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Installation Manual of Classic Solar Modules

 

 

 

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Rev IM/GN-CM-EN/1.0          Copyright© October, 2020 Canadian Solar Inc.        0

 

CONTENTS 

1.0    GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................... 1

 

1.1    INSTALLATION MANUAL DISCLAIMER ..................................................................................................... 1

 

1.2    LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ........................................................................................................................ 1

 

2.0    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 1

 

3.0    MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 2

 

4.0    UNPACKING AND STORAGE .................................................................................................................... 4

 

5.0    MODULE INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................... 4

 

5.1    MODULE WIRING .................................................................................................................................... 7

 

5.2      GROUNDING .......................................................................................................................................... 8

 

6.0    MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................... 8

 

6.1    MOUNTING METHOD: BOLTING ............................................................................................................. 9

 

7.0    MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................................... 11

 

ANNEX A: ALTERNATIVE MOUNTING METHODS WITH SINGLE-AXIS TRACKER .......................................... 13

 

ANNEX B : MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL RATINGS ................................................................................... 14

 

ANNEX C: Module Cleaning Guidelines ........................................................................................................ 16

 

AMENDED EDITIONS AND DATES ................................................................................................................... 17

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for CS5AH-180M

Page 1: ...ABILITY 1 2 0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 3 0 MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2 4 0 UNPACKING AND STORAGE 4 5 0 MODULE INSTALLATION 4 5 1 MODULE WIRING 7 5 2 GROUNDING 8 6 0 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 8 6 1...

Page 2: ...nguage versions of this document the English version shall prevail Please refer to our product lists and documents published on our website at http www canadiansolar com as these lists are updated on...

Page 3: ...e junction box cover closed at all times Do not disassemble a module or remove any module part Do not artificially concentrate sunlight on a module Do not connect or disconnect modules when current fr...

Page 4: ...circuit voltage can be calculated using the following formula CVoc 1 Voc 25 T T is the lowest expected ambient temperature at the system installation site Voc C is the voltage temperature coefficient...

Page 5: ...n to avoid module backsheets being damaged by sharp objects as scratches may directly affect product safety Do not leave modules unsupported or unsecured Do not change the wiring of bypass diodes Keep...

Page 6: ...Temperature and humidity Please consult the Canadian Solar Inc technical support department for more information on the use of modules in special climates such as an altitude greater than 2000m Do no...

Page 7: ...en designing the system The recommended maximum series fuse rating is stated in a table in the Annex C Modules should be safely fixed to bear all expected loads including wind and snow loads A minimum...

Page 8: ...erproof when unmated When installing modules connector should be connected to each other as soon as possible or appropriate measures like using connector endcaps should be taken to avoid moisture and...

Page 9: ...less steel unless otherwise specified Canadian Solar Inc does not provide grounding hardware One grounding method is recommended for Canadian Solar Inc classic modules as described below For alternati...

Page 10: ...modules can be installed in either landscape or portrait orientations Refer to the detailed instructions for further guidance Please note that in areas with heavy snowfall 2400 Pa further countermeas...

Page 11: ...de using four standard mounting holes Mounting rails run perpendicularly to the long frame side An additional support bar should be placed below the module as shown below Maximum Load Uplift load 2400...

Page 12: ...oad 2400 Pa Downforce load 5400 Pa Compatible module types CS6XH P and CS6XH M 7 0 MAINTENANCE Do not make modifications to any component of the PV module diode junction box plug connectors or others...

Page 13: ...nadiansolar com Rev IM GN CM EN 1 0 Copyright October 2020 Canadian Solar Inc 12 performed by qualified personnel only Please refer to Annex D Module Cleaning Guide for additional information on this...

Page 14: ...as described below All the requirements of the standard module installation manual and specific tracker detailed installation instructions should apply Tracker 1P Clamping method Overlap support lengt...

Page 15: ...10 41 6 5 07 49 4 5 38 15 CS5PH 235P 235 50 8 4 63 62 6 4 93 15 1602 1061 40 1602 1061 35 20 30 CS5PH 240P 240 51 0 4 71 62 8 5 00 15 CS5PH 245P 245 51 4 4 79 63 0 5 07 15 CS5PH 250P 250 51 4 4 87 63...

Page 16: ...290 30 6 9 48 36 9 10 08 20 CS6PH 295M 295 30 9 9 55 37 1 10 14 20 CS6PH 300M 300 31 2 9 62 37 3 10 19 20 CS6PH 305M 305 31 5 9 69 37 5 10 25 20 CS6PH 310M 310 31 8 9 75 37 7 10 31 20 CS6XH 345M 345...

Page 17: ...t in injury Ensure that the array has been disconnected to other active components such as inverter or combiner boxes before starting with the cleaning Wear suitable protection clothes insulated glove...

Page 18: ...be applied as long as the method is efficient enough considering the existing conditions Method B Wet cleaning If excessive soiling is present on the module surface a non conductive brush sponge or o...

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