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INSTALLATION MANUAL
REC 60-CELL PANELS
Installation instructions for all REC TwinPeak 2 and REC N-Peak 60-cell size solar
panels certified according to IEC 61215 / 61730:
• REC TwinPeak 2 Series / REC TwinPeak 2 BLK Series
• REC TwinPeak 2 BLK2 Series
• REC TwinPeak 2 Mono Series
• REC N-Peak Series
• REC N-Peak Black Series
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL REC 60-CELL PANELS Installation instructions for all REC TwinPeak 2 and REC N-Peak 60-cell size solar panels certified according to IEC 61215 / 61730: • REC TwinPeak 2 Series / REC TwinPeak 2 BLK Series • REC TwinPeak 2 BLK2 Series •...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Mounting REC Twinpeak 2 panels with continous rails Mounting REC Twinpeak 2 panels with short rails Mounting REC N-Peak panels with continous rails parallel to short side of the module Mounting REC N-Peak panels with continous rails parallel to long side of the module... -
Page 3: How To Use This Manual
This does not apply to damages due to a panel fault, in cases of loss of life, bodily injury or damage to health or in the event of a grossly negligent breach of obligations on the part of REC SOLAR PTE. LTD. and/or in the event of an intentional or grossly negligent breach of obligations by a legal representative or vicarious agent. -
Page 4: Safety Measures
SAFETY IN THE WORKING AREA Installation of REC solar panels may involve working on rooftops or raised platforms. Ensure all local regulations regarding working at heights and fall protection are followed. Before beginning work on an installation, ensure all working surfaces are structurally sound and capable of bearing the weight of employees and required equipment. -
Page 5: Panel Handling
PANEL HANDLING In order to avoid damage, all REC solar panels should be handled with care and protected from damage at all times. All warnings and instructions on the packaging should be observed. Follow these guidelines when unpacking, transporting, carrying, installing or storing panels: •... -
Page 6: Electrical Installation
Application Class REC solar panels are rated for use in electrical Application Class A, Protection Safety Class II; at hazardous levels of voltage (>35V), current(>8A) and power (>240W) where general contact access is anticipated (panels qualified for safety through IEC 61730-1 and -2). -
Page 7: Panel Installation
USE OF RAILS AND CLAMPS Installing the REC solar panels with clamps and rails has been found to be in compliance with IEC 61215 & IEC 61730 requirements for the below test loads: REC Twinpeak Series: 5400 Pa (design load of 3600 Pa*) downward pressure and 2400 Pa (design load of 1600 Pa*) upwards pressure. -
Page 8: Mounting Rec Twinpeak 2 Panels With Continous Rails
The center point of each clamp and the minimum grip length must be fully located in the same clamping zones to be rated to that load (fig. 3). If the panel is secured in zones with different load values, it is rated to the lowest load value only. REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20... -
Page 9: Mounting Rec Twinpeak 2 Panels With Short Rails
The center point of each clamp and the minimum grip length must be fully located in the same clamping zones to be rated to that load (fig. 4). If the panel is secured in zones with different load values, it is rated to the lowest load value only. REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20... - Page 10 MOUNTING REC N-PEAK PANELS WITH CONTINOUS RAILS PARALLEL TO SHORT SIDE OF THE MODULE A continous rail spans the complete underside of the module. Fig. 5: Clamping of N-Peak panels on rails parallel to short side of module 650 mm [25.6 in] 650 mm [25.6 in]...
- Page 11 MOUNTING REC N-PEAK PANELS WITH CONTINOUS RAILS PARALLEL TO LONG SIDE OF THE MODULE A continous rail spans the complete underside of the module. Fig. 6: Clamping of N-Peak panels on rails parallel to long side of module 650 mm [25.6 in] 650 mm [25.6 in]...
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Page 12: Mounting Rec N-Peak Panels With Short Rails
The center point of each clamp and the minimum grip length must be fully located in the same clamping zones to be rated to that load (fig. 7). If the panel is secured in zones with different load values, it is rated to the lowest load value only. REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20... -
Page 13: Mounting Methods: Slide In Systems
Scale: 1:1.57 REC solar panels can be installed utilizing the four mounting holes (11 x 6.6 mm) on the underside of the panel at a distance of 382.5 mm from the corner (fig. 8) in conjunction with a device, e.g., screws, lockbolts or structural blind fasteners, with specifications suitable for the installation (fig. 9). -
Page 14: Drainage Holes
DRAINAGE HOLES In each corner of the REC frame small drainage holes are spaced 55 mm from the corner on long and short sides (fig. 11). These allow humidity caused by rain, condensation, snow melt, cleaning or any other process to exit the frame easily and minimize damage. These holes must not be used for mounting the panel, and they must not be covered by any part of the mounting structure. -
Page 15: Connections And Connectors
CONNECTIONS AND CONNECTORS The connector type(s) used on REC panels are indicated in the product specifications at the rear of this manual. The connector IP rating is only valid when correctly connected. All connectors and cables must be secure and tight as well as electrically and mechanically sound. UV-resistant cables and connectors approved for outdoor use must be used. -
Page 16: Panel Maintenance
For installations in the European Union, REC solar panels are subject to WEEE regulations. The symbol in fig. 14 as found on the label on the rear of the panel indicates that this product must not be treated as household waste and must be disposed of at an appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. -
Page 17: Panel Characteristics
Power in Year 25 80.7% 80.7% 80.7% See warranty documents for details. Some conditions apply. PV MODULE PV MODULE RELIABILITY SCORECARD RELIABILITY SCORECARD REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20 Ref: PM-IM-20... -
Page 18: Technical Properties: Rec Twinpeak 2 Mono Series
Annual Degradation 0.7% 0.7% 0.7% PV MODULE Power in Year 25 80.7% 80.7% 80.7% RELIABILITY SCORECARD See warranty documents for details. Some conditions apply. REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20 Ref: PM-IM-20... -
Page 19: Technical Properties: Rec N-Peak Series
Power in Year 1 Irradiance (W/m²) Annual Degradation 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% Power in Year 25 See warranty documents for details. Some conditions apply. REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20 Ref: PM-IM-20... -
Page 20: Technical Properties: Rec N-Peak Black Series
Power in Year 1 Irradiance (W/m²) Annual Degradation 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% Power in Year 25 See warranty documents for details. Some conditions apply. REC Installation Manual - REC 60-cell panels - IEC 61215 /61730 Rev G - 06.20 Ref: PM-IM-20... -
Page 21: Annex 1: Installations On Water Platforms
INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT Installation site • REC solar panels may only be installed on closed bodies of fresh water where water salinity does not exceed 25 mS/cm at 25°C (15 PSU). This specifically excludes mounting on sea and ocean applications. •... -
Page 22: Annex 2: Installations Using Module Level Power Electronics
‘retro-fit’ system made by third-party manufacturers. MLPE devices may be used on REC solar panels where desirable or mandatory (note that the certification testing of solar panels does not include testing with MLPE devices). When installing an MLPE device on an REC solar panel, follow the instructions provided by the device manufacturer and the instructions specific for REC solar panels given below. -
Page 23: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
Series; indicates type/name can include any of the suffixes: BLK, BLK2, Black, XV, Mono (M in product code), e.g., RECxxxTP2SM 72 XV; REC TwinPeak 2S Mono 72 XV. The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation: 2014/35/EU "Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating... -
Page 24: Document History
First release of combined installation manual for all REC 60-cell solar panels 11.2017 Textual updates 06.2018 Addition of REC TwinPeak 2 Mono, updates to panel storage instructions, text updates to clamp positions 01.2019 Update to warranty conditions 08.2019 Updated Datasheets 01.2020... - Page 25 REC SOLAR PTE. LTD. 20 TUAS SOUTH AVENUE 14 SINGAPORE 637312 SINGAPORE Tel: +65 6495 9228 Mail: post@recgroup.com www.recgroup.com...