Ganz GSP-06, GSP-30, GSP-40, GSP-55, GSP-12 General Installation & User Manual

GENERAL INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL

GANZ ECO-ENERGY SOLAR PANELS

MODELS: GSP-06, GSP-12, GSP-30, GSP-40 & GSP-55

Read this manual completely before installing or using Ganz Eco-Energy Semi-Flexible Solar Panels.

1. Introduction

1-1 General Introduction

Thank you for choosing Ganz Eco-Energy Semi-Flexible Solar Panels. With proper operation and
maintenance, your GSP Solar Panels will provide you with clean renewable solar electricity for many years.
This Manual contains installation and safety information you need to be familiar with.

1-2 Disclaimer of Liability

This Manual does not constitute a warranty, expressed or implied. GANZ ECO-ENERGY does not assume
responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss, damage, or expense arising out of or in any way
connected with installation, operation, use or maintenance of solar panels. GANZ ECO-ENERGY reserves
the right to make changes to the product, specifications or Installation Manual without prior notice.

1-3 Warranty Information

The guarantee of this product is two years from purchase. The full warranty statement is available at our
website

1-4 Returning Ganz Products

Before returning, please contact the Distributor where originally purchased to obtain a Return Authorization
number (RA#). GANZ ECO-ENERGY will not accept any returns without a prior RA #.

2. Warnings
2-1 General Warnings

 Install or use GSP solar panels for their intended purpose only.
 Solar Panel interconnects generate Direct Current (DC) and are sources of power when they are

exposed to sunlight.

 Physical Contact with the electrically active output terminals can result in burns, sparks, and electric

shock whether the panel is connected or disconnected.

 DC power can arc across gaps and may cause injury or death if improper connection or

disconnection is made, or if contact is made with panel components that are damaged. Do not
connect or disconnect panels when the panels are exposed to sunlight or an external power source is
present.

 Although GSP solar panels are durable, light in weight and semi flexible, we do not recommend

putting the solar panel in a high traffic area where walking on them will be consistent.

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 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, do not touch terminals while a panel is exposed to. Provide

suitable guards to prevent direct contact with the solar panel output terminals. (Such as insulated
tools and gloves).

 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, Avoid dropping or allowing objects to fall on panels.
 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, should not be allowed near the installation of solar panels.
 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, do not puncture or damage the back or front sheet of a panel.
 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, do not disassemble the panel, or remove any part installed by

the manufacturer.

 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, do not use or install broken panels.
 Do not expose solar panels to mirrors, lenses or other forms of sunlight concentration or light

enhancement.

 Under normal conditions, a solar panel 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 panel should be multiplied by a factor of 1.25 when determining component voltage
ratings, conductor current ratings, fuse sizes, and size of controls connected to the solar output.

 Although solar panels will produce some electricity in the shade, it is always best to install panels

where there is less shade and more exposure to direct sunlight.

3. General Precautions

3-1 General Safety Precautions

 Turn off inverters and circuit breakers immediately, when a problem occurs.
 Cover all panels in the panel array with an opaque cloth or material before making or breaking

electrical connections.

 To avoid electric shock, fire, and injury, do not install the panel where flammable gases or vapors are

present. As sparks may occur.

 If maintenance is necessary.

3-2 General Handling Precautions

 Remove all metallic jewelry prior to installing our panels to reduce the chance of accidental exposure

to live circuits.

 Use insulated tools to reduce your risk of electric shock.
 Do not pull the output cable excessively. The output cable connection may become loose and cause a

short circuit, open circuit or shock.

 Do not scratch or hit the back sheet or front sheet to avoid damage.
 Do not strongly rub the plastic surface of the panel because there is a possibility of the plastic film

getting torn therefore causing an electric shock.

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 Never touch the end of output cables with bare hands when the panel is illuminated.

3-3 General Maintenance Precautions

Ganz Eco-Energy Semi-Flexible Panels are designed for long life and require very little maintenance. If the
angle of the panel is 5 degrees or more, normal rainfall is usually sufficient to keep the panel surface clean.

 Avoid prolonged exposure to saltwater as this may be a risk of permanent damage to the plastic

surface, which may cause reduced output power.

 Panels should be cleaned periodically to remove salt deposits, dirt and seagull droppings.
 Use water and a soft cloth or sponge. Mild, non-abrasive cleaners may be used.
 Do not clean panels with any chemicals but rather clean with plain water
 Once a year check the integrity of system wiring connections. Inspect for signs of damage to panel

surface or system cables.

 Flat mounted panels may need to be cleaned more often.

3-4 General Installation Precautions

 Do not touch the solar panel unnecessarily during installation. The panel surface may be hot. There is

a risk of burns and electric shock.

 Do not unplug a connector if the system circuit is connected to an operating load.
 Due to the risk of electrical shock, do not perform any work if the terminals of the solar panels are wet.
 Use UV resistant materials, wire management hardware to secure cables. Drooping cables may

cause various problems, such as short or open circuits.

 Panels should be firmly fixed in place to withstand all expected loads, including wind and snow loads.

4. Installation

4-1 Site Selection

 Solar panels should be installed in a location where there is no constant shading.
 In the northern hemisphere, panels should ideally face south, and in the southern hemisphere, panels

should ideally face north.

 Take proper steps to maintain reliability and safety in applications where the panels are installed in

areas that have heavy snow, extreme cold or strong winds.

 Avoid prolonged direct exposure to saltwater. Do not submerse in salt or fresh water.
 When installing on a boat try to choose a location that will have sunlight regularly between 10:00 AM

and 3:00 PM.

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