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FS Series 3 PV Module User Guide—North America

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PD-5-200-03 NA | REV 2.1 | 02771_UG_NA_24OCT12

Mechanical Specifications & Drawings

Table 5.1: Mechanical Specifications

Specifications

FS Series 3 PV Module

Length

1200 mm

47.25 in

Width

600 mm

23.63 in

Thickness

6.8 mm

0.27 in

Area (total aperture)

0.72 m

2

7.75 ft

2

Weight

12 kg

26.5 lbs

Fire Rating

Class B (Class A Spread of Flame)

Operating Temperature

-40°C to +85°C

Figure 5.1 Mechanical Drawing for FS Series 3 PV Modules

Summary of Contents for FS-3 Series

Page 1: ...User Guide FS Series 3 PV Module North America REV 2 1 User Guide PD 5 200 03 NA 02811_UG_NA_24OCT12...

Page 2: ...2 Key Product Features 1 1 3 Safety 2 2 Regulatory Compliance 3 3 Electrical Specifications 4 3 1 System Derating Factors 4 4 Installation 5 4 1 Mounting 5 4 2 Location Angle and Tilt 6 4 3 Electrica...

Page 3: ...operate or maintain a PV module or system Failure to follow installation and handling instructions may result in injury Failure to maintain proper operating condition requirements for the modules wil...

Page 4: ...oncentrate light on the module in an attempt to increase power output Never allow the PV array open circuit voltage to exceed 1000VDC under any condition Replace broken modules immediately Repair any...

Page 5: ...3 PV Modules are Listed by a Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory to UL 1703 the standard for Flat Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels To maintain the modules application as a UL Listed product Us...

Page 6: ...el for additional electrical ratings 3 1 System Derating Factors Under normal conditions a photovoltaic module may experience conditions that produce more current and or more voltage than reported at...

Page 7: ...the module is mounted with hardware that has been tested and evaluated with the module under this standard or by a field Inspection certifying that the installed module complies with the requirements...

Page 8: ...mmended minimum standoff height is 3 25 in 82 55 mm Modules used in UL Listed rooftop applications must be installed with approved mounting systems as specified in First Solar Application Note PD 5 32...

Page 9: ...he same inverter to prevent power output loss and voltage imbalance conditions that may create the risk of reverse current overload Components used to interconnect the modules must be compatible with...

Page 10: ...not exceeded In the U S the mounting structure must be grounded per the requirements of the NEC sections 250 and 690 First Solar recommends negative pole DC electrical system grounding for large utili...

Page 11: ...Table 5 1 Mechanical Specifications Specifications FS Series 3 PV Module Length 1200 mm 47 25 in Width 600 mm 23 63 in Thickness 6 8 mm 0 27 in Area total aperture 0 72 m2 7 75 ft2 Weight 12 kg 26 5...

Page 12: ...r reserves the right to modify module power output warranty coverage in the event 90 day open circuit exposure is exceeded Short circuit operation is permitted only during short duration system safety...

Page 13: ...can reduce the power produced Natural rainfall will typically remove most dust Should auxiliary cleaning be required please refer to FS Series PV Module Cleaning Guidelines PD 5 804 for additional inf...

Page 14: ...module design and or specifications at any time without notice Accordingly the reader is cautioned to verify that data sheets are current before placing orders or finalizing system permitting and or...

Page 15: ...1 0 June 28 2010 FS Series PV Modules Reverse Current Overload PD 5 435 NA Rev 4 0 March 19 2012 FS Series PV Module System Operating Voltage PD 5 320 Rev 5 1 January 17 2012 FS Series PV Module Mount...

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