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First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Plus Bifacial
Modules | USER GUIDE
MPD-00895-06-G
Not intended for residential use in USA or rooftop applications, including commercial and industrial

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  • Page 1 Global REV 2.4 Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Plus Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE MPD-00895-06-G Not intended for residential use in USA or rooftop applications, including commercial and industrial...
  • Page 2 Information furnished by First Solar is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by First Solar or its subsidiaries for its use; nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties, which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of First Solar or its subsidiaries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR ii of 27 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SAFETY REGULATORY COMPLIANCE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION & RATINGS 4.1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION & RATINGS 4.2 WIRING SYSTEM DERATING FACTORS HANDLING &...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 of 27 INTRODUCTION This document provides information on First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Plus Bifacial modules for system designers, installers, and maintenance personnel. Modules are intended to be used only by qualified professionals. Modules in the USA are intended to be used exclusively in utility-scale markets.

  • Page 5: Safety

    All instructions and safety information should be read and understood before attempting to handle, install, or electrically connect First Solar modules. Failure to follow safety, installation, and handling instructions may result in injury. Only qualified personnel should install, operate, or maintain PV modules or systems. PV modules or systems are not intended to be used in USA residential settings (Residential settings shall mean and refer to any building or structure intended for human habitation).
  • Page 6 Incorporate measures to protect modules against RCOL for connections of parallel strings. ► Modules damaged because of system-induced RCOL are not covered under the First Solar Module Warranty. Module warranty eligibility is not affected by the presence, absence, or type of reverse current protection used in a system design.

  • Page 7: Regulatory Compliance

    It is the responsibility of the installer and/or system integrator to ensure compliance with all local structural and electrical codes, which may be applicable to the installation and use of First Solar Series 6 Plus modules. For systems installed in North America, First Solar Series 6 Plus modules are Listed by a Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) to UL 61730, the standard for Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels.

  • Page 8: Product Identification & Ratings

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 5 of 27 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION & RATINGS 4.1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION & RATINGS Each module is equipped with a product label on the back and laser-etched identification on the front glass.
  • Page 9 Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 6 of 27 445.0 185.7 2.40 220.4 2.56 BNPI - 15% 454.0 185.7 2.45 220.4 2.61 BNPI – 20% 457.0 185.7 2.46 220.4 2.63...

  • Page 10: Wiring System Derating Factors

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 7 of 27 4.2 WIRING SYSTEM DERATING FACTORS Under normal operation, a PV module may experience conditions that produce higher current and/or voltage than reported at STC.

  • Page 11: Handling & Storage

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 8 of 27 HANDLING & STORAGE Packs are heavy and must be transported in a safe manner. • Only authorized forklift drivers should operate a forklift to move module packs.

  • Page 12: On-Site Storage

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 9 of 27 • Failure to meet fork engagement lengths may cause damage to the modules or pack. CAUTION Make sure lifting equipment meets specifications based on the dimensions and weight of the pack.
  • Page 13 Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 10 of 27 Corner Slot Figure 3: Corner Slot on Long Edge Frame, Isometric View Figure 4: Long Edge Frame Detail FIRST SOLAR, INC. | MPD-00895-06-G REV 2.4...

  • Page 14: Mechanical Specifications

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 11 of 27 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 3: Series 6 Plus Module Mechanical Specifications Plus Series 6 SPECIFICATION Plus Series 6 Bifacial Module Weight 34.0 kg +1.5/-2.5 kg (75 lbs +3.3/-5.5 lbs)

  • Page 15: Installation & Mounting

    First Solar is not responsible for bonding failure, breakage, damage, wear, corrosion, or module performance issues that are deemed to be caused by design or installation practices that do not comply with this User Guide.

  • Page 16: Mounting Locations & Load Ratings

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 13 of 27 7.2 MOUNTING LOCATIONS & LOAD RATINGS The interface of the mounting structure to the module frame must meet the technical requirements specified in this User Guide.
  • Page 17 SpeedSlot clamps. Other mounting solutions not discussed in this User Guide (Such as - asymmetric mounting, higher load ratings, alternative clamp geometry, etc.) may be permitted, but require evaluation by First Solar (technicalsupport@firstsolar.com). First Solar reserves the right to reasonable access to validate proper installation.

  • Page 18: Top Mounting

    Figure 6. Module clamps may not continuously span the top of the frame across the midpoint of the long edge frame (to allow for module deflection). Clamps that do not meet the minimum requirements may not preserve module certifications or warranty and must be evaluated by First Solar (technicalsupport@firstsolar.com).

  • Page 19: Speedslot Mounting

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 16 of 27 7.4 SPEEDSLOT MOUNTING The Series 6 Plus module frames include eight SpeedSlot mounting holes on each side. SpeedSlot clamps must either extend 10 mm (0.39 in) beyond the inner edge of the frame, or have a retention feature to prevent module frame dislodgement under load.

  • Page 20: Module Orientation

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 17 of 27 7.5 MODULE ORIENTATION PV performance modeling software, such as PlantPredict software by Terabase Energy, Inc. (http://www.plantpredict.com), should be used to determine the optimum orientation and tilt angle for each location.

  • Page 21: Wire Management

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 18 of 27 7.7 WIRE MANAGEMENT All wire management shall comply with the applicable NEC/IEC codes and standards for maintaining and managing wires, as well as any applicable local requirements determined by local authorities having jurisdiction.
  • Page 22 Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 19 of 27 Figure 12: Frame Wire Management Hole Locations The above-ground DC cabling (typically a bundle of harnesses and PV array cables) may be supported by the wire management holes located on the Series 6 Plus module edge frames.

  • Page 23: Electrical Interconnection

    S1M). Module-to-module and module-to-harness interconnection must utilize the same manufacturer and type of connectors. First Solar cannot guarantee that connectors from different manufacturers or type of connectors will be mateable. Any damage to the module resulting from any such interconnection will not be covered by the First Solar module warranty.

  • Page 24: Inverter Compatibility

    Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 21 of 27 Wiring harnesses are recommended in system designs. The shorter string size and low string current of Series 6 Plus modules make it possible to connect multiple strings together in parallel and return a single pair of DC cables to the combiner box or string inverter.

  • Page 25: Grounding Method

    Functional grounding of one current carrying pole ► First Solar recommends Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Plus Bifacial modules be used in negative- grounded systems. Modules must not be subjected to negative voltage bias conditions that can occur in voltage floating or bi-polar systems (subjecting modules to conditions that could drive potential induced degradation).
  • Page 26 Plus Plus First Solar Series 6 Plus and Series 6 Bifacial Modules | USER GUIDE FIRST SOLAR 23 of 27 requirements in UL 61730, may be used for grounding connections in accordance with the instructions provided with the module. In order to provide a reliable grounding connection to the module frame, the following hardware or...

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Varying snow conditions may be cleared from the modules when using dry cloths or mops. Other snow clearing methods, such as blowers, may be used depending on snow conditions and if approved by First Solar. To prevent pile up and overload, periodically clearing snow from the bottom modules first in an array is a critical process.

  • Page 28: Module Cleaning Guidance

    First Solar does not warrant against breakage, damage, wear, or module Important performance issues that are determined to be caused by module cleaning.

  • Page 29: Module Disposal

    Cleaning solutions vary in design and size and can affect the load dispersed onto the modules. First Solar recommends no more than 40.8 kg (90 lb) per module that is evenly distributed while cleaning. Specific contact points (wheels or belts) can affect the load and pressure placed on the modules.

  • Page 30: Revision History

    Pack Handling section has been updated. 04/29/2024 First Solar, the First Solar logo, and Series 6 are trademarks of First Solar, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Series 6 Plus, Series 6 Plus Bifacial, and SpeedSlot are trademarks of First Solar, Inc.

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