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INSTALLATION MANUAL
OF STANDARD SOLAR
MODULES
For professional use only

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL OF STANDARD SOLAR MODULES For professional use only...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ..............................3 1.1 INSTALLATION MANUAL DISCLAIMER ..........................3 1.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ..............................3 2.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................... 3 2.1 INFORMATION PURSUANT TO ART. 33 OF THE REACH REGULATION ................. 4 3.0 MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 4 4.0 UNPACKING AND STORAGE ..............................

  • Page 3: General Information

    1.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY live circuits. Canadian Solar shall not be held responsible for damages When installing modules in light rain, of any kind, including – without limitation – bodily harm, morning dew, take appropriate measures...

  • Page 4: Information Pursuant To Art. 33 Of The Reach Regulation

    Do not allow children or unauthorized The copper ribbons used in our solar modules to persons near the installation site or interconnect solar cells use a thin solder coating layer that module storage area. contains lead (CAS no. 7439-92-1). Do not install modules in strong wind.

  • Page 5: Unpacking And Storage

    (refer to corresponding datasheet). Electrical calculations and design must be performed by a competent engineer or consultant. Please contact Canadian Solar’s technical support team for additional information pertaining to engineering optimization and approval of project specific module  For vertical package, unpacking and handling should be string lengths.

  • Page 6: Module Installation

    “Type 2” fire rated modules, are considered acceptable laminate under the front glass, the second on the rear for use with Canadian Solar modules, provided that the side of the module and the third on the frame) that act as...
  • Page 7  The quantity of bypass diodes in the module’s junction  Please consult the Canadian Solar technical support box provided may vary depending on the model series. department for more information on the use of ...

  • Page 8: Module Wiring

    If longer cable or additional jumper cable is year round. Sunlight should be able to reach at least the requested, please contact Canadian Solar’s sales module even on the shortest day of the year. representative in advance.
  • Page 9 Canadian Solar’s sales representative. string should be kept under open-circuit conditions and  For different CSI module types, Canadian Solar offers proper actions should be taken to avoid dust and optional cable specifications lengths to match various moisture penetration inside the connectors.
  • Page 10 Table 3: System Cable Scheme for CS1V/CS1VL/CS1A/CS1H/CS1K/CS1HA/CS1U/CS1Y modules Module types Standard cables Portrait two rows installation Note: Adjacent two modules (left to right) need to be rotated 180 degrees CS1V-MS, CS1VL-MS, CS1H-MS, Portrait one row installation CS1HA-MS, Note: Adjacent two modules (left to right) need to be rotated 180 degrees...

  • Page 11: Grounding

    Electrical Code. Any grounding means used with  Only use dedicated solar cable and suitable connectors Canadian Solar modules should be NRTL certified to UL (wiring should be sheathed in a sunlight-resistant 467 and UL 2703 standards. Please consult our conduit or, if exposed, should itself be sunlight- technical service team for the formal approval process.

  • Page 12: Mounting Instructions

    Ensure that the cup washer is positioned between the frame and the wire with the concave side  Canadian Solar does not provide mounting hardware. up to prevent galvanic corrosion. Tighten the bolt  Standard modules can be mounted onto a support securely using the SS toothed nut.

  • Page 13: Mounting Method: Bolting

    | 13 recommended to improve both mechanical stability  M8 X 1.25 - Grade 8.8 (5/16”-18 Grade B7) galvanized or and long-term module performance, we recommend A2-70 stainless steel bolt and nut should be used. selecting a sufficiently resistant material. Canadian ...
  • Page 14 | 14 Table 5: Approved bolting methods Inner four holes installation Middle four holes installation Outer four holes installation method A method A method A Inner four holes installation Middle four holes installation method B method B Installation Inner four Inner four Middle four Middle four...

  • Page 15: Mounting Method: Clamping

     The system designer and installer are responsible for load calculations and for proper design of support structure.  Canadian Solar’s warranty may be void in cases where improper clamps or unsuitable installation methods are found. When installing inter-modules or end-type...
  • Page 16 | 16 6.2.1 Four clamps on long side of frame and rails perpendicularly to the long side frame Max Mechanical Load (Pa) +2000/ +2400/ +3600/ +5400/ +5400/ +7000/ Module Types -2000 -2400 -2400 -2400 -3600 -5400 A1 Range (mm) CS1H 0-219 220-440 270-330...
  • Page 17 | 17 6.2.2 Four clamps on short side of frame and rails perpendicular to the long side frame. A Range (mm) Module Types 0-200 200-250 Max Mechanical Load (Pa) CS3U +1200/-1200 +1400/-1400 CS3W +1000/-1000 +1200/-1200 CS3L +2000/-2000 +2200/-2200 CS1Y +1600/-1600 +1800/-1800 CS3N +1400/-1400...
  • Page 18 | 18 6.2.4 Two clamps on the long side and two clamps on the short side of frame. Rails run perpendicular to the long side frame. Max Mechanical Load (Pa) Module Types +2400/-2400 A1 Range (mm) A2 Range (mm) CS3U 300-550 200-250 CS3K...
  • Page 19 | 19 6.2.6 Four clamp mounting on short side of frame. Max Mechanical Load (Pa) Module Types +2000/-2000 +2200/-2200 +2400/-2400 A2 Range (mm) CS1VL/CS1HA 0-250 CS1V 0-210 CS3K 0-200 200-250 6.2.7 Four clamp mounting on short side of frame, and an additional support bar placed below the center of the module.
  • Page 20 | 20 6.2.8 Six clamps on long side of frame and rails perpendicularly to the long side frame Max Mechanical Load (Pa) Module Types +5400/-2400 +5400/-3600 +6000/-4000 A3 & A5 Range (mm) CS1H 80-380 0-250 CS1U 250-350 CS3L 140-440 CS3K 80-380 6.2.9 Rail-less clamping Landscape installation, clamping on long side frame...
  • Page 21 | 21 Portrait installation, clamping on short side frame Modyle Type Max Span Max Cantilever length Downforce Uplift 48 inches (1.22 m) 16 inches (0.41 m) 1800 Pa 800 Pa CS3K/CS1H 32 inches (0.81 m) 10.7 inches (0.27 m) 1800 Pa 1200 Pa 24 inches (0.61 m) 8 inches (0.2 m)

  • Page 22: Insertion Systems

     Canadian Solar warranty may be void in cases where improper insertion systems or unsuitable installation methods are found. When installing insertion profiles,...

  • Page 23: Mounting Methods With Single-Axis Tracker

     If your tracker design cannot meet the above distance requirement, please contact Canadian Solar technical  If any racking structures, especially bearing house, support department in writing for advices.
  • Page 24 | 24 Plain washer Module Mounting hole Mounting outer Test load(Pa) type space (mm) hole location diameter (mm) B1, B2, A3, A4 +1600/-1600 A1-A3: 400 CS6W-MS B1-B3: 790 B1, B2, B3, B4 +1800/-1800 The allowable maximum twist angle of the module is 0.5 ...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

     Use a proper cleaning solution and suitable cleaning This manual covers the requirements for the cleaning equipment. procedure of Canadian Solar‘s photovoltaic modules. The purpose of these cleaning guidelines is to provide general Do not use abrasive or electric cleaners on the ...
  • Page 26 (40 bar) CLEANING METHODS Method A: Compressed Air Canadian Solar recommends cleaning the soft dirt (like dust) on modules just with air pressure. This technique can be applied as long as the method is efficient enough considering the existing conditions.

  • Page 27: Annex A: Mechanical And Electrical Ratings

    | 27 ANNEX A: MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL RATINGS Standard Test Conditions are: Irradiance of 1000 W/m ±3% for Pmax, and ±5% for Isc & Voc. Specifications are AM1.5 spectrum, and cell temperature of 25°C. The subject to change without notice. tolerance of electrical characteristics is respectively within Table A: Mechanical and electrical ratings under STC Open...
  • Page 28 | 28 Open Short Maximum Operating Operating Max. Series Overall Circuit Circuit Weight power voltage current Fuse Rating Model Type Dimensions Voltage Current <Kg> <mm> Pmax <W> Vmp <V> Imp <A> <A> Voc <V> Isc <A> CS3K-285P 31.4 9.08 38.1 9.56 CS3K-290P 32.3...
  • Page 29 | 29 Open Short Maximum Operating Operating Max. Series Overall Circuit Circuit Weight power voltage current Fuse Rating Model Type Dimensions Voltage Current <Kg> <mm> Pmax <W> Vmp <V> Imp <A> <A> Voc <V> Isc <A> CS1K-330MS 36.0 9.18 43.5 9.65 CS1K-335MS 36.2...
  • Page 30 | 30 Open Short Maximum Operating Operating Max. Series Overall Circuit Circuit Weight power voltage current Fuse Rating Model Type Dimensions Voltage Current <Kg> <mm> Pmax <W> Vmp <V> Imp <A> <A> Voc <V> Isc <A> CS3W-415P 39.3 10.56 47.8 11.14 CS3W-420P 39.5...
  • Page 31 | 31 Open Short Maximum Operating Operating Max. Series Overall Circuit Circuit Weight power voltage current Fuse Rating Model Type Dimensions Voltage Current <Kg> <mm> Pmax <W> Vmp <V> Imp <A> <A> Voc <V> Isc <A> CS3L-365MS 33.9 10.78 40.6 11.47 CS3L-370MS 34.1...
  • Page 32 | 32 Open Short Maximum Operating Operating Max. Series Overall Circuit Circuit Weight power voltage current Fuse Rating Model Type Dimensions Voltage Current <Kg> <mm> Pmax <W> Vmp <V> Imp <A> <A> Voc <V> Isc <A> CS3Y-470MS 43.8 10.74 52.5 11.47 CS3Y-475MS 44.0...
  • Page 33 | 33 Open Short Maximum Operating Operating Max. Series Overall Circuit Circuit Weight power voltage current Fuse Rating Model Type Dimensions Voltage Current <Kg> <mm> Pmax <W> Vmp <V> Imp <A> <A> Voc <V> Isc <A> CS7N-650MS 37.9 17.16 45.0 18.39 CS7N-655MS 38.1...

  • Page 34: Annex B: Guidance On Module Temperature For Several Locations

    | 34 ANNEX B: GUIDANCE ON MODULE TEMPERATURE FOR SEVERAL LOCATIONS  The operational temperature of a PV module changes  The operational module temperature is influenced by during the day and also from day to day throughout the the environmental temperature but also by how the year.

  • Page 35: Annex C: Installations Using Module Level Power Electronics

    | 35 ANNEX C: INSTALLATIONS USING MODULE LEVEL POWER ELECTRONICS  This section is applicable to all Canadian Solar standard  When choosing to mount the MLPE device to the module types referred to in this installation manual. module frame, follow the MLPE supplier instructions to ensure optimal mounting of the MLPE device and ...

  • Page 36: Amended Editions And Dates

    | 36 AMENDED EDITIONS AND DATES Rev 1.6 was amended and released on Apr, 2019  Rev 1.7 was amended and released on May, 2019  Rev 1.8 was amended and released on Sep, 2019  Rev 1.9 was amended and released on Oct, 2019 ...

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