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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR
PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES
Fig. 2: Orientation Vs. Azimuth
The tilt angle of ideal average throughout Ontario,
Canada is
β = 30°; however, even the inclination
typical the roof of a dwelling (β = 15-20°), being
already an inclined plane, could make the angle
acceptable, if not ideal, for the installation of
coplanar modules on it (using a special standard
structure for support).
Depending on the variation of the tilt angle of the
modules with respect to the ground, or of their
orientation in relation to facing south (Azimuth),
there will be changes in the annual average
amount of energy produced by the modules
themselves, and therefore, of the plant connected
to the network to which they are linked.
2. Disclaimer of Liability
Since the methods of system design, installation
techniques, handling and use of this product are
beyond company control; SILFAB does not assume
responsibility and expressly disclaims liability, for
loss, damage or expense resulting from improper
installation, handling or use.
3. Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Listing Information
This product meets or exceeds the requirements
set forth by UL 1703 for PV Modules. This UL
Standard covers flat-plate PV modules and panels
intended for installation on buildings or those
intended to be freestanding. To satisfy the listing
for this product the modules must be mounted
with a rack or standoff structure. The UL listing
does not include integration into a building
surface because additional requirements may
apply. This product is not intended for use where
artificially concentrated sunlight is applied to the
module.
4. Limited Warranty
Please refer to SILFAB General Terms and
Conditions of Sale for details of the modules’
limited warranty. Failure to comply with this
Safety and Installation Manual will invalidate
SILFAB Warranty for the PV modules as stated in
the General Terms and Conditions of Sale.
5. Module Specification
Please refer to the technical datasheet for the
module SILFAB SLA or SLG respectively for
electrical performance data. These electrical data
are measured under Standard Test Conditions
(STC) of 1000 W/m
2
irradiance, with Air Mass (AM)
of 1.5 spectrum, and a cell temperature of 25°C.
East
β
South
