CIRCUTOR S�A�U� reserves the right to make modifications to the device or the unit specifications set out in this instruction manual without prior notice. CIRCUTOR S�A�U� on its web site, supplies its customers with the latest versions of the device specifi- cations and the most updated manuals.
PVT4 REVISION LOG Table 1: Revision log� Date Revision Description 12/23 M422A01-03-23A Initial version Note: The images of the devices are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the original device. Installation Guide...
10 year Warranty for defects in materials or manufacturing flaws CIRCUTOR hereby guarantees, for a period of 10 years, from the date of delivery to the buyer, that its canopies are free of any defect in their materials or manufacture that hinder their normal operation under proper conditions of usage, installation and maintenance.
PVT4 2.- DESCRIPTION OF THE CANOPY All canopy models are configured from a single type of portico with S275 steel IPE profiles. It consists of an IPE360 column and an IPE270 profile beam inclined 7º to the horizontal. The cold- rolled steel C-profile purlins are fixed to the inclined beam.
Only the assembly of original parts and components supplied by CIRCUTOR is allowed. CIRCUTOR will not be held liable for any unauthorised modification to the canopy, once the same has been put into service.
PVT4 4.- APPLIED REGULATIONS The following regulations have been applied: UNE-EN_1991-1-4 : 2007 Eurocode 1: Actions on structures - Part 1-4: General actions - Wind actions. UNE-EN 1990 : 2003 Eurocode - Basis of structural design. UNE-EN_1993-1-1 : 2008 Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures - Part 1-1: General rules and rules for buildings CTE Código Técnico de la Edificación RD 314 / 2006...
PVT4 5.- CONFIGURATION OF THE STRUCTURE Option 1: With two porticos separated by 5.0 m and the belts projecting from the sides by 2.50 m. Option 2: With four or more porticos, the internal sections separated by 7.50 m, and the external sections by 5.0 m, with the belts projecting from the sides by 2.50 m.
PVT4 7.- PREPARING THE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION STANDARD INSTALLATION - CONNECTIONS IN START FOOT Lowering the strings (DC wiring) down a start foot. Figure 6: Standard installation� MAJOR INSTALLATION - CONNECTIONS IN CENTRAL FOOT AND START FOOT Lowering the strings (DC wiring) down the start and central foot. With 8 or more PV strings, the cabling should be brought down different feet.
PVT4 8.- FOOTING GUIDE 8�1�- PREPARING THE FOOTING 10º max 300 mm. max 7500 7500 LEAVE CABLES IN PLACE SPLICE BOX PROVIDE A LENGTH OF TUBES OF APPROXIMATELY 6m FROM THE VALVE JUNCTION UNTIL THEY HOLE IN THE BEAMS, FOR THE LOWERING OF STRINGS (DC WIRING) Figure 8: Preparing the footing�...
PVT4 10.- USAGE AND MAINTENANCE 10�1 - INSTALLATION Before the assembly of the canopies, the technical management of the works or the engineering company that carries out the installation project must draft a technical project in which the housings (foundations, footings, support structure, etc.) are sized accordingly with the resulting stressed exerted on the canopy due to wind and snow indicated by the regulations applicable to the specific location of the canopy.
PVT4 the height of the canopy above the grade to more than 3 m in height at the centre point of the roofing, a special study will be required owing to the modification of the pressure and suction coefficients considered in the calculation.
PVT4 - Visually reviewed points. - Damages in the visually reviewed points. - Points reviewed using gauge key. - Points that have been retightened due to tension slipping. - If protective paintwork has been added. - Remarks. Maintenance work must be carried out with sufficient trained personnel who are qualified to complete these tasks.
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PVT4 • In all cases where it is noted or suspected that the structure may have some damage, regardless of the cause. Installation Guide...
PVT4 11.- MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL SERVICE In the case of any query in relation to device operation or malfunction, please contact the CIRCUTOR S�A�U� Technical Support Service. Technical Assistance Service Vial Sant Jordi, s/n, 08232 - Viladecavalls (Barcelona) Tel: 902 449 459 (Spain) / +34 937 452 919 (outside of Spain) email: sat@circutor.com...
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