User manual CONTAX KD130GX-LP INSTALLATION

[. . . ] KDxxxGX-LPU series modules are ideal for remote home, water pumping, utility-tied, telecommunications and many other applications either with or without using storage batteries. GROUNDING Refer to "Grounding" section. BATTERY When PV modules are used to charge batteries, the battery must be installed in a manner, which will ensure the performance of the system and the safety of its users. Follow the battery manufacturer's safety guidelines ' concerning installation, operation and maintenance recommendations. In general, the battery (or battery bank) should be kept away from people and animals. Select a battery site that is protected from sunlight, rain, snow, debris, and is well ventilated. [. . . ] If the module faces 60 degrees away from true South (or North), the power loss will be 20 to 30 percent. When choosing a site, avoid trees, buildings or obstructions, which could cast shadows on PV modules Before installing your PV system, contact local authorities to determine the necessary permits, installation and inspection requirements. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Systems should be installed by qualified personnel only. The system involves electricity, and can be dangerous if the personnel are not familiar with the appropriate safety procedures. especially during the winter season when the arc of the sun is lowest over the horizon. 5. MODULE TILT ANGLE KDxxxGX-LPU series modules produce bigger power when they are pointed directly at the sun. For grid tie installations where the PV modules are attached to a permanent structure, PV modules should be tilted at an angle equal to the site's latitude. INSTALLING KDxxxGX-LPU SERIES MODULES To install the module, use bolt and nut on installation holes which are opened in the module frame and install the module by following the instruction below. The minimum spacing of . 6" (15 mm) is required between PV module and the mounting surface around the perimeter of PV module. KDxxxGX-LPU series modules may be installed in various applications utilizing a variety of support structure options and attachment methods. For optimal performance in all applications, clearance between the module frame and the mounting surface is required to allow cooler ambient air to circulate around the back of the module and to avoid the module and / or wiring damage. A minimum of . 13" (3. 2 mm) spacing must also be maintained between module frames to allow for thermal expansion. KDxxxGX-LPU series modules may be attached to a support structure by the following methods. Use #10-32 stainless steel hardware to attach the lug to the module frame by the torque of 40 in-lb. A stainless steel star washer, positioned between the lug and the anodized surface of the frame, must be employed to break through the anodized layer of the frame 7. MODULE WIRING KDxxxGX-LPU series modules come pre-wired with terminals ready for most building attachments or free standing installations. Each module has two #12 AWG type USE-2/RHH/RHW-2 stranded sunlight resistant output cables each terminated with Multi-Contact locking connectors. The positive (+) terminal has a male connector while the negative (-) terminal has a female connector. Series and parallel connections shall be made by use of two #10-14 AWG type XLPE sunlight resistant output cables with male and female Multi-Contact locking connectors. NOTE: When making connections with Multi-Contact connectors, make sure the array is disabled. Module extrusion and electrically connect the ground lug to the conducting aluminum frame material. As a general rule, avoid direct contact of copper or copper alloyed ground conductors with the aluminum module frame. All ground bond securing hardware in contact with either the aluminum module frame and / or copper or copper alloy ground conductors must be stainless steel. Nut Spring washer Flat washer Ground conductor Cup washer Star washer Aluminum frame Flat washer Bolt THE BACK SURFACE OF PV MODULE TO AVOID PENETRATING BACK SHEET. PV modules that are mounted flat (0°tilt angle) should be cleaned more often, as they will not "self clean" as effectively as modules mounted at a 15°tilt or greater. [. . . ] Taipei Branch 10 Fl. , No. 66, Nanking West Road, Taipei, Taiwan Phone: 886-2-2555-3609 Fax: 886-2-2559-4131 KYOCERA (Tianjin) Sales Trading Corporation Room 2107, Ruoy Chai Building, No. 8 Yong An Dong Li, Jian Guo Men Wai Road, Chao Yang District, Beijing, 100022, China Phone: 86-10-8528-8838 Fax: 86-10-8528-8839 http://www. kyocera. com. cn/ KYOCERA Korea Co. , Ltd. Diplomatic Center Room #406, 1376-1, Seocho-2Dong, Seocho-Ku, Seoul, 137-072, Korea Phone: 82-2-3463-3538 Fax: 82-2-3463-3539 http://www. kyocera. co. kr/ 9. BLOCKING DIODES In systems utilizing a battery, blocking diodes are typically placed between the battery and PV module output to prevent battery from discharging at night. KDxxxGX-LPU series modules are made of polycrystalline cells with high electrical "back flow" resistance to nighttime battery discharging. [. . . ]