Warranty for PV modules. The
conditions and methods of installation, operation, use and maintenance of the PV modules is beyond
company control.
GH Solar
is thus not liable for any damage or loss caused by improper use or incorrect
installation, operation, use or maintenance.
Module limited warranties are described in
GH Solar
warranty certificates.
Safety Instructions prerequisites
The installation should be done by qualified personnel only.
Make sure to remove all jewellery from your hands and wrists before installing this product.
PV Modules generate direct current (DC) when exposed to any amount of light. Direct current can arc
when improperly connected or disconnected in a connected string of modules, and may cause injury
or death.
Do not connect or disconnect a PV module when current might flow through one of the modules, the
main grid, or an external source.
Make sure that the cable connections are in perfect condition and are not deformed in any way.
Do not insert any electrically conducting part into one of the connectors.
Do not install or connect modules when the module or one of its components, are wet.
Do not install visually damaged modules (e.g. broken glass, broken junction box, broken connectors).
Immediately contact
GH Solar
for disposal or replacement instructions.
Do not disassemble or remove any part of the module. Do not attempt to repair any part of the module
either.
Ensure that the modules are used for their intended purpose only. All installations must be done in
accordance with regional regulations and policies.
Keep away from children.
Storing and unpacking instructions
Modules should be unpacked in a dry environment only. Avoid any direct contact with rain or other types of
moisture. Leave the modules packed until right before installation. Modules must be stored in their original
packing a dry and ventilated place. While unpacking, make sure the modules are not exposed to any direct
light source.
Preparation before installation
Always perform a visual inspection of the packaging material before unpacking. After unpacking the module,
make sure that no irregularities or deformities are present on the panel or one of its components. Measure the
Voc of every module while exposed to direct sunlight (irradiance >600W/m²), and make sure the measured
Voc value does not equal or approach zero Volts. If any of these requirements is not met, do not install the
module, and immediately contact
GH Solar
.
