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This guide contains information regarding the installation and safe handling of Suntech Power Co., Ltd photovoltaic
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module (hereafter is referred to as "module"). Suntech Power Co., Ltd hereafter is referred to as "Suntech".
Installers must read and understand the guide before installation. Any questions, please contact our sales
department for further explanations. The installer should conform to all safety precautions in the guide and local
Before installing a solar photovoltaic system, installers should become familiar with the mechanical and electrical
requirement for such a system. Keep this guide in a safe place for future reference (care and maintenance) and in
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codes when installing a module.
case of sale or disposal of the modules.
General
Installing solar photovoltaic systems may require specialized skills and knowledge. Installation should be performed only by qualified persons.
Each module comes with a permanently attached junction. Suntech can provide customers with fitted cables for ease of installation if desired.
Installers should assume the risk of all injury that might occur during installation, including,without limitation, the risk of electric shock.
One individual module may generate DC voltages greater than 30 volts when exposed to direct sunlight. Contact with a DC voltage of 30V or more is potentially hazardous.
Do not disconnect under load.
Photovoltaic solar modules change light energy to direct-current electrical energy. They are designed for outdoor use. Modules may be ground mounted, mounted on
rooftops, vehicles or boats. Proper design of support structures is responsibility of the system designers and installers. Use of mounting holes is suggested in a following paragraph.
Do not attempt to disassemble the modules, and do not remove any attached nameplates or components from the modules.
Do not apply paint or adhesive to module top surface.
Do not use mirrors or other magnifiers to artificially concentrate sunlight on the modules. Do not expose backsheet foils directly to sunlight.
When installing the system, abide with all local, regional and national statutory regulations. Obtain a building permit where necessary.
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