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REC Peak Energy 72 Installation Manual - UL 1703
Rev C.3 - 02.16 

Ref: NE-06-06-C

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INtRoDuCtIoN

thank you for choosing ReC photovoltaic panels.  ReC Peak energy 72 panels are ideal for delivering long-lasting and reliable power output.  

the panels have been created through intelligent design and are manufactured to the highest quality and environmental standards.  with 

correct installation and maintenance, ReC panels will provide clean, renewable energy for many years.
Please read this entire manual carefully.  It contains critical information on safety, as well as detailed instructions for installation, operation 

and maintenance of this panel.  failure to follow the procedures contained within will invalidate the warranty.  Review all instructions and 

safety notes before working on the system.  failure to do so may lead to injury or damage to property.

How to usE tHIs manual

this installation manual describes the installation procedures for the mounting in a photovoltaic array of all ReC solar panels with the moniker 

ReC Peak energy 72 (including both the ReC Peak energy 72 series and ReC Peak energy 72 xv series variants), which have been certified 

according to uL 1703 standards.  the installed panel is only considered to be in compliance with uL 1703, only when mounted in the manner 

specified by the instructions below.  Note that any panel without a frame (laminate) is not considered to comply with the requirements of 

uL 1703 unless mechanically installed with hardware that has been tested and evaluated with the panel under this standard or by a field 

inspection certifying that the installed panel complies with the requirements of uL 1703.
Review the entire manual before installing the panels and ensure you are working from the latest version.  throughout the manual, you will 

see the below icons which highlight important information or notes:

Indicates potential for damage to the array or property or personal safety.

Indicates important notes on best practice to help with the installation or to avoid potential damage to the panels, array or 

property.

for further information on installation procedures, please call your distributor or contact your local ReC solar office.  Details available at 

www.recgroup.com. 

youR REsponsIbIlIty as an InstallER

Installers are responsible for the safe and effective installation and operation of the photovoltaic system and for adhering to all local and 

national standards and regulations.  Prior to installation, check all applicable regulations and permits concerning solar systems and ensure all 

local directives are observed.

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ensure the ReC Peak energy 72 solar panels are in a suitable condition for use and appropriate for the particular installation and 

environment

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use only parts that convene to the specifications set out in this manual

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ensure a safe installation of all aspects of the electrical array

All equipment should be properly maintained and inspected prior to use.

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Do not attempt to install when you are unsure of the procedure or suitability.  for questions or guidance with your installation, please call 

your distributor or contact your ReC sales office, which can be found at: www.recgroup.com/en/contacts.

lIabIlIty DIsClaImER

ReC soLAR Pte. LtD. accepts no liability for the usability and functionality of its photovoltaic panels if the instructions in this guide are not 

followed.  since compliance with this guide and the conditions and methods of installation, operation, use and maintenance of the panels are 

not checked or monitored by ReC soLAR Pte. LtD., ReC soLAR Pte. LtD. accepts no liability for damage arising from improper application 

or incorrect installation, use, operation or maintenance.  this does not apply to damages due to a panel fault, in cases of loss of life, bodily 

injury or damage to health or in the event of a grossly negligent breach of obligations on the part of ReC soLAR Pte. LtD. and/or in the event 

of an intentional or grossly negligent breach of obligations by a legal representative or vicarious agent.

Summary of Contents for Peak Energy 72

Page 1: ...Installation manual rec Peak energy 72 FortheinstallationofallRECPeakEnergy72 solarpanels certifiedaccordingtoUL1703...

Page 2: ...Safetyintheworking area 4 ii Preventing currentgeneration 4 iii Specific hazards of DC electricity 4 iv Safetyrequirements 4 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 5 FIRE GUIDELINES 5 ORIENTATION 5 ENVIRONMENTAL FA...

Page 3: ...ty or personal safety Indicates important notes on best practice to help with the installation or to avoid potential damage to the panels array or property For further information on installation proc...

Page 4: ...st be followed to address these increased outputs In installations not under the requirements of the NEC the values of ISC andVOC marked on the panels must be multiplied by a factor of 1 25 when deter...

Page 5: ...ocal authorities for applicable regulations concerning setbacks or other restrictions that may apply for ground mounted solar arrays The use of DC ground fault interrupters is recommended Check whethe...

Page 6: ...kling load min 7 8 in 2 0 mm Moment of Inertia for profile area about X X min array mounting diagram 13 34 in4 192 mm4 Fig 1 Panel mounting options The overlap between support rail and the outer edge...

Page 7: ...ails fig 1 of aluminium or galvanized steel to avoid galvanic corrosion suitable for the application and appropriate for the local environment These must be held in position by bolts and flange nuts a...

Page 8: ...ut 10 ensuring a conductive connection fig 9 Tighten according to manufacturer s instructions Fig 9 Recommended grounding Cross section AWG Type Torque in lbs 4 6 Stranded 35 8 Stranded 25 10 14 Stran...

Page 9: ...ing points to ground are tight secure and free from corrosion which could break the continuity between the panels and ground Recycling REC has made every effort to ensure panel packaging is kept to a...

Page 10: ...rated 4 mm solar cable 47 47 4 mm connectors MC4 connectable ELECTRICAL DATA STC REC285PE REC290PE REC295PE rec300pe REC305PE REC310PE REC315PE REC320PE REC325PE NominalPower PMPP Wp 285 290 295 300...

Page 11: ...ction 48 12 2014 B 3 Revision of low light behavior in Electrical Data 02 2014 B 4 Updates to cable length 47 Type 2 System Fire Class rating addition of Connections chapter 03 2015 C Updates required...

Page 12: ...RECSolarPte Ltd 20TuasSouthAvenue14 Singapore637312 Singapore Tel 6564959228 Mail post recgroup com www recgroup com...

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