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1. Purpose of this guide
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This is guide contains information regarding the installation and safe handling of
Powerark Solar Pty Ltd photovoltaic module (hereafter referred to as “module”).
Powerark Solar Pty Ltd photovoltaic module referred to as “Link Energy”.
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Installers must read and understand this guide prior to installation. For any questions,
please contact our Global Quality & Customer Support department for further
information. Installers should follow all safety precautions described in this guide as
well as local codes when installing a module.
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Before installing a solar photovoltaic system, installers should familiarize themselves
with its mechanical and electrical requirements. Keep this guide in a safe place for
future reference (care and maintenance) and in case of sale or disposal of the
modules.
1.1 General safety
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Modules that fall under this application class may be used in system operating at more
than 50V DC or 240W, where general contact access is anticipated. Modules qualified
for safety under IEC 61730-2 and within this application class are considered to meet
the requirements for Safety Class II.
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Installing solar photovoltaic systems requires specialized skills and knowledge.
Installation should only be performed by qualified persons.
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Installers should assume all risks of injury that might occur during installation,
including, but not limited to, the risk of electric shock.
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One single module may generate more than 30V DC when exposed to direct
sunlight. Contact with a DC voltage of 30V or more is potentially hazardous.
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Do not disconnect under load.
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Photovoltaic solar modules convert light energy to direct current electrical energy.
They are designed for outdoor use. Modules can be ground mounted, mounted on
rooftops, vehicles or boats. The proper design of support structures lies within
responsibility of the system designers and installers.
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Do not use mirrors or other magnifiers to concentrate sunlight onto the modules.
