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  • Page 1 Installation Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1.0 Summary ........................1 1.1 Disclaimer ......................1 1.2 Responsibility ....................1 1.3 Copyright and Trademark Information ............2 1.4 Warranty Warnings ................... 2 1.5 For Further Information ................... 2 2.0 Safety precautions ....................3 3.0 Mechanical / electrical properties ................5 4.0 Storage and unpacking .....................
  • Page 3 6.6.2 Cleaning the roof surface ..............25 6.6.3 Positioning and releasing the line ............26 6.6.4 Gluing ....................27 6.6.5 Laying modules ................... 30 6.7 Flat Roof Aluminum Tube Construction Plan ..........33 6.7.1 Supporting material ................33 6.7.2 Cleaning the roof surface ..............33 6.7.3 Positioning ..................
  • Page 4 Annex B ........................56 Cleaning agent ..................... 56 Annex C ........................57 Gluing operation specification ................57 1. Gluing nozzle cutting ................57 2. Electric glue gun adjustment ..............58 3. Gluing parameters ................... 59 4. Structural adhesive form ................. 60 Annex D ........................

  • Page 5: Summary

    This manual is for installation guidance only and does not constitute any form of warranty, whether explicitly stated or implied. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 6: Copyright And Trademark Information

    1.5 For Further Information For additional technical support documentation, please visit the Support page of the SUNMAN website at ‘www.sunman-energy.com’. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    ◼ If the module surface is damaged or worn, direct contact with the surface of the module may result in electric shock. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 8 ◼ Do not artificially condense light on modules. ◼ Do not connect or disconnect modules when there is current in the module or external current. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 9: Mechanical / Electrical Properties

    STC should be multiplied by 1.25. Please check with your local rules and regulations. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 10: Storage And Unpacking

    Do not apply excessive loads on the modules or twist the modules. ◼ Do not carry the modules by the wires or junction boxes of the modules. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 11 This bar code is inserted prior to lamination. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 12 ◼ There is a nameplate, which shows the model number, main electrical properties, safety specifications and certification indicator, on the back of each module. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 13: Installation

    ◼ Failure to follow the above precautions, SunMan Warranty will be voided. Installation requirements ◼ Ensure the modules meet the overall technical requirements of the system. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 14 Optimal orientation and inclination © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B...

  • Page 15: Module Wiring

    ◼ In accordance with local fire, building, and electrical regulations, it is essential to use specialized solar cables and connectors of the same brand and model as © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 16: Grounding

    Please reference to local standards. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 17: Installation Instructions

    Silicone sealant (glue), cleaning tool, tape measure, thread release tool, etc. ◼ Silicone sealant (glue) ◼ Glue gun ◼ Cleaning tool © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page13 / 65...

  • Page 18: Unpacking, Handling And Checking Precautions

    ◼ Be careful while carrying the modules. Avoid hitting the modules on the © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 19: Construction Precautions

    It is prohibited for the bonding lines to be parallel to the long side of the module regardless of number. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 20: Precautions And Tips For Gluing Modules

    (This table is provided solely as a reference for the curing time of Tonsan 1527 adhesive. The specific curing time is subject to the information of the glue manufacturer) © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 21: Trapezoidal Metal Roof Construction Plan

    1/4 cup of trisodium phosphate, 1/2 cup of liquid cleaner and 5 gallons of water for cleaning. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 22: Positioning And Releasing The Line

    ◼ Design consideration : Panels should not be placed where it will be subject to the roofs thermal expansion and contraction and other movement. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 23: Gluing

    ◼ The application of the adhesive on the roof sheet peak should be a continuous and even movement preferable from a caulking gun. Please refer to the adhesive manufacturer’s installation manual. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 24 ◼ The glue length L2 is the same at the width of PV panel，distance between glue L1 should be less than 520mm，If module hanging part is above 50mm, use aluminum tube. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 25 ◼ If there are joints in the aluminum tube, they should be positioned between modules. Single module must not overlap the joints of the aluminum tube. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 26: Laying Modules

    ◼ Place the junction box on the maintenance walkway side for easy string wiring and maintenance inspection. ◼ Follow the steps above to install the other modules. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 27 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page23 / 65...
  • Page 28 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page24 / 65...

  • Page 29: Standing Seam Metal Roof Construction Plan

    1/4 cup of trisodium phosphate, 1/2 cup of liquid cleaner and 5 gallons of water for cleaning. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 30: Positioning And Releasing The Line

    ◼ If there are joints present from the ridge of the corrugated metal roof to the eaves, the seams must be positioned between modules rather than © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 31: Gluing

    ◼ The glue length L2 is the same at the width of PV panel，L3 is the length of PV panel. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 32 ◼ Glue evenly on the tube surface. SMF430F-12X12UW Aluminum tube layout © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page28 / 65...
  • Page 33 ◼ If there are joints in the aluminum tube, they should be positioned between modules. Single module must not overlap the joints of the aluminum tube. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 34: Laying Modules

    ◼ Follow the steps above to install the other modules. The following diagram shows SMF520J-12X12UW. Following this procedure, SMF430F-12X12UW can also be constructed in the same way. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 35 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page31 / 65...
  • Page 36 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page32 / 65...

  • Page 37: Flat Roof Aluminum Tube Construction Plan

    Optionally, use a mixture of 1/4 cup of trisodium phosphate, 1/2 cup of liquid cleaner and 5 gallons of water for cleaning. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 38: Positioning

    ◼ Determine the gluing area of the modules after the roof cleaning (refer to the design drawing for specific dimensions); © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 39: Apply Activator For Pvc Tube (Ignore This Step For The Aluminum Tube)

    ◼ Glue the silicone sealant continuously and uniformly in the glue area. It is strictly prohibited to apply adhesive in a dotted or segmented manner. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 40 ◼ Paste the tube along the gluing path and lightly compress. Ensure the bead height is not less than 3mm © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 41: Laying Modules

    ◼ Making Glue continuously and uniformly on the tube followed the Precautions and Tips for Gluing Modules. It is strictly prohibited to apply adhesive in a dotted or segmented manner. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 42 ◼ Follow the steps above to install the other modules. The following diagram shows SMF520J-12X12UW. Following this procedure, SMF430F-12X12UW can also be constructed in the same way. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 43 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page39 / 65...
  • Page 44 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page40 / 65...
  • Page 45 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page41 / 65...
  • Page 46 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page42 / 65...

  • Page 47: Joint Of Tubes

    ◼ If there are joints in the aluminum tube or PVC tube, they should be positioned between modules. Single module must not overlap the joints of the aluminum tube or PVC tube. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 48 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page44 / 65...

  • Page 49: Clamps And Rails Construction Plan

    ◼ Install no fewer than 3 sets of clamps on a single rail. ◼ Secure the clamps in position along the baseline and tighten the nuts. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 50: Install The Rail

    If all nuts are installed in the same direction, the efficiency in the disassembly and reinstallation process will be lower. 基线 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 51: Specific Details Of Rail Installation

    ◼ The length of the SMF430F-12X12UW module is 2054mm, with no fewer than 5 rails installed per module. The rails are evenly spaced with 501mm between each rail. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...
  • Page 52 ◼ The length of the SMF520J-12X12UW module is 2246mm, with no fewer than 6 rails installed per module. The rails are evenly spaced with 439mm between each rail." © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 53: Apply The Glue

    As shown in the diagram below: © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 54: Laying Modules

    ◼ Install the modules sequentially, with two modules forming one group. As shown in the diagram below: © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 55: The Width Of The Central Aisle

    ◼ Leave a gap of L7 ≥ 20mm between the inner sides of two modules, as shown in the diagram below. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 56: Precautions For Installing Adjacent Rails

    5mm (L8 > 5mm). ＞5mm Note: This diagram is only applicable to 500-type standing seam metal roof. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 57: Wiring And Testing

    PV system design engineer or integrator for help in obtaining building permits, inspections, and approvals from your local power company's department. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    Check for signs of aging of PV modules, including possible rodent damage, weathering, and whether all connectors are tightly connected or corroded. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 59: Annex A

    Module size Series SMF430F-12X12UW 42.0 10.24 49.8 10.74 2054*1084*2 SMF520J-12X12UW 42.3 12.31 49.5 13.56 2246*1197*2 © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page55 / 65...

  • Page 60: Annex B

    Color metal tile, glass roof, metal roof 90% isopropanol + 10% water Use the cleaners listed above or those recommended by the roofing material supplier. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 61: Annex C

    Nozzle cutting should be carried out in strict accordance with the following procedures. Standard tool shears (complimentary with adhesive) © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 62: Electric Glue Gun Adjustment

    2. Electric glue gun adjustment Standard glue-out speed: Half turn of the speed knob, see the following figure: © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 63: Gluing Parameters

    Adhesive size and standard dosage: at least 10*5mm; 5 strips/1 module (adhesive along the width of the PV module); 3 strips/1 module (adhesive along the length of the PV module) © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com...

  • Page 64: Structural Adhesive Form

    The correct form of structural adhesive after pasting modules (The specification is subject to the information of the glue manufacturer) © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 65: Annex D

    4. Remove the outer packaging carton 4.1. Box cover retention (handling module auxiliary parts) © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B...
  • Page 66 (do not cut the module) 7. Remove the fixing clip above the module © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B...
  • Page 67 Use a minimum of four foam strands, placed evenly between the stacked modules. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B...
  • Page 68 Module stacking and handling operations are as follows: © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice. www.sunman-energy.com version SMF-2024B page64 / 65...
  • Page 69 Prohibit pulling on junction boxes or cables under any circumstances. When handle the modules, avoid touching the cell area with hands. © 2024 SunMan (Zhenjiang) Company Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications included in this manual are subject to change without notice.

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