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NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD.
Installation Manual of Solar Module
Version Number：UL202401
Note: Electrical and mechanical installation information will be introduced in this installation manual, so
please read and understand the information before installing Ulica's modules. The Buyer shall not change
the installation method by their own, any simplified installation method or different from this installation
manual shall be checked with and confirmed by the Seller, otherwise the Seller will not be responsible for
any quality issues caused by the unauthorized installation method.
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  • Page 1 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Installation Manual of Solar Module Version Number：UL202401 Note: Electrical and mechanical installation information will be introduced in this installation manual, so please read and understand the information before installing Ulica’s modules. The Buyer shall not change...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Table of Contents Introduction ..............................- 3 - 2. Laws and Regulation ..........................- 3 - 3. General Information ..........................- 3 - 3.1 Modules Identification ........................- 3 - 3.2 Junction Box Style and Wiring Method ..................- 5 - 3.3 Regular Safety ..........................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Introduction Electrical and mechanical installation information will be introduced in this installation manual, so please read and understand the information before installing Ulica’s modules. In addition, this manual also contains some safety information that you shall be familiar with. All contents in this manual are intellectual properties of Ulica which originates from long term of technical exploration and experience accumulation of Ulica.
  • Page 4 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Figure 1 Regular modules Mechanical drawing Figure 2 Regular Modules Mechanical Drawing - 4 - www.ulicasolar.com...

  • Page 5: Junction Box Style And Wiring Method

    Figure 3 Junction Box Style and Wiring Method 3.3 Regular Safety 3.3.1 The application level of Ulica Solar module is ClassⅡ, which can be used in systems operating at > 50 V DC or >240 W, where general contact access is anticipated;...

  • Page 6: Electrical Performance Safety

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. 3.3.11 They are designed for outdoor use. Modules can be ground mounted, vehicles or boats. The proper design of support structures lies within the responsibility of the system designers and installers. 3.3.12 When installing the system, abide to all local, regional and national statutory regulations. Obtain a building permit if necessary.

  • Page 7: Fire Safety

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. (3) Do not exceed the indicated maximum layer limit on the packaging carton when piling modules up. (4) Put packaging carton in the ventilated, water-proof and dry places before unpacking modules. (5) Follow unpacking instructions when Opening packaging carton.

  • Page 8: Unload/Transportion/Storage

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. package is fixed with packing straps securely to the shipping platform without movement. 3.7.9 Transport: Do not Stack more than two layers on truck. 3.7.10 Only one layer stacking is only allowed for small truck. Make sure that the package is fixed with packing straps securely to the shipping platform without movement.

  • Page 9: Unloading

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. 4.1Unloading Upon arrival of the modules, please check the packaging box is in good condition, and check whether the module type and quantity on the outer packaging are consistent with the delivery order, if anything is wrong, please contact Trina Solar logistics and sales staff immediately.
  • Page 10 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Vertical portrait package (long-side vertically placed), the forklift must be operated from the long side of the pallet (forks enter slowly into the pallet from the long side). Do not collide with the module. Both sides of the beam shall contact with the package at the same time.

  • Page 11: Secondary Transportation

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Place the module package smoothly on the ground, untie the safety rope after the confirmation of no risk of tilting. Exit the forklift slowly. 4.2 Secondary Transportation The packaged modules can be transported by land, sea or air. During transportation, make sure that the package is fixed with packing belts securely on the shipping platform without any movement.

  • Page 12: Storage

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. modules need to be fixed and secured to the center of the pallet for utility packaging (the following figure to the left) or on the side for distribution packaging (the following figure to the right), and fixed with inner packing belts (2100N force recommended).

  • Page 13: Unpacking Introduction

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. collapse, should choose a hard ground or a higher ground with flat surface to ensure the module packages not collapsing and tilting for long-term storage. In rainy weather, please fully cover the modules and pallets with a rain protection and take moisture-proof measures on pallets and cartons to prevent collapse and moisture ingress.

  • Page 14: Unpacking Steps

    6 class wind (the modules should be less than 12 pieces). For matters regarding the unpacking stand supporter, please contact Ulica Solar sales. In windy weather, it is recommended not to carry the modules, and the unpacked modules should be properly secured.
  • Page 15 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Step1 Step2 Step3 Step4 Step5 Step6 - 15 - www.ulicasolar.com...
  • Page 16 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Step7 Step8 Unpacking steps as below: Step1 Remove the wrapping film and packing belts. Step2 Remove the top cover and sealing tape. Step3 Remove the carton box. Step4 Place the stand supporter from the glass or backsheet side.

  • Page 17: Installation Conditions

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Step3 Step4 Step1 Step1 Remove the wrapping film and packing belts Step2 Remove the top cover and sealing tape. Step3 Place the stand supporter that is higher or wider than themodule in order to avoid hitting and damaging the glass.

  • Page 18: Selection Of Tilt Angles

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. (12) Ulica modules passed the IEC61701 salt spray corrosion test, but the corrosion may still occur on where the modules frame is connected to the bracket or where the grounding is connected. In case Ulica modules are installed 50m –500m away from the ocean side, stainless steel or aluminum materials are need...

  • Page 19: Mechanical Installation

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. 7. Mechanical Installation 7.1 Regular Requirements (1)Make sure that module installation mode and bracket system can meet the expected load, which is requisite assurance that the bracket installer must provide. Installation bracket system shall be tested and inspected by the third party testing institution with static mechanical analysis capacity in accordance with local national standards or international standards.
  • Page 20 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Figure 6 Schematic diagram1 of monofacial bodule with bolt Installation 1. Aluminum alloy frame 2. M8 stainless bolt 3. Flat stainless washer 4. Spring stainless washe 5HEX stainless nut Figure7 Schematic diagram2 of monofacial module with bolt Installation...
  • Page 21 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Make sure no shadowing effect of the fixture. The drain hole cannot be blocked by the fixture. For framed PV module, the clamp must maintain an overlap of 8-11 mm with the frame of the module (you can change the cross section of the clamp if the module is securely installed).
  • Page 22 ≤2400Pa Table 4 Down force load and Uplift load with different Installation mode The following installation methods and mechanical loads have been verified by the Ulica Solar’s Laboratory for PV Science and Technology. The following installation methods is Simple installation mode, these installation mode are not Ulica’s recommended installation method.
  • Page 23 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. slight bending and sagging of the aluminum frame due to the large span of the modules. Customers who are concerned about this phenomenon are prohibited from using this installation method. Add a guide rail in the middle of the long edge of the component, so that the middle of the component does not sag significantly.
  • Page 24 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Use 4 clamps on the long side. No mounting rails （fixture length≥ Use 6 clamps on the long side. No mounting rails （fixture 40mm , A=1/4L±50mm） length≥ 40mm , A=1/4L±50mm ,B = (0 - 50) mm ）...

  • Page 25: Bifacial Module Mechanical Installation

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Down force load ≤3600Pa, Uplift load ≤2400Pa Down force load ≤2400Pa, Uplift load ≤1800Pa UL-xxx M-108（191.6） Down force load ≤3600Pa, Uplift load ≤2400Pa Down force load ≤2400Pa, Uplift load ≤1800Pa UL-xxx M-144（166） Down force load ≤3600Pa, Uplift load ≤2400Pa Down force load ≤2400Pa, Uplift load ≤1800Pa...
  • Page 26 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Figure 10 Bolt Installation of Bifacial Module Figure 11 Sketch Map of Installation of Bifacial Module Recommended accessories are as below : Table 4 Recommended accessories for installation of Bifacial Module Suggestion : （1）M8 bolt tightening torque range: 14N•m-18N•m; M6 bolt tightening torque range: 8N•m-12N•m;...
  • Page 27 NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. The drain hole cannot be blocked by the clamp. For framed PV module,the clamp must maintain an overlap of at least 8 mm but no more than 11 mm with the frame of the module (you can change the cross section of the fixture if the module is securely installed).For frameless PV module,the clamp must maintain an...

  • Page 28: Electrical Installation

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. Load capacities of framed Bifacial Double-Glass modules: Installation with bolts Installation with fixtures Installation Installation of framed module Installation of framed module Method Installation with bolts into 4 Installation with bolts into 4 with fixtures on long side.

  • Page 29: Cables And Wiring

    Ulica solar ). 8.4 Bypass diode Ulica solar module junction box contains bypass diode which is in parallel connection with the cell string. If hot spot occurred, the diode will come into operation to stop the main current from flowing through the hot spot cells in order to prevent module over-heated and performance loss.

  • Page 30: Pid

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. If the diode is definite or suspected to be defective, the installer or system maintenance supplier shall contact Ulica. Please do not try to open the module junction box on your own. 8.5 PID Protection and Inverter Compatibility.

  • Page 31: Operation And Maintenance

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. ◆ Put the tooth side of the washer on the other side and fasten the nuts. ◆ Put grounding wires through the grounding clamp and grounding wire material and dimension shall meet requirements in local national and regional law and regulations.

  • Page 32: Module Appearance Inspection

    NINGBO ULICA SOLAR CO., LTD. temperature. In order to avoid potential risk of electrical shock, do not try to clean the modules with glass damage or expose wires. 10.2 Module Appearance Inspection Check module cosmetic defects with naked eyes, especially: (1) Module glass cracks.

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