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Document Number: MAN-SSI-02 | SAFETY AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES
1. SAFETY NOTICE
This Safety and Installation Manual provides important
safety information relating to the installation, maintenance and
handling of Silfab SIL series modules. Professional installers, op-
eration & maintenance technicians, and system users/owners
should read this manual carefully and strictly follow the instruc-
tions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, in-
jury or property damage, and possible void of warranty.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
We recommend checking www.silfabsolar.com regularly for
the most updated version.
WARNING
All instructions should be read and understood before
attempting to install, wire, operate and/or maintain the
module. Module interconnects pass direct current (DC) when ex-
posed to sunlight or other light sources. Contact with electrically
active parts of the module, such as terminals, can result in injury
or death, whether the module is connected or disconnected.
AVERTISSEMENT
Toutes les instructions devront être lues et comprises avant
de procéder à l’installation, le câblage, l’exploitation et/ou
l’entretien des panneau solaire. Les interconnexions des panneau
solaire conduisent du courant continu (CC) lorsque le panneau est
exposé à la lumière du soleil ou à d’autres sources lumineuses.
Tout contact avec des éléments sous tension du panneau tels que
ses bornes de sortie peut entraîner des blessures ou la mort, que le
panneau soit connecté ou non.
2. INSTALLATION MANUAL DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this manual is subject to change
by Silfab Solar Inc. without prior notice. Silfab Solar Inc. gives no
guarantee of any kind whatsoever, either explicitly or implicitly,
with respect to the information contained herein. This Manual (or
document) is written in English with Spanish (or other language)
translation for reference only. In case there are inconsistencies or
conflicts between the English version and the Spanish version (or
other language version) of this Manual (or document), the English
version shall overcome and take control in all respects.
3. GENERAL INFORMATION
Silfab Solar modules convert the energy of light directly into
continuous/direct current (DC) by the photovoltaic eect.
SIL series consisted of dierent modules in the sense of cell
number, contact technology, and module size.
3.1 Model Naming Overview:
SIL-XXX B(X) / H(X) / N(X) / X(X) Where:
SIL-Silfab brand and XXX-indicates the power bin in watts.
B/H/N is used to indicate technology, e.g. B = back-contact, H =
mono half-cell, N = mono M3. (X) to indicate size. C = 1762 mm x
1037 mm, K = 1795 mm x 990 mm, N = 2263 mm x 1037 mm.
3.2 Electrical Specifications
The performance and all photovoltaic parameters of the
modules are measured under two dierent conditions: (1) Stan-
dard Test Conditions (STC) and (2) Normal Operating Cell Tem-
perature (NOCT). Detailed electrical characteristics for all PV
modules are presented in our products’ DATASHEET and www.
silfabsolar.com.
3.3 Disclaimer of Liability
Since the methods of system design, installation techniques,
handling and use of this product are beyond company control; Silfab
Solar Inc. does not assume responsibility and expressly disclaims li-
ability, for loss, damage or expense resulting from improper installa-
tion, handling or use.
4. PRODUCT CERTIFICATION
All Silfab products have certified by UL 1703 and ULC ORD
C1703 for PV Modules. A list of products including SIL-XXX BK,
SIL-XXX HC, SIL-XXX HN have UL 61215-1/-1-1/-2, UL 61730-1/-2
certifications.
These UL and IEC to be freestanding. To satisfy the listing
for this product the modules must be mounted with a rack or
stando structure. The UL and IEC listing does not include in-
tegration into a building surface because additional require-
ments may apply. The module is considered to be in compliance
with UL 1703 and/or IEC 61215/61730 only when the module is
mounted in the manner specified by the mounting instructions
contained in this document.
5. LIMITED WARRANTY
Please refer to Silfab General Terms and Conditions of Sale
for details of the module’s limited warranty. Failure to comply
with this Safety and Installation Manual would void Silfab War-
ranty for the PV modules as stated in the General Terms and
Conditions of Sale.
6. MODULE SPECIFICATION
Please refer to the appropriate DATASHEETS for electrical
performance data and mechanical installation information.
7. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Installation should be performed only by authorized personnel.
All installations must comply with the applicable geographic
electrical standards. I.e. International, National, Regional and lo-
cal electrical standards etc.
Within the modules there are no user serviceable parts. Do
not attempt to repair any part of the modules. Do not use or install
broken modules.
In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, prior to install-
ing the modules, remove metallic jewelry and use insulated tools
during installation.
Modules produce voltage even when not connected to an
electrical circuit or load and have no on/o switch. Modules can
be rendered inoperative only by removing them from sunlight,
or by fully covering their front surface with cloth, cardboard, or