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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES
box has an IP65 degree of protection, in the event
of a flood the stagnant water inside of the frame
could oxidise the metal contacts of the connectors
degrading the characteristics and altering the
electrical properties of the contacts of the module
causing damage.
DO NOT OVERTURN THE PACKAGING: the
packaging is only designed to be handled and
stored with the modules maintaining the position
of the arrow printed on the packaging, with the
arrow always facing upwards. Not following these
indicated directions may create forms of
mechanical stress on the modules that could cause
damage or breakage.
RECYCLABLE: most of the photovoltaic modules
are recyclable. They should not be thrown into
landfill without a proper method for recycling.
Although they are not yet regulated by current
rules of refutes RAEE, many institutions and public
structures are organising to collect the modules
that are damaged or are no longer usable for
materials.
FRAGILE:
the photovoltaic modules are
manufactured using a glass front which makes up
approximately 70% of the total materials used to
construct them. Although the modules are
stiffened by an aluminium frame, any direct
impact to the glass or on the corners of the
modules should be avoided. Avoid flexing the
laminates or applying non-distributed loads and
stresses. Avoid scratching the surface of the
exterior glass or backsheet. Do not apply any
forces to the backsheets.
HANDLE WITH CARE: during the operation of
shipping and storage of the modules use maximum
care to ensure the full integrity of the modules.
9c) How to Handle the Pallet
During the handling of the pallet make sure to pay
the utmost attention. The packaging must be
raised/moved exclusively with fork-lift trucks or
hand pallet trucks fitted with forks of length
appropriate to its size and weight. The pallet
which supports the packaging is a "4 ways" type,
(able to be lifted from any of the short or long
sides) with dimensions of 1750 x 1080 mm. For the
safe handling of the pallet the forks length should
be:
•
A minimum of 1800 mm for lifting from the
shorter side
•
Able to support the total weight of the
packaging of approximately
700 kg
Fig. 9: How to handle the packaging
Pay attention during the stages of handling and
unpacking. Verify that the package is positioned
on a surface that is either flat or not excessively
deformed to a point that would impart an
1800 mm minimum fork
length
When using a forklift, please
ensure the forks go all the
way through pallet
