ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide contains information regarding the installation and safe handling of solar
modules. All instructions should be read & understood before attempting installation.
If there are any questions, please contact your dealer. The installer should confirm
to all safety precautions in the guide when installing modules. Before installing a solar
photovoltaic system, the installer should become familiar with the mechanical and
electrical requirements for photovoltaic systems.

Keep this guide in a safe place for future reference..

ABOUT PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) TECHNOLOGY

The word photovoltaic combines two
terms photo means light and
voltaic means voltage. PV cells
convert sunlight directly into
electricity without creating any air or
water pollution. PV cells are made of
at least two layers of semiconductor
material. One layer has a positive
charge, the other negative. When
light enters the cell, some of the
photons from the light are absorbed
by the semiconductor atoms, freeing
electrons from the cells negative
layer to flow through an external
circuit and back into the positive
layer. This flow of electrons produces electric current.

Multiple solar cells are linked together to form a module or panel. Multiple
modules/panels are connected to form a PV array.

ABOUT STAND ALONE POEWR SYSTEM

Operate independent of the electric utility grid.

Commonly used for back up power & where the cost of extending utility service
& other power generating means are cost prohibitive.

May or may not use energy storage.

Used to power DC load or AC load from inverter.

SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM COMPONENT








PV ARRAY BLOCKING CCU INVERTER BATTERY
DIODE (CHARGE CONTOLERE UNIT)


PV ARRAY

Multiple PV panels installed together are called a PV array. Mounting arrays to
rooftops is most common, yet they can also be located on a pole, a ground mounted
rack, parking area shade covers, window awnings, etc. The PV array produces Direct
Current (DC) power.


BLOCKING DIODE

It prevents reserve current flow to the generators from the
battery bank.



CHARGE CONTROLLER UNIT (CCU)

A device use to protect the batteries from
overcharge & over discharge. Sometimes provide
load control function. In addition, an assortment
of balance of system hardware; wiring, over
current, surge protection and disconnect
devices, and other power processing equipment.







INVERTER
Converts DC power into standard AC power for use in the
home,synchronizing with utility power whenever the
electrical grid is distributing electricity.


BATTERY

Battery is used to store energy produced by PV array for later consumption.

General Instruction Before Installation

Drainage holes must not be covered with parts of the mounting system. The
junction box has a breather port which must be mounted facing downward and
cannot be exposed to the rain. The junction box should be on the higher side
of the module when it is mounted in order to orient the breather port
correctly.

Do not lift the module by grasping the module's junction box or electrical
leads.

Do not stand or step on module.

Do not drop the module or allow objects to fall on the module.

Do not place any heavy objects on the module.

Inappropriate transport and installation may damage the module glass or
frame.

INSTALLATTION INSTRUCTION FOR PV MODULES

STEP 1Align mounts on top of rafters, and
then pre-drill with a pilot bit to avoid
splitting the rafters. The rafters can be
found with a stud finder. Use a chalk line
or laser sight to keep the mounts in a
straight line.


STEP 2
Secure the mounts to the roof with stainless steel lag bolts. The roof on this house
was brand new but looked sloppy, so a new layer was applied around the mounts.


STEP 3
Metal flashing's were placed over the mounts and the layer of roofing was hot-
mopped around the mounts. Metal rails are secured to the posts with 3/8' stainless
steel bolts.
STEP 4
Next we install the solar panels and
connect them into an array.

STEP 5
The final step is to run the conduit to
connect the panels to the inverter.





Safety warnings
The following symbols appear
in this manual.

Immediate SAFETY Hazard



Failure to follow recommended
procedure will result in serious injury.

General SAFETY Warning



Failure to follow recommended
procedure could result in injury.


Electrical SAFETY Warning



Failure to follow recommended
procedure could result in injury.

Work Safely



Wear protective eyewear &
appropriate clothing during
maintenance.
PRECAUTIONS &WARNING




Solar power systems are safe when
operating correctly however there are
potentially dangerous hazards associated
with some system components.

A stand-alone power system (SPS) typically
provides 240V AC power without being
connected to the electricity grid.


These hazards can include:
240V outputs & other dangerous
voltages.
Batteries.
Solar modules.










The hazards related to SOLAR MODULE include the risk of:

Electric shock due to array open-circuit voltage greater than 120V d.c

Falling from the roof when performing maintenance.

To minimize the hazards the following precautions should be
taken when undertaking any maintenance:

When working on roofs there is always the risk of falling. NEVER climb onto a
roof to perform any service on the solar modules (e.g. clean them) unless there
is a barrier (e.g. scaffolding) to prevent you from falling or you are wearing an
approved safety harness which is supported correctly.

The hazards related to SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERIES;

Explosion due to hydrogen gas (if covered).

Shorting of terminals on and between the
individual cell.

Electrocution caused by having a nominal
output voltage 120V DC or greater.

If the short circuit is created by an
external short, do not try to remove the
object. Do not stay close to the battery, as an explosion is the most probable
result of a short circuit.



To minimize the hazards, the following precautions should
be taken when undertaking any maintenance:

No smoking or naked flames.

The end of spanners (or any other tools) that you will use near the battery
bank should be insulated to avoid any accidental shorts between the terminals.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE

Solar Panel Cleaning Process

Clean the surface of a solar panel with warm water and dishwashing soap to
remove any accumulation of dirt and grime. Green cleaning supplies do a great
job on glass and solar panels. There are several varieties of streak free glass
cleaner available commercially. You can also cook up non-toxic cleaning solution
at home.

This is a great eco-friendly glass cleaning
solution:
Combine:
1/4 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon liquid soap or detergent
2 cups of water in a spray bottle
Use the soapy water or solution to wash
the surface of the solar panels, and brush
away any visible dust or streaks. Gentle
scrubbing may be necessary. After wiping
away dirt, it's a good idea to dry the
panels off. Dissolved grime has a tendency to move around rather than wash
away. Wiping up the wet areas does a thorough job of removing all of the silt
and it also prevents water spots.

Cleaning a solar panel is not cosmetic. A panel needs to be clean for it to
operate at its rated capacity. Often times, clients do not realize that solar
panels do need regular maintenance and cleaning to keep it running at its full
capacity.

CHARGE CONTROLLER UNIT (CCU)

Dont attempt to change the battery type selector switch after the controller
proceeds charging, otherwise it will affect LCD meter reading.

INVERTER

Tighten the fuse and inverter DC connections as needed.
The inverter itself requires no maintenance.

BATTERY


Batteries should be mounted in such a way that the voltage of adjacent cells is
as low as possible. If there is a high voltage between adjacent cells, it is
extremely difficult to avoid creep currents in the long run when acid mist is
condensing on the surface of and between the batteries.

If the battery terminals are showing signs of corrosion, or have not had an
anti oxidizing coating applied, they may require cleaning. This will involve
disconnecting the battery leads and cleaning both the battery terminal posts
and the battery lead connectors.

Gel cell batteries require special attention to the method used for charging as
overcharging of a gel cell type battery may cause irreversible damage to the
battery. Consult with system supplier for recommendations on charging of gel
cell type batteries. Controllers and chargers should be set to the gel cell mode
for best performance.






SPECIFICATION OF COMPONENTS

Solar Module Quantity
Peak Power (Pmax,W) 200
10
Power Tolerance (%)
Max Power Voltage (Vpm) 26.3
Max Power Current (Imp) 7.6
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 33
Short Circuit Current (Isc) 8.26
No of Cells 54
Module Dimensions (mm) 1507 X 994
Approx weight. (Kgs) 18
Cell Dimension (mm) 156X 156
Charge Controller Unit (CCU)
1
Voltage 12V
Load Current 5A
Display LED
Battery
8
Voltage 12V
Capacity 55 Amp Hour
Length 229 mm
Width 138 mm
Height 206 mm
Weight 17.00 kg
Inverter
1
Maximum AC Output 2400 watts
Rated AC Output 2000 watts
DC Output 8 amps @ 12V
Noise Level 53 - 60 dBA
Continuous Operation at 1/4 Rated Load 8.6 hr
It is important to ensure the battery bank has been isolated before attempting to disconnect
any leads.

NOTE Overcharging a gel battery can lead to battery gases escaping with a similar risk of explosion as for
wet lead-acid batteries.












FOR SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT US at
SOLAR ENERGY Pvt. Ltd.
65 Dr, G.S Basu Road Kolkata- 39
Ph: 033 25345235