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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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All instructions should be read and understood
before attempting to install, wire, operate, and
maintain the module.
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The installation of modules requires a great
degree of skill and should only be performed by
qualified licensed professionals, including,
without limitation, licensed contractors and
licensed electricians.
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The installer assumes the risk of all injury that
might occur during installation, including,
without limitation, the risk of electric shock.
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Before installing modules, contact the appropri-
ate authorities to determine permissions,
installation and inspection requirements, which
should be followed.
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Be sure that the construction or structure (roof,
etc.) where the modules are being installed has
enough strength.
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Both roof construction and module installation
design have an effect on the fire resistance of a
building. Improper installation may contribute
to fire hazards. Additional devices such as
ground fault, fuses, and disconnects may be
required.
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For a non
-
integrated module, the assembly is
to be mounted over a fire resistant roof cover-
ing rated for the application.
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For modules mounted on roofs, special con-
struction or structures may be required to help
provide proper installation support.
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Do not install
the module where flammable
gases or vapors are present.
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Do not use
modules of different specifications
in the same system.
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Follow all safety precautions of other system
components used.
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In some areas, local electrical codes may gov-
ern the installation and use of modules.
WARNING
To avoid the hazard of
electric shock
,
sparks
,
fire
and
injury
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The modules generate DC electrical energy
when exposed to sunlight or other light
sources, so cover the entire front surface of the
modules with a dense, opaque material such as
a cardboard box, during installation and han-
dling of the modules.
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The shock hazard increases as modules are
connected in parallel, producing higher current,
and as modules are connected in series, pro-
ducing higher voltages.
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The shock hazard increases as modules
with nominal open
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circuit voltage (Voc) in
excess of 45 V, and/or modules rated for maxi-
mum system voltage in excess of 45 V.
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Wear suitable clothing, gloves and guards to
prevent from direct contact with 30 VDC or
greater.
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Work only in dry conditions, with dry modules
and dry tools.
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Children and unauthorized persons should not
be allowed near the installation of modules.
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Do not puncture or damage
the back sheet of a
module. In case of a scratch on the back sheet,
please replace the module and discard the
scratched one. A scratch on the back sheet
poses a risk of exposing conductive parts.
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Do not disassemble
the module, or remove any
parts installed by the manufacturer.
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Do not open
a junction box's lid.
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Do not touch
the junction box terminals.
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Do not change
the wiring of bypass diodes.
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Do not connect or disconnect
terminals while
modules generate electricity and connect
electrical load.
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Never leave
a module unsupported or unse-
cured.
CAUTIONS
To avoid the hazard of
injury
,
burn and damage to
the module
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Use a module for its intended purpose only.
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Be sure that all other system components are
compatible, and they do not subject the mod-
ule to mechanical or electrical hazards.
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Do not artificially concentrate
sunlight on a
module.
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Do not stand or step
on a module.
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When carrying a module,
two or more people
should carry it by its frame and
wear non
-
slip
gloves
.
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Do not carry
a module by its wires or junction
box.
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Do not drop
a module.
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Do not drop
anything on the surface of a mod-
ule.
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Do not hit
the back sheet of a module by the
connector or other things.
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Do not disassemble
a module, attempt
any repair, open the junction box cover, nor
remove any parts installed by Panasonic. There
are no user serviceable parts within the module
or junction box.
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Do not treat
the back sheet or front surface
with paint or adhesives.
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Do not use or install
broken modules. If you
find a defect e.g. a glass breakage, please
contact a professional PV installer to replace
the module right away.
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Do not touch
a module unnecessarily. The glass
surface and frames get hot.
