Safety and Installation Manual
Drawing 4 – Module Grounding connection on 1
st
and 2
nd
Generation frame equiped modules.
Drawing 5 – Module Grounding connection on 3
rd
Generation frame equiped modules.
7.0
Operation
➢
Before connecting a PV system to the grid the entire system must be checked and tested according to the
applicable regulations for low voltage electrical systems and for grid-connected power generators.
➢
Depending on local utility policies the connection to the grid and start-up of the PV system may only be
performed by an authorized installer.
8.0
Maintenance
➢
Open Renewables
®
PV modules do not require any routine maintenance. However, Open Renewables
®
recommends that PV systems are checked periodically - at least once a year - and any significant changes are
reported immediately. Pay special attention to loose or corroded mechanical and electrical connections.
➢
The performance of the PV modules might be affected by dust, dirt or other deposits on the surface. In this case
Open Renewables
®
recommends cleaning the surface of the modules with cold water and a sponge. Do not use
harsh cleaning materials such as scouring powder, steel wool, scrapers, blades or other sharp instruments to
clean the glass surface of the module. Use of such materials will void the product warranty.
9.0
Decommissioning and Disposal
Open Renewables
®
is strongly committed with environment protection. Your Open Renewables
®
PV modules will last for
decades and were built using non-dangerous materials. When this product reaches end of life we will assist you to recycle
it. Open Renewables
®
is a full member of PV Cycle, a manufacturers association which provide PV system users a recycling
service. Please contact your Open Renewables
®
distributor who will provide you with detailed instructions. Please note that
transportation, de-installation and any other cost associated remain customer responsibility.
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Document ID: OR-MA-2XX Revision 4.50 04-03-2013
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®
– All rights reserved
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