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Installation Manual for PV Modules
USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety instructions for the PV module that must be followed during the maintenance of PV modules.
1) To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so.
2) The installation should only be performed by qualified licensed, professionals, including licensed electricians and lisensed contractors. To ensure
system integrity and safety
3) Do not pull the PV cables.
4) Do not touch any surface of module.
5) Do not place/drop objects onto the PV modules.
6) Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the PV module by yourself.
7) Do not drop the PV module.
8) Do not damage, pull, bend, or place heavy material on cables.
9) Upon completion of any service or repairs, ask the installer/servicer to perform routine checks to determine that the PV modules are in safe and
proper operating condition.
10) When replacement parts are required, be sure the installer/servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer with same characteristics as the original
parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazard.
11) Consult your local building and safety department for required permits and applicable regulations.
12) Sharp modules use special materials to enhance energy harvest. Do not touch the module surface with bare hands. If finger prints are left on the
module glass surface, do not attempt to clean them, finger prints will disappear over time.
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE LIMITED WARRANTY
This Limited Warranty applies to photovoltaic modules manufactured by SHARP shown in this manual.
Limited Warranty For Materials or Workmanship: Sharp Electronics Corporation warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product
(the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and Sharp agrees that for a period of
ten (10) year from the date of purchase by the consumer, that Sharp will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part
thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
Limited Warranty For Power: The warranty period with respect to power output continues for a total of 25 years from date of purchase by the consumer,
the first 10 years at 90% minimum rated power output and the balance of 15 years at 80% minimum rated power output. This warranty is transferable
when product remains installed in original location at the time of product warranty registration.
This warranty does not apply to any alteration of the appearance of the Product that does not affect the performance or functionality of the Product, nor
to the additional excluded item(s) set forth below nor to any Product, in Sharp’s sole discretion, the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced,
which has been subjected to misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and provide proof of purchase to the
servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF THE
PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply
to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those described herein, or to extend the
duration of any warranties beyond the time period described above on behalf of Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available
to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities
and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract,
negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which
were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible
for any incidental or consequential economic, property or special damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
