AUO PM072, PM060, PM096 Installation Manual
AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation
AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation Manual
AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation AUO Photovoltaic Module Installation
Manual
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Version 2.0
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Chapter 1 General Information
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Limited Warranty and Product Certification
1.3 Disclaimers
1.4 Safety Regulations
Chapter 2 Module Installation Guidelines
2.1 Module Installation Methods
2.1.1 Bolted Installation
2.1.2 Clamp Installation
Chapter 3 Module Electrical Connection Guidelines
3.1 Module Grounding Method
3.1.1 Bolted Grounding
3.1.2 Using Certified Grounding Device for Grounding
3.2 System Grounding Method
Chapter 4 Maintenance Guidelines
4.1 Cleaning Modules
4.2 Module Appearance Inspection
4.3 Module Connection and Cable Inspection
Chapter 1 General 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.
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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,
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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 Safety
Operational SafetyOperational 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.
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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 Safety
Electrical SafetyElectrical 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
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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 Safety
Installation SafetyInstallation 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 Safety
Fire SafetyFire 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
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