Solarion
M210P
EN V1.0 2015-10-20 © OC3 AG
Installation and Operation Manual
Solarion M2
10
P
General Information
This document contains important information for the installation of Solarion M2
10
P
solar modules from OC3 AG.
Please read this document before unpacking or installing the solar modules!
Prior to installation, it must be determined that the modules are applicable for the intended use. The interaction with other
system components must be possible without damage to either the modules or said components. All local, national and
international codes, installation and inspection regulations shall apply. Installation and connection of the modules must be performed by a
qualified, authorized expert.
Please be aware that registration of your Solarion modules will increase the product warranty time from 2 to 5
years. By registering your solar modules, OC3 AG will be able to provide better customer support in case you encounter problems with
or have questions about your modules and their installation, operation, use and maintenance. You should also familiarize yourself
with regional, national or international feed-in-tariffs are tax allowances that may be appropriate for your solar system. Solarion
recommends to talk with your installer such that the necessary forms and/or applications that are required by the local electric grid
operator are filled out. Please retain this document for your records.
Liability Exclusion
OC3 AG accepts no responsibility for any losses, damages, injuries or costs that arise when installing, operating, using, maintaining or
otherwise interacting with the module if the cause was due to the non-adherence to the provisions of this installation and
operating manual and the use of the conditions and procedures when installing, operating, using and maintaining the module.
Electrical Danger
OC3 AG recommends that you familiarize yourself with local and national regulations for work safety and accident prevention.
A Solarion solar module generates a direct current (DC) when its front side is exposed to light. Improper handling or placement of the
cables and connectors can lead to dangerous shocks, burns or death, or may lead to fire, particularly when several modules are connected
together in series (higher voltages) or in parallel (higher currents). To prevent accidents, modules should be covered with a non-
transparent, non-abrasive material and under no circumstances connected while under load (i.e. both string poles must be
left unconnected).
Please be aware that arcing may occur when contacts in a live circuit are disconnected! Doing so can lead to fire or cause bodily
injury! Modules under load must never be disconnected from the system! Ensure that no children or unqualified people are
close to the system or the modules during installation.
General Handling and Use
Solarion glass modules are robustly constructed. Nevertheless, please be aware of the following recommendations during handling
and use. Failure to abide by these recommendations will void the warranties of the modules if such actions lead to module damage.
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Do not carry out installation work in rain, snow, ice or strong winds. Always work with solar modules during dry days.
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Ensure that the modules are exposed to ambient temperatures between -40°C and +45°C.
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Wear suitable protective clothing such as safety shoes and protective gloves in order to prevent injuries.
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Impact loads on the front side or edges of the module can lead to irreparable damage and should be avoided.
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The front and back sides of the modules are glass and must not be placed onto hard surfaces.
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Do not step on the module!
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Do not drop or place objects on the modules.
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Always hold the module flat (no bending, torsion, etc. allowed)
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Never carry a solar module by its connector cables or junction box
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Do not stack the modules, either vertically or horizontally, after they have been removed from the package
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Lenses or mirrors must not be used to concentrate light onto the module. The module can be damaged in such cases.
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Always use insulated tools.
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Modules must not be installed in areas where there are risks of explosions.
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Never install damaged modules or modules with damaged cables or junction boxes, as these pose a risk of fire, shock or injury.
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Modifying the module in any way will void the warranty.
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The following applications for Solarion modules are not allowed: indoor use, on moving vehicles, within 500 meter of the coast or
where they are likely to become partially or fully immersed in fresh or salt water.
Mounting Instructions
It is recommended that the customer confirm with the installer that the load of the solar system is compatible with
the statics requirements of the intended area of installation (i.e. roof).
The customer accepts the responsibility to use a safe, load-bearing roof for the Solarion modules. All load-bearing substructures must be
inspected and confirmed for use at appropriate mechanical loads (wind, snow, etc.) by a specialist at the job site.. It is recommended to
mount the module with portrait orientation; landscape orientations should be avoided (see Figure 1).
