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Broken or damaged Modules must be handled carefully and disposed off properly. Broken glass can be
sharp and may cause injury if not handled with appropriate protective equipment.
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Do not stand, step, walk and/or jump on the Module. Do not drop or place objects on the Modules (such
as tools.)
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Do not mark the Modules with sharp instrument. Particularly attention should be taken to avoid Module
backsheet to come in contact with sharp objects, as scratches may directly affect product safety and
reliability.
CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
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The relative humidity shall be below 85 %.
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WAAREE Modules are rated for Mechanical load 5400 Pa on the front and 2400 Pa on the rear.
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Operating Temperature of Modules shall be within -40
º
C to 85
º
C with ambient temperature -20°C to
50°C
Note: -
Rated electrical characteristics are within 10% of the values measured at Standard Test Conditions
(STC) of 1000W/m
2
irradiance, 25
º
C cell temperature and AM 1.5.
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Under normal conditions, a photovoltaic Module may experience conditions that produce more current
and voltage than reported at standard component test conditions. Accordingly, the values of Isc and Voc
marked on UL listed Modules should be multiplied by a factor of 1.25 when determining voltage ratings,
conductor capacities, fuse sizes, and size of controls connected to the Module output.
NOTES ON INSTALLATION
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Please read this guide completely before installation or use of the Modules.
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Modules shall be mounted with the orientation and tilt angle required for consistent performance
(seasonally, yearly). The location selected shall have direct access to sunlight from 9:00A.M. to 3.00P.M.
on the shortest day of the year. Calculate the tilt angle by using the site latitude, with Modules facing
south in the northern latitudes and north in the southern latitudes. This will result in consistent energy
output throughout the year.
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A minimum slope of 5 in/ft. for installation over a roof is required to maintain the fire class rating.
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Refer to your local authority for guidelines and requirements for building or structural fire safety. For
roof application, the Modules should be mounted over a fire resistant covering rated for the application.
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Modules should be firmly fixed in place in a manner suitable to withstand all expected loads, including
wind and snow loads. Module mounting holes are provided for easy installation and proper mechanical
loading.
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The Modules shall be mounted so that the junction box remains in the uppermost position to minimize
the ingress of moisture/water.
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Appropriate material should be used for mounting hardware to prevent the Module frame, mounting
structure etc. from corrosion.
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Install Modules where they are not shaded by obstacles like buildings and trees. Especially pay attention
to avoid partial shading of Modules by obstacles during the daytime.
