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- Page 1 Instructions for use Photovoltaic module...
- Page 2 SILIKEN appreciates your support for our products. We recommend that you read this instruction manual carefully in its entirely before handling the photovoltaic module.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety instructions ................ Product description ..................Recommendations for use ................Product certificates and guarantee ............... By-pass diodes ..................Operating voltage ..................Protection fuses ..................Warnings and electrical hazards ..............Current-voltage curves ................Mechanical assembly instructions ............... Module maintenance .................. - Page 4 Warning: any fault in the module caused by failure to comply with the warnings stipulated in this instructions manual will lead to the complete withdrawal of the module’s guarantee, together with the full exoneration of SILIKEN from any responsibility derived of any kind.
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Page 5: Product Description
Product description Your photovoltaic Standard module is comprised of the following elements: 1 FRAME In anodised aluminium; providing a system for anchoring the module to the support structure. 2 GLASS Ultra-transparent 3.2 mm thick tempered glass; providing rigidity to the unit and protecting the active surface of the cells. -
Page 6: Recommendations For Use
Recommendations for use Ensure that the module is located appropriately: it must not be placed beneath the shade of streetlights, trees, other buildings or even shade produced by other modules. Electricity production can be considerably reduced by the effect of shade. Install the PV module allowing air to circulate freely (see also section 6 of this manual). - Page 7 Do not dismantle, modify or adapt the PV module. Do not remove any part or the identification label from a PV module installed by Siliken. If you do so, the guarantee will be invalid. Do not apply paint or adhesives to the back side of the PV module.
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Page 8: Product Certificates And Guarantee
Siliken provides a 10 year guarantee for the materials of the photovoltaic module and against any possible defects of the photovoltaic module... -
Page 9: By-Pass Diodes
Siliken delivers its modules with by-pass diodes included inside the connections box. The photovoltaic cells have two operating modes: it operates as a current generator or as a current consumer. - Page 10 By-pass diodes Normal operation Operation with the cell in the shade...
- Page 11 In the event of by-pass diode failure, they must be replaced with original by-pass diode spares and by personnel authorized and trained by Siliken. From the moment that the failure in the diodes occurs and until they are...
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Page 12: Operating Voltage
Operating voltage The maximum voltage of the system is 1000 V in Europe (see module label) and 600 V in USA (see module label). The maximum number of modules to be connected in series (in cell temperature conditions of 77ºF / 25°C), is 16 in USA and 24 in Europe WARNING: the value for the maximum number of modules must be corrected based their location and in accordance with the correction parameters provided in the formula, since the voltage increases as... -
Page 13: Protection Fuses
Protection fuses Attention: Under normal conditions, a photovoltaic module is likely to experience conditions that produce more current and/or voltage than reported at standard test conditions. Accordingly, the values of ISC and VOC marked on this module should be multiplied by a factor of 1.25 when determining component voltage ratings, conductor ampacities, fuse sizes, and size of controls connected to the PV output. - Page 14 WARNING: Failure to comply with the provisions of this section will lead to the loss of guarantee and the exoneration of Siliken from any type of responsibility for damage to property or injury to people.
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Page 15: Warnings And Electrical Hazards
Warnings and electrical hazards The installation, handling and maintenance of the photovoltaic modules must be carried out by qualified personnel duly equipped with individual protections. For information purposes, these protections include: safety boots with insulation for above 1000V, gloves with 1000V insulation, as well as a helmet and appropriate clothes. - Page 16 Warnings and electrical hazards Do not allow objects to fall on the photovoltaic module, and do not sit on, lean on, or walk on the photovoltaic module, on either side (glass or rear sheet), given that it could cause the cells to break and therefore significantly lower the power and energy performance of the modules.
- Page 17 Warnings and electrical hazards Do not remove any of the module’s components or remove the technical specifications label. Do not place the installation near to any possible source of inflammable gases or vapors, since the photovoltaic modules can cause sparks just like any other electrical component.
- Page 18 -2 within this application class are considered to meet the requirements for Safety Class II. WARNING: Failure to comply with the provisions of this section will lead to the loss of guarantee and the exoneration of Siliken from any type of responsibility for damage to property or injury to people.
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Page 19: Current-Voltage Curves
Current-voltage curves The graphs of the technical data sheets show the behaviour of the photovoltaic modules. Two types of Current-Voltage curves (I-V) are shown: - At different radiations and constant temperature (77 ºF / 25°C). - At different temperature and constant radiation (92.94 W/ft / 1000 W/m The standard test conditions or STC used for module labelling are: Radiation = 92.94 W/ft... - Page 20 Current-voltage curves The voltage and current dependence with temperature is defined by a linear function. On one hand the voltage decreases as the temperature increases at a ratio of – 2.15 mV/ ºC per cell in series. On the other, the current increases at +3.50 mA/ºC.
- Page 21 Mechanical assembly of the modules The indications stated below are general for any type of module: When assembling the modules, the safety conditions stipulated in the Low Voltage Directive 93/68/EEC and 2006/95/EEC and the Framework Directive on Safety and Health at Work 89/391/EEC, 91/383/EEC, 2003/134/EEC, 89/654/EEC, 89/655/EEC, 89/656/EEC, 92/57/EEC and 92/58/EEC.
- Page 22 Mechanical assembly of the modules cable glands...
- Page 23 Mechanical assembly of the modules Siliken recommends that the modules not be installed at reduced inclination angles that could cause dirt to accumulate on the glass or on the edges of the frame. Siliken recommends a minimum inclination of 5º.
- Page 24 Mechanical assembly of the modules in which snow tends to accumulate or icicles and/or ice plugs could obstruct water drainage and cause damage to the module. In areas with heavy snowfall, adjust the height of the mounted structure so that snow does not cover any active part of the front side or any back parts, such as the connection box or cables, for a prolonged period of time in winter.
- Page 25 Mechanical assembly of the modules to avoid direct contact between the metal parts of the PV module and the supporting structure as well as to prevent possible deformations of the parts that could damage the module. Other fastening methods that attach the module around the perimeter are also acceptable, such as those designed for integration on roofs or similar methods.
- Page 26 Mechanical assembly of the modules Always shield the module’s back surface from contacting outside objects or structure parts, especially when the module is under load. The back coating could be damaged.
- Page 27 For any questions, please contact the Technical Department of Siliken WARNING: Failure to comply with the provisions of this section will lead to the loss of guarantee and the exoneration of Siliken from any type of responsibility for damage to property or injury to people.
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Page 28: Module Maintenance
Module maintenance Atakama photovoltaic modules require a minimum level of maintenance throughout their useful life, which includes the following operations: Cleaning of the photovoltaic modules. The energy production of the solar module can be affected if the glass is dirty. Periodically clean the modules to guarantee maximum production. - Page 29 SILIKEN for any responsibility which may be derived from said failure. For any additional information related to the modules Atakama ATK-P60 series please refer to the annexed technical data sheets.
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Page 30: Module Frame Grounding
Module frame grounding All exposed metal parts of PV module frames must be grounded during installation (per NEC 690.43), and to accomplish this Siliken recommends the following components: (1) M4 AISI304 stainless steel bolt with hexagonal nut. (2) DIN67982 stainless steel serrated washers. - Page 31 Module frame grounding The ground connection must be made using green and yellow cables with a cross-section of 2.5 mm or more and with plastic insulation that is suitable for a minimum temperature of 90º C. While crystalline PV modules are not likely to polarize and their operation is not usually harmed by these types of effects, it is advisable to protect the negative polarity of the cells from possible electrical signals that are uncontrollable or unpredictable.
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Page 32: Declaration Of Ce Conformity
Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive), Directive 2006/95/EEC and 93/68/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) We, Siliken, S.A. Parque Tecnológico de Paterna. Ronda Isaac Peral y Caballero, 14. 46980 Paterna - Valencia. C.I.F. A-97114516. Declare under sole responsibility that the product Solar Photovoltaic Modules trade mark ATAKAMA models, ATK-P60, ATK-P60S, ATK-P60T, ATK-P60U, ATK-P60V. - Page 33 Notes...
- Page 34 Ronda Isaac Peral y Caballero Parque Tecnológico 46980 Paterna - Valencia Tel.: +34 902 41 22 33 Fax: +34 96 070 92 65...
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