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Installation instructions for all REC solar panels certified according to IEC 

61215

 / 

61730

:

•  REC TwinPeak 

4

 Series

•  REC TwinPeak 

4

 Black Series

•  REC N-Peak Series
•  REC N-Peak Black Series
•  REC N-Peak 

2

 Series

•  REC N-Peak 

2

 Black Series

REC SOLAR PANELS
INSTALLATION MANUAL

Summary of Contents for N-Peak 2 Black Series

Page 1: ...ll REC solar panels certified according to IEC 61215 61730 RECTwinPeak 4 Series RECTwinPeak 4 Black Series REC N Peak Series REC N Peak Black Series REC N Peak 2 Series REC N Peak 2 Black Series REC S...

Page 2: ...ll panels MLPE device installation zones 28 INTRODUCTION 3 SAFETY MEASURES 4 PANEL HANDLING 5 CHOOSING AN INSTALLATION LOCATION 5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 6 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 6 PANEL INSTALLATION...

Page 3: ...lers are responsible for the following Only qualified personnel must perform work on photovoltaic systems such as installation commissioning maintenance and repairs Be sure to follow the safety instru...

Page 4: ...served during handling to avoid the risk of sparking fire hazards burns and lethal electric shocks Exercise extreme caution when wiring panels and look out for damaged or dirty cables etc Never insert...

Page 5: ...radationtothepackagingorpanelcomponents pallets and panels must be stored in a controlled environment ideally internal where it is protected from the elements e g rain dust and direct sunlight If over...

Page 6: ...ion fault Correct DC polarity must be observed at all times Electrical Ratings ElectricalratingsarewithinaspecifictoleranceofmeasuredvaluesatStandardTestConditions STC asgiveninthetechnicalcharacteris...

Page 7: ...tructions including specific hardware and torque requirements Ensure the clamps used are suitable for the planned installation and expected system design loads The grip area must not extend onto the p...

Page 8: ...00Pa 2400Pa 3600Pa 1600Pa X 622 712 mm 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa X 0 100 mm X 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa 1066Pa 1066Pa X 100 250...

Page 9: ...learance Gap Clamping zone 20 40 mm 40 60 mm 60 mm 20 mm Test Load DesignLoad Test Load DesignLoad Test Load DesignLoad Test Load DesignLoad 0 650 mm 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 3000Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 160...

Page 10: ...600Pa 1600Pa X 0 100 mm X 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa 1066Pa 1066Pa X 100 250 mm X 800Pa 800Pa 533Pa 533Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa X Rail length under module 100 200 mm Min 100 mm Max...

Page 11: ...Pa 2800Pa 1600Pa 5400Pa 2400Pa 3600Pa 1600Pa X 340 420 mm 1800Pa 1800Pa 1200Pa 1200Pa 6200Pa 4000Pa 4133Pa 2666Pa 7000Pa 4000Pa 4666Pa 2666Pa X 420 520 mm 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 3000Pa 2400Pa 2400P...

Page 12: ...m 4 in 250 mm 9 8 in 250 mm 9 8 in 100 mm 4 in 100 mm 4 in 650 mm 25 6 in 0 0 0 0 0 0 650 mm 25 6 in Rail position Rail position Legend Clearance Gap Clamping zone 20 40 mm 40 60 mm 60 mm 20 mm Test L...

Page 13: ...Pa 1600Pa X 0 100 mm X 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa 1066Pa 1066Pa X 100 250 mm X 800Pa 800Pa 533Pa 533Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa X Rail length under module 100 200 mm Min 100 mm Max 200...

Page 14: ...0Pa 1600Pa X 225 357 mm 1800Pa 1800Pa 1200Pa 1200Pa 4200Pa 2400Pa 2800Pa 1600Pa 5400Pa 2400Pa 3600Pa 1600Pa X 357 582 mm 1800Pa 1800Pa 1200Pa 1200Pa 6200Pa 4000Pa 4133Pa 2666Pa 7000Pa 4000Pa 4666Pa 26...

Page 15: ...ELS WITH CONTINOUS RAILS PARALLEL TO LONG SIDE OF THE PANEL A continous rail or other support structure spans the complete underside of the panel Legend Clearance Gap Clamping zone 20 40 mm 40 60 mm 6...

Page 16: ...357 582 mm 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 3000Pa 3000Pa 2000Pa 2000Pa 4200Pa 4000Pa 2800Pa 2666Pa X 582 622 mm 1200Pa 1200Pa 800Pa 800Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa 1600Pa 3600Pa 2400Pa 2400Pa 1600Pa X 622 712 mm...

Page 17: ...s apply a safety factor of 1 5 to the stated test load e g test load 5400 Pa 1 5 3600 Pa design load Part Name Material Rail 6105 T5 aluminum extrusion Bolt M6 x 25 drop inT stud kit Nut M6 flanged he...

Page 18: ...d the short side as shown in fig 16 and can be further identified by the grounding symbol stamped in the frame next to it Check all applicable requirements before beginning installation Suitable groun...

Page 19: ...lestandards e g IEC 62852orUL6703 toensuretheyarefitforpurposeandsafety Useofanychemicalsorlubricantsontheconnectorsorcontactsmayonlybecarriedoutinlinewiththeconnectormanufacturer sinstructions TheREC...

Page 20: ...to local guidelines and regulations By ensuring REC solar panels are disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative impact on the environment and human health The majority of the panel...

Page 21: ...3 34 7 35 0 NominalPowerCurrent IMPP A 10 62 10 65 10 68 10 72 OpenCircuitVoltage VOC V 40 6 40 8 41 0 41 2 ShortCircuitCurrent ISC A 11 26 11 32 11 38 11 45 PanelEfficiency 19 7 20 0 20 3 20 5 Values...

Page 22: ...34 3 34 7 NominalPowerCurrent IMPP A 10 60 10 62 10 65 10 68 OpenCircuitVoltage VOC V 40 5 40 6 40 8 41 0 ShortCircuitCurrent ISC A 11 19 11 26 11 32 11 38 PanelEfficiency 19 4 19 7 20 0 20 3 Values...

Page 23: ...ncy 18 3 18 6 18 9 19 2 19 5 19 8 Values at standard test conditions STC air mass AM 1 5 irradiance 1000 W m temperature 25 C based on a production spread with a toleranceofPMAX VOC ISC 3 withinonewat...

Page 24: ...10 28 PanelEfficiency 18 3 18 6 18 9 19 2 19 5 Values at standard test conditions STC air mass AM 1 5 irradiance 1000 W m temperature 25 C based on a production spread with a toleranceofPMAX VOC ISC 3...

Page 25: ...ominalPowerCurrent IMPP A 10 62 10 65 10 68 10 72 OpenCircuitVoltage VOC V 40 8 40 9 41 1 41 3 ShortCircuitCurrent ISC A 11 31 11 36 11 41 11 46 PanelEfficiency 19 7 20 0 20 3 20 5 Values at standard...

Page 26: ...VMPP V 33 5 33 9 34 3 34 7 NominalPowerCurrent IMPP A 10 60 10 62 10 65 10 68 OpenCircuitVoltage VOC V 40 7 40 8 40 9 41 1 ShortCircuitCurrent ISC A 11 27 11 31 11 36 11 41 PanelEfficiency 19 4 19 7...

Page 27: ...slack to prevent damage due to water level changes and wave motions ii Mounting panels Installation of REC solar panels must be in accordance with the aforementioned standard mounting instructions Th...

Page 28: ...MLPE devices may also be attached to the mounting construction In such cases refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer Wherever possible the installation of the MLPE device should not co...

Page 29: ...he market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits The technical documentation and full compliance with the standards listed below proves the conformity of the product wi...

Page 30: ...08 2019 E Updated Datasheets 01 2020 F Updated Datasheets 06 2020 G Updated Installation Manual Layout removed REC Peak Energy Series inclusion of REC N Peak Series 09 2020 H Addition of REC TwinPeak...

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