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1 Explanation of safety guidelines
This is the danger symbol. It is used in sever-
al versions in this manual to alert you to the
potential risk of personal injury.
1.1 Warnings and notes in this manual
The danger warnings are structured as follows:
Type and source of danger.
Possible consequences of non-observance.
• Measures or prohibitions to avoid the danger.
DANGER indicates an imminently dangerous
situation which inevitably leads to death or serious
injury if not avoided.
The information on warning and cautions is structured
as follows:
Type and source of danger. Possible
consequences of non-observance.
• Measures or prohibitions to avoid the danger.
WARNING!
• WARNING indicates a potentially dangerous situation
that can lead to death or serious injury if not avoided.
CAUTION
!
• CAUTION indicates a potentially dangerous situation
that can lead to slight or semi-serious injury if not
avoided.
WEIS
NOTE indicates a potentially dangerous situation
that can cause material damage if not avoided.
1.2
Notes on modules
The following symbol is attached to the modules:
If this symbol also appears on a danger or
warning product label, it is warning you of the
danger caused by electric current or voltage
that can lead to personal injury if you fail to
observe the instructions.
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About this manual
This installation manual is release version 3.0, dated
07/2016. The publication of this manual renders all
previous releases (older than release 3.0) of this
manual invalid.
We advise you to use the latest version of the manual
at all times.
2.1
Detailed information for installers and
planners
2.1.1
Information on the Sharp Web-Site
You can find the latest version of this installation man-
ual and further information on SHARP’s web-site :
www.sharp.eu
Always use the latest version for your modules if you
find a more recent release of the manual.
2.1.2
Information sources for operators
If you have any queries about the latest release,
contact your installer or SHARP directly.
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Handling PV modules
3.1
Intended use
3.1.1
Appropiate use
PV modules are used for generating electrical power in
stationary photovoltaic systems which are connected
to the grid. If you would like to use the PV modules for
another purpose, such as for charging an accumulator
directly, you may need additional components (e.g.
string diodes). PV modules are suitable for installing
near livestock farms and coastal regions.
Observe all the applicable legislation, regulations,
guidelines and standards when installing and operating
the modules.
3.1.2
Inappropriate use
• Do not install PV modules on vehicles and do not
use them in air, space or seafaring applications.
• Do not use PV modules if they are exposed to con-
centrated sunlight or strong artificial light, or if they
could be immersed in water or other liquids or
exposed to vapour.
3.1.3
Product-specific information
Product-specific information (e.g. the data sheet) con-
tains details of a particular type of PV module.
Only use PV modules for the intended purpose out-
lined in the product-specific information.
Data sheets may change without prior notice. If the
information in the data sheet differs from this manual,
the data sheet takes precedence.
3.2
Personal protection
3.2.1
Electrical safety precautions
High DC voltages during storage, installation,
operation and maintenance.
Risk of fatal electric shock!
• PV modules may only be installed by qualified
technician with a high level of expertise.