Installation Guide

MODULE INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL – PERC AND MONO SERIES
REVISION DATE:
06/19/2017
DOCUMENT #
GE- SA1- 0006
PAGE:
5 OF 14
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 Never touch electrical connections that are wet without protecting yourself with insulated
gloves.
 Artificially concentrated light shall not be directed on the module or panel.
5.4. FIRE
 Mission Solar Energy Modules have a Type 1, Class C fire resistance rating in accordance with
the IEC 61730 and UL 1703 standard.
 The fire rating of this module is valid only when mounted in the manner specified in the
mechanical mounting instructions.
 PV modules are electrical generating devices that may affect the fire safety of a building.
 The use of improper installation methods and/or defective parts may result in the unexpected
occurrence of an electrical arc during operation.
 The recommended standoff height is not less than 150mm (6 inches). If other mounting means
are employed this may affect the fire class ratings. A minimum slope of 5in/ft. for installation
over a roof is required to maintain the class C fire rating. Modules must be mounted over a fire
resistant roof covering rates for the application.
 In order to mitigate the risk of fire in this event, PV modules should not be installed near
flammable liquids, gases, or locations with hazardous materials.
 In the event of a fire, PV modules may continue to produce a dangerous voltage, even if they
have been disconnected from the inverter, have been partly or entirely destroyed, or the
system wiring has been compromised or destroyed.
 In the event of fire, inform the fire crew about the particular hazards from the PV system, and
stay away from all elements of the PV system during and after a fire until the necessary steps
have been taken to make the PV system safety.
6.0 OPERATING CONDITIONS
6.1. TEMPERATURE
All the modules must be mounted in environments that ensure they operate within the following
maximum and minimum operating temperatures.
 Maximum Operating Temperatures: +90
o
C (194
o
F)
 Minimum Operating Temperatures: -40
o
C (-40
o
F)
6.2. INSTALLATION CONDITIONS
Orient the module correctly. Mount the modules with the junction box in the uppermost position
and hang the wires downwards
to avoid the ingress of water. For optimal module performance install
PV modules facing true south in northern latitudes and true north in southern latitudes. Shading will
reduce electrical production. This installation is applicable when the module is in portrait orientation.
The modules have been evaluated by UL for mounting using the four or eight provided mounting
holes in the frame.