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General Installation Manual

General Installation Manual for SANYO

can result in burns, sparks, and lethal

• Do not change the wiring of bypass

HIT©

Double Photovoltaic Modules.

shock whether the module is connected

diodes.

Please read this manual completely

or disconnected.

•

not

touch

module

before installation or use of HIT Double

The shock hazard increases as modules

unnecessarily.

The

glass

surface

modules.

This manual

applies

the

are connected in parallel, producing

and frames get hot. There is a risk of

following products:

higher current, and as modules are

burn.

HIT Double 200 (HIP-200DA3)

connected in series, producing higher

HIT Double 195 (HIP-195DA3)

voltage.

CAUTIONS

HIT Double 190 (HIP-190DA3)

The installer assumes the risk of all

HIT Double 186 (HIP-186DA3)

personal injury or property damage that

•

Use

module

for

its

intended

HIT Double 180 (HIP-180DA3)

might occur during installation and

purpose only.

handling of modules.

• Do

not treat any portion of the

INTRODUCTION

To avoid injury or damage:

module with paint or adhesives, to

Thank you for choosing SANYO HIT©

•

Cover the entire front and back

avoid damage to the module,

Double PV modules. With proper operation

surface of the bifacial modules with

inoperable

conditions,

reducing

and maintenance, SANYO modules will

a dense, opaque material such as a

the module’s functionality.

provide you with clean, renewable solar

cardboard box or heavy cloth.

•

HIT

Double

modules have

bifacial

electricity for many years. This manual

• Work only

dry

conditions,

with

performance.

These

modules

contains important installation, maintenance

dry modules and tools.

produce power from both surfaces

and safety information. The word “module”

• Do not stand or step on a module.

of the module at the same time and

as used in this manual refers to one or

• Do not drop a module.

may generate up to 30% more

more PV modules.

Retain this manual for

• Do not break the glass surfaces of a

output power than its’ STC rated

future reference.

module.

value. Refer to Figure 5 for these

Disclaimer of Liability

• Do

not

allow

children

and

output electrical characteristics.

• This additional power depends upon

unauthorized

persons

near

the

SANYO does not assume responsibility and

installation site or storage area of

the level of incident light irradiance

expressly disclaims liability for loss,

modules.

(albedo) available to the back side of

damage, or expense arising out of, or in

•

Completely

ground

all

modules

the module, and can be increased or

any

way

connected

with

installation,

according

applicable

electric

decreased

depending

upon

site

operation,

use,

maintenance

by using

characteristics,

installation

design,

codes.

this manual.

weather, etc.

• Do not disassemble the module, or

SANYO assumes no responsibility for any

• Treat the back side of the module

remove

any part

installed

the

infringement of

patents

other

rights of

manufacturer.

the same as the front side and avoid

third parties, which may result from use of

objects that directly shade the solar

•

not

open

the

cover

the

modules.

cells.

Refer

“Notes

junction box.

No license is granted by implication or

•

installation” section.

Wear suitable

protection

(gloves,

under any patent or patent rights. The

information in this manual is believed to be

clothes, etc.) to prevent direct

GENERAL SAFETY

reliable, but does not constitute an

contact with 30V DC or greater.

Follow all permission,

installation

and

•

Carry a

module

its’

frame

with

expressed and/or implied warranty.

two or more people.Do not carry a

inspection requirements.

SANYO reserves the right to make changes

module

its

wires

junction

• Before installing modules, contact the

to the product,

specifications,

this

box.Wear non-slip gloves.

appropriate

authorities

to determine

manual without prior notice.

permissions, installation and inspection

• Do not drop or place heavy items on

The

return

any modules

will

not

requirements that apply

your

site

accepted by SANYO unless prior written

the surfaces of a module (such as

and installation.

tools).

authorization has been given by SANYO.

•

that

all

other

system

•

Electrically

ground

modules

for

all

Check

General Information

components (inverters, wires, racks,

systems

any

voltage.

not

otherwise specified, it is recommended

The installation of solar modules requires a

balance of system materials, etc.)

that requirements of the latest National

great degree of skill and should only be

are

mechanically

and

electrically

Electrical Code (USA) or Canadian

performed

qualified

licensed

•

compatible.

Electric Code (Canada) or other

professionals, including,

without

limitation,

Do not install the module where

national

international

electrical

licensed contractors and electricians.

flammable gases or vapors are

standards be followed. Refer to “Earth

present.

Ground Wiring” section.

• Never leave a module unsupported

WARNING

•

Check applicable

building

codes to

or unsecured.

ensure

that

the

construction

All

instructions

should

read

and

•

not

use

install

broken

structure

(roof,

facade,

support, etc.)

understood before attempting to install,

modules.

where the modules are being installed

wire, operate, and/or maintain the

•

not

artificially

concentrate

has enough strength.

photovoltaic

module.

modules

sunlight on a module by mirror,

• For modules mounted on roofs, special

generate

electrical

energy

when

Fresnel lens, magnification, etc.

construction or structures may be

exposed to sunlight or other light

•

not

touch

the

junction

box

required

help

provide

proper

sources. Contact with electrically active

terminals.

installation support.

parts of the module such as terminals

General Installation Manual

•

Both

roof

construction

and

module

• Leave 4 inches of clearance between

• Additional output power from the back

installation design have an effect on

the roof and the module frame.

face of the panel can be increased or

the fire resistance of a building.

•

SANYO

recommends

(but does not

decreased depending upon angles of

Improper installation may contribute to

require) the installation method and

installation,

height

from

surfaces,

fire hazards.

Additional devices such

mounting profile shown in Figure 1.

shade from structures or rails, and the

as ground faults, fuses, and

• A module should be attached on a

albedo of surrounding surfaces.

disconnects may be required.

mount or support structure rail by metal

• Please see Figure 6 for the effect of

•

Do not use modules of

different

fittings

(Size: 27x27x14mm, Material;

angles of installation on output power.

specifications in the same series string.

SUS304 or NSSC180). The metal

• The height of a module above a

•

Do not use modules of

different

fitting must meet the following

surface affects the power potential of

specifications in parallel.

specifications. Size: not less than 1.06’’

the module’s back face.

• Check and follow all safety precautions

(27mm) width

• When possible, maximize the height of

of other system components used.

Thickness: not less than 0.12’’ (3 mm)

modules above surfaces in order to

UL Listing Information

Material: Stainless steel

maximize ambient light beneath the

• Bolting torque must be more than 8N.m.

modules.

To satisfy UL standard 1703 requirements,

• Always position support structures and

when installing modules, be sure to:

The following information is provided to

rails along the edges of a module, or

•

Use only stranded or solid

copper

help customers obtain good performance

between modules, and do not allow

single–conductor type UF cable or

without exceeding a module’s operating

rails to shade a module’s back surface.

USE cable, rated sunlight resistant, for

conditions or warranty parameters.

• Light colored surfaces reflect more light

modules and interconnect wiring that is

• Do not artificially concentrate sunlight

than dark colored surfaces. Installing

exposed to weather.

on a module by mirror, Fresnel lens,

HIT Double modules over light colored

• Observe the requirements described in

magnification, etc.

surfaces will increase the output power

sections

labeled INSTALLTION and

• The surface upon which modules are

potential from the back side.

SPECIFICATIONS.

installed is recommended to be flat, to

Operating Conditions

INSTALLATION

prevent

artificially

concentrated

sunlight.

SANYO requires that modules be operated

General

Please read this guide completely before

Installation (reference)

installation or use of the modules. This

section contains electrical and mechanical

This referential figure is for HIT Double

specifications needed before using your

(HIP-xxxDA3, HIT-xxxDA5) modules

SANYO PV modules.

Solar Module

• Modules should be firmly fixed in place

in a manner suitable to withstand all

φ8

expected loads, including wind and

snow loads.

• Metals

used

in locations that are

exposed to moisture shall not be

employed alone or in combinations that

could result in deterioration.

Metal fitting

•

Install

modules where

they

are not

(4 places)

shaded by obstacles like buildings and

trees. Especially pay attention to avoid

partially shading modules by objects

during the daytime.

Mounting

• Modules

are

water resistant, but not

Structure Rail

waterproof. Moisture may leak through

Metal fitting

Solar Module

where the frame and glass connect.

Mounting

• Please contact your SANYO

Authorized Representative with

Structure Rail

questions regarding mounting profiles

M6 Nut

Mounting Structure Rail

for modules if needed.

Spring washer

Notes on Installation

Flat washer

•

Clearance

between the

roof

surface

Metal fitting

and module frame is required to allow

Module

cooling air to circulate under the back

side of

the

module. This also allows

M6 Bolt/setscrew

Mounting Structure Rail

any condensation or moisture to

End of Module

Between Modules

dissipate.

Install modules so

that air

can circulate between the roof and the

Figure 1.

Installation

module as freely as possible.

General Installation Manual

6/13/11

within the following conditions:

1,440Pa (30PSF) in a static state on

seven (7) or fewer.

If connecting eight

1) Terrestrial applications only—no outer

the module surface.

(8) modules in series, check local

space use.

Note: This mechanical loading value

temperature conditions and follow the

The ambient temperature must be

was tested using the following

National Electric Code (690.7) to

within –20°C (-4°F) to 46°C (115°F).

mounting device:

ensure

compliance

with

maximum

The temperature limits are defined as

Provider: AKATSUKI Industries, Ltd.

voltage limitations.

Also, be

sure

the monthly average low and high of

Part number: PVK-AJ4B

calculate and account for the bifacial

the installation site.

Note: HIT Double modules were tested

effect of the modules.

The wind pressure load of the

at 30PSF at UL’s testing lab. Modules

• HIT Double modules are not designed

installation site should be less than

of exactly the same structure

for “off-grid” or battery charging

1,440Pa (30PSF)*.

successfully

achieved

50PSF

load

systems, because of their operating

*Note: HIT Double modules were

ratings at JET’s (Japan Electrical

voltage.

Therefore,

not

tested at 30PSF at UL’s testing lab.

Safety

Environment

Technology

recommended to use them to charge

Modules of exactly the same structure

Laboratories) testing lab, and are

batteries.

successfully

achieved

50PSF

load

certified as fully compliant at 50PSF.

•

These

modules

contain

factory

ratings at JET’s (Japan Electrical

WIRING

installed bypass diodes. If these

Safety

Environment

Technology

modules are incorrectly connected to

Laboratories) testing lab, and are

•

All wiring should be done

each other, the bypass diodes, cable,

certified as fully compliant at 50PSF.

accordance

with

applicable

electrical

or junction box may be damaged.

Modules must not be installed nor

codes.

Array Wiring

operated in areas where, salt, hail,

• Wiring

methods

should

be in

• The

term “array” is used to describe

snow, sand, dust, air pollution,

accordance with the NEC in the USA

the assembly of several modules on a

chemically active vapors, acid rain,

or the CEC in Canada.

support

structure

with

associated

soot, etc., are excessive.

•

qualified,

licensed

professional

wiring.

SPECIFICATIONS

should do all wiring.

•

Use

copper

wire

that

sunlight

•

Wiring should be protected to

help

resistant and is insulated to withstand

•

Rated

electrical

characteristics

are

ensure personal safety and to prevent

the maximum possible system open

within –5% to +10% of the values

its damage.

circuit voltage.

measured at STC. STC Conditions are;

• All modules connected in series should

• Check local codes for requirements.

Irradiance of 1000W/m2, 25oC cell

be of the same model number and/or

temperature,

and

solar

spectral

type.

Earth Ground Wiring

•

irradiance per IEC 60904-3.

•

Do not connect modules in parallel

• Grounding should be carried out by

Under

normal

conditions,

without using a connection box that

attachment to the module or array

photovoltaic

module

may

experience

connects appropriate FUSE for each

frame, to avoid the hazards of electric

conditions that produce more current

series string or each module.

shock or fire.

and/or voltage than reported at

•

Do not disconnect terminals while PV

•

The array frame shall be grounded in

Standard Test Conditions. Accordingly,

modules

generate

electricity

and

accordance

with

NEC

Article 250

the values of Isc and Voc marked on

connect

electrical load

avoid

the

(USA) or CEC in Canada.

modules

should

multiplied

by a

hazard of electrical shock.

• Bonding shall be by a positive means,

factor of 1.25 when determining

•

To avoid the hazard of electric shock

such

clamping,

riveting,

bolted

voltage

ratings, conductor capacities,

and sparks, please connect each cable

screwed

connectors,

welding,

fuse

sizes,

and

size

controls

after confirming the polarity of them is

soldering

brazing.

the

bonding

connected

the

module

output.

correct.

Ground Location (1 place)

Refer to Section 690 of the National

•

should

used in

Cable

conduits

Electrical

Code

(NEC)

for

locations

where

the

wiring

additional multiplying factor of 1.25,

inaccessible

children

small

which may be applicable.

animals.

•

The current output for the modules

Junction Box

• Use caution and design the system in

shown

the

SPECIFICATIONS

consideration of the increased output

section is measured at Standard Test

power (Pmax) and current (Isc) from

Conditions. These conditions may not

the bifacial effect (see Table 1).

be frequently observed in actual

•

Additional

electrical

values

are

practice.

provided up to 30% beyond the STC

Mechanical Loading

values

for

accurate

system

sizing

Backside

including the bifacial effect.

•

HIT Double modules should be

• If in doubt about the expected power

mounted

four

(4)

symmetrical

potential

from

the

bifacial

effect

for

The ground hole

quarter points within the shaded areas

your particular

site,

please

use

the

is on the inside of

(Range A) shown in Figure 4, or any

values stated under the 30% column.

the module frame.

mounting method with a continuous

attachment, by which those four points

Module Wiring

are included in each side.

• The number of modules that can be

•

The

four

symmetrical

quarter

point

method offers a maximum loading of

wired

series

recommended at

Figure 2. Module Ground Position

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