OPERATION
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1.2 Other symbols in this documentation
Note
Notes are bordered by horizontal lines above and below
the text. General information is identified by the adjacent
symbol.
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Read these texts carefully.
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Damage to the appliance and environment
Appliance disposal
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tion you need to take is described step by step.
1.3 Units of measurement
Note
All measurements are given in mm unless stated oth-
erwise.
2. Safety
2.1 General safety instructions
We guarantee trouble-free operation and operational reliability
only if the original accessories and spare parts intended for the
photovoltaic module are used.
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Please observe the following:
- Never use the module near easily combustible gases or va-
pours, as sparks may be produced.
- Never concentrate any sunlight artificially on the module.
- Never apply varnishes, paints or adhesives to the module.
- Never dismantle the module or remove any parts.
- Take into account the statics of the location of use.
- Only work under dry conditions.
- Secure modules to prevent them slipping or falling over.
- Never allow module to fall.
- Never hold modules by their switch panel or by the connect-
ing cables.
- Always lift modules by holding two opposite points of the
frame simultaneously. Never carry modules just by one part
of the frame.
- Never allow any objects to fall on the module.
- Never stand on the module.
- Only use undamaged modules.
- Ensure that no other system components are impairing the
modules mechanically or electrically.
- Never drill holes in the module frame or the glass surface
and never carry out any welding work on or directly near to
the modules.
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DANGER Injury
A second person who can provide help in the event of a
possible accident is required to be present for the entire
installation process.
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WARNING Injury
The appliance may be used by children aged 8 and up
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or a lack of experience provided that they
are supervised or they have been instructed on how to
use the appliance safely and have understood the result-
ing risks. Children must never play with the appliance.
Children must never clean the appliance or perform user
maintenance unless they are supervised.
2.2 Intended use
The module is designed for use in photovoltaic systems.
This appliance is designed for domestic use. It can be used safely
by untrained persons. The appliance can also be used in a non-
domestic environment, e.g. in a small business, as long as it is
used in the same way.
Any other use beyond that described shall be deemed inappropri-
ate. Observation of these instructions and of instructions for any
accessories used is also part of the correct use of this appliance.
We assume no liability for damage arising from failure to observe
these instructions, in particular the safety instructions, as well as
from misuse of the photovoltaic module.
2.3 Instructions, standards and regulations
Note
Observe all applicable national and regional regulations
and instructions.
The module fulfils the following standards:
- IEC/EN 61215 Edition 2
- IEC/EN 61730
2.4 Test symbols
See type plate on the module.
2.5 CE designation
The CE designation shows that the appliance meets all essential
requirements according to the:
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
- Low Voltage Directive
