2 Getting Started
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Getting Started
Precautions
PV Connectors
PV connectors, regardless of manufacturer, are not designed for large numbers of
connections/disconnections. For this reason, the PVA-600 is shipped with connector-
saver jumpers attached to its primary test leads. These short jumpers are sacrificial. PV
devices under test (modules, strings, or arrays), extension cables, and clip leads are
always connected to the connector-saver jumpers, extending the life of the primary PV
connectors. When the lifetime of the connector-saver jumper has been reached, it should
be replaced, cut in half to prevent re-use, and recycled. With the use of connector-saver
jumpers, the life of the primary test leads of the PVA-600 should be extended to 5,000 to
10,000 connections.
PV/Electrical Safety Precautions
Installed PV systems are not consistent in design or construction. Therefore the guidance
provided in this section is general in nature, and it is critical that the user apply
techniques and precautions appropriate to the circumstances, following best PV/electrical
safety precautions.
WARNING
The information below is important but not necessarily complete; the operator must
assess the potential dangers of each PV system, and take appropriate precautions.
FAILURE TO TAKE APPROPRIATE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS COULD LEAD
TO PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Avoid working alone.
Do not use the PVA-600 in wet environments.
Do not operate or subject the PVA-600 to temperatures beyond the published
operating and storage temperature specifications.
Wear electrical safety gloves.
Wear eye protection.
Wear fall protection where required.
