Transport and Storage
SOLARWATT solar modules are made from
high-quality materials and are therefore extre-
mely stable and long-lasting. The solar modules
should nevertheless be left in the packaging
until installation to help prevent any damage.
The modules should be stored in a dry place
and protected from weather conditions. The
packaging (film, tape, pallet, etc.) should be
recycled. Contact the responsible local waste
disposal company.
You are responsible for checking the goods and
packaging for transport damage immediately
on receipt. If any damage is discovered, note it
on the shipping papers describing each pallet
in detail, and take photographs as documentary
evidence. Have the driver countersign these no
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tes. If more than 33 % solar modules on one
pallet are damaged, refuse to accept the pallet.
Please fill out the „Transport Damage Complaint
Notification“ form (www.solarwatt.com) and re-
turn it to SOLARWATT.
Installation
During installation, please take into account the
locally valid construction regulations, accident
prevention regulations, the relevant, generally
accepted rules of technology and safety regula-
tions for working on roofs and buildings, as well
as electrical installations. The modules may be
installed at altitudes up to 2,000 m above sea
level.
SOLARWATT solar modules must be fixed to
suitable substructures, which are designed for
the relevant mechanical wind and snow loads,
as well as the weight of the solar modules. The
instructions from the installation system manu-
facturer must also be complied with. No mecha-
nical stresses from the actual building (e.g., roof
truss) must be transferred to the solar module.
Have the structural suitability of the building
for the installation of a solar power system che-
cked by a specialist. The frame must not be me-
chanically or chemically processed.
Do not remove any parts or nameplates from the solar module. Do not install damaged
solar modules.
NOTE
Also not allowed are modifications of the solar
module, such as the conversion to the use of
the heat generated in the form of a thermal so-
lar collector. If there is no approval in the form
of a manufacturer‘s declaration or exceptional
approval, the solar modules may not be instal-
led in locations where there are aggressive am-
bient conditions. Furthermore, the use of the
products on mobile units such as vehicles or
ships is not permitted.
Make sure that there are no components such
as cable ties, fasteners or similar materials bet-
ween the mounting rails and the backside of
the module. When the modules are installed
vertically (portrait), the bottom row modules
must be positioned with the junction box to-
wards the ridge.
During installation, avoid creating sha-
des with the module clips or installati-
on system to improve the energy yield.
Comply with the minimum distance of 5 mm
between the solar modules to allow the materi-
al to expand without tension.
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