Sanyo HIT POWER 220A, HIT POWER 210A, HIT POWER 215A, HIT POWER 205A User Manual

General Installation Manual

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General Installation Manual for SANYO
HIT® Photovoltaic Modules. Please read
this manual carefully before installing or
using SANYO modules. This manual
applies to the following HIT Power
products:

HIT Power 220A (HIT-N220A01)
HIT Power 215A (HIT-N215A01)
HIT Power 210A (HIT-N210A01)
HIT Power 205A (HIT-N205A01)

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing SANYO HIT
photovoltaic (PV) modules. With proper
operation and maintenance, SANYO HIT
PV modules will provide you with clean,
renewable solar electricity for many years.
This manual contains important installation,
maintenance and safety information. The
word “module” as used in this manual refers
to one or more PV modules. Retain this
manual for future reference.

Disclaimer of Liability
SANYO 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 by using
this manual.
SANYO assumes no responsibility for any
infringement of patents or other rights of
third parties, which may result from use of
modules.
No license is granted by implication or
under any patent or patent rights. The
information in this manual is believed to be
reliable, but does not constitute an
expressed and/or implied warranty.
SANYO reserves the right to make changes
to the product, specifications, data sheets
and this manual without prior notice.

General Information
The installation of solar modules requires a
great degree of skill and should only be
performed by qualified licensed
professionals, including, without limitation,
licensed contractors and electricians.

WARNING

• All instructions should be read and
understood before attempting to
install, wire, operate, and maintain a
photovoltaic module. Contact with
electrically active parts of the
module such as terminals can result
in burns, sparks, and lethal shock
whether the module is connected or
disconnected.

• The installer assumes the risk of all
injury that might occur during

installation, including, without
limitation, the risk of electric shock.

• PV modules generate DC(direct
current) electrical energy when
exposed to sunlight or other light
sources. Even a single module
produces enough voltage and
current, to cause shocks and burns
if safety precautions are not
followed.

• The shock hazard increases as
modules are connected in parallel,
producing higher current, and as
modules are connected in series,
producing higher voltages.

• To avoid the hazard of electric
sparks, shock, fire, burns, damage
and injury:

• Cover the entire front surface of
the PV modules with a dense,
opaque material such as a
cardboard box, during installation
and handling of the modules.

• Work only in dry conditions, with
dry modules and dry tools.

• Do not stand or step on a modules.

• Do not puncture, cut, scratch

ordamage the back sheet of a
module. Back sheet damage will
void a module’s Limited Warranty
and may cause fire. Never use

modules with a damaged back
sheet.

• Do not allow children and
unauthorized persons near the
installation or storage site of
modules.

• Completely ground all modules.

• Do not disassemble a module,

attempt any repair, open the
junction box cover, nor remove
any parts installed by Sanyo.
There are no user serviceable
parts within the module or
junction box.

• Unauthorized persons - except the
qualified licensed professional ­should not perform any electrical
work, including wiring.

• Wear suitable clothing, guards,
eye protection and gloves to
prevent you from direct contact
with 30 VDC or greater.

• Wear non-slip gloves and carry
modules by the frame using both
hands. Do not attempt to carry a
module by yourself.

• Do not carry a module by its wires
or junction box.

• Do not drop anything on the
surface of a module.

• Ensure all system components
are compatible, and they do not

subject the module to mechanical
or electrical hazards.

• Sparks may occur; do not install
modules where flammable gases
or vapors are present.

• Never rest or leave a module

unsupported or unsecured.

• Do not drop modules.

• Do not use or install broken

modules.

• Do not artificially concentrate

sunlight on a module.

• Do not touch the junction box

terminals.

• Do not change the wiring of

bypass diodes.

CAUTIONS

• Use a module for its intended
purpose only.

• Do not treat the back sheet, frame,
or front surface with paint or
adhesives, to avoid reducing its’
functionality, damage, and causing
inoperable conditions, and other
unknown troubles.

GENERAL SAFETY
Follow all permissions, installation and
inspection requirements.

• Before installing modules, contact the
appropriate authorities having
jurisdiction to determine permissions,
installation and inspection
requirements, which should be
followed.

• Electrically ground modules for all
systems of any voltage. If not
otherwise specified, it is recommended
that requirements of the latest National
Electrical Code (USA) or Canadian
Electric Code (Canada) or other
national or international electrical
standards be followed. Refer to “Earth
Ground Wiring” section for more
information.

• Be sure that the building or structure
(roof, façade, etc.) where the modules
are being installed has enough
strength to support the load of the
modules.

• For modules mounted on roofs, special
structures may be required to help
provide proper installation support.

• Both, roof construction and module
installation design have an effect on
the fire resistance of a building.
Improper installation may contribute to
fire hazards. Additional devices such
as ground fault, fuses, and disconnects
may be required.

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Installation

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• Do not use modules of different
specifications in the same system.

• Follow all safety precautions of other
system components which are used.

UL Listing Information

To satisfy UL requirements, when installing
the modules, be sure to:

1) Use only stranded or solid copper
single–conductor type PV wire or USE­2 cable, 12AWG or larger conductors,

rated 600V, 90℃, sunlight resistant, for
modules and interconnect wiring that is

exposed to weather.

2) Observe the requirements described in
sections labeled INSTALLATION and
SPECIFICATIONS.

INSTALLATION
General

Please read this guide completely before
installing or using your Sanyo PV modules.
This section contains important electrical
and mechanical specifications.

• Modules should be firmly fixed in place
in a manner suitable to withstand all
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 or
corrosion.

• Install modules where they are not
shaded by obstacles like buildings and
trees. Pay special attention to avoid
partially shading the modules by
objects during the daytime.

• If needed, contact an Authorized
Representative with questions
regarding mounting profiles for Sanyo
PV modules.

Notes on Installation

• Clearance between the roof surface
and module frame is required to allow
cooling air to circulate around the back
of the module. This also allows any
condensation or moisture to dissipate.
Install modules so that air can circulate
between the roof and the module.

• Leave 1 inch of clearance between the
roof and the module frame. If other
mounting means are employed this
may effect the temperature of the panel.

• SANYO recommends the installation
method and mounting profile shown in
Figure 1.

• A module should be attached on a
mount or support structure rail by metal
clamps. The metal clamp must fulfill
the following specifications.

Size: not less than 1.5” (38 mm)
width
Thickness: not less than 0.12”(3 mm)

Material: aluminum alloy

bolt torque range: 16N.m to 20N.m.

Operating Conditions

SANYO requires that modules be operated
within the following Operating Conditions:

1) Terrestrial applications only—no outer
space or Special Conditions (see
below).

2) The ambient temperature must be
within –20°C (-4°F) to 46°C (115°F).
The temperature limits are defined as
the Monthly Average High or Low of
the installation site.

3) The wind pressure load of the
installation site should be less than
2,880N/m2 (60PSF).

4) Some environmental conditions could
apply. Please refer to Sanyo’s warranty
exclusions.

SPECIFICATIONS
Notes on Specifications

1) Rated electrical characteristics are
within –5% to +10% of the values

Installation (reference)

Metal clamp A
(2 places)

Metal clamp A

Metal clamp A

M8 Bolt

M8 Nut

38mm

Metal clamp B
(2 places)

Mounting
Structure Rail

Mounting Structure Rail

End of Module

measured at Standard Test Conditions
(STC). STC conditions are; Irradiance
of 1000W/m, 25oC cell temperature,
and solar spectral irradiance per IEC
60904-3. Note: At the time of
shipment, Sanyo guarantees the output
level of its modules to be -0/+10%
against Rated Power in
SPECIFICATIONS based on Sanyo’s
factory inspection at STC conditions.

2) Under real conditions, a photovoltaic
module may experience conditions
that produce more current and/or
voltage than reported at Standard
Test Conditions. Therefore, Isc value
of modules should be multiplied by a
factor of 1.25 to determine ampacity.
An additional factor of 1.25 may be
required for sizing conductors, fuses,
disconnects, etc. Please refer to

section 690.8 of the National
Electrical Code (NEC) for guidelines.
The Voc must be factored according
to the lowest recorded ambient
temperature recorded for the
location where the modules will be
installed. Please refer to section

690.7 of the NEC for more
information regarding voltage

38mm

Metal clamp B

Metal clamp B

Module

Mounting Structure

Solar Module

Solar Module

M8 Bolt

M8 Nut

Between Modules

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temperature.

3) The current output for the modules
shown in the SPECIFICATIONS
section is measured at Standard Test
Conditions. These conditions may not
be frequently observed in actual
practice.

Mechanical Loading

• The modules should be mounted at the
four (4) quarter points by the means
shown in Figure 2.

• This method offers a maximum load of
2,880N/m2 (60PSF) in a static state on
the module surface.
Note: This mechanical loading value
was tested using the following
mounting device.
> Provider: UniRac, Inc.
> Part number: SolarMount®

Clamps type: TOP MOUNTING

Clamp size: F size,

Unirac Part No.320029, 320102

WIRING
General

• All wiring should be done in
accordance with applicable electrical
codes.

• Wiring methods should be in
accordance with the NEC in USA or
CEC in Canada.

• A qualified, licensed professional
should do all wiring.

• Wiring should be protected to help
ensure personal safety and to prevent
its damage.

• All modules connected in series should
be of the same model number and/or
type.

• Do not connect modules in parallel
without using a connection box.

Module Wiring

• The number of modules that can be
wired in series is recommended to be
ten (10) or fewer. If connecting eleven
(11) modules in series, check local
temperature conditions and follow the
National Electric Code (690.7) to
ensure compliance with maximum
voltage limitations.

• When installing a PV array, the system
design must be completed with
reference to the module electrical
specifications for proper selection of
inverters, fuses, breakers, charging
controllers, batteries and other storage
devices.

• These modules contain factory
installed bypass diodes. If these
modules are incorrectly connected to

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each other, the bypass diodes, cable,
or junction box may be damaged.

Array Wiring

• The term “array” is used to describe
the assembly of several modules on a
support structure with associated
wiring.

• Use copper wire which insulation is
sunlight resistant and can withstand
the maximum possible system open
circuit voltage.

• Interconnection of modules must be
performed in a professional fashion.
Wires should be secured and only
reasonable slack should be allowed.

• Check local codes for requirements.

Earth Ground Wiring

• All modules should be grounded. All
structures or metallic components in
direct contact with the modules or
electric wires should be properly
grounded too. To avoid the hazards of
electric shock or fire, modules should
be grounded by the frame only the at
the locations marked in this manual.

• The array frame shall be grounded in
accordance with NEC Article 250
(USA) or CEC in Canada.

• Bonding shall be by a positive means,
such as clamping, riveting, bolted or
screwed connectors, or welding,
soldering or brazing. If the bonding
means depends upon screw threads
two or more screws or two full threads
of a single screw must engage the
metal.

• Great care should be exercised to
ensure that corrosion caused by the
grounding means be avoided.
Corrosion can increase the resistance
of the grounding connection on the
module, or can even cause the
grounding connection to fail entirely.
Corrosion can be caused by the effects
of weather, humidity, dirt and so on. It
can also be caused when two
dissimilar metals are in contact
(galvanic reaction).
 Note that the module frame material

is aluminum/magnesium alloy.

• All fasteners (nuts, bolts, washers,

screws, etc.) must be stainless steel
unless otherwise specified. Length of
self-tapping screw or bolt should not
be more than 0.78’’(20 mm) in order
to avoid contacting the back-sheet of
the module.

• The ground wire must be No.12 AWG

(3.5mm2).

• Recommended torque value is 2.3N.m

(20in-lb).

• Each ledge on the module frame has
two smaller holes for self-tapping
screws (0.165’‘diameter (4.2 mm)) and
two larger holes for bolts
(0.205’‘diameter (5.2 mm)). These
ground holes are marked with a “G”
adjacent to their location on the frame
rail (see Figure 3.1). Ground wires
must be connected to the module’s
metal frame at one of these locations.

• There are two methods available to
ground modules. Select one method.

>Wire connection using cup washers
(see Figures 3.2 and 3.3)

・ The use of cup washers is to prevent

wire from slipping out from under the
screw head (and/or the flat washer).

・ Make sure that the cup washer is

placed between the wire and the
module frame.

・ Choose an adequate size for the cup

washer and the flat washer so that the
wire is fully clamped between them.

・ Note: Cup washers are also called as

terminal cup washers.

・ The cup washers should be stainless

steel, or a cup washer made of brass
may be used only if a large flat washer
made of stainless steel is inserted
between the module frame and the cup
washer.

・ Choose the adequate size for the large

flat washer (between the module frame
and the cup washer) so that the cup

Ground Location

(smaller holes for self-tapping screw)

PVU- B50. 2
IP65
600V

PVU- B50. 2

Label

Junction Box

Backside

The ground holes
are on the backside of
the module frame.

Ground Location

(larger holes for bolt and nut )

Module Ground Position

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Figure

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Configuration of

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washer doesn’t contact the module
frame and is fixed stably to the module
frame.

Method 1- Use a self tapping screw (see
Figures 3.1 and 3.2)

• If using this method, use one of the
smaller holes with diameter of

0.165’‘ (4.2 mm)

• The self-tapping screw size must be
No.10 (0.190’‘ diameter (4.83mm)).

• This method requires a minimum
number of threads-per-inch to achieve
an adequate electrical connection. For
a single screw, the thread pitch must
be at least 32 threads per inch (TPI).
A single screw less than 32 TPI does
not provide sufficient thread contact.
Note: Self-tapping screws are also
called as thread cutting screws.

Method 2- Use a bolt and nut (see
Figures 3.1 and 3.3)

• If using this method, use one of the
larger holes with diameter of

0.205’‘ (5.2 mm)
The bolt and nut size should be No.8
(0.164’‘ diameter (4.16 mm)), or No.10
(0.190’‘ diameter (4.83 mm)) or M5
(0.197’‘ diameter (5.0 mm)).

• Star washers must be used to make
contact through the anodization of the
module for this method.

• In this case, the screw threads are not
providing the electrical ground contact.

Module Terminations

• A junction box as a terminal enclosure
is equipped for electrical connections.

• Modules are equipped with MCTM plugs
as a terminal enclosure. Use these

MCTM plugs for electrical connections.

Junction Box and Terminals

• Modules are equipped with one
junction box containing terminals for
both, positive and negative polarity,
and bypass diodes.

• Each terminal is provided with factory
installed lead cables and latching
connector for series and string
connections. Always use these
connectors and do not detach them
from cables.

• Latching connectors and type IV and
made by Multi-Contact. Supplied
connectors are listed by UL.

• In order to comply with NEC 2008, a
locking sleeve needs to be used with
all connectors that are exposed.

• The locking sleeve (PV-SSH4) is made
by Multi-Contact and can only be
released with a special tool also made
by Multi-Contact (PV-MS). Locking

sleeves are not supplied with modules
and must be purchased separately.

Conduit

• In applications where wire raceways or
conduit are used, follow the applicable
codes for outdoor installations.

• Verify that all fittings are properly
installed to protect wires against
damage and prevent moisture intrusion.

DIODES
Bypass Diodes

• When modules in series strings are
partially shaded, it may cause reverse
voltage across cells or modules,
because the current from other cells in
the same series is forced to flow
through the shaded area. This may
cause undesirable heating to occur.

• The use of a diode to bypass the
shaded area can minimize both heating
and array current reduction.

• Modules are equipped with factory
installed bypass diodes. The factory­installed diodes provide proper circuit
protection for the systems within the
specified system voltage, so that you
do not need any other additional
bypass diodes.

• Contact your SANYO Authorized
Representative for proper diode type, if
it is necessary to add or change diodes
due to system specifications.

MAINTENANCE

• Some maintenance is recommended to
maintain optimal output performance of
the solar modules.

• If the module surface becomes dirty, it
may reduce output power.

• It is recommended to clean the surface
of the module with water and a soft
cloth or sponge, twice or more per year.

• A mild non-abrasive detergent may be
applied for persistent dirt.

• It is also recommended to inspect the
electrical and mechanical connections
annually.

• If you need electrical or mechanical
inspection or maintenance, it is
recommended to have a licensed
authorized professional carry out the
inspection or maintenance to avoid the
hazards of electric shock or injury.

P V U - B 5 0 . 2
I P 6 5
6 0 0 V

P V U - B 5 0 . 2

Cable

Connector

TM

MC

Plug

negative ( - ) positive ( + )

Junction Box

The return of any modules will not be
accepted by SANYO unless prior written
authorization has been given by SANYO.

As part of SANYO’s policy of continuous
improvement, SANYO reserves the right to
change product specifications at any time
without prior notice.

For further information, please visit

sanyo.com/solar or contact your SANYO

Authorized Representative.

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Figure 3.2

(

Method 1

)

ground

holes illustrated in Figure

*

If using a brass cup washer, a fl

at washer must be inserted between the cup washer and

*

If using a brass cup washer, a flat washer must be inserted between the cup washer and

Figure 3.3

(

Method 2)

ground

holes illustrated in Figure

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Cup washer (Terminal cup)
(Stainless steel or *brass)

Flat washer (Stainless steel)

Spring washer (Stainless steel)

Frame (Longer side)

Grounding hole
(0.165’‘ diameter (4.2 mm) )

Glass

Backsheet

*Flat washer (Stainless steel)

Ground wire (#12AWG)
(wound around the screw)

Grounding method
using self-tapping screw

Note: Use the smaller

3.1.

Self-tapping screw (Stainless steel)
#10-32

module frame, and the flat washer diameter must be greater than the cup washer diameter.

Frame (Longer side)

Cup washer (Terminal cup)
(Stainless steel or *brass)

Flat washer (Stainless steel)

Spring washer (Stainless steel)

Length
(not less than 0.47’‘(12 mm)
not more than 0.78’‘(20 mm))

Glass

Backsheet

Nut (Stainless steel)

Flat washer (Stainless steel)

Star washer (Stainless steel)

Grounding hole

0.205’‘ diameter
(5.2 mm))

*Flat washer (Stainless steel)

Ground wire (#12AWG)
(wound around the bolt)

Grounding method
using bolt and nut

Note: Use the larger

3.1.

Bolt (Stainless steel)
#8, #10, M5

module frame, and the flat washer diameter must be greater than the cup washer diameter.

Length
(not less than 0.63’‘(16 mm)
not more than 0.78’‘(20 mm))

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Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions

Front

Junction Box

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SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Specifications
Model HIT Power 220A HIT Power 215A HIT Power 210A HIT Power 205A

(HIT-N220A01) (HIT-N215A01) (HIT-N210A01) (HIT-N205A01)

Cell Number in Series 72 72 72 72
Rated Power, Watts (Pmax) 220 215 210 205
Maxi mum Power Voltage (Vpm) 42.7 42.0 41.3 40.7
Maxi mum Power Current (Ipm) 5.17 5.13 5.09 5.05
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 52.3 51.6 50.9 50.3
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 5.65 5.61 5.57 5.54
Cell Type HIT HIT HIT HIT
Maxi mum System Voltage (Voc) 600 600 600 600
Factory Installed Bypass Diodes 3 3 3 3
Maxi mum series fuse (A) 15 15 15 15

Length, mm (inches)
Width, mm (inches)
Frame Depth, mm (inches)

Weight, kg (pounds)

Dimensions in mm

All HIT Power A Models (HIT-NxxxA01)

Mount Locations

PVU -B50 .2
IP6 5
600 V

PVU -B5 0.2

Label

negative (-)

103cm
(40.6 in)

Connector (MC TM Plug)

1580 (62.2)

798 (31.4)

46 (1.8)

16 (35.3)

positive (+)

118cm
(46.5 in)

Section A-A’

6

Ground (4 places)

Side

Backside

Note : A module should be installed on a mounting structure rail in accordance with the following

＞Use four (4) symmetrical mounting within setting range A.

: range A

Section B-B’

Figure 2 Dimensions