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P H O T O V O LTA I C M A N U A L
Please read these instructions before installing or commissioning.
This Solar Photovoltaic system should only be installed by a competent person.
PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE USER FOR SAFE KEEPING.
© BAXI Heating UK Ltd 2011

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  • Page 1 P H O T O V O LTA I C M A N U A L Please read these instructions before installing or commissioning. This Solar Photovoltaic system should only be installed by a competent person. PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE USER FOR SAFE KEEPING. © BAXI Heating UK Ltd 2011...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    7.2.Parallel to pitched roof..................8.WARRANTY......................© Baxi Heating UK Ltd 2011. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or 9.MAINTENANCE....................30 transmitted in any form or by any means, or stored in any retrieval system of any nature (including 10.NOTES......................31...
  • Page 4 Table index Index Table 1. Equipment contained within the photovoltaic kit........Table 2. Equipment available as an optional extra..........Table 3. Mechanical specifications..............Table 4. Inverter installation – Minimum distances..........Table 5. AC cable cross sections............... Table 6. Relation between the kits and the inverter power........ Table 7.
  • Page 5 Figure index Index Figure 1. Handling....................Figure 2. Fastening the modules to the roof mountings........Figure 3. Module´s physical dimensions.............. Figure 4. Module Fixing..................Figure 5. Cable Routing..................Figure 6. PV module junction box................ Figure 7. PV series connection................Figure 8. Diagram for the module´s ground connection........Figure 9.

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information In order to reduce the number of deaths and major accidents attributa- ble to work at height, the health and Safety Executive has introduced comprehensive regulations and guidance that should be followed by all businesses working at height. We consider in the following paragraphs some of the main features of the regulations and guidance.
  • Page 7 Safety information Step 2: Decide who may be harmed and how This might mean considering the particular risks that young workers or trainees might face and thinking about the residents of the household or visitors who could be hurt by your activities. Step 3: Evaluate the risks and decide which precautions should be made.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    All the safety standards and regulations in force should be known at the time of installation. Baxi Heating UK are not responsible for any damage to the equipment during installation works.. The PV modules should be carefully installed; predicting possible adver- se weather conditions which may causes difficulties with the installation, i.e.

  • Page 9: Safety And Care

    1. INTRODUCTION 1.4.1. Safety and Care During the installation, the following operation and maintenance recommendations when handling the photovoltaic modules must be taken in consideration: It is recommended to maintain the modules properly packaged, in- side the box, on its transport pallet, until the moment of installation. The front surface of the photovoltaic module should remain covered with an opaque material until all connections are established and verified.

  • Page 10: Kit Contents

    2. KIT CONTENTS Table 1: Equipment contained within the photovoltaic kit Image Equipment PV Module Inverter Energy meter Supporting structure 4mm² Solar Cable Connectors Main AC switch Main DC switch Table 2: Equipment available as an optional extra. AC Electric Box DC Electric Box Solargen solar PV...

  • Page 11: Pv Kit Installation

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.1. PV module 3.1.1. Choosing the site The installation site must obey the following points: • The modules should be installed facing south • The angle of orientation must be adequate to the site latitude. • PV modules must not be shaded. •...

  • Page 12: Pv Generator

    N_(max), is calculated using the following formula: Figure 6. PV module junction box N_(max) = V_(Max System) / V_(OC (CTS)) The maximum voltage supported on an installation, with Baxi´s photovol- taic modules is 1000 (V) In Series connection The resultant voltage of connecting two or more modules in series is the Figure 7.

  • Page 13: Dc Electric Box (Available As An Optional Extra)

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.3. DC Electric Box (available as an optional extra). 3.3.1. Components The DC Electric Box contains one type two overvoltage discharger for protection against indirect lightening strikes. (Figure 10) 3.3.2. Location The DC Electric Box should be placed at the input on the inverter. If the cable length between the PV generator and the inverter is longer than 10 m, an additional protection should be used next to the PV generator.

  • Page 14: Inverter

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.4. Inverter 3.4.1. Installation requirements (Figure 14) The location and type of installation should be adequate to the inverter’s dimensions and weight. 41 kg It must be installed on a solid base. The installation should be always accessible (do not install in areas with limited access), and allow an easy removal of the equipment.

  • Page 15: Mounting The Inverter

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.4.4. Mounting the inverter Use of the support provided to install the inverter is recommended. For a vertical installation, the support should be mounted using 8mm x 50mm hexagonal head bolts & wall plugs supplied. (Figure 17) 1 –...

  • Page 16: Ac Electric Box (Available As An Optional Extra)

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.5. AC electric box (available as an optional extra). 3.5.1. Description The AC electrical panel consists of a surge protection of type II power surge from the grid or from the protective conductors. This will also con- sist of a circuit breaker for over current protection and a circuit breaker for indirect contact protection.

  • Page 17: Energy Meter

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.7. Energy meter The meter provided in the PV kit is illustrated on the figure 21. 3.7.1. Warnings DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK • Meters must be installed only by suitably-qualified personnel, observe the following safety advice. •...

  • Page 18: Electrical Diagrams

    3. PV KIT INSTALLATION 3.8. Electrical diagrams The figure 24 and 25 shows the electrical diagrams for installation the Solar Photovoltaic system with the components provided in the PV kits. AC and DC electrical box are available as an optional accessory kit and in the figure 26 show the electrical diagram to install the Solar PV System.

  • Page 19: Pv System Protection

    4. PV SYSTEM PROTECTION In order to prevent damage to the system due to over currents (overload or short circuits) that might occur during use, measures for adequate protection should be taken. 4.1. Protection against lightening PV systems do not increase the building’s risk of being hit by lightning. Any earthing arrangements must be in accordance with BS-7430, BS-6651, BS-7671.

  • Page 20: Protection Against Direct Contact

    4. PV SYSTEM PROTECTION 4.2. Protection against direct contact The protection against direct contacts should be carried out by one or more of the following processes: • Active part insulation • Use of barriers or enclosures • Use of low voltage security •...

  • Page 21: Pv System Commissioning

    5. PV SYSTEM COMMISSIONING 5.1. Connect a PV system The system start up must only be performed by a qualified technician. To start up the PV system one should proceed as follows: 1 – Assure that the inverter is not damaged due to shipping; 2 - Check the voltage of the PV generator in open circuit.

  • Page 22: Maintenance Manual

    6. MAINTENANCE MANUAL 6.1. General information This document outlines all the relevant parameters for the correct functio- ning of the PV system. Additionally, the document includes maintenance instructions for the correct performance of the PV system. Pay close attention to the indications contained in this manual. The maintenance of the PV systems must be always undertaken by a competent person or persons.

  • Page 23: Supporting Structure Assembling Manual

    7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE ASSEMBLING MANUAL 7.1. Flat roof Installation sequence The A-frame assembly should be clamped using the nuts & bolts supplied with the kit. (Figure 34) Figure 34. A-frame assembly The mounting to the floor should be carried out using appropriate fixings for the substrate.

  • Page 24: Figure 37. Transverse Profile Mounting

    7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE ASSEMBLING MANUAL The mounting of the transverse A frame profile is completed using a stainless steel M10 nuts & bolts (supplied). (Figure 37) Figure 37. Transverse profile mounting The A frames are braced using the 30x8mm profile, use the M10 nuts supplied.

  • Page 25: Figure 40. Pv Module Side Clamps & Plastic End Caps

    7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE ASSEMBLING MANUAL The PV modules should be clamped to the sides of the frame using the side clamps & nuts & bolts supplied. The plastic end caps should then be pushed into the ends of the profiles. (Figure 40) Figure 40.

  • Page 26: Parallel To Pitched Roof

    7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE ASSEMBLING MANUAL 7.2. Parallel to pitched roof Installation sequence The roof brackets supplied are suitable for use with a wide range of roof tiles. The brackets must be fixed to the roof rafter with appropriate fixings suitable for the rafter material. If the rafter is wood then it is advisable to pre drill the holes for the fixings to ensure the timber does not split.

  • Page 27: Table 9. Spacing Between The Roof Supports

    7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE ASSEMBLING MANUAL The standard kits are defined to install two PV Panels in portrait position. (Figure 46) When a Landscape installation is required needs an additional mounting kit. The final assembly will use a portrait mounting kit + a Landscape kit (available as an accessory kit).

  • Page 28: Figure 51. End Covers For The Transverse Profiles

    7. SUPPORTING STRUCTURE ASSEMBLING MANUAL The plastic end caps supplied should be pressed into the transverse pro- file. (Figure 51) Figure 51. End covers for the transverse profiles The next figure shows a supporting structure for pitched roofs for 2 PV modules.

  • Page 29: Warranty

    • Tampering or modification will invalidate this warranty. • The installation must be in an appropriate location. • Due to the varied locations PV modules can be installed Baxi Heating UK Ltd will only carry out warranty repair/replacement to Modules which have safe access provided that meets current health &...

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    9. MAINTENANCE Operations Maintenance operations in a solar photovoltaic system are minimal. However, the following operations are recomended. Clean the surface of the module when needed; the existence of dust on the module reduces significantly its performance; always use water (neutral) with a clean cloth or sponge; DO NOT use an abrasive solution.

  • Page 31: Notes

    10. NOTES Solargen solar PV...
  • Page 32 Weekends and Bank Holidays 8.30am to 2pm. We are closed Christmas Day and New Years Day. Website www.baxi.co.uk Registered Office: Baxi Heating UK Limited Brooks House, Coventry Road, Warwick, CV34 4LL, United Kingdom. 750152502 Registered No: 03879156 VAT Reg No: 604 6658 37...

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