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Safety & Installation Guide  

 

 

Version: 01.12 

 

Valid from 22.10.2018 

 

FG2P1-4S1P00/1 

 

This manual 

applies only on Flisom’s eFlex Series modules 

Introduction 

Flisom eFlex Series modules are thin film photovoltaic devices which convert sun light into direct 
electrical current (DC). The eFlex is a flexible and lightweight solar panel designed for integration into 
roofs, structures with limited load bearing capacity, mobility applications on trailers, RVs, boats and 
many more demanding applications.

 

 

1.1 

Before you start 

 

This manual is intended as a guideline to assist a qualified solar systems integrator in the 
design and installation of a solar energy system using Flisom eFlex Series modules. It is 
for installation purposes only. Flisom takes no warranty for Installation. 

The electrical and mechanical design of a system using Flisom eFlex Series modules 
must be completed, and the installation must be approved by a qualified solar systems 
integrator. The system integrator and installer are responsible to complete installation in 
accordance with the industry’s “Best Practices” methods and all applicable building, 
electrical, fire and other codes and regulations in addition to the specific 
recommendations stated in this manual. The Flisom eFlex Series modules are not 
intended for self-installation by end users. 

This manual contains information for the installation of the following modules: 

 

Flisom eFlex Series 0.8m module  

 

Flisom eFlex Series 1.6m module  

 

Flisom eFlex Series 2.3m module  

 

Flisom eFlex Series 3.1m module 

1.2 

Safety 

Danger 

 

Electrical shock 

The generated current of a module under illumination is dangerous. Modules should be 
connected only, if the system is covered and thus potential and current free. Do not 
modify the module, the junction box or the connectors. Make sure that you work with dry 
tools and under dry working conditions. Current has a linear behaviour with incoming 
radiation and can exceed the mentioned current if the illumination is higher than under 
Standard Test conditions (STC). Fix issues in the grounding immediately. 

 

 

Working on live parts 

When working on wiring use safety equipment (insulating gloves, shoes, etc) and 
appropriate tools (insulating tools, etc). Make sure that you have grounded the modules 
and the mounting construction. Do not use damaged or broken modules. Repair or 
replace damaged modules or cables immediately. Do not dismantle modules or the 
junction box. 

Fig. 1: Flisom eFlex

 

Summary of Contents for eFlex 2x1

Page 1: ...Safety Installation Guide Version 01 12 Valid from 22 10 2018 FG2P1 4S1P00 1 1 This manual applies only on Flisom s eFlex Series modules Flisom eFlex Series Safety Installation Guideline for eFlex...

Page 2: ...4 Technical Information 13 5 Operation 14 6 Inspection and Maintenance 14 7 Disposal 14 8 Disclaimer 14 9 Information 14 9 1 Third Party Supplier Information 15 Warning Flisom eFlex PV Modules are ele...

Page 3: ...electrical fire and other codes and regulations in addition to the specific recommendations stated in this manual The Flisom eFlex Series modules are not intended for self installation by end users T...

Page 4: ...rubbing materials for cleaning the modules Do not use sharps objects Do not walk on the panels if there is any risk that sharp stones under the soles or sharp shoe elements would damage the panel The...

Page 5: ...nds to use personal protective equipment such as safety gloves safety googles and safety boots etc Respect general safety rules 3 1 Environment Ambient temperature to install Flisom eFlex Series modul...

Page 6: ...Flex Series modules receive the same amount of direct sunlight within the same string taking in account their orientation and shadowing If direct shadow on active surface could not be avoided Orientat...

Page 7: ...necessary GAF TPO ask supplier if primer is necessary Stevens TPO ask supplier if primer is necessary Johns Manville TPO ask supplier if primer is necessary Rubber membrane Carlisle EPDM ask supplier...

Page 8: ...instructions If a roof is damaged it has to be replaced before installation of the modules To clean a TPO EPDM or metal roof use IPA 2 propanol isopropyl alcohol and lint free wipes The cleaning shou...

Page 9: ...ex modules Leave enough space between module strings for the cable duct Check that the cable duct is not shading the modules Cover the Junction box with the cable duct system for additional UV protect...

Page 10: ...10 2018 FG2P1 4S1P00 1 10 This manual applies only on Flisom s eFlex Series modules 2 Remove 15cm of the white protective foil on the short side with the junction box 3 Put the module on the marked p...

Page 11: ...the area around the junction box and the junction box on the roof 5 Remove slowly the rest of the white protection foil and press the module simultaneously with a rubber roller on the roof Always rol...

Page 12: ...ompatible connector types which are authorised from both producers Use solar cables for outside use 2 5 to 4mm and min 90 C Check that no cable is under tensile stress or bended over a sharp edge Secu...

Page 13: ...6m eFlex 2 3m eFlex 3 1m Nominal power PMPP W 30 55 85 110 Tolerance of nom power P W 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 Voltage at nom power VMPP V 34 35 37 36 Current at nom power IMPP A 0 88 1 54 2 29 3 06 Open circ...

Page 14: ...odules must be disposed of in a responsible manner Please contact your local supplier or disposal company for further information For health and safety reasons Flisom eFlex Series modules should not b...

Page 15: ...Safety Installation Guide Version 01 12 Valid from 22 10 2018 FG2P1 4S1P00 1 15 This manual applies only on Flisom s eFlex Series modules 9 1 Third Party Supplier Information...

Page 16: ...Safety Installation Guide Version 01 12 Valid from 22 10 2018 FG2P1 4S1P00 1 16 This manual applies only on Flisom s eFlex Series modules...

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