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Disclaimer

This manual is the proprietary information of Solar Frontier (SF). SF’s Limited Warranty Certificate for PV modules will be voided if the 
instructions here within are not strictly observed. SF will not assume any liability for damage arising from improper use, wrong  
assembly, operation and maintenance. Solar Frontier reserves the right to make amendments to the contents of this document with-
out prior notice. This conforms to certification as set out by IEC (61646/ 61730-1/2) and UL (1703).
This manual is valid from August 2013. It replaces all previous changes made to this document.

Content

1.  About this Manual 

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2.  General Information 

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3.  Technical Data 

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3.1  Electrical Characteristics 

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3.2  Module Performance at Low Irradiance 

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3.3  Thermal Characteristics 

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3.4  Characteristics for System Design 

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3.5  Mechanical Data 

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3.6  Module Drawing 

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4.  Safety  

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4.1  General Safety 

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5.  Storage and Transport 

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6.  Mechanical Installation 

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6.1  Mechanical Installation Cautions 

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6.2  Site Location 

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6.3  Module Handling Instructions 

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6.4  Module Mounting Instructions 

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7.  Electrical Installation 

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7.1  Electrical Wiring Safety Precautions 

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7.2 Grounding 

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7.3  Electrical Wiring 

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8. Operation 

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9. Maintenance 

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10. Disposal 

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Summary of Contents for SF140-S

Page 1: ...Solar Frontier Europe GmbH Data Sheet and Installation and Maintenance Manual SF140 S SF145 S SF150 S SF155 S SF160 S SF165 S SF170 S ENGLISH...

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Page 3: ...id from August 2013 It replaces all previous changes made to this document Content 1 About this Manual 4 2 General Information 4 3 Technical Data 4 3 1 Electrical Characteristics 4 3 2 Module Performa...

Page 4: ...SF155 S SF160 S SF165 S SF170 S Nominal power Pmax 140 W 145 W 150 W 155 W 160 W 165 W 170 W Power tolerance 5 W 0 W Open circuit voltage Voc 107 0 V 107 0 V 108 0 V 109 0 V 110 0 V 110 0 V 112 0 V S...

Page 5: ...hould not exceed 7 A under any circumstances UL Modules installed in parallel will be provided with the listed maximum series fuse as specified 3 5 Mechanical Data Dimensions L x W x H 1 257 x 977 x 3...

Page 6: ...5 31 1 225 31 1 225 30 12 13 5 35 35 30 372 5 372 5 454 5 454 5 566 5 598 5 5 934 2 21 5 21 5 548 5 120 35 0 5 977 2 90 444 28 2 568 5 5 Mounting holes 2 x Grounding 2 x 4 4 x 8 5 4 x 6 6 Mounting hol...

Page 7: ...circuit voltage must never exceed the maximum system voltage including in low temperature conditions Leakage currents could create a shock hazard or fire Do not disconnect operational modules or elect...

Page 8: ...temperature range indicated in the module s technical specifications 6 3 Module Handling Instructions Do not disassemble or modify SF modules This may result in an electric shock fire or other accide...

Page 9: ...oduction Modules can be installed horizontally landscape or vertically portrait Maintain a space between SF modules and the roof This will allow air to circulate cooling the module and allowing conden...

Page 10: ...0 Pa 50 lbs ft2 to the front and back of the module UL 1 600 Pa 33 4 lbs ft2 to the front and back of the module 1 5 times the design load is applied to the module during UL testing 2 400 Pa 50 lbs ft...

Page 11: ...inimum TUV 2 400 Pa 50 lbs ft2 to the front and back of the module UL 1 600 Pa 33 4 lbs ft2 to the front and back of the module 1 5 times the design load is applied to the module during UL testing 2 4...

Page 12: ...module overlap min 8 mm 8 mm 3 mm 3 mm 256 mm 75 mm 745 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 745 mm 256 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm Array Installation section Landscape...

Page 13: ...g cautions Be aware of the necessary grounding requirements prior to installation Your local authorities can help you further Install arrestors surge absorbers or any other appropriate lightning prote...

Page 14: ...r Cables drooping from the terminal box are hazardous and must be avoided Cables should be secured so they are not exposed to direct sunlight such as behind the module The sum of Voc of modules in ser...

Page 15: ...ny other hard materials use only soft cloths or sponges for removing dirt from the SF modules surface When replacement parts are required be sure the installer servicer uses parts specified by the man...

Page 16: ...iafilmplatz 8 82031 Gr nwald bei M nchen Germany Tel 49 89 92 86 142 0 Italy Solar Frontier Europe GmbH Sede Secondaria per l Italia Via Domenico Cotugno 49 A scala B 70124 Bari Italy Tel 39 080 90 21...

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