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Advanced Solar Photonics ASP-390M Safety & Instruction Manual

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This document applies to the following PV Modules:
ASP-390M, ASP-395M, ASP-400M, ASP-405M, ASP-410M
Version Date: July 2, 2012

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  • Page 1 This document applies to the following PV Modules: ASP-390M, ASP-395M, ASP-400M, ASP-405M, ASP-410M Version Date: July 2, 2012...
  • Page 2  Installation should be performed only by authorized personnel.  Remove all metallic jewelry prior to installing this product to reduce the chance of accidental exposure to live circuits. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 3 10N.m., or 7.00 to7.50 foot pounds, on the bolt and nut with proper tools as described in Figure.1.  Installing Modules Figure 1 - Basic Mounting Structure Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 4 Therefore, the values of Isc and Voc marked on the module should be multiplied by using NEC standards when determining component voltage ratings, conductor amperage, fuse sizes, and size of controls connected to PV output. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 5 (+) terminal and the other has a negative terminal, which are terminated inside the junction box. Modules are interconnected by inserting the positive connector from one module into the negative connector Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 6 If the modules are not provided with these connectors, please contact our representatives for detailed instructions.  Connectors Currently, ASP is using MC4 locking type connectors. End Mount (Portrait) Side Mount (Landscape) Figure 2 - Module Orientation Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 7  Insert STS Bolt #10-32 into frame grounding hole with associated hardware as shown in Figure 3;  Use solar approved grounding lugs expressly for this purpose. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 8 Please refer to the applicable local and regional codes as well as the inverter requirements for additional fusing and limitations on the maximum number of modules in series. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 9: Module Mounting

    2 of them in the middle of the frame. Additionally the module has 2 holes for grounding. Also, there are 8 holes for draining. Refer to the following figure for the module dimensions and mounting holes locations. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 10 Clips and clamps are not provided with the module. We recommend you use aluminum (material) clamps, per Code as shown in Figure 7. Figure 7 - Clamp Dimension Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Reading the voltage across the positive (+) and the negative (-) terminal / leads of the disconnected module will give the Voc. Shorting the leads together and placing an ammeter in the circuit will give you the Isc. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 12 Abnormal readings should alert the user to possible module problems. Replacing suspicious modules with known good ones will help confirm the diagnosis. Any module problems should be brought to the attention of your dealer, distributor, or ASP. Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...
  • Page 13 Or contact our factory at : Advanced Solar Photonics 400 Rinehart Road - Suite 1060 Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com info@ AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com Tel: (407) 804-1000 Advanced Solar Photonics | 400 Rinehart Road | Lake Mary, Florida 32746 www.AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com | info@AdvancedSolarPhotonics.com...

This manual is also suitable for:

Asp-395mAsp-405mAsp-400mAsp-410m