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INSTALLATION
MANUAL OF BIFACIAL
MODULE

For professional use only

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Summary of Contents for CS3K-MB-FG

Page 1: ... 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL OF BIFACIAL MODULE For professional use only ...

Page 2: ...UNTING METHODS FOR FRAMELESS BIFACIAL MODULE CLAMPING 12 6 2MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMELESS BIFACIAL MODULE SINGLE AXIS TRACKERS 14 6 3 MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMED BIFACIAL MODULE BOLTING 15 6 4 MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMED BIFACIAL MODULE CLAMPING 17 6 5 MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMED BIFACIAL MODULE SINGLE AXIS TRACKER 18 7 0 MAINTENANCE 23 AMENDED EDITIONS AND DATES 23 ANNEX A MECHANICAL AND ELECTRI...

Page 3: ...roperty in connection with handling PV modules system installation or compliance or non compliance with the instructions set forth in this manual 2 0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Warning Before attempting to install wire operate and or service the module and other electrical equipment all instructions should be read and understood PV module connectors pass direct current DC when exposed to sunlight or other...

Page 4: ...ge fer tility or the unborn child causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure is very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects may cause cancer is very toxic to aquatic life and may cause harm to breast fed children Therefore recycling and all other types of comparable di sassembly of the solar modules have to be performed by a qualified waste management company in compli...

Page 5: ...PV module datasheet or nameplate label An assembly together with its overcurrent device s that is listed for continuous operation at 100 percent of its rating shall be permitted to be used at 100 percent of its rating and therefore shall not require the additional 1 25 multiplier CVOC 1 αVoc ˣ 25 T Appropriate correction factors should be selected by licensed professional electrical engineers acco...

Page 6: ...rding to IEC 61730 2 please refer to the datasheet or the product nameplate for the detailed types Consult your local authority for guidelines and require ments for building or structural fire safety UL 1703 SYSTEM FIRE RATING REQUIREMENTS The fire rating of this module is only valid when the pro duct is installed as specified in the mechanical mounting instructions When installing the modules ens...

Page 7: ...ould be safely fixed to bear all expected loads including wind and snow loads After the installation of double glass modules a maximum 40 mm deflection for frameless module and a 30 mm deflection for framed module is allowed For frameless modules a minimum clearance of 10 mm 0 394 in or more between modules is required to allow the thermal expansion of the modules The clearance is measured from on...

Page 8: ...hort circuit current Isc differ substantially from the spe cifications this indicates that there is a wiring fault Do not connect different connectors brand and model together When modules have been pre installed but the system has not been connected to the grid yet each module string should be kept under open circuit conditions and proper actions should be taken to avoid dust and moisture penet r...

Page 9: ...h 400 mm 280 mm 1400 mm jumper cable Modules in adjacent rows should be rotated 180 degrees for proper installation Portrait installation one row Leap frog for single axis tracker CS3U Cable length 1670 mm 1670 mm CS3W Cable length 1850 mm 1850 mm The maximum distance between two adjacent modules should be within 50 mm 1 96 in for side with mounting clamps and within 25 mm 0 98 in for side without...

Page 10: ...ssible to use standard grounding methods for certain module ranges CORRECT CONNECTION OF PLUG CONNECTORS Make sure that all connections are safe and properly mated The PV connectors should not be subjected to stress from the exterior Connectors should only be used to connect the circuit They should never be used to turn the circuit on and off Connectors are not waterproof when unmated When ins tal...

Page 11: ...he cup washer concave side up between the frame and the wire 2 Then tighten the bolt using the toothed nut GROUNDING METHOD BOLT TOOTHED NUT CUP WASHER and UL 1703 a safety factor of 1 5 should be applied for calculating the equivalent maximum authorized design loads Project design loads depend on construction applicable standards location and local climate Determination of the design loads is the...

Page 12: ...st shadow on the cells 3 Not to damage or scratch the surface of the glass 4 To ensure the clamps overlap the module by 13 mm to 15 mm 5 To ensure the minimum clamping clearance of the clamps 4 mm 6 To ensure thickness of top and bottom rubber 3 mm and side rubber thickness 1 mm 7 The mounting rails shall be designed to limit as much as possible shade on module rearside cells Rail Glass Spring was...

Page 13: ...0 20 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 3600 Pa Use 6 clamps on the long side Mounting rails run parallel to the long side frame Use 4 clamps on the long side Mounting rails run perpendicular to the long side frame Keep suitable clearance between mounting rails and module back side Clamp length 130 mm A 350 50 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 3600 Pa Clamp length ...

Page 14: ...00 Pa Clamp length 200 mm A 390 20 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 5400 Pa 6 2 MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMELESS BIFACIAL MODULE SINGLE AXIS TRACKERS These mounting methods have been qualified by Canadi an Solar Inc as well as certified by VDE and CSA The clamps used in this section should follow the require ments in 6 1 Under no circumstances the junction box should come in contac...

Page 15: ...e Clamp A A A A A A A A Tube Clamp Rail Clamp A A A A Tube Rail A A Use 4 clamps on the long side Mounting rails run parallel to the long side frame Mounting rails fixed on torque tube Clamp length 130 mm A 460 20 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 2400 Pa 6 3 MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMED BIFACIAL MODULE BOLTING The mounting method has been qualified by Canadian Solar Inc as well as...

Page 16: ...onal mounting points should be used The system designer and the in staller are responsible for calculating the load and ensu ring that the support structure meets the requirements Modules should be bolted at the following hole locations depending on the configuration and load CS3U MB AG CS3U PB AG CS3W PB AG Bolting on long frame side using four middle mounting holes Mounting rails run parallel to...

Page 17: ...o limit as much as possible shade on module rear side cells Canadian Solar Inc s warranty may be void in cases where improper clamps or unsuitable installation methods are found When installing inter modules or end type clamps the clamps must 1 Not bend the module frame 2 Not touch or cast shadows on the front glass 3 Not damage the surface of the frame to the exception of the clamps with bonding ...

Page 18: ...ls run perpendicular to the long side fra me Clamp length 40 mm A 270 380 mm C 10 2 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 3600 Pa Clamp length 80mm A 270 380 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 3600 Pa Downforce load 5400 Pa 6 5 MOUNTING METHODS FOR FRAMED BIFACIAL MODULE SINGLE AXIS TRACKER The bolts and clamps used in this section should follow the requirements in 6 3 and 6 4 Under any cond...

Page 19: ... Mounting rails fixed on torque tube tracker Two modules share one tube portrait installation Bolting on long frame side using 400 mm 1300 mm mounting holes as shown at arrow location Mounting rails run parallel to the long side frame Mounting rails fixed on torque tube tracker Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 2400 Pa Maximum Load Uplift load 1800 Pa Downforce load 1800 Pa ...

Page 20: ...orce load 2400 Pa A A Mounting Rail Clamp Use 2 long center clamps on the long side of each module or bolting on the center holes of the long side frame Overlap length of clamp and frame 400 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 2400 Pa Two modules share one tube landscape installation Use 4 clamps on the long side of each module Mounting rails run parallel to the long side frame Moun...

Page 21: ...ost mounting holes Mounting rails run parallel to the long side frame Mounting rails fixed on torque tube tracker Overlap support length of between rail and frame A 730 mm Center distance between clamps B 650 mm Clamp length C 80 mm Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 2400 Pa Maximum Load Uplift load 2400 Pa Downforce load 2400 Pa CS3W PB AG Tube Rail ...

Page 22: ... M6 plain washer O D 18 mm 1300 mm 400 mm holes position Drawing No SF7 MR 04 039_Drbiku 1800Pa 30mm Uplift load 1800 Pa Downforce load 1800 Pa SF7QG 1500V en revision 1 0 CS3U MB AG CS3U PB AG Soltec SF7 Single Axis Tracker Portrait two rows 3311 mm long rail bolting method M6 bolt M6 plain washer O D 18 mm 1155 mm holes position Rail Drawing No SF7 MR 04 040_Drbiku 2400Pa 30mm Uplift load 2400 P...

Page 23: ...quire cleaning rain will have a self cleaning effect If the module has become soiled it shall be washed with water and a non abrasive cleaning brush or sponge du ring the cool part of the day Do not scrape or rub dry dirt away as this may cause micro scratches Snow should be removed using a soft brush Periodically inspect the system to check the integrity of all wiring and supports To protect agai...

Page 24: ... and corner protector 24 3 kg 53 6 lbs CS3K 285MB FG 285 31 9 8 94 38 7 9 57 25 CS3K 290MB FG 290 32 1 9 04 38 9 9 65 25 CS3K 295MB FG 295 32 3 9 14 39 1 9 73 25 CS3K 300MB FG 300 32 5 9 24 39 3 9 82 25 CS3K 305MB FG 305 32 7 9 33 39 5 9 90 25 CS3K 310MB FG 310 32 9 9 43 39 7 9 98 25 CS3K 315MB FG 315 33 1 9 52 39 9 10 06 25 CS3K 320MB FG 320 33 3 9 61 40 1 10 14 25 CS3K 325MB FG 325 33 5 9 71 40 ...

Page 25: ...0PB FG 310 33 1 9 37 39 7 9 81 25 CS3K 315PB FG 315 33 3 9 46 39 9 9 89 25 CS3K 320PB FG 320 33 5 9 56 40 1 9 97 25 CS3K 325PB FG 325 33 7 9 65 40 9 10 21 25 CS3U 350PB AG 350 39 2 8 94 46 6 9 51 25 2022 ˣ 992 ˣ 30 mm 79 6 ˣ 39 1 ˣ 1 18 in 25 7 kg 56 7 lbs CS3U 355PB AG 355 39 4 9 02 46 8 9 59 25 CS3U 360PB AG 360 39 6 9 10 47 0 9 67 25 CS3U 365PB AG 365 39 8 9 18 47 2 9 75 25 CS3U 370PB AG 370 40...

Page 26: ...rent Imp A Open Circuit Voltage Voc V Short Circuit Current Isc A Max Series Fuse Rating A Overall Dimension mm Weight Kg CS3W 420PB AG 420 39 5 10 64 48 0 11 26 25 CS3W 425PB AG 425 39 7 10 71 48 2 11 29 25 CS3W 430PB AG 430 39 9 10 78 48 4 11 32 25 CS3W 435PB AG 435 40 1 10 85 48 6 11 35 25 CS3W 440PB AG 440 40 3 10 92 48 7 11 40 25 ...

Page 27: ... covers the requirements for the cleaning pro cedure of Canadian Solar Inc s photovoltaic modules The purpose of these cleaning guidelines is to provide general information for cleaning Canadian Solar modules System users and professional installers should read these guide lines carefully and strictly follow these instructions Failure to follow these instructions may result in death injury or dama...

Page 28: ...ure that brushes or agitating tools are not abrasive to glass EPDM silicone aluminum or steel Conduct the cleaning activities avoiding the hottest hours of the day in order to avoid thermal stress on the module We recommend the following to be used Water with low mineral content Near neutral pH water The maximum water pressure recommended is 4 MPa 40 bar CLEANING METHODS Method A Compressed Air Ca...

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