Panel Install manual
Table Of Contents
- Fig. 5: Clamping of REC Alpha Series panels using a short support
- Fig. 6: Clamping of REC Alpha 72 Series panels with support parallel to short side of the module
- Fig. 7: Clamping of REC Alpha 72 Series panels using a short support
- Fig. 8: Mounting holes: REC Alpha Series
- Fig. 9: Mounting holes: REC Alpha 72 Series
- Fig. 10: Device specifications for mounting holes
- Fig. 11: Mounting hole installation example
- Fig. 12: Drainage and grounding holes
- Fig. 13: Grounding lug dimensions and fastening torque
- Fig. 14: Connector mating matrix
- Fig. 15: Minimum cable bend radius
- Fig. 17: Panel dimensions: REC Alpha Black Series
- Fig. 18: Panel dimensions: REC Alpha 72 Series
- Fig. 19: REC Alpha Series MLPE device installation zones
- Fig. 20: REC Alpha 72 Series MLPE device installation zones
- Irradiance (W/m²)
- Irradiance (W/m²)
- module
- module
- module
- Rel. Efficiency (%)
- Rel. Efficiency (%)
- Support length under
- Support length under
- Support length under
- Support position
- Support position
- INTRODUCTION
- SAFETY MEASURES
- PANEL HANDLING
- CHOOSING AN INSTALLATION LOCATION
- ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
- MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
- PANEL INSTALLATION
- CONNECTIONS AND CONNECTORS
- CABLE MANAGEMENT
- PANEL MAINTENANCE
- RECYCLING
- DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
- PANEL CHARACTERISTICS
- ANNEX 1: INSTALLATIONS ON WATER PLATFORMS
- ANNEX 2: INSTALLATIONS USING MODULE LEVEL POWER ELECTRONICS
- DOCUMENT HISTORY
- Fig. 1: Clamp specifications
- Fig. 2: Panel quarter divisions
- Fig. 3: Clamping of REC TwinPeak 4 Series panels with rails parallel to short side of the panel
- Fig. 4: Clamping of REC TwinPeak 4 Series panels with rails parallel to long side of the panel
- Fig. 5: Clamping of REC TwinPeak 4 Series panels using a short support
- Fig. 6: Clamping of N-Peak panels on rails parallel to short side of module
- Fig. 7: Clamping of N-Peak panels on rails parallel to long side of module
- Fig. 8: Clamping of REC N-Peak Series panels using short rails
- Fig. 9: Clamping of REC N-Peak 2 Series panels with rails parallel to short side of the panel
- Fig. 10: Clamping of REC N-Peak 2 Series panels with rails parallel to long side of the panel
- Fig. 11: Clamping of REC N-Peak 2 Series panels using a short support
- Fig. 12: Mounting holes: REC 60-cell panels
- Fig. 13: Mounting holes: REC 72-cell panels
- Fig. 14: Device specifications for mounting holes
- Fig. 15: Mounting hole installation example
- Fig. 16: Drainage and grounding holes
- Fig. 17: Grounding lug dimensions and fastening torque
- Fig. 18: Connector mating matrix
- Fig. 19: Minimum cable bend radius
- Fig. 20: Panel dimensions: REC TwinPeak 4 Series
- Fig. 21: Panel dimensions: REC TwinPeak4 Black Series
- Fig. 22: Panel dimensions: REC N-Peak Series
- Fig. 23: Panel dimensions: REC N-Peak Black Series
- Fig. 24: Panel dimensions: REC N-Peak 2 Series
- Fig. 25: Panel dimensions: REC N-Peak 2 Black Series
- Fig. 26: REC 60-cell panels MLPE device installation zones
- Fig. 27: REC 72-cell panels MLPE device installation zones
REC Installation Manual - REC Panels - UL 6
Rev L . Ref: PMIM
ANNEX : INSTALLATIONS USING MODULE LEVEL POWER ELECTRONICS
This section is applicable to all REC products referred to in this installation manual.
Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE) is the name given to the range of panel-level components that can be installed in PV system circuits installed on
or in buildings to reduce shock hazard for emergency responders. MLPE devices can be supplied pre-installed by panel manufacturers or as a ‘retro-fit’
system made by third-party manufacturers. From January , , Section . of the National Electrical Code (NEC) (in the U.S.A.) requires
the panel-level rapid shutdown of solar systems (replacing the previous array-level shutdown requirement of NEC ). This means that all conductors
within an array’s . in ( mm) boundary have to be reduced to V or less within seconds of rapid shutdown initiation.
MLPE devices may be used on REC solar panels where desirable or mandatory (note that the certification testing of solar panels does not include
testing with MLPE devices). When installing an MLPE device on an REC solar panel, follow the instructions provided by the device manufacturer and the
instructions specific for REC solar panels given below. Failure to follow the manufacturer and the REC instructions may invalidate the warranty.
INSTALLATION
i) Installation
• MLPE devices are suitable for use wherever solar panels are suitable for installation. Observe any limitations set by the MLPE manufacturer. (e.g.,
minimum mounting gap between MLPE and rooop).
• When aaching an MLPE device to a solar panel, it must be secured to the panel frame. Follow MLPE manufacturer instructions to ensure
optimum mounting of MLPE device and prevent any slippage during operation.
• MLPE devices may also be aached to the mounting construction. In such cases, refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Wherever possible, the installation of the MLPE device should not cover the product label on the rear of the panel.
• MLPE devices may only be installed on REC solar panels in the areas shown in the diagram below (fig. & ):
Fig. : REC -cell panels MLPE device installation zones
Installation of MLPE device in the green zone is permied.
Installation of MLPE device in the red zone is not permied.
CAUTION
• To avoid damage to the panel and to allow for thermal expansion, there must be a minimum gap of . in (. mm) between the MLPE device and
the panel backsheet.
• The mounting holes in the panel frame must not be used for the installation of MLPE devices.
• The drilling of extra holes in the frame is not permied and will invalidate the panel warranty.
CONNECTION
• First ensure the installation of the MLPE device is secure and safe.
• Following the device manufacturer’s instructions to connect the cables from the MLPE device to the solar panel correctly (usually positive to
positive [+ to +] and negative to negative [- to -]).
• Connection to the next panel in the array should be done from the ‘free’ cables.
SAFETY
• Immediately disconnect the device if there is a problem during installation.
Fig. : REC -cell panels MLPE device installation zones
0 - 480 mm [0 - 18.9 in]
0 - 480 mm [0 - 18.9 in]
0 - 1016 mm [0 - 40 in]
0 - 480 mm [0 - 18.9 in]
0 - 480 mm [0 - 18.9 in]
0 - 1016mm [0 - 40 in]
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GR
0 - 650 mm [0 - 25.6 in]
0 - 650 mm [0 - 25.6 in]
0 - 1001 mm [0 - 39.4 in]
0 - 650 mm [0 - 25.6 in]
0 - 650 mm [0 - 25.6 in]
0 - 1001 mm [0 - 39.4 in]
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GR
GR