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  • Page 1 For professional use only INSTALLATION MANUAL OF PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................. 1 1.1 INSTALLATION MANUAL DISCLAIMER ............................1 1.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ................................. 2 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................2 3 MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................4 4 UNPACKING AND STORAGE ................................4 5 MODULE INSTALLATION ................................... 7 5.1 MODULE WIRING ..................................

  • Page 3: General Information

    performed by qualified professionals. Installers must 1 GENERAL INFORMATION inform end-users (consumers) aforesaid This general manual provides important safety information accordingly. information relating to the installation, maintenance, and The word “module” or “PV module” used in this manual handling of Canadian Solar modules. refers to one or more Canadian Solar modules.

  • Page 4: Limitation Of Liability

    In the event of any inconsistency among different Protective clothing (non-slip gloves, clothes, language versions of this document, the English version etc.) must be worn during installation and shall prevail. Please refer to our product lists and maintenance to prevent direct contact with documents published on our website at www.csisolar.com 30 V or greater, and to protect hands from...
  • Page 5 wear personal protective equipment first and make sure it is safe before disconnecting the inverter and the faulty modules. Do not touch any other parts of the module to avoid electric shock. EN-Rev IM/GN-AU/2.8 Copyright © April, 2025. CSI Solar Co., Ltd. www.csisolar.com...

  • Page 6: Mechanical / Electrical Specifications

    62548: 2023. 3 MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS  Please contact Canadian Solar’s technical support team  Module electrical ratings are measured under Standard for additional information pertaining to engineering Test Conditions (STC) of 1000 W/m2 irradiance, with an optimization and approval of project specific module AM1.5 spectrum, and a cell temperature of 25°C.
  • Page 7 For modules vertically packed (CS7L and CS7N), please anti-tipping structure. Such structure can be built with When unloading module pallets from a the pallets own wooden beams (only applicable for pallets flatbed truck, please use a crane or a packed with wooden beams) or with an unpacking rack, forklift to remove the module pallets.

  • Page 8: Product Identification

    modules. Do not use sharp instruments on the modules. For  single glass modules with polymer backsheets, particular care should be taken to avoid module Unpacking instructions of backsheets being damaged by sharp objects, as Unpacking instructions of pallet with unpacking scratches may directly affect product safety.

  • Page 9: Module Installation

    under the front glass, the other one on the frame) mounting instructions. containing a unique 14 or 16-digit serial number that act  When installing the modules, ensure the assembly is as a unique identifier. mounted over a fire-resistant roof covering rated for A nameplate is also affixed to the rear of each module.

  • Page 10: Installation Requirements

    department for more information on the use of  Only connect the quantity of modules that corresponds modules in special climates, such as an altitude greater to the voltage specifications of the inverters used in the than 2000 m, heavy snow, severe hailstorm, hurricane, system.

  • Page 11: Module Wiring

    installed facing north to receive the optimal sunlight. AVOID SHADING  Modules shall not be permanently shaded (including partial shading, spot shading, even shading or uneven shading) under any circumstances. Permanent shading means cells are continuously shaded for extended periods of time, such as installing modules behind a pipe or a chimney, etc.
  • Page 12 structure particularities e.g. bearing house gaps. If contact your Canadian Solar sales representative. longer cables or additional jumper cables are required,  The cable lengths assume the purlin connecting the please contact Canadian Solar’s sales representative in modules to be no more than 80 mm protruding from advance.
  • Page 13 Table 2: System Cable Scheme Recommended wiring configurations Landscape installation two rows: Note: Adjacent modules in the same row need to be rotated 180 degrees for proper installation. Portrait installation one row: Portrait installation two rows: Note: Modules in adjacent rows need to be rotated 180 degrees for proper installation. Portrait installation in one row Leap-frog 1: EN-Rev IM/GN-AU/2.8 Copyright ©...
  • Page 14 Portrait installation in one row with leapfrog 2: Note: modules adjacent to each other in the same row must be rotated 180 degrees for proper installation. The maximum distance between two adjacent module frames should be within 50 mm (1.96 in) for the side with mounting clamps, and within 25 mm (0.98in) for the side without mounting clamps, in order to meet the system cable scheme.

  • Page 15: Grounding

    easily accumulate.  Canadian Solar uses ribbons to fix cables. End cutting pliers or a similar tool is recommended for cutting the ribbons to avoid any damage to cables. End cutting pliers image USE OF SUITABLE MATERIALS  Only use dedicated solar cable and suitable connectors (wiring should be sheathed in a sunlight-resistant conduit or, if exposed, should itself be sunlight-resistant) that meet local fire, building and electrical regulations.

  • Page 16: Mounting Instructions

     Canadian Solar does not provide grounding hardware. mitigation and for optimal performance. Anti-PID function of inverters is another option. Please consult  Canadian Solar material selection substantially limits your inverter suppliers for more information. potential induced degradation (PID). Should further PID suppression be desired for the project, negative ...
  • Page 17 M8 x 1.25-Grade 8.8 �������� �������� = ��. �� (������������ ������������) × ������������ �������� (5/16”-18 Grade B7) M6 X 1 (1/4”) Bolt galvanized or A2-70 coarse thread stainless steel bolts  It is known that load distribution on the module area is coarse thread bolts.

  • Page 18: Mounting Method: Bolting

    only in single-axis tracker points should be used. The system designer and the installer are responsible for correctly calculating the loads and ensuring that the supporting structure meets all the applicable requirements. Mounting method: Bolting  The laminate of the PV modules will sink downward to varying degrees due to gravity, with the center of module being the maximum deflection position.
  • Page 19 Table 3: Approved bolting methods Inner four holes installation method Middle four holes installation method Outer four holes installation method Inner four holes installation method Middle four holes installation method Outer four holes installation method Installation Method Module Types CS6L-MS CS6R-MS +5400Pa/ CS6RA-MS...
  • Page 20 Installation Method Module Types CS6.1-54TB* (F23 & F73 Frame) +6000Pa/ +3600Pa/ CS6.1-54TD* (F23 & F73 -4000Pa -2400Pa Frame) +5400Pa/ +5400Pa/ CS6.1-54TM-H* -4000Pa -4000Pa +5400Pa/ CS6.1-60TM -2400Pa +5400Pa/ +5400Pa/ CS6.1-60TM-H* -3700Pa -4000Pa +5400Pa/ +4000Pa/ CS6.1-60TB -2400Pa -2400Pa CS6.1-72TB +5400Pa/ +4000Pa/ CS6.1-72TD -2400Pa -2400Pa +5400Pa/...
  • Page 21 Installation Method Module Types CS7N-MB-AG (F46 Frame) CS7L-MB-AG (F46 Frame) +5400Pa/ +2800Pa/ CS7N-TB-AG -2400Pa -2400Pa CS7L-TB-AG +5400Pa/ +3600Pa/ CS6R-H-AG/ -2400Pa -2400Pa Note: The installation method of bolt is based on the experimental results, “/” means not tested. Loads in the table are test loads, please refer to section 6. They are the maximum allowed values, and anything blow these thresholds is acceptable.

  • Page 22: Mounting Method: Clamping

    6.2 MOUNTING METHOD: CLAMPING  The mechanical load test with these mounting methods were performed according to IEC 61215.  Clamping methods will vary and are dependent on the mounting structures. Please follow the mounting Clamps assembly diagram guidelines recommended by the mounting system supplier.
  • Page 23 Table 4: Overlap depth and length in clamp mounting method Minimum overlap Overlap between Dimension type Applies to dimension CS6W, CS6.1-72TB, CS6.1-72TD, CS6.2-66TB, 10 mm (0.4 in) CS7L and CS7N types Depth Module frame and 5 mm (0.2 in) Other module types clamp 80 mm (3.15 in) Uplift load >...
  • Page 24 6.2.1 Clamp mounting on long side of frame and rails perpendicular to the long side frame Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1600/ +1800/ +2000/ +2400/ +3600/ +4000/ +5400/ +5400/ +5400/ +5400/ +7000/ +7000/ Module Types -1600 -1800 -2000 -2400 -2400 -2800 -2400 -3200 -3600...
  • Page 25 Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1600/ +1800/ +2000/ +2400/ +3600/ +4000/ +5400/ +5400/ +5400/ +5400/ +7000/ +7000/ Module Types -1600 -1800 -2000 -2400 -2400 -2800 -2400 -3200 -3600 -4000 -5000 -5400 A Range (mm) 200- 300- 450- CS6.1-54TM-H 0-200 300- CS6.1-60TM 200- 300- 450-...
  • Page 26 Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1600/ +1800/ +2000/ +2400/ +3600/ +4000/ +5400/ +5400/ +5400/ +5400/ +7000/ +7000/ Module Types -1600 -1800 -2000 -2400 -2400 -2800 -2400 -3200 -3600 -4000 -5000 -5400 A Range (mm) 450- CS7-66HB CS7N-MS (F63 300- 450- Frame) CS7L-MS (F63 300- 400-...
  • Page 27 6.2.2 Clamp mounting on short side of frame and rails perpendicular to the long side frame. Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +800/- +1000/- +1200/- +1400/- +1600/- +1800/- +2000/- +2400/- +2600/- Module Types 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2400 2400 A Range (mm) CS6L-MS CS6R-MS CS6R-T...
  • Page 28 Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +800/- +1000/- +1200/- +1400/- +1600/- +1800/- +2000/- +2400/- +2600/- Module Types 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2400 2400 A Range (mm) CS6.2-54TM ♢ CS6.2-66HB 0-250 CS6.2-66TB CS6.2-66HB-H 0-60 60-250 CS6.2-66TB-H CS6.2-66TB-H1 60-250 CS6.2-66HB-HP 60-250 CS6.2-66TB-HP CS6.2-66TM ♢...
  • Page 29 6.2.3 Clamp mounting on long side of frame and rails parallel to the long side frame. Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1800 +2200 +2400 +2800 +3200 +3600 +3600 +4000 +4000 +5400 +5400 Module Types /-1800 /-2200 /-2400 /-2400 /-2400 /-1600 /-2400 /-2400 /-3200 /-2400...
  • Page 30 Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1800 +2200 +2400 +2800 +3200 +3600 +3600 +4000 +4000 +5400 +5400 Module Types /-1800 /-2200 /-2400 /-2400 /-2400 /-1600 /-2400 /-2400 /-3200 /-2400 /-3200 A1 Range (mm) 100- 400- CS6.1-72TB-H 300- CS6.2-48TD 100- 450- CS6.2-48TM-H 300- CS6.2-54TM CS6.2-66TB 100-...
  • Page 31 6.2.4 Four clamps on short side of frame and rails parallel to the long side frame. A2 Range (mm) Module Types 0-200 60-250 200-250 250-300 Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* CS6R-MS CS6R-T CS6RA-MS CS6RA-T +2200/-1800 ♢ +2400/-1800 ♢ CS6RB-MS CS6RB-T CS6R-H-AG CS6R-MS-HL +2400/-2400 +5400/-2400...
  • Page 32 6.2.5 Six clamps on long side of frame and rails perpendicular to the long side frame Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +4000/- +5400/- +5400/- +6000/- +6000/- +6000/- +6000/- +6000/- +8100/- Module Types 3400 2400 2800 3000 3600 4000 4600 5400 5600 A3 &...
  • Page 33 Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +4000/- +5400/- +5400/- +6000/- +6000/- +6000/- +6000/- +6000/- +8100/- Module Types 3400 2400 2800 3000 3600 4000 4600 5400 5600 A3 & A5 Range (mm) CS6.2-66TB-H 300-600 300-400 CS6.2-66TB-H1 300-400 CS6.2-66TB-HP 300-500 CS6.2-66TM 300-400 : 30 mm height frame. : with 35 mm height frame.
  • Page 34 6.2.6 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 +1600/-1600 +2000/-2000 +2400/-2000 +2400/-2200 +2400/-2400 Types A1 Range A2 Range A1 Range A2 Range A1 Range A2 Range...
  • Page 35 CS6.1-72TB- 600-700 200-250 CS6.2-48TD 500-600 200-250 CS6.2- 400-600 200-250 48TM-H CS6.2-66TB 600-700 200-250 CS6.2-66TB- 600-700 200-250 CS6.2-66TB- 600-700 200-250 CS6.2-66TB- 600-700 200-250 CS6.2-66TM 500-600 200-250 : with 30 mm height frame; : with 40mm height frame. *: test loads, please refer to section 6. They are the maximum allowed values, and anything blow these thresholds is acceptable.
  • Page 36 6.2.7 Four clamps mounting on the short side of frame. Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1200/- +1600/- +1800/- +2000/- +2600/- Module Types +800/-800 +2400/-2400 1200 1600 1800 2000 2400 A2 Range (mm) CS6L-MS CS6R-MS CS6R-T CS6RA-MS 60-250 ♢ CS6RA-T CS6RB-MS CS6RB-T CS6R-H-AG CS6R-MS-HL 0-200...
  • Page 37 6.2.8 Four clamps mounting on the long side of frame Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* +1600/- +1600/- +1800/- +2000/- +2100/- +2400/- +2600/- +3000/- Module Types 1100 1600 1800 2400 2300 2400 2400 2400 A2 Range (mm) CS6W-MS 100-600 400-500 CS6W-T CS6.1-60TB 100-600 450-550 CS6.1-72TB...
  • Page 38 6.2.9 Four clamps mounting on short side of frame, and an additional support bar placed below the center of the module. Max Mechanical Load (Pa)* Module Types +3600/-2400 +3800/-2400 +3800/-2600 +4000/-3000 +4000/-4000 +5400/-3000 A2 Range (mm) CS6R-MS CS6RA-MS 0-200 CS6RB-MS CS6R-T CS6R-MS-HL 0-200...

  • Page 39: Insertion System

    6.2.10 Rail-less clamping The following methods are recommended only for single glass monofacial modules. Note that clamp overlap length of 40mm (or 1.50 in) when uplift load > 2400 Pa is allowed. Landscape installation, clamping on long side frame Modyle Type Max Span Max Cantilever length Downforce*...
  • Page 40 structure using the hardware and instructions provided  Canadian Solar warranty may be void in cases where by the mounting system manufacturer. The system improper insertion systems or unsuitable installation designer and installer are solely responsible for load methods are used. The insertion profile thickness is calculations and for the proper design of support recommended to be no more than the module structure.

  • Page 41: Mounting Method: Single-Axis Tracker

    Installation Method Insertion Method A Insertion Method B Insertion Method C Module Types CS6W-T CS6W-MB-AG (F47 & F47L +3600 Pa/-2400 Pa* Frame) CS6.1-54TB (F45 & F75 Frame) +3600 Pa/-2400 Pa +1600 Pa/-1600 Pa +3600 Pa/-2400 Pa CS6.1-54TD (F45 & F75 Frame) CS6.1-54TB ( F23 &...
  • Page 42  Install and tighten the module clamps to the mounting  The tightening torques should be 6~9 Nm (4.5~6.6 ft-lbs) rails using the torque stated by the mounting hardware M6 × 1 (1/4”) coarse thread bolts for 10 × 7 mounting manufacturer.
  • Page 43 Plain washer Mounting Fixed outer Distance H Test load Figures Module type hole space mounting diameter (mm) (Pa) (mm) hole location (mm) B1-B3: 790 B1, B2, B3, B4 65±5 +2500/-1900 C1-C3: 1400 C1, C2, C3, C4 65±5 +2500/-1900 A1, A2, A3, A4 65±5 +2100/-1900 CS7-66HB...
  • Page 44 CS6.2-66TB ≥400 ≥40 +1400/-1400 Frame top side CS6.2-66TB-H ≥400 ≥40 +1800/-1800 CS6.2-66TB-HP ≥400 ≥40 +1700/-1700 CS7-60HB +1600/-1600 ≥400 ≥40 Frame bottom side CS7-66HB ≥400 ≥40 +1500/-1500 CS7L-TB-AG ≥400 ≥40 +1600/-1600 CS7L-MB-AG CS7N-TB-AG ≥400 ≥40 +1500/-1500 CS7N-MB-AG The height of the rail should be 50±10 mm. Loads in the table are test loads, please refer to section 6.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    B1-B3: 790 B1, B2, B3, B4 +2000/-1800 CS7L-MB-AG B1, B2, A3, A4 +1800/-1600 CS7N-MB-AG A1-A3: 400 CS7L-TB-AG B1-B3: 790 B1, B2, B3, B4 +2000/-1800 CS7N-TB-AG : with 30mm height frame. : with 35mm height frame. : with 40mm height frame. Loads in the table are test loads, please refer to section 6.

  • Page 46: Handling Notice

    loose connections. KE200, CX-200, Chemlok, etc.), TBP (plasticizer), pesticide, paint strippers, adhesives, antirust agent,  The voltage and current present in an array during disincrustant, emulsifying agent, cutting oils and daylight hours are sufficient to cause a lethal electrical cosmetics, etc. shock.
  • Page 47  Ensure that any brushes or agitating tools are friendly cleaning agent may be used with caution. constructed with non-conductive materials to minimize  Canadian Solar recommends to use the cleaning water risk of electric shock and that they are not abrasive to with low mineral content and a pH value close to neutral the glass or the aluminum frame.

  • Page 48: Annex A: Guidance On Module Temperature For Several Locations

    ANNEX A: GUIDANCE ON MODULE TEMPERATURE FOR SEVERAL LOCATIONS  The operational temperature of a PV module changes presented here are a general guidance and assumed during the day and also from day to day throughout the conservative, please contact your local sales...
  • Page 49 Figure A.2 Spatial distribution of the Köppen climate types for the period from 1901 to 2010 EN-Rev IM/GN-AU/2.8 Copyright © April, 2025. CSI Solar Co., Ltd. www.csisolar.com...

  • Page 50: Annex B: Installations Using Module Level Power Electronics

    ANNEX B: INSTALLATIONS USING MODULE LEVEL POWER ELECTRONICS  This section is applicable to CS6R-MB-HL and all  When choosing to mount the MLPE device to the Canadian Solar monofacial module types referred to in module frame, follow the MLPE supplier instructions to this installation manual.

  • Page 51: Annex C: Coastal Area Anti-Corrosion Installation Guidelines

    ANNEX C: COASTAL AREA ANTI-CORROSION INSTALLATION GUIDELINES C.1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION may result in corrosion damage to the photovoltaic modules and/or their racking systems and will void the  According to the specific conditions stipulated in the Canadian Solar limited product and performance Canadian Solar installation manual and general warranty.
  • Page 52 selected to meet the requirements of anti-corrosion coating on the front glass, junction boxes and back installation in coastal areas. polymer sheets.  “Pile-based installation” modules are supported by a  Before installation, the connectors are protected by certain height of piles above the sea level. dust caps.
  • Page 53 C.2.3 ANTI-CORROSION METHOS FOR GROUNDING protecting the system’s grounding devices. Please refer to the instructions in the table below:  We recommend two special anti-corrosion methods for Item Method A Method B Layer 1 (metal side): epoxy zinc rich primer Fluorocarbon varnish Coating Layer 2 (middle layer): fluorocarbon finish paint...
  • Page 54 Process Minimum coating thickness Standard ISO 1461 Hot-dip galvanizing HDZ55 (76 µm) (carbon steel) JIS H 8641 ISO 7599 Anodizing oxide AA20 (20 µm) (aluminum alloy) JIS H 8601 C.4.0 Precautions and General Safety described within. Before installing any modules, contact the C.5.0 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY appropriate authorities...

  • Page 55: Amended Editions And Dates

    AMENDED EDITIONS AND DATES Rev 1.0 integrated version was first released in January, 2023 Rev 1.1 was released in March, 2023 Rev 1.2 was released in April, 2023 Rev 1.3 was released in June, 2023 Rev 1.4 was released in August, 2023 Rev 1.5 was released in September, 2023 Rev 1.6 was released in September, 2023 Rev 1.7 was released in October, 2023...

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