AUO PM072 series Manuel utilisateur

AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation

AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation

AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation Manual

ManualManual

Manual

Version 2.0

Version 2.0Version 2.0

Version 2.0

Table of Contents

Table of ContentsTable of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 eneral Information

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Limited Warranty and Product Certification

1.3 Disclaimers

1.4 Safety Regulations

Chapter 2 Module Installation uidelines

2.1 Module Installation Methods

2.1.1 Bolted Installation

2.1.2 Clamp Installation

Chapter 3 Module Electrical Connection uidelines

3.1 Module rounding Method

3.1.1 Bolted rounding

3.1.2 Using Certified rounding Device for rounding

3.2 System rounding Method

Chapter 4 Maintenance uidelines

4.1 Cleaning Modules

4.2 Module Appearance Inspection

4.3 Module Connection and Cable Inspection

Chapter 1 eneral Information

1.1 Introduction

This Installation Manual describes the electrical characteristics and installation methods in the

use of the AUO Photovoltaic Module (hereinafter the "Module"). It also includes safety

precautions that must be taken into account before, during, and after installation. Compliance

with the recommendations in the Installation Manual will increase safety in the installation,

operation, and use of the Module. Please read the Installation Manual carefully before installing

the AUO Photovoltaic Module and keep the Installation Manual in storage for future reference.

[Important Reminder]

[Important Reminder][Important Reminder]

[Important Reminder]

THE INSTALLATION, OP

THE INSTALLATION, OPTHE INSTALLATION, OP

THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND USE OF

ERATION, AND USE OF ERATION, AND USE OF

ERATION, AND USE OF THE AUO PHOTOVOLTAIC

THE AUO PHOTOVOLTAICTHE AUO PHOTOVOLTAIC

THE AUO PHOTOVOLTAIC

MODULE

MODULE MODULE

MODULE

REQUIRE TRAINED AND

REQUIRE TRAINED AND REQUIRE TRAINED AND

REQUIRE TRAINED AND CERTIFIED OR LICENSE

CERTIFIED OR LICENSECERTIFIED OR LICENSE

CERTIFIED OR LICENSED PROFESSIONALS WHO

D PROFESSIONALS WHO D PROFESSIONALS WHO

D PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE

ARE ARE

ARE

REQUIRED TO COMPLY W

REQUIRED TO COMPLY WREQUIRED TO COMPLY W

REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE INSTALLATION

ITH THE INSTALLATIONITH THE INSTALLATION

ITH THE INSTALLATION

MANUAL

MANUAL MANUAL

MANUAL AND THE RELATED

AND THE RELATED AND THE RELATED

AND THE RELATED

RE ULATIONS AND LAWS

RE ULATIONS AND LAWSRE ULATIONS AND LAWS

RE ULATIONS AND LAWS

IN THE COUNTRY THE M

IN THE COUNTRY THE MIN THE COUNTRY THE M

IN THE COUNTRY THE MODULE IS INSTALLED I

ODULE IS INSTALLED IODULE IS INSTALLED I

ODULE IS INSTALLED IN.

N.N.

IF THE CLIENT DOES N

IF THE CLIENT DOES NIF THE CLIENT DOES N

IF THE CLIENT DOES NOT FOLLOW THE INSTAL

OT FOLLOW THE INSTALOT FOLLOW THE INSTAL

OT FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION MANUAL AND AL

LATION MANUAL AND ALLATION MANUAL AND AL

LATION MANUAL AND ALL

L L

APPLICABLE LAWS FOR

APPLICABLE LAWS FOR APPLICABLE LAWS FOR

APPLICABLE LAWS FOR THE INSTALLATION, OP

THE INSTALLATION, OPTHE INSTALLATION, OP

THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND USE OF

ERATION, AND USE OF ERATION, AND USE OF

ERATION, AND USE OF THE MODULE,

THE MODULE, THE MODULE,

THE MODULE,

IT COULD CAUSE DAN E

IT COULD CAUSE DAN EIT COULD CAUSE DAN E

IT COULD CAUSE DAN ER AND VOID THE LIMIT

R AND VOID THE LIMITR AND VOID THE LIMIT

R AND VOID THE LIMITE

ED WARRANTY OF THE MO

D WARRANTY OF THE MOD WARRANTY OF THE MO

D WARRANTY OF THE MODULE.

DULE.DULE.

DULE.

1.2 Limited Warranty and Product Certification

Please refer to the limited warranty documents of the AUO Photovoltaic Module to learn

more about the details and restrictions of the product warranty.

The latest version can be found at the official website of AUO Solar under Download Center.

AUO Solar official website: http://solar.auo.com/

1.3 Disclaimers

AUO shall not be liable for any loss, damage, destruction, and expenses as a result or arising

from inappropriate installation, operation, use or maintenance.

AUO shall not be liable for any possible patent infringement and infringement of third-party

rights arising from the use of the AUO Photovoltaic Module. The client shall not obtain patent

or patent licensing, expressed or implied, through the use of the AUO Photovoltaic Module.

AUO retains the right to revise the Installation Manual, product specifications or product

information without prior notification.

1.4 Safety Regulations

The AUO Photovoltaic Module meets IEC 61215/IEC 61730 international standards with Class

A applications. It can be installed in systems that may come into direct contact with the public,

with a maximum voltage of greater than 50 VDC or with an output power of over 240 watts.

The Module also complies with IEC 61730-1/IEC 61730-2 standards while satisfying Class II

safety qualifications.

The AUO Photovoltaic Module is a power generation product and necessary safety and

protection measures must be taken to avoid electric shocks in the installation, operation, use,

and maintenance of the Module.

When installing modules at elevated positions, take appropriate safety and protection

measures to prevent personnel, tools, or the Module from falling from heights and causing

damage.

When installing the Module on a roof, the roof and the entire structure must retain a certain

level of fire resistance, and it must be evaluated by an architect or engineering experts to verify

that the roof can withstand the pressure and weight of the photovoltaic system (including the

Module).

Do not install, operate, or use the Module under hostile conditions such as high humidity, rain,

snow, or strong winds.

Operational Safety

Operational SafetyOperational Safety

Operational Safety

Please do not allow the packaging of the Module to sustain damage or falls; the Module

packaging must be stored in a dry and ventilated area sheltered from the rain.

Please refer to the printed instructions on the external packing box for the restriction on

the number of stacks of the package.

Before installing the Module, it is recommended not to open the Module packaging or

remove the Module from the original package.

For temporary placement after removing the Module from the packaging, please protect

the edges and corners of the Module from external damage.

When installing, using, or operating the Module, personnel must be equipped with

comprehensive protective equipment and use corresponding insulated tools (the

insulation protection capacity of protective equipment must be higher than the maximum

system voltage), such as wearing insulated shoes, insulated gloves, using dry insulation

tools etc.

When the Module is exposed to sunlight or other light sources, it may produce direct

current that can be fatal. Contact with charged components must be avoided to prevent

electric shocks or burns.

It is forbidden to use any tool to focus sunlight or other artificial light onto the Module.



Do not allow personnel to directly grasp the junction box or wires of the junction box to

move or transport the Module.

Do not place heavy objects on the front or back of the Module or damage the material on

the front and back of the Module.

The safety of the Module shall be ensured at all times. Avoid excessive vibration that may

cause hidden cracks in the cells, and prevent the Module from falling directly onto the

ground during transportation, as it may cause damage to the Module or the cells in the

Module.

Do not step, stand, or walk on the Module (when designing a system, consider planning

space or walkways for secure operations that can be used for the installation, operations,

or maintenance by personnel).

Do not dismantle or modify any components on the Module.

Do not make any additional processing on the external Module frame such as drilling

holes or cutting. With the exception of connecting the grounding wire for the Module, do

not damage or scratch the surface of the frame coating such as the anodic oxide layer on

the aluminum frame etc.

Do not add any substances onto the surface on the front and back of the Module.

It is forbidden to use a Module with a damaged front or back surface. In addition, prohibit

personnel from repairing damaged areas on the Module because contact with damaged or

broken surfaces or the Module frame may cause electric shocks.

Electrical Safety

Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety

Electrical Safety

The rated voltage and current of the Module is measured under standard testing

conditions. Under actual outdoor conditions, the voltage and current may exceed the

rated value under standard testing conditions (the environment and ambient temperature

at the site of the Module will affect the electrical characteristics of the Module; for

instance, reflected sunlight from the snow or low temperature (<25°C) would increase

the output in voltage, current or power). Therefore, please refer to the electrical

characteristics displayed on the Module and use 125% of the calculated value in the design

of the rated voltage, rated current, wire, fuse, and controller specifications and

parameters related to the output of the Module.

The Module automatically generates electricity under a light source and it is not equipped

with any switches or control. Power generation from the Module can be stopped by using

completely opaque material to cover the Module, moving the Module to a place with no

light source, or flipping the front of the Module onto a flat area (do not damage the

material on the front of the Module).

To prevent the dangers of electric arcs, burns, electrical shocks etc., the light source on

the front of the Module must be insulated (e.g. by covering with opaque materials) before

installation of the Module or system maintenance.



Before conducting electrical operations, please remove metal jewelry and objects from

your body. Be sure to wear appropriate protective equipment and use appropriate and

dry insulated tools. Do not conduct any operations if the Module or its component is

humid (e.g. junction box or connector etc.).

Do not disconnect the electrical connection when the Module is connected to a load to

prevent electric arcs or electric shocks.

Ensure that the connector is kept dry and clean. Do not use contaminated connectors for

connection (e.g. connectors with dust or moisture). To ensure the connector remains in

a normal state, please install the connector immediately after repackaging.

Ensure that the connection between connectors is seamless and the polarity connection is

correct.

Please connect grounding in accordance with the regulations of the installation site, the

country of the installation site, or IEC Standards.

Installation Safety

Installation SafetyInstallation Safety

Installation Safety

Do not install the Module in an area with flammable gas or flammable materials.

Do not install the Module in an area that may be flooded, partially soaked in water or

areas that are affected by continuous sprinkling.

The Module cannot be installed in areas with corrosive substances or areas that may affect

the safety or performance of the Module such as areas with salt spray, salt water, acid rain,

heavy industrial air pollution.

Consider the climate variations throughout the year when installing the Module. Avoid

shades produced by the surrounding environment that could shade the Module and affect

the power output and safety of the Module.

The Module operates normally between -40°C to +85°C. Please consider the average

monthly high and low temperatures of the installation site when installing the Module and

conduct installation procedures within a temperature range safe for humans.

The mechanical loading capacity (e.g. wind pressure or snow pressure) of the Module shall

be in accordance with requirements in the design of the system. Different installation

methods and installation sites require calculation by professionals to ensure that the

Module does not exceed its maximum permissible loading capacity.

Fire Safety

Fire SafetyFire Safety

Fire Safety

The fire safety classification of the AUO Photovoltaic Module under IEC61730-2

Standards is Class C. The laws and regulations, including related architectural regulations

on fire resistance capacity (the roof structural and installation method will affect the fire

resistance capacity of the architecture; fires may occur if the wrong method is adopted) of

the installation site or the country shall be followed when installing the Module.

When installing the Module on a roof, the material of the roof or the roof must be

covered with fire resistance material that corresponds to the fire resistance classification

of the Module. Make sure that there is sufficient space for ventilation between the Module

and the installation surface (a space larger than 10cm is recommended) for ventilation on

the back of the Module to prevent damage to the wires and to increase the performance

of the Module.

The laws and regulations of the installation site or the country shall be followed when

installing the Module. Use appropriate electrical components such as grounding

components, circuit breakers, or fuses.

Chapter 2 Module Installation uidelines

The Module should be installed at a location with the maximum amount of sunlight

throughout the year in accordance with local climate conditions. The Modules obtains

maximum power output when the Module faces direct sunlight. For installation in the

Northern Hemisphere under normal conditions, it is preferable to face the Module to the

south; whereas for installation in the Southern Hemisphere, it is preferable to face the Module

to the north.

It is recommended to install the Module at a tilt angle of at least 15 degrees to reduce dust

accumulation and facilitate the removal of water.

Before installing the Module, please verify that the site or building is suitable for installation

and meets the legal requirements of the site or country of installation. When installing on

buildings or rooftops, please take appropriate anti-seepage measures to prevent potential

seepage.

The company responsible for the installation must verify that the method of installation

satisfies the laws and requirements of the site or country of installation.

The installation method and racking system must be firm and stable. The racking system

installer must guarantee the sustainable and achievable load of the Module.

Please prevent shading or coverage of the Module by any substance, such as snow or flood, at

its lowest level to the ground during installation in accordance with the environment and

climate conditions of the installation site. In addition, the junction box of the Module must be

installed at an elevated position. Do not install the junction box at a low position.

During installation, avoid installation methods that could block the drain holes of the Module

or affect the functions of the drain holes.

When installing the Module parallel to the installation surface, ensure that there is sufficient

space for ventilation between the Module and the installation surface (a space larger than

10cm is recommended) for ventilation on the back of the Module to prevent damage to the

wires and to increase the performance of the Module.

A 10mm space between modules is recommended to allow for thermal expansion and

contraction of the metal frame of the Module.

The components and racking systems required for installing the module shall adopt materials

that are resistant to corrosion and ultraviolet and suitable for outdoor use.

Avoid electrochemical corrosion ( alvanic corrosion) caused by contact between the

Module frame and different metals during installation.

2.1 Module Installation Methods

The installation of the Module can be conducted through the recommended methods as

follows:

2.1.1

Bolted Installation

Bolted InstallationBolted Installation

Bolted Installation

Please use the mounting holes on the Module frame for installation. It is strictly

forbidden to drill additional holes that may damage the frame.

Please use the same type of stainless steel or corrosion-resistant installation

components for installation.

The frame of the Module is designed to include at least 4 symmetrical mounting holes

(as illustrated in Figure 1, the quantity, size and position of mounting holes are different

for each model; please refer to the corresponding Module Data Sheet for detailed

information).

To maximize the Module's sustainable static mechanical load (5,400 Pa on the front;

2,400 Pa on the back), at least 4 symmetrical mounting holes (symmetrical from top to

bottom/left to right) are required to fix the Module in position (as illustrated in Figure

2).

The PM060 and PM072 series modules require the use of M8 stainless steel bolts (use

only flat washers and spring washers 16mm in diameter to prevent mechanical

interference caused by oversized washers on the inner edges of the external Module

frame) and stainless steel nuts to attach the Module onto the racking system. (the

attachment method is illustrated in Figure 3. Certain models require a combination of

M6 stainless steel bolts. Please refer to the corresponding Module Data Sheet for

detailed information).

The PM096 series requires 4 symmetrical mounting holes at a distance of 322mm from

the short side of the frame, coupled with M6 stainless steel bolts, flat washers, spring

washers, and stainless nuts to attach the Module onto the racking system (the

attachment method is illustrated in Figure 3).

Please use a torque wrench to tighten the bolt. The torque should be sufficient to attach

the Module firmly onto the racking system. The reference torque for the M6 bolt is 7-11

N-m; the reference torque for the M8 bolt is 16-20 N-m.

Figure 1: Module Mounting Hole Illustration. Please refer to the corresponding Module Data

Sheet for detailed quantity, size and position of mounting holes.

Figure 2: Mounting Hole Installation Illustration. Please refer to the corresponding Module

Data Sheet for detailed quantity, size and position of mounting holes.

Figure 3: Mounting Hole Installation Method. NOTICE: The PM060 and PM072 series modules

require the use of M8 stainless steel bolts (use only flat washers and spring washers 16mm in

diameter to prevent mechanical interference caused by oversized washers on the inner edges

of the external Module frame) and stainless steel nuts to attach the Module onto the racking

system.

Ce manuel convient aux modèles suivants

Table des matières

Manuels Panneau solaire populaires d'autres marques

Navitron

Navitron HFC-2 Manuel utilisateur

AXITEC

AXITEC 60-CELL Manuel utilisateur

thermital

thermital TSOL 20 N BLU Manuel utilisateur

AZO Digital

AZO Digital MPPT-3000 Manuel utilisateur

Clenergy

Clenergy PV-ezRack SolarTripod Manuel utilisateur

Beretta

Beretta SCF-20N Manuel utilisateur

moovo

moovo KSM001 Manuel du produit

solarwatt

solarwatt EasyIn 60M Series Manuel utilisateur

Solarland

Solarland Portable Series Manuel

Ubiquiti

Ubiquiti sunMAX Manuel utilisateur

Lippert

Lippert Furrion FSFP37MW-BL Manuel utilisateur

Sonnenkraft

Sonnenkraft GK5-HP Manuel utilisateur

REC

REC TwinPeak 2S Mono 72 Series Manuel utilisateur

Sunforce

Sunforce 50039 Manuel utilisateur

Flexsolar

Flexsolar C100 Mode d’emploi

Süd Solar

Süd Solar 03005 Manuel utilisateur

Kodak

Kodak SP21 Manuel utilisateur

Carmanah

Carmanah Go Power! Solar Flex GP-FLEX-30 Manuel utilisateur