Trina Solar is not responsible for any damages of any kind, including but not limited to any product damages, personal injury or any other property losses, as resulting from any improper operations or faults by the customers during the handling of the products as failure to follow the instructions in this User Manual.
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Do not stand, sit, walk, or jump directly on the module package or the module itself. The PV module does not contain any serviceable parts. Do not disassemble or move any part of the module. Do not damage or scratch the front- or backside surfaces of the module, as scratches may directly affect the product safety.
If the modules are to be installed near flammable and explosive locations (e.g. oil and gas stations, combustible dust areas, chemical storage areas, etc.), it is necessary to consult Trina Solar's sales and technical service team in advance. SITE SELECTION AND ANGLE...
The tilt angle of the PV module refers to the angle between the module and the horizontal ground. The tilt angle shall be selected according to the local conditions for different projects. Trina Solar recommends that the mounting tilt angle should not be less than 10° . For specific tilt angles, it shall be chosen in accordance with the local design procedures, specifications and regulations, or following the recommendations of the experienced PV module installers.
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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. 1. Unloading with a crane When crane is used to unload the modules, please choose and use specialized tooling according to the weight and size of the module.
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Please choose a flat and solid ground to place the module package after transportation to the installation site. Forklift operation in warehouse When using a forklift to unload the modules, please choose a forklift with suitable tonnage according to module weight. The forks should go into the pallet at least 3/4 of the pallet depth during unloading (the forks length L ≥...
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules Forklift operation at project site The forklift operation at project site refers to the transportation of modules between the storage site and the installation site after they arrived at the project storage site.
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Vertical landscape package ① Forks The fork length (L) should ≥ 1.0 m. The forks distance (W2) should be adjusted to the maximum position without any interference to the pallet. ② Backrest The backrest length (H) should ≥ 1.5m or the backrest width (W1) should ≥...
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules 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.
Do not remove the original package and keep the wrapping film and carton box in a good condition, if the modules require long-distance transport or long-term storage. For long-term storage, it is recommended to store the modules in a standard warehouse with regular inspection, and under confirming of your personal safety, reinforce the package in a timely manner if any anomalies are found.
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6 class wind (the modules should be less than 12 pieces). For matters regarding the unpacking stand supporter, please contact Trina Solar sales. In windy weather, it is recommended not to carry the modules, and the unpacked modules should be properly secured.
UNPACKING STEPS Method A: Unpacking for DE20 / DE21 / DEG21C.20 / NE20 / NE21/ NEG21C.20/ HEG21C.20 / DE20.W/ DE21.W/ DEG21C.20W etc. series modules with vertical portrait package. 1) Remove the wrapping 3) Remove the carton box. 2) Remove the top cover film and packing belts.
The fire rating of Trina Solar modules complies with relevant standards or local laws and regulations. Before installation, please carefully check the modules for abnormalities such as glass bursts, cell cracks, backsheet scratches, deformation of installation holes, broken junction boxes or missing covers, nameplates falling off or missing, and broken cables or connectors, etc.
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules missing, and broken cables or connectors, etc. Confirm that the mechanical and electrical systems comply with the requirements and recommendations of this manual, and carry out a trial run to ensure the integrity and safety of functions.
If in such case that an alternative mounting method is used but not approved by Trina Solar, the module may get damaged and the warranty will be invalidated. The mechanical loads described in this manual are the test loads. For calculating the equivalent maximum design loads, a safety factor of 1.5 (Mechanical loads=Design loads×1.5 security...
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules Secure the module in each fixing location with one M6/M8 bolt, two flat washers, one spring washer and one nut (see Figure 1) and tighten them to a torque of 10-14 N.m (90-125 lbf.in.). The yield strength of bolt and nut should not be less than 450 MPa.
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The screw should be fixed at the following locations for different installation methods and mechanical loads. Module type Mechanical loads Module type Mechanical loads Mounting rails run parallel to the short side frame. Mounting rails run parallel to the long side frame. Distance between mounting holes is 1400 mm.
Since the spec of clamps is not uniform in the market and the clamps have a large impact on the wind load resistance in system side, it is recommended to follow the recommendation of Trina Solar to choose clamps. You can also customize the clamps by yourselves, but please make sure that the modules do not detach from the brackets and rails.
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End clamp installation Middle clamp installation. Figure 2. PV module installed with clamp fitting method The "A surface Matching Clamp" has a bent hook structure where contacts with the frame to increase the friction, so it is recommended for customers to use this kind of clamps who have high requirements for mechanical loading.
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules A = (350 - 450) mm A = (350 - 450) mm DEG18MC.20(II) DEG18MC.20(II) Uplift load ≤ 2400 Pa Uplift load ≤ 2400 Pa DEG18MC.20W(II) DEG18MC.20W(II) Downforce load ≤ 5400 Pa Downforce load ≤ 3600 Pa DEG19C.20...
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The following mounting method is recommended to use A surface matching clamp: Module type Mechanical loads Module type Mechanical loads Use 4 clamps on the long side. Mounting rails run perpendicular to the long side frame. DE09 DE09.05 NEG9R.20 A = (250 - 350) mm A = (300 - 350) mm DE09.08 NEG9R.25...
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules The following installation methods and mechanical loads have been verified by the Trina Solar’s National Key Laboratory for PV Science and Technology. Module type Mechanical loads Module type Mechanical loads Use 4 clamps on the short side.
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Slide-in rails on the short side. Use 2 clamps on the short side and 2 clamps on the long side. Mounting rails run perpendicular to the long side frame. A = (250 - 450) mm B = (100 - 250) mm Uplift load ≤...
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules DEG9R.20 DEG9R.28 DEG9RC.27 NEG9.20 NEG9.28 NEG9C.27 A = (0 - 200) mm A = (0 - 100) mm NEG9.20 NEG9R.20 Uplift load ≤ 1600 Pa Uplift load ≤ 1600 Pa NEG9.28 NEG9R.25 NEG9C.27...
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DEG9R.20 DEG9R.28 DEG9RC.27 NEG9R.20 A = (290 - 370) mm NEG9R.25 Uplift load ≤ 2400 Pa NEG9R.28 NEG9RC.20 Downforce load ≤ 3000 Pa NEG9RC.27 DEG9R.20W DEG9R.28W DEG9RC.27W A = (0 - 200) mm DE18M(II) DE18M(II) A = (200 - 600) mm B = (0 - 200) mm DE18M.08(II) DE18M.08(II)
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules Slide-in rails on the short side. Use 4 clamps on the long side. Mounting rails run perpendicular to the long side frame. DE09 DE09.05 A = (200 - 250 or 350 - 400) mm DE09.08...
Use 2 clamps on the short side and 2 clamps on the long side. A = (1300 - 1450) mm B = (45 - 485) mm DE20 DE20.W Uplift load ≤ 1000 Pa Downforce load ≤ 2400 Pa 6.2.3 SINGLE-AXIS INSTALLATION The bolts used in this section is to secure the module in each fixing location with an M6/M8 bolt, two flat washers, a spring washer and a nut, and tighten them to a torque of 10-14 N.m, it is recommended to take regular inspection of the tightening to meet the torque range.
DEG20C.20W DEG21C.20W *Reinforced attachment Ⅰ: bumper All the mechanical loads above have been approved by PVST. Please consult Trina Solar customer service for compatibility of tracker system with Trina products. GROUNDING All module frames and mounting racks must be properly grounded in accordance with the electrical design and construction specifications, procedures, regulations and other special grounding requirements applicable to the installation sites.
(12 AWG). All other cables applied to connect the DC system should be provided with a similar or larger wire cross section. Trina Solar recommends that all cables are routed in appropriate conduits or rails where water does not accumulate.
The number of modules that can be connected shall be determined by a qualified institution or person in accordance with the design specifications of the photovoltaic system and the local electrical design specifications. The calculation formula recommended by Trina Solar shall be for reference only. Recommended maximum series is [1500V/(1.25*Voc)], parallel module configurations is [fuse rating/Isc*1.25].
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Figure 6. Series and parallel connection circuit diagram. Trina Solar recommends the following two wiring methods for portrait and landscape installations with short and long cable lengths, respectively. For specific standard cable lengths, please refer to the datasheets of the products.
FUSING The correction factor of a fuse shall be determined by an authorized professional electrical engineer in accordance with the relevant design regulations and system simulation results. Trina Solar does not responsible for determining the minimum rating of fuse. The fuse rated current should be chosen depending on different standards, as follows: ⋅...
Trina Solar PV modules are equipped with bypass diodes in the junction box to minimize module heating and current losses. Before cleaning, make sure to wear PPE, such as insulated protective gloves, protective glasses, hard hats, safety insulated shoes, etc.
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Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules If there is greasy dirt or other substances which are difficult to clean, conventional household glass cleaning agents can be used. Pay attention not to use alkaline and strong acidic solvents, including hydrofluoric acid, alkali, acetone.
Trina Solar recommends using this method to clean the soft dirt (like dust) on modules. This technique can be applied as long as the method is efficient enough to clean the modules considering the on-site conditions. Method C: Wet cleaning If excessive soiling is present on the module surface, a non-conductive brush, sponge, or other mild agitating method may be used with caution.
Trina Solar User Manual | Vertex Series Modules AMENDED EDITIONS AND DATES Document No. UM-M-0002, Version A, released in April 2021. ⚫ Document No. UM-M-0002, Version B, released in June 2021. ⚫ Document No. UM-M-0002, Version C, released in August 2021.
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