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1. these protections include safety boots with insulation for above 1000V gloves with 1000V insulation as well as a helmet and appropriate clothes Contact with VAC VDC voltage equal or higher than 30 V is potentially dangerous Do not use PV modules with different electrical or physical configurations in a single PV system Keep children away from the system and the PV modules during installation Do not carry out the installation in heavy rain or wind For handling electrical components always use appropriate tools covered with insulating materials It is recommended to avoid handling modules in humid conditions Before handling and installing PV modules remove your rings and other metal jewels It is important to remember that the active front panel of the module is made of glass and can break if it receives an impact In cases of broken glass the module must not be installed as it will have lost the electrical insulation of the cells and will have a much lower performance level Makama vy Siliken Warnings and electrical hazards Do not allow objects to fall on the photovoltaic module and do not sit on lean on or walk on the photovoltaic module on either side glass or rear sheet given that it could cause the cells to break and therefore significantly lower the power and energy performance of the modules Do not open the connection box of the photovoltaic module The cover of the connection box has a safety seal to guaran2. each series These fuses will facilitate maintenance and control tasks but they will mainly protect the series from each other should the polarity of one of the series of modules be incorrectly connected Series fuse overcurrent protection rating of 15 A Makama vy Siliken Protection fuses The design level current for these fuses must be multiplied by a factor of 1 25 times the Isc of the photovoltaic module measured under standard test conditions 92 94 Witt and 77 C 1 000 Wim and 25 C The fuses must be suitable for direct current systems with a breaking capacity greater than the sum of the intensities of the series of connected modules using the method indicated in the National Electrical Code Failure to install this type of protection in the event of an incorrect positive and negative polarity connection will cause the reversed series to act as an electricity receiver causing severe damage to both the diodes and the other electrical components of the modules WARNING Failure to comply with the provisions of this section will lead to the loss of guarantee and the exoneration of Siliken from any type of responsibility for damage to property or injury to people Atakama sy Siliken 13 14 Warnings and electrical hazards The installation handling and maintenance of the photovoltaic modules must be carried out by qualified personnel duly equipped with individual protections For information purposes
3. operation of the module and thus reduce its performance Before making any type of connection to protect the module from the effects of polarization be sure to consult the inverter manufacturer to see if it can be connected adequately to protect against these kinds of effects Do not use the ground of the structure or of the module s frame to provide this type of protection against polarization This could be hazardous Makama wy Siliken Declaration of CE conformity Mtakama vy Siliken EC Declaration of Conformity Directive 2004 108 EC EMC Directive Directive 2006 95 EEC and 93 68 EEC Low Voltage Directive We Siliken S A Parque Tecnol gico de Paterna Ronda Isaac Peral y Caballero 14 46980 Paterna Valencia C I F A 97114516 Declare under sole responsibility that the product Solar Photovoltaic Modules trade mark ATAKAMA models ATK P60 ATK P60S ATK P60T ATK P60U ATK P60V Fulfils the requeriments of the standard EN 61000 6 1 2007 EN 61000 3 2007 EN 60270 2002 EN 61140 2002 A1 2006 EN 61730 2 2007 EN 60664 1 2007 EN 60664 3 2003 A1 2010 EN 60664 5 2007 EN 61730 1 2007 and therefore corresponds to the regulations of the EC Directives 2004 108 EC 2006 95 EEC and 93 68 EEC The product was first marked with CE on year 2011 Paterna Valencia March 2011 Gonzalo J Navarro Paulo Chief Executive Officer 31 32 Notes Atakama vy Siliken Mtakama by siliken Ron
4. C EN 61730 higher than 120V hazardous power applications higher than 240W where general contact access is anticipated Modules qualified for safety through EN IEC 61730 1 and 2 within this application class are considered to meet the requirements for Safety Class II WARNING Failure to comply with the provisions of this section will lead to the loss of guarantee and the exoneration of Siliken from any type of responsibility for damage to property or injury to people Atakama sy Siliken 17 18 Current voltage curves The graphs of the technical data sheets show the behaviour of the photovoltaic modules Two types of Current Voltage curves l V are shown At different radiations and constant temperature 77 F 25 C At different temperature and constant radiation 92 94 Witt 1000 Wim The standard test conditions or STC used for module labelling are Radiation 92 94 W ft 1000 W m Cell temperature 77 F 25 C Air Mass 1 5 It must be noted that the voltage and current behaviour of the cells depends on the solar radiation and temperature Therefore the actual operating conditions of a photovoltaic module will depend on the region where the module is installed and the ambient conditions in that region The voltage dependence in relation to radiation is defined by a logarithmic function at low radiation levels a high voltage is obtained However the current dependence in relation to radiation
5. Instructions For use Photovoltaic module Mtakama y Siliken Mtakama y Siliken SILIKEN appreciates your support for our products We recommend that you read this instruction manual carefully in its entirely before handling the photovoltaic module Table of contents Mtakama vy Siliken 1 Important safety InStruCtONS ooooonionocionionicioninneccononnoncnnnnncnnoncnnroninnnnnos 3 2 Product dESCTPON ccicionirincatadc eric dins ba 4 3 Recommendations TOF USE isisisi docs tessa vievaste reads cians veininaeanetenereiasswaasreati etnies 6 4 Product certificates and guarante o o cece eee ee nee naciona 8 5 By Pass JOES riiscia iniia 10 6 Operating voltages ss senate aeaea a rE a ROTE 13 7 Prolectioniuses isise mae naaa aeaaea na AEA 14 8 Warnings and electrical hazards scsssssssssssssccccccccsssssssssssssssunnnseseeses 16 9 Current voltage UN o 20 10 Mechanical assembly instructions ono 22 11 Module maltes ita 33 12 Module frame gro 35 13 Declaration of CE COn MI raid 41 Safety instructions Atakama s Siliken This instruction manual and the product labels contain a series of important safety messages They should be read carefully before handling or connecting the photovoltaic module since the module produces electricity as soon as the cells are exposed to sunlight The safety warning symbol is shown before each safety message included in this instructions manu
6. a secure manner using special fixing systems or assembly sets for photovoltaic systems The ideal orientation for the photovoltaic module is towards geographic south in the northern hemisphere or towards geographical north in the southern hemisphere The inclination of the module will depend on the requirements of the installation itself grid connection systems or isolated supply Install the module so that the connection box cable holders are never oriented upwards in the direction of the inclination Makama wy Siliken Mechanical assembly of the modules cable glands Atakama 21 22 Mechanical assembly of the modules Siliken recommends that the modules not be installed at reduced inclination angles that could cause dirt to accumulate on the glass or on the edges of the frame Siliken recommends a minimum inclination of 5 In the case of roof top PV modules leave space at their back side to allow for proper ventilation minimum of 50 mm 1 97 inches VENTILATION For integrated modules that serve as a roof tile it must be assured that the rear part of the modules is ventilated A photovoltaic module is not a structural element Be sure that the module is not going to support any load that could cause the tempered glass to break Maximum permitted loads for PV modules refer to uniformly distributed loads of wind and or snow Therefore do not install PV modules in areas Makama vy Siliken Mechani
7. ach the module around the perimeter are also acceptable such as those designed for integration on roofs or similar methods A minimum space of 5 mm must be left between modules in order to prevent contact between them due to thermal expansion For less space between modules rubber gaskets that prevent contact must be used The recommended layout in the event that anchor clamps are used for the module with a frame is the layout shown in the following schematic of the Atakama PV modules Makama wy Siliken Mechanical assembly of the modules Atakama vy Siliken 330 330 3 330 330 330 of Always shield the module s back surface from contacting outside objects or structure parts especially when the module is under load The back coating could be damaged 25 26 Mechanical assembly of the modules For any questions please contact the Technical Department of Siliken WARNING Failure to comply with the provisions of this section will lead to the loss of guarantee and the exoneration of Siliken from any type of responsibility for damage to property or injury to people For any modification that may need to be made to what is detailed in this section of the user manual contact Siliken in order to jointly evaluate the possibility of allowing any such variations which may be necessary in specific cases of some photovoltaic module installation systems Makama vy Sili
8. al This symbol indicates that there is a personal safety hazard which would affect both you and others and cause damage to the products or other property This user manual must not contradict any regulation that could have changed since the manual s last publication date Warning any fault in the module caused by failure to comply with the warnings stipulated in this instructions manual will lead to the complete withdrawal of the module s guarantee together with the full exoneration of SILIKEN from any responsibility derived of any kind Product description Your photovoltaic Standard module is comprised of the following elements 1 FRAME In anodised aluminium providing a system for anchoring the module to the support structure 2 GLASS Ultra transparent 3 2 mm thick tempered glass providing rigidity to the unit and protecting the active surface of the cells 3 and 5 EVA Ethylene Vinyl Acetate its function is to encapsulate the cell circuit 4 CELLS Highly efficient crystalline silicon solar cells These generate the electricity 6 BACK ISOLATION SHEET Providing electrical insulation to the rear surface of the module 7 CONNECTION BOX IP65 specification Providing a simple method of electrically connecting the module to the rest of the installation Makama wy Siliken Recommendations for use Mtakama vy Siliken Ensure that the module is located appropriately it must not be placed beneath the shade o
9. cal assembly of the modules in which snow tends to accumulate or icicles and or ice plugs could obstruct water drainage and cause damage to the module In areas with heavy snowfall adjust the height of the mounted structure so that snow does not cover any active part of the front side or any back parts such as the connection box or cables for a prolonged period of time in winter The modules with frames are supplied with 4 holes on the aluminum frame at the distances and with the diameters that are specified in the data sheets of the products These holes are used to secure the module to a structure which must have been designed by a qualified technician to support the loads produced by wind and snow as indicated in the Directive of Construction 89 106 EEC and the Directive 2002 91 EEC Energy Efficiency Building The module must be mechanically fixed at least at these four points The module is certified when anchored with M8 bolts in 4 fixing holes on the frame with a minimum torque of 10 Nm 7 4 ft lbf and a maximum of 15 Nm 11 1 ft lbf Use tools for checking the torque It is recommended the use rubber joints long lasting synthetic rubber Makama vy Siliken 23 24 Mechanical assembly of the modules to avoid direct contact between the metal parts of the PV module and the supporting structure as well as to prevent possible deformations of the parts that could damage the module Other fastening methods that att
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11. e connected in short circuit to avoid this Respect the electrical polarity of the modules You must remember that they are direct current modules and as such direct current is required for their correct operation In addition when connecting the different components of an isolated installation you must always connect the batteries first followed by the module and finally the power supply e Do not use the connection box or the connection cables to hold or transport the module You could damage some of its components and affect its waterproofness as well as the electrical security e Always handle the module with care even if it has the aluminium frame Any blow on the glass or on a corner of the frame could deform it enough to break the glass Do not dismantle modify or adapt the PV module Do not remove any part or the identification label from a PV module installed by Siliken If you do so the guarantee will be invalid Do not apply paint or adhesives to the back side of the PV module WARNING SILIKEN shall not be held responsible or liable for any possible decrease in the electricity production of the photovoltaic module supplied nor shall it consider said reduction to be a manufacturing defect if it is the result of the failure to observe the recommendations for use described herein Product certificates and guarantee Atakama y siliken Product certificates and guarantee Atakama photovoltaic standard modules hav
12. e been designed and manufactured in accordance with IEC EN 61215 UL 1703 standards and complies with the safety standards Qualification of photovoltaic modules IEC61730 class A class Il In order to comply with these international standards high quality and durable materials have been used In addition Atakama has a series of rigorous quality controls established for each phase of the production process along with a final quality control of the output power for all manufactured modules Siliken provides a 10 year guarantee for the materials of the photovoltaic module and against any possible defects of the photovoltaic module due to the manufacturing process By pass diodes Atakama vy siliken The photovoltaic module must be protected with by pass diodes The absence of these diodes could cause the photovoltaic module to malfunction or even ultimately lead to its destruction as it could catch on fire Siliken delivers its modules with by pass diodes included inside the connections box The photovoltaic cells have two operating modes it operates as a current generator or as a current consumer A cell exposed to solar radiation provides a current ranging between 6 and 8 amps with a potential difference of around 0 6 volts However when a cell is partially shaded by the leaves of a tree for example it starts to consume the electricity generated by the other cells to which it is connected At the area of the cell that changes from a sun
13. f all guarantees and the exoneration of SILIKEN for any responsibility which may be derived from said failure For any additional information related to the modules Atakama ATK P60 series please refer to the annexed technical data sheets 28 Makama vy Siliken Module frame grounding Mtakama ty Siliken All exposed metal parts of PV module frames must be grounded during installation per NEC 690 43 and to accomplish this Siliken recommends the following components 1 M4 AISI304 stainless steel bolt with hexagonal nut 2 DIN67982 stainless steel serrated washers 1 Cable gland type connector for 10 AWG cable with washer for M4 bolt Assemble as shown in the following diagram AAA 29 30 Module frame grounding The ground connection must be made using green and yellow cables with a cross section of 2 5 mm or more and with plastic insulation that is suitable for a minimum temperature of 90 C While crystalline PV modules are not likely to polarize and their operation is not usually harmed by these types of effects it is advisable to protect the negative polarity of the cells from possible electrical signals that are uncontrollable or unpredictable It is advisable to avoid high potential differences between the glass assembly and the frame with respect to the negative of the module series This can cause the glass and encapsulating materials to become positively charged which could affect the electrical
14. f streetlights trees other buildings or even shade produced by other modules Electricity production can be considerably reduced by the effect of shade e Install the PV module allowing air to circulate freely see also section 6 of this manual This will facilitate the natural ventilation of the module The module is designed to work in temperatures between 40 C and 85 C 40 F and 185 F In addition both polycrystalline modules produce more energy in lower temperatures Therefore proper ventilation favors higher power generation Itis important to orient the active surface of the modules towards the south as much as possible in the northern hemisphere and towards the north as much as possible in the southern hemisphere e The metal support structure for the photovoltaic modules should be connected to ground in the manner indicated in the Low Voltage Directive 93 68 EEC and 2006 95 EEC and National Electrical Code Ensure that the cables of the installation that connect modules to other modules as well as those that lead to the load regulator batteries or any other part of the installation are not too tight since this could damage module connections or the cables themselves Use cable ties or cable clamps to fix the cables to the structure Do not leave connectors unplugged for long periods of time dirt may Recommendations for use Atakama vy Siliken prevent subsequent connection We recommend that the modules ar
15. is defined by a linear function it increases in direct proportion to the increase in solar radiation Atakama vy Siliken Current voltage curves The voltage and current dependence with temperature is defined by a linear function On one hand the voltage decreases as the temperature increases at a ratio of 2 15 mV C per cell in series On the other the current increases at 3 50 mA C Therefore of the 7 5 to 8 amps that the module is capable of generating at 77 F 25 C the current increases slightly with each degree centigrade of increase in the module temperature while the voltage decreases In general we observe a decrease of the photovoltaic module power as the operating temperature increases at a ratio of 0 47 C For example a module of 220 Wp will lose 0 95 Wp for every additional C in the cells The module operates at between 122 and 158 F 50 and 70 C when it generates electricity with radiation of between 800 and 1100 W m and a wind speed of less than 1 m s Atakama sy Siliken 19 20 Mechanical assembly of the modules The indications stated below are general for any type of module When assembling the modules the safety conditions stipulated in the Low Voltage Directive 93 68 EEC and 2006 95 EEC and the Framework Directive on Safety and Health at Work 89 391 EEC 91 383 EEC 2003 134 EEC 89 654 EEC 89 655 EEC 89 656 EEC 92 57 EEC and 92 58 EEC Standard Modules must be anchored in
16. ken Module maintenance Atakama photovoltaic modules require a minimum level of maintenance throughout their useful life which includes the following operations Cleaning of the photovoltaic modules The energy production of the solar module can be affected if the glass is dirty Periodically clean the modules to guarantee maximum production The steps below should be followed O Spray the front surface of the PV module with plenty of water at ambient temperature and at low pressure for approximately 3 minutes Pressurized water max of 100 bar can also be used from a distance of no less than 50 cm O Clean the front surface with a soft polyurethane sponge or a soft cotton cloth by wiping in circular motions O Rinse the front surface of the PV module with plenty of water to eliminate any remaining dirt Do not use detergents or cleaning products chemical products A metal elements cutting tools scrapers or sharp instruments which can damage the glass surface This could cause a decrease of output power Atakama sy siliken 27 Module maintenance Check the tightness and condition of the electrical connectors annually Visually inspect the cables and compression glands Visually inspect the front face of the photovoltaic modules to verify that there are no defects WARNING Failure to perform the checks and minimum maintenance operations established in these instructions will lead to the withdrawal o
17. lit area to a shaded area an effect known as a hot spot occurs whereby due to the circulation of current the overheating produced is such that it may set the materials on fire and destroy the module The maximum number of cells connected in series per diode is 20 cells for Atakama PV modules By pass diodes Atakama Normal operation Operation with the cell in the shade 10 By pass diodes WARNING For the aforementioned reasons it is important that the diodes are not removed from the connection box In the event of by pass diode failure they must be replaced with original by pass diode spares and by personnel authorized and trained by Siliken From the moment that the failure in the diodes occurs and until they are replaced the affected photovoltaic module s must remain disconnected from the other modules on the photovoltaic array thus guaranteeing that the circuit remains open In any event the decision to change the diodes is the responsibility of Siliken WARNING Failure to use original spares or parts replaced by personnel without the authorisation of SILIKEN etc shall lead to the withdrawal of the guarantee of the photovoltaic module and SILIKEN shall automatically be exonerated from any responsibility for damage caused to property or harm caused to people Makama vy Siliken Operating voltage The maximum voltage of the system is 1000 V in Europe see module label and 600 V in USA see module label The
18. maximum number of modules to be connected in series in cell temperature conditions of 71 F 1 25 C is 16 in USA and 24 in Europe WARNING the value for the maximum number of modules must be corrected based their location and in accordance with the correction parameters provided in the formula since the voltage increases as the temperature decreases Calculate the value based on the lowest temperature in the region where the modules will be installed Maximum system voltage Max no of modules 1 77 x no cell x 0 00215 Wer Makama vy Siliken 11 12 Protection fuses Attention Under normal conditions a photovoltaic module 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 module should be multiplied by a factor of 1 25 when determining component voltage ratings conductor ampacities fuse sizes and size of controls connected to the PV output Attention Refer to Section 690 8 of the National Electrical Code for an additional multiplying factor of 125 percent 80 percent derating which may be applicable For field connections use minimum No 10 AWG copper wires insulated for a minimum of 194 F 90 C Once the modules are connected in series to obtain the correct input voltage for each type of inverter it is essential that protection fuses are located between the inverter and
19. tee to the customer that it has been correctly sealed to provide IP65 level of protection If the cover is not correctly sealed there is a risk of damage to the module due to water ingress Do not disconnect the terminals of the modules if they are electrically connected to other devices of the system Before loosening connectors disconnect the modules from the inverter or the battery charger using switches Before handling any electrical parts of the PV installation cover the active surface of the module from sun light Do not use mirrors or magnifying lenses to concentrate light on the PV modules they were not designed for this When handling and installing the module we recommend covering the active surface of the photovoltaic module since the modules generate electricity when they are exposed to any source of light even when they are not connected to any other device Atakama sy siliken 15 16 Warnings and electrical hazards Do not remove any of the module s components or remove the technical specifications label Do not place the installation near to any possible source of inflammable gases or vapors since the photovoltaic modules can cause sparks just like any other electrical component Always ensure the installation is equipped with protection devices against electrical hazards Remember that when the modules are connected in series the voltage present will be the sum total of the voltage from each module and
20. when the modules are connected in parallel the current present will be the sum total of the current from each module This means that an installation with various modules may contain high levels of voltage and current When screwing the frame of the module to the structure avoid rubbing against the plastic insulation on the rear surface of the module Tedlar with the tool or elements protruding from the structure because this could cause the plastic to tear causing a loss of electrical insulation The PV module produces power even with a broken glass or back sheet Do not dispose of the module in containers or dumping sites this can be dangerous If the glass or the back sheet is broken in case of Makama vy Siliken Warnings and electrical hazards electrical failure or if the service life of the module ends due to any cause in general please contact Siliken to appropriately eliminate and or recycle the product according to American European norms Consult the fire security regulations norms and prerequisites for buildings and structures with your local authorities Keep in mind that a roof top construction and installation may affect the building s fire security erroneous installation of PV modules can increase this risk in case of fire The assembly is to be mounted over a fire resistant roof covering rated for the application The modules are qualified for application class A Hazardous voltage IEC 61730 higher than 50V D
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