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Safety, Installation, and Operations Manual
© Solaria Corporation All rights reserved. Contents subject to change without notice. SOL-MAN-0002 Rev 09,12-2020
Power Unlocked by Design
1.0 Introduction
This document provides safety and installation information for the PowerXT
®
residential solar modules.
Read this document before installing, wiring, or using this product. Failure to comply with these instructions will
invalidate the Solaria Limited Warranty and may cause loss, damage, injury, or death.
Module limited warranty is described in The Solaria Corporation PowerXT
®
Warranty document. This document is
available at www.solaria.com.
2.0 Safety Precautions
Before installing the modules, read all safety instructions in this document.
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Modules produce direct current (DC) when exposed to light. Direct current can arc across gaps and may cause
injury or death if improper connection or disconnection is made, or if contact is made with exposed leads. Do
not connect or disconnect modules when current from the modules or an external source is present.
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Do not operate the modules in a short circuit condition for extended periods of time.
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Do not artificially expose additional high intensity sunlight directly on the module.
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Do not disconnect modules while under load.
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All installations must be performed in compliance with local, regional, national and international statutory
regulations, guidelines, norms and code requirements.
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For projects in Canada, the installations shall be performed in accordance with CSA C22.1, Safety Standard for
Electrical Installations, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1.
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There are no user serviceable parts within the module. Do not attempt to repair any part of the module.
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Installation should be performed by authorized personnel only.
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Use insulated tools to reduce risk of electric shock. Do not touch terminals with bare hands.
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Use heavy duty gloves to reduce risk of injury from sharp edges or corners.
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Do not stand on, drop, or allow objects to fall on modules.
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Do not install or handle modules when they are wet or during periods of high wind.
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Before installing your system, contact local authorities to determine necessary permit, installation and
inspection requirements.
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Module support structures should be snow and wind load rated per local code and approved for use by the
local authorities.
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The solar system, its components, and installation should be approved by the authorities having jurisdiction in
the area.
