PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY Grape Solar Photovoltaic Modules User Manual This document applies to Grape Solar photovoltaic modules with model number GS-P60-265-Fab1, GS-P60-265-Fab2, GSS60LSQ-285-PR, GS-M60-285-Fab1-US, and GS-M60-300-Fab1-US. Carefully read through this manual in its entirety before installing, operating or servicing the photovoltaic (PV) system.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY Table of Contents I. General Information ..................................................................................................................... 3 II. Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 4 III. Module Installation .............................................................................................
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY I. GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Grape Solar photovoltaic (PV) modules are designed to produce DC electrical energy from sunlight. 2. This manual contains important safety and installation information of Grape Solar PV modules. All safety and installation instructions described in this manual should be thoroughly understood before installing, operating and maintaining the PV system. 3.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY II. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. General Safety 1.1 Ensure that the modules are used for the intended purpose only. 1.2 When installing, operating and maintaining the PV system, observe all local, regional, national and international statutory regulations, guidelines, norms and code requirements. 1.3 The safety information for other system components must also be followed. 1.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 2.10 Do not leave a module unsupported or unsecured. 2.11 There are no user serviceable parts within the module. Do not attempt to repair any part of the module.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 3.10 PV modules do not have a power ON/OFF switch. The only way to make modules inoperative is removing them from light, or fully covering their front surface with an opaque material, or placing modules face down on a smooth, flat surface. 3.11 Avoid setting the module down with any type of force on any surface, particularly when placing it at a corner. 3.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY III. MODULE INSTALLATION 1. Installation Site Selection 1.1 The site for PV module installation shall have an environment temperature within Grape Solar’s PV module operating temperature range -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F). 1.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 3. Electrical Connection 3.1 All installations must be performed in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable local codes by authorized personnel. If the module is installed in Canada, installation shall be in accordance with CSA C22.1, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. 3.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 4. Grounding 4.1 To reduce the possibility of electrical shock and protect the PV system from lightning, all module frames and mounting racks must be properly earth grounded by using grounding hardware that has been UL-1703 certified and in accordance with the National Electrical Code before wiring the circuit. 4.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 1 Stainless steel M5 nut 2 Stainless steel cupped M5 washer 34 Stainless steStainless steeel l flat M5 M5 serrated washerwasher 5 6 Grounding lead Stainless steel M5 bolt Figure-1 Grounding panel frame with stainless steel grounding & bonding equipment 5. Mounting 5.1 The modules have been evaluated by UL that can sustain a positive or negative design loading of 30 lbs/ft2 (1600 Pascal).
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 5.7 To prevent water from entering the junction box, which could result in a safety hazard, modules should not be mounted with the front/top glass facing downward. 5.8 At least a 4 inch clearance between the module frames and structure, or wall, or ground is required to prevent wiring damage and allows air to circulate behind the module. 5.9 PV modules can be mounted to the structure by the following methods: 5.9.
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Rev. P VALID IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY 4. Do not remove the dirt by scraping or rubbing away from the module front surface when dry as this may cause micro-scratches on the glass and lead to module performance degrading. 5. Distilled water can be used for regular washing or rinsing of the module front glass to remove dust, dirt or other deposits. 6. To remove ingrained dirt, first rinse off area and let soak for a short period of time (~5 minutes).
