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Installation Manual: MEMC Silvantis 60 cell PV Modules 4 of 1i5 Keep all electrical contacts clean and dry: All modules are manufactured with a sealed junction box and pre-attached cables and locking connectors. These components should not be modified of tampered with in any way. • Do notallow unauthorized persons near the installation site or storage area of modules. • Do not place modules oh top of one another. • Do not place any load on the module or twist;the module frame. • De not stand, step, walk, or jump on the module. • Do not drop or place objects on the modules such as tools. • Do not handle modules with bare hands andiavoid scratches, handling marks, orany damage especially to the frontglassof the module, backsheet, or electrical components. • Do not mark thernodules with sharp instruments. • Do not leave a module unsupported or unsecured. • Do not modify module frames in any way. 3.2 SAFETY The follbwing safety guidelines and besteractices should be followed: • All installations must be performed in compliance with all applicable regional andlocal electrical codes or other national or international electrical standards. • Use insulated tools during installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of photovoltaic modules. • Wear suitable Protection to prevent directcontact with module'selectrical outputand mechanical sharp edges. • Cover the front of the modules with an opaque material to stop production ofelectricity when installing or working with a moduleorwiring. • Modulesconnected in a series should not be disconnected under illumination. Disconnecting modules under illumination may causeelectrical arcing which may result in burns, firesorother problems. • Follow industry best practices when commissioning, trouble shooting, disconnecting, or connecting a PV system. • Troubleshooting should include planning, checking, disconnecting, causeseeking, replacement, and record keeping. • Donor install-or-handle-the-mc:lutes-or-their-Gomponen·t6-when-they-are-wetor-dufing-periods of high wind. • Do notattempt to disassemble, repair, or open any part ofthe module including junction box or sub-components. • Donor arti ficially concentrate sunlight on a modole. /!e • De not install o'r handle any broken modules, If a module is broken, or the backsheet is torn, contactwith the surface or frame can causean electrical shock. Do not wear rings, jewelry, watches, orother metallicitems while working with photovoltaic modoles.eping 3.3 MAINTENANCE Check modules, glass, and frames fordamage. Regularly inspectall MEMC Silvantis Solar Modules for safeelectrical connections, sound mechanical connections, and freedom from shading and corrosion. If dirt or debris buildup becomes excessive, periodically clear the glass only with a soft cloth using mild, non-abrasive·detergent and water. When using mild cleaning liquids, a neutral pH in the range of 6.0 to 8.0 is recommended. Chemicals with pH less than 6.0 or greater than 8.0 should be avoided as it may damage the glass surface and or the AR coating. Please consult with system desjgner to decide the cleaning and inspection frequenty according lo local environmental conditions. Do not power wash or use harsh cleaning materials or objects such as scouring powder, steel wool. scrapers, blades, or other sharp instruments te clean theglass surface of the module. Use of such materials will invalidate the product warranty. WARNING: Use caution when cleaning therback surface of the module to avoid penetrating the substrate materials. © Copyr ight 2012 MEMC Electronic Ma rerial