PHOTOWATT PW60HT-C-XF, Installation Manual

D81-P06-01 GB R5 

28/07/2020

www.photowatt.com

5

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

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Each module has two identical barcodes (one 

in the laminate under the front glass, the se-

cond on the rear side of the module) that act as 

a unique identifier. Each module has a unique 

serial number containing 14 digits.

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A nameplate is also affixed to the rear glass 

of each module. This nameplate specifies the 

model type, as well as the main electrical and 

safety characteristics of the module.

5.0
MODULE INSTALLATION

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES AND
GENERAL SAFETY

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Prior to installing modules please obtain infor-

mation about any requirements and necessary 

approvals for the site, installation and inspection 

from the relevant authorities.

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Check applicable building codes to ensure that 

the construction or structure (roof, facade, sup-

port, etc.) can bear the module system load.

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Aluminum frame solar modules have been quali-

fied for Application Class A (equivalent to Safety 

Class II requirements). Modules rated under this 

class should be used in systems operating at vol-

tage above 50 V or power above 240 W, where 

general contact access is anticipated.

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EDF ENR PWT double glass modules have been 

certified as Type 3 or Type 13 according to UL 

1703 and as Class A for fire performance accor-

ding to IEC 61730-2, please refer to the datasheet 

or the product nameplate for the detailed types.

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Consult your local authority for guidelines and 
requirements for building or structural fire safety.

UL 1703 SYSTEM FIRE RATING REQUIREMENTS

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A photovoltaic system composed of UL1703 

certified modules mounted on a UL2703 cer-

tified mounting system should be evaluated in 

combination with roof coverings in accordance 

with UL1703 standard, with respect to meeting 

the same fire classification as the roof assembly.

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Mounting systems with a System Fire Class Ra-

ting (Class A, B or C), tested in conjunction with 

fire rated “Type 3” or “Type 13” rated modules, 

are considered acceptable for use with Cana-

dian Solar Inc. modules, provided the mounting 

system does not violate any other requirement 

of this manual.

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Any mounting system limitation on inclination 

or accessory required to maintain a specific 

System Fire Class Rating should be clearly spe-

cified in the installation instructions and UL2703 

certification of the mounting system supplier.

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The fire rating for this module is only valid 

when the product is installed as specified in the 

mechanical mounting instructions.

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When installing the modules on rooftop, ensure 

the assembly is mounted over a fire resistant 

roof covering rated for the application.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

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The module is intended for use in general open-

air climates, as defined in IEC 60721-2-1: Clas-

sification of environmental conditions Part 2-1: 

Environmental conditions appearing in nature 

- temperature and humidity.

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Please consult the EDF ENR PWT technical sup-

port department for more information on the 

use of modules in special climates. 

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Do not install modules near open flames or 

flammable materials.

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Do not immerse modules in water or constantly 

expose modules to water (either fresh or salt) 

(i.e. from fountains, sea spray).

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Exposing modules to salt (i.e. marine environ-

ments) or sulfur (i.e. sulfur sources, volcanoes) 

incurs the risk of module corrosion.

•  Failure to comply with these instructions will 

void EDF ENR PWT warranty.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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Ensure that the module meets the general tech-

nical system requirements.

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Ensure that other systems components do not 

damage modules mechanically or electrically.

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Modules can be wired in series to increase

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voltage or in parallel to increase current. To 

connect modules in series, connect the cables 

from the positive terminal of one module to 

the negative terminal of the next module. To 

connect in parallel, connect the cables from 

the positive terminal of one module to the posi-

tive terminal on the next module.

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The quantity of bypass diodes in the module’s 

junction box provided may vary depending on 

the model series.

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Only connect the quantity of modules that cor-

responds to the voltage specifications of the in-

verters used in the system. In addition modules 

must NOT be connected together to create a 

voltage higher than the maximum permitted 

system voltage stated on the module name-

plate, even under the worst local temperature 

conditions (see Table 1 for the correction coeffi-

cients that apply to open-circuit voltage).

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A maximum of two strings can be connected in 

parallel without using over-current protection 

device (fuses, etc.) incorporated in series wit-