SMB Solar Multiboard Instructions For The Use

For the use on photovoltaic arrays with framed modules

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Instructions for the Use of SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS on

Photovoltaic Arrays with Framed Modules

1. General introduction

Solar panel manufacturers stipulate that you must not walk or place concentrated loads

on photovoltaic modules as incorrectly distributed weight may result in the formation

of micro cracks in the solar cells. The damage ranges from a small loss of performance

to the complete failure of individual modules.

However, there is an increasing amount of work on photovoltaic arrays, such as

servicing, repairs or cleaning, that requires you to walk or place weight on the

modules.

The SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD is a lightweight, mobile, non-slip working

platform that enables you to work on framed photovoltaic modules without damaging

them.

SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS may be installed on the solar panels only for the

duration of the works and must be removed after the job has been completed.

2. Safety regulations

When using the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS you must comply with the general

safety regulations for working on PV arrays and for working on scaffolding. The use

of SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS does not exempt you from observing the following

safety regulations:

BGI 515 Personal protective equipment

BGI 656 Safety when working on roofs

BGI 659 Safety when cleaning buildings

BGI 663 Handling of work and protective scaffolding

Accident prevention regulations for winches, lifting and towing equipment

Accident prevention regulations for first aid

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Page 1 SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS may be installed on the solar panels only for the duration of the works and must be removed after the job has been completed.
Page 2 Handle end Contact surface Figure 1: General view of the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD The non-slip surface must be kept clean at all times to maintain its non-slip properties. The contact surface must also be kept clean at all times to prevent dirt particles from damaging the glass surface of the PV modules when a service technician steps onto the board.
Page 3 The SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD may only be placed on the glass surface and frame of the PV modules as described above. Damaged or dirty SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS must not be used. 4. Use of SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS on framed PV modules...
Page 4 The size of the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD must match the size of the PV module. Size of PV module PV modules laid PV modules laid Correct SMB SOLAR vertically horizontally MULTIBOARD 1,660 mm x 990 mm 1660 mm 1720 mm...
Page 5 When walking on the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS you must stay within the area between the upper and lower frame of each PV module (figure 5). If an SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD extends onto the next module below you must not place weight on this section (figure 6).
Page 6 In order to work across a wider area of the PV array we recommend the use of five SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS. The first SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD should be placed on the lowest row of modules as described in point 3. Step on the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD and fit the second SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARD offset to One side.
Page 7 When cleaning PV arrays do not direct the jet of the high-pressure washer at the backing layer on the contact surface as this may damage it. When storing the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS please ensure that the backing layers or the non-slip surfaces of two SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS are always stacked on top of each other to prevent damage to the SMB SOLAR MULTIBOARDS.