Phaesun GmbH
· Brühlweg 9 · 87700 Memmingen · Germany · T49 (8331) 990 42 - 0 · T49 (8331) 990 42 - 12 · [email protected] ·
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The Phaesun Limited Warranty for PV Modules is contingent upon modules
being mounted in accordance with the requirements described in this section.
5.0 Module Mounting
Phaesun modules should be mounted in locations that meet the following
requirements:
Care should be taken to provide adequate ventilation
behind the modules, especially in hot environments.
When mounting modules in snow prone or high wind
environments, special care should be taken to mount
the modules in a manner that provides sufficient de-
sign strength while meeting local code requirements.
Excluded Operating Environments:
No Phaesun module should be mounted at a site whe-
re it may be subject to direct contact with salt water.
5.1 Site Considerations
Maximum Operating Temperature
+90 °C, +194 °F
Minimum Operating Temperature
–40 °C, –40 °F
IMPORTANT!
Modules may be mounted at any angle from horizontal to vertical. Select the
appropriate orientation to maximize sunlight exposure.
In order to prevent water from entering the junction box, which could present
a safety hazard, modules should not be mounted such that the front/top glass
faces downward (e.g., on a tracking structure that positions the module with
the junction box facing skyward during sleep mode).
Clearance between the module frames and structure or ground is required to
prevent wiring damage and allows air to circulate behind the module.
When installed on a roof, the module shall be mounted over a fire- resistant
roof covering rated for the application.
The module is only guaranteed for use when its factory frame is fully intact.
Do not remove or alter the module frame. Creating additional mounting holes
may damage the module and reduce the strength of the frame.
Modules may be mounted using the following methods only:
1)
Frame Holes
: Secure the module to the structure using the factory moun-
ting holes. Stainless steel bolts, with nuts, washers, and lock washers are
recommended per module.
2)
Pressure Clamps or Clips
: Mount the module with the clips on the side
frame of the module. The side frames are attached to the longer sides of the
module. Installers should ensure the clamps are of sufficient strength to allow
for the maximum design pressure of the module. Clips and clamps are not
provided by Phaesun.
3)
End Mount
: End mounting is the capture mounting of the length of the
module’s end frame to a supporting rail. The end frames are on the shorter
sides of the module. The end-mounting rail and clips or clamps must be of
sufficient strength to allow for maximum design pressure of the module.
Verify this capacity with the mounting system vendor before installation.
5.2 Installation
6.0 Maintenance
7.0 Contact to Phaesun
Inspect all modules annually for safe electrical connections, sound mechanical
connection and freedom from corrosion. Periodically clean the module surface
with water and a soft cloth or sponge. Fingerprints may be removed with
standard glass cleaner. 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 invalidate the product
warrant.
For technical questions or information about the product, please do not
hesitate to contact us.
Phaesun GmbH
· [email protected] · +49 (8331) 99042-0
