Date: 2019.9.24 Doc No: PS-M-0691 Ver. B Page - 27 - of 27
9. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Under most weather conditions, normal rainfall is sufficient to keep the PV module glass surface clean. If
dust or dirt build-up becomes excessive, clean the glass only with a soft cloth using mild detergent and
water.
Do not clean the modules with cold water during the warmer hours of the day in order to avoid creating any
thermal shock that may damage the module.
At least once a year, it is recommended to check the torque of terminal screws and the general condition of
wiring. Also, check that mounting hardware is properly torqued. Loose connections will result in damage of
the array.
Modules that are replaced must be the same type. Do not touch live parts of cables and connectors. Use
appropriate safety equipment (insulated tools, insulating gloves, etc.) when handling modules.
Cover the front surface of modules by an opaque material when repairing. Modules when exposed to
sunlight generate high voltage and are dangerous.
Trina Solar PV modules are equipped with bypass diodes in the junction box. This minimizes module
heating and current losses.
Do not try to open the junction box to change the diodes even if they malfunction.
In a system using a battery, blocking diodes are typically placed between the battery and the PV
module output to prevent battery discharge at night.
Trina Solar is a member of the European PV Cycle Association. Through the pre-financed PV Cycle program,
Trina Solar PV modules will be taken back and treated in an environmentally sustainable manner.*Applicable
only to participating countries within the Europe Union.
WARNING: For any electrical maintenance, the PV system must first be shut down. Improper
maintenance can cause lethal electric shock and/or burns.
10. SPECIFICATIONS
For module specifications, please see the Datasheet included in the shipment carton and visit Trina Solar
website
to get the datasheet of each product or the comprehensive product catalogue.
11. CONTACTS
These solar modules do not contain any user serviceable parts.
If you suspect that your installation is not working properly, then contact your installer immediately.
1. Contact your installer
2. Contact Trina Solar after-sales service team at:
http://customerservice.trinasolar.com
3. Submit the Customer Feedback form at:
; one of our technical service
representatives will contact you as quickly as possible. A username and password is required to
send feedback from the customer service link
WARNING: For any electrical maintenance, the PV system must first be shut down. Improper
maintenance can cause lethal electric shock and/or burns.
12. HISTORY
Edition
Revision Date
Revised Item
Revised Content
New Edition
2019.03.06
158 series half-cut modules