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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

    Toutes les instructions devront être lues et This manual is only valid for the standard module types comprises avant de procéder à l’installation, CS1V-MS, CS1VL-MS, CS1U-MS, CS1H-MS, CS1Y-MS, CS3U- le câblage, l’exploitation et/ou l’entretien des panneaux. P, CS3K-P, CS3W-P, CS3L-P, CS3W-MS, CS3L-MS, CS3LA-MS,...

  • 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

    Table 1: Low temperature correction factors for open- pallets of modules packaged in landscape orientation, circuit voltage stacking of no more than two layers is allowed, for pallets of modules packaged in portrait orientation, Lowest Expected Ambient Correction Factor Temperature (°C/°F) stacking is not allowed.

  • Page 6: Module Installation

    Do not leave modules unsupported or unsecured.  Do not change the wiring of bypass diodes.   Keep all electrical contacts clean and dry at all times. Do not expose the modules and its electrical contacts  to any unauthorized chemical substance (e.g. oil, lubricant, pesticide, etc.).
  • Page 7  Photovoltaic systems composed of UL 61730 certified worldwide locations. modules mounted on a UL 2703 certified mounting  Please consult the Canadian Solar technical support system should be evaluated in combination with roof department for more information on the use of coverings in accordance with UL 61730 standard, with modules in special climates, such as an altitude greater respect to meeting the same fire classification as the...
  • Page 8 To connect in parallel, connect the cables from the specific installation site. The highest yields are achieved positive terminal of one module to the positive terminal when sunlight shines perpendicularly onto the PV on the next module. modules.  The quantity of bypass diodes in the module’s junction AVOID SHADING box provided may vary depending on the model series.

  • Page 9: Module Wiring

    including on the shortest day of the year.  Cable management scheme should be reviewed and approved by the EPC contractor; in particular required cable lengths should be cross-checked considering the specificities of the tracker structure like bearing house gaps. If longer cable or additional jumper cables are requested, please contact Canadian Solar’s sales representative in advance.
  • Page 10 | 10 CS7N-MS, CS7L-MS, CS7L-MS-R Portrait one row installation Landscape installation Note: Adjacent two modules (left to right) need to be rotated 180 degrees CS3U-P, CS3K-P, CS3W-P, CS3W-MS, CS3L-P, CS3L-MS, CS3LA-MS, CS3LB-MS CS3Y-P, CS3Y-MS, Leap-frog CS3N-MS, CS3SA-MS, CS6W-MS EN-Rev IM/GN-AM-EU/2.81 Copyright © December, 2021. CSI Solar Co., Ltd. www.csisolar.com...
  • Page 11 Table 3: System Cable Scheme for CS1V/CS1VL/CS1H/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 12: Grounding

    | 12 CORRECT CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS them inside a metallic raceway like EMT conduit). Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.  Make sure that all connections are safe and properly mated. The PV connector should not be subject to stress  A minimum bending radius of 60 mm (2.36 in) is from the exterior.

  • Page 13: Mounting Instructions

    | 13  The grounding method described below recommended by Canadian Solar. GROUNDING METHOD: BOLT + TOOTHED NUT + CUP WASHER. To fix the wire between the Then tighten the bolt flat washer and cup washer, using the toothed nut. place washer (concave side up) between...

  • Page 14: Mounting Method: Bolting

    | 14 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 15 | 15 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 16: Mounting Method: Clamping

    | 16 6.2 MOUNTING METHOD: CLAMPING b) 40 mm (1.57 in) when uplift load ≤ 2400 Pa is required.  The mechanical load test with these mounting methods 6. Ensure the clamp thickness is at least 3 mm (0.12 in). were performed according to IEC 61215.
  • Page 17 | 17 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 18 | 18 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 +2000/-2000...
  • Page 19 | 19 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 20 | 20 6.2.6 Four clamp mounting on short side of frame. Max Mechanical Load (Pa) Module Types +1000/-1000 +1200/-1200 +2000/-2000 +2200/-2200 +2400/-2400 A2 Range (mm) CS1VL/CS1HA 0-250 CS1V 0-210 CS3K 0-200 200-250 CS3L 0-200 200-250 CS3W 0-200 200-250 CS3N 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 21 | 21 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 22 | 22 32 inches (0.81 m) 10.7 inches (0.27 m) 3600 Pa 3600 Pa 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)

  • Page 23: Insertion Systems

    | 23 6.3 INSERTION SYSTEMS 1. Do not bend the module frame. 2. Do not touch the front glass or cast shadow onto it.  This mounting method has been certified by VDE and CSA, or qualified by Canadian Solar. 3.

  • Page 24: Mounting Methods With Single-Axis Tracker

    | 24 6.4 MOUNTING METHODS WITH SINGLE-AXIS TRACKER  The bolts, washers and clamps used in this section should follow the requirements in 6.1 and 6.2.  Under any conditions the junction box should not become in contact with the subjacent racking structure except for the torque tube under high loading.
  • Page 25 | 25 Tracker 2P Bolting method 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 26: Maintenance

    | 26 7.0 MAINTENANCE loose connections.  The voltage and current present in an array during Do not make modifications to any component of the PV  daylight hours are sufficient to cause a lethal electrical module (diode, junction box, connectors or others). shock.
  • Page 27 | 27  Dirt must never be scraped or rubbed away when dry, as this will cause micro-scratches on the glass surface. OPERATION PREPARATION  Noticeable dirt must be rubbed away by gentle cleaning implement (soft cloth, sponge or brush with soft bristles).

  • Page 28: Annex A: Mechanical And Electrical Ratings

    | 28 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 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> CS3K-285P 31.4 9.08 38.1 9.56 CS3K-290P 32.3...
  • 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> CS1K-330MS 36.0 9.18 43.5 9.65 CS1K-335MS 36.2...
  • 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> CS3W-415P 39.3 10.56 47.8 11.14 CS3W-420P 39.5...
  • 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> CS3L-365MS 33.9 10.78 40.6 11.47 CS3L-370MS 34.1...
  • 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> CS3Y-470MS 43.8 10.74 52.5 11.47 CS3Y-475MS 44.0...
  • Page 34 | 34 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 35: Annex B: Guidance On Module Temperature For Several Locations

    | 35 ANNEX B: GUIDANCE ON MODULE TEMPERATURE FOR SEVERAL LOCATIONS  The operational temperature of a PV module changes module is installed (e.g. mounting distance to rooftop, during the day and also from day to day throughout the array size, array spacing and anti-nesting features), as year.

  • Page 36: Annex C: Installations Using Module Level Power Electronics

    | 36 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 37: Annex D: Coastal Area Anti-Corrosion Installation Guidelines

    | 37 ANNEX D: COASTAL AREA ANTI-CORROSION INSTALLATION GUIDELINES D.1.0: GENERAL INFORMATION  Please read this annex carefully and strictly follow any relevant instructions prior to installing Canadian Solar  According to the specific conditions stipulated in the modules in coastal areas. Failure to follow these Canadian Solar installation manual and general instructions and other general anti-corrosion principles warranty statement, Canadian Solar PV modules are...
  • Page 38 | 38 D.2.1: GENERAL ANTI-CORROSION METHODS metals or metals with a similar electrochemical potential. The metal’s coating also should be taken into  Do not scratch or break the corrosion-resistant coating account. There may be a big difference between the modules mounting systems...
  • Page 39 | 39 Clean the grounding components and make sure that they are dry and clean. The coating must cover all of the grounding components and junction areas of the module frame or mounting General system. Please refer to the figure below for more details. requirements The coating should be applied in a dry atmosphere (at least 24 hours) under the following conditions: relative humidity RH≤75%, ambient temperature T>5°C.
  • Page 40 | 40 relevant approvals and learn of any site, installation and D.5.0: LIMITATION OF LIABILITY inspection requirements.  Canadian Solar shall not be held responsible for  All instructions contained within this standard module damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, bodily harm, injury and damage to property as a result installation manual should be followed.

  • Page 41: Amended Editions And Dates

    | 41 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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