Solar Module

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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

This general manual provides important safety information relating to the installation, maintenance and handling of

CS-series solar modules. System users and professional installers should read this manual carefully and strictly follow the instructions in the manual. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, injury or property damage. The installation of solar modules requires specialized skills and should only be performed by licensed professionals.

The word "module" or "PV module" used in this manual refers to one or more CS-Series Solar Modules.

Please retain this manual for future reference.

1.1 DISCLAIMER OF INSTALLATION MANUAL

The information contained in this manual is subject to change by Canadian Solar Inc. without prior notice. Canadian

Solar Inc. makes no warranty of any kind whatsoever, either explicitly or implicitly, with respect to the information contained herein.

1.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Canadian Solar Inc. shall not be held responsible for damages of any kind, including without limitation bodily harm, injury and property damage, relating to module handling, system installation, or compliance or non-compliance with the instructions set forth in this manual .

2.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Warning:

All in structions should be read and understood before attempting to install, wire, operate and/or maintain the module. Module interconnects pass direct current (DC) when exposed 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.

General Safety

·

All installations must be performed in compliance with all applicable regional and local codes or other national or

international electrical standards.

·

Wear suitable protection (non-slip gloves, clothes, etc.) to prevent direct contact with 30VDC or greater, and to

protect your hands from sharp edges during the installation.

·

Use electrical insulated tools to reduce the risk of electric shock.

·

Remove all metallic jewelry prior to installation to reduce the chance of accidental exposure to live circuits.

·

Cover the front of the modules in the PV array with an opaque material to halt production of electricity when

installing or working with a module or wiring.

·

Do not install or handle the modules when they are wet or during periods of high wind.

·

Do not use or install broken modules.

·

If the front glass is broken, or the back sheet is torn, contact with any module surface or the frame can cause electric

shock.

·

There're no serviceable parts within the PV module. Do not attempt to repair any part of the module.

·

Keep the junction box cover closed at all times.

·

Do not disassemble a module or remove any module part.

·

Do not artificially concentrate sunlight on a module.

·

Do not connect or d isconnect modules when current from the modules or an external source is present.

3.0 MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

AM1.5 spectrum, and cell temperature of 25

℃

. The detailed electrical and mechanical characteristics of Canadian

Solar Inc. crystalline silicon PV modules can be found in table 3 of this manual (see Annex). Main electrical characteristics at STC also appear on each module label. The maximum system voltage for all module series is 1000 V.

Under certain conditions, a module may produce more current or voltage than its Standard Test Conditions rated power. Accordingly, when determining component ratings and capacities, the module short-circuit current at STC should be multiplied by 1.25, and a correction factor should be applied for the open-circuit voltage (see Table 1 below).

An additional 1.25 multiplier for the short-circuit current (for a total of 1.56) for sizing conductors and fuses may be applicable, depending on your local regulations.

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Table 1: Low temperature correction factors table for open-circuit voltage

Lowest Expected Ambient Temperature (

24 to 20/76 to 68

19 to 15/67 to 59

14 to 10/58 to 50

9 to 5/49 to 41

4 to 0/40 to 32

-1 to-5/31 to 23

℃

/

℉

) Correction Factor

1.02

1.04

1.06

1.08

1.10

1.12

1.14

-6 to-10/22 to 14

-11 to-15/13 to 5

-16 to-20/4 to-4

-21 to-25/-5 to-13

-26 to-30/-14 to-22

1.16

1.18

1.20

1.21

-31 to-35/-23 to-31

-36 to-40/-32 to-40

1.23

1.25

Alternatively, a more accurate correction factor for the open-circuit voltage can be calculated based on the following formula:

C

Voc

=1-

∝

Voc

×

(25-T)

T is the lowest expected ambient temperature at the system location

α

Voc

(%/

℃

) is the temperature coefficient of the selected module

(Refer to corresponding datasheet)

3.1 DIODES

·

Diodes inside the junction box should meet requirements below:

Module series

CS6P-PE

CS6A-PE

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Table 2: By-pass diode specifications

Number of bypass diodes

Number of cells by diodes

12

Diode ratings

Voltage

Current

≥

12 A

5

4

10 (for 3 substrings)

9 (for 2 substrings)

24

24

≥

10A

CS5P

CS5A

CS5T

CS6A

CS6P

CS6X

CS6H

CS5C

CS6E

CS6D

CS6C

CS5E

CS5H

3

2

18

18

18

20

16

20

24

18

18

18

18

≥

40V

≥

15 A

≥

10A

·

Diode configurations as below:

CS6P-PE /CS6A-PE CS5A/CS5T/CS6A/CS6P/CS6X CS5P

Diode type

Schottky diodes

CS6H/CS5C/CS6E/CS6D/

CS6C/CS5E/CS5H

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4.0 UNPACKING AND STORAGE

Precautions and General Safety

·

Store modules in a dry and ventilated room.

·

Do not allow children and unauthorized persons near the installation site or storage area of modules.

·

Do not transport modules in an upright position.

·

Unpacking module pallet with care and follow the unpacking steps marked on the pallet. Be careful

when unpacking, transporting and storing the modules.

·

Do not carry a module by its wires or junction box. Carry a module by its frame with two or more people.

·

Do not place modules on top of each other.

·

Do not place excessive loads on the module or twist the module frame.

·

Do not stand, step, walk and/or jump on the module.

·

Do not drop or place objects on the modules (such as tools.)

·

Do not mark the modules with sharp instrument. Particular attention should be taken to avoid module backsheet to

come in contact with sharp objects, as scratches may directly affect product safety.

·

Do not leave a module unsupported or unsecured.

·

Do not change the wiring of bypass diodes.

·

Keep all electrical contacts clean and dry.

Product identification

·

Each module is fitted with two identical barcodes (one on the laminate under the glass, the second on the module

frame) for its unique identification. Each module has a unique serial number with 13 digits.

·

A nameplate is also affixed on the rear side of each module. This nameplate defines the model type, as well as the

main electrical and safety characteristics of the module.

5.0 MODULE INSTALLATION

Precautions and General Safety

·

B efore installing modules, contact the appropriate authorities for site, installation and inspection

permission and requirement. .

·

Check applicable building codes to ensure that the construction or structure (roof, facade, support,

etc.) can withstand the module system load.

·

When installing modules, please ensure the assembly is mounted over a fire resistant roof covering

rated for the application. Canadian Solar modules have been listed as Class C according to UL790

standard.

·

CS-series solar modules have been qualified for Application Class A (equivalent to Safety Class II

requirements). Modules rated under this class should be used in systems operating at voltage above

50V or power above 240W, where general contact access is anticipated.

·

CAUTION: In any case DO NOT STAND OR STEP on the modules, as localized high loads may

induce severe micro-cracks at the cell level, which in turn may compromise module reliability.

Failure to comply with above caution will void Canadian Solar Inc warranty.

Environmental conditions

·

The module is intended for use in general open climates, as defined in IEC 60721-2-1: Classification of

environmental conditions Part 2-1: Environmental conditions appearing in nature - temperature and humidity.

·

Do not install modules near naked flames or flammable materials.

·

Do not expose modules to artificially concentrated light sources.

·

Do not immerse modules in water or constantly expose modules to water (either fresh or salt) (i.e. from fountains,

sea spray).

·

Exposing modules to salt (i.e. marine environments) and sulfur (i.e. sulfur sources, volcanoes) risks module

corrosion.

Requirements of installation

·

Ensure that the module meets the technical requirements of the system as a whole.

·

Ensure that other systems components do not exert damaging mechanical or electrical influences on the modules.

·

Modules can be wired in a series to increase voltage or in parallel to increase current. To connect in series, connect

cables from the positive terminal of one module to the negative terminal of the next module. To connect in parallel,

connect cables from the positive terminal of one module to the positive terminal on the next module.

·

Quantity of bypass diodes provided can vary depending on model series.

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Connect the quantity of modules that match the voltage specifications of the inverters used in the system. Modules

must not be connected together to create a voltage higher than the permitted maximum system voltage, even under

the worst local temperature conditions (see table 1 for correction coefficients to apply for open-circuit voltage).

·

A maximum of two strings can be connected in parallel without using over-current protection device (fuses)

incorporated in series within each string. Three of more strings can be connected in parallel if an appropriate and

certified over-current protection device is installed in series with each string.

·

Similar electrical performance modules should be connected in same series to avoid or minimize mismatch effects

in arrays.

·

To minimize risk in the event of an indirect lightning strike, avoid forming loops when designing the system.

·

The recommended maximum series fuse rating is tabulated in annex.

·

Modules should be firmly fixed in place in a manner suitable to withstand all expected loads, including wind and

snow loads. A minimum clearance of 6.5 mm (1/4 of an inch) or more between modules is required to allow for

thermal expansion of the frames.

·

Small openings for water draining on the underside of the module should not be blocked after mounting.

Optimum orientation and tilt

·

Find out the optimum orientation and tilt of the PV modules for your region to achieve the maximum annual yield.

Generation of maximum power occurs when sunlight shines perpendicularly onto the PV modules.

Avoid shading

·

Even the slightest partial shading (e.g., from dirt deposits) will cause a reduction in yield. A module is considered

"shadow-free" if it is unobstructed across its entire surface for the whole year. Even on the shortest day of the year,

unobstructed sunlight can reach the module.

Reliable ventilation

·

Sufficient clearance (at least 10 cm) between the module frame and the mounting surface is required to allow for

cooling air to circulate around the back of the module. This also allows for condensation or moisture to dissipate.

5.1 MODULE WIRING

Correct wiring scheme

·

When designing the system, avoid forming loops (to minimize risk in the event of an indirect lighting strike). Make

sure that wiring is correct before starting up the system. If the measured open circuit voltage (Voc) and short-circuit

current (Isc) differ from the specifications, then there is a wiring fault.

Correct connection of plug connectors

·

Make sure that the connection is safe and tight. The plug connector should not receive outer stress. The connector

should only be used to connect the circuit. It should never be used to turn the circuit on and off.

Use of suitable materials

·

Use special solar cable and suitable plugs only (wiring should be placed in conduit that is sunlight-resistant or, if

exposed, should be sunlight-resistant) in accordance with local fire, building and electrical code. Ensure that they are

in perfect electrical and mechanical condition.

· 2

The permitted type of solar cable is single conductor, 2.5-10 mm (8-14 AWG), 90

℃

wet rated, with proper

insulation to withstand the maximum possible system open-circuit voltage (such as TUV 2PfG1169 approved). The

conductor material should be copper only. Select a suitable conductor gauge to minimize voltage drop.

Cable protection

·

Secure the cables to the mounting system using UV-resistant cable ties. Protect exposed cables from damage with

appropriate precautions (e.g. locate them within plastic conduit). Avoid exposure to the direct sunlight.

5.

2 GROUNDING

·

Although the modules are certified to safety class II, it is recommended that they be grounded and the module

installation complies with all local electrical codes and regulations.

·

The earth grounding connection should be made by a qualified electrician.

· 2

Connect module frames to each other using adequate grounding cables, the recommended size is 4-14mm (AWG

6-12) copper wires. Holes provided for this purpose are identified with a green label. All the junctions on the

conductive connection must be fixed.

·

The bolts, nuts, flat washers, lock washers or other relevant hardware should be made of stainless steel.

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Grounding hardware is not provided by Canadian Solar Inc.

·

Two specific grounding methods are recommended for Canadian Solar Inc. standard modules with 5 mm grounding

holes, as described below. Other grounding methods can be acceptable, provided they comply with all local electrical

codes and regulations. For some modules (SunTuile or NewEdge), standard grounding methods cannot be applied,

please refer to the most updated relevant technical notes (IM/IEC/SUNT-EN and IM/IEC/NEWE-EN).

Method A: Bolt + Nut with teeth + Cup washer.

Attach wire between the flat washer and cup washer. Place cup washer (concave side up) between frame and wire.

Tighten the bolt using the nut with teeth.

·

A grounding kit with M5 size SS cap bolt, M5 size SS flat washer, M5 size SS cup washer, and M5 size SS nut (with

teeth) is used to attach a copper grounding wire to grounding hole pre-drilled on the frame (see picture above).

·

Attach the wire between the flat washer and the cup washer. Ensure the cup washer is between the frame and wire

with concave side up to prevent corrosion due to dissimilar metal. Tighten the bolt securely using the SS nut with teeth.

A wrench may be used in this application. The tightening torque is 1 Nm.

Method B: Bolt + K-nut + Ring terminal (copper).

·

Connect the grounding hardware (M5) to the grounding hole on the

frame as shown in the picture.

·

A K-nut is used to penetrate the frame's anodizing (protective coating)

to create conductive connection.

·

A torque moment of about 3 Nm should be used to fasten the

grounding parts to module frame.

6.0 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

Standard modules

·

For a clear understanding of module, please refer to the illustration of a standard module shown below:

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Reference

1

2

Designation

Grounding holes

Junction box

6

4

2

4

3

Standard mounting holes

(long side)

1

1

4

Additional mounting holes

(high wind or snow loads)

3

( )

7

3

( )

5

Standard mounting holes

(short side)

6

6 Module frame

4

4

7

Cables and connectors

5

·

The mounting design must be certified by a registered professional engineer. The mounting design and procedures

shall comply with local codes and all authorities having jurisdiction.

·

Mounting hardware is not provided by Canadian Solar Inc.

·

Standard modules can be mounted to a support structure with several approved methods, either using the mounting

holes located on the frame back flanges (see Example A), by means of clamps (see Example B) or by means of

insertion systems. For other installation hardware, please contact your local representative for further information.

Failure to use a recognized installation method will void Canadian Solar Inc warranty.

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Clamping on

·

Use appropriate corrosion-proof fastening materials. All mounting hardware (bolt/spring washer/flat washer/nut)

should be stainless steel M6 size for bolting method (A), and M8 size for clamping method (B).

·

Use a torque wrench for installation. The above figure shows methods of fastening module to support structure.

Tightening torques should respectively be within 4~6 Nm and 10~17 Nm for M6x1 (Example A) and M8x1.5 (Example

B) coarse thread bolts, depending on bolt class. Different recommendations from specific clamping hardware

suppliers should prevail.

·

Standard modules can be installed in either landscape or portrait position, refer to the detailed instructions in

tables 3 to 6 for further guidance. Note that further countermeasures such the use of additional support bars should be

considered in heavy snow areas (> 2400 Pa), to avoid damage by the snow accumulating in the lowest row of modules.

·

When the addition of a support bar is recommended to enhance mechanical stability and module long term

performance reliability, material of suitable resistance should be selected. Canadian Solar Inc recommends a

minimum thickness of 50mm for the bar. The support bar centerline should be positioned within 100 mm of the side

frame centerline (slight shift may be necessary to access module grounding hole).

6.1 METHOD A: BOLTING

·

Modules should be bolted to support structures through mounting holes located in the frame's back flanges only. Do

not drill additional holes or modify the module frame. Doing so will void the warranty.

·

Each module must be securely fastened at a minimum of 4 points on two opposite sides, using the most inner

mounting holes. If additional wind loads are anticipated for this installation, additional mounting points should be

used. System designer and installer are responsible for load calculations and for proper design of support structure.

·

Modules should be bolted at the following hole locations depending on the configuration and load:

Table 3: Authorized attachments for bolting method

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

Downforce load

≤

2400 Pa

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

2400 Pa

≤

Downforce load

≤

5400 Pa

Use 4 standard mounting holes (long side)

Bolting on long

side frame

Bolting on short side frame

(except for 6X series)

Mounting rails may run perpendicularly or parallel to the long side frame

Use 4 standard mounting holes (short side) Use 4 standard mounting holes (short side).

An additional support bar should be placed below the module.

Mounting rails may run parallel or perpendicularly to the short side frame

Support bar

Mounting rails should run parallel to the short side frame

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6.2 METHOD B: CLAMPING

·

The mounting method has been qualified by Canadian Solar Inc but has NOT yet been certified by a third-party

organization.

·

Top or bottom clamping methods will vary and are dependent on the mounting structures. Follow mounting

guidelines recommended by the mounting system supplier.

·

Each module must be securely fastened at a minimum of 4 points on two opposite sides. The clamps should be

positioned according to the authorized position ranges defined in table 4. Install and tighten the module clamps to the

mounting rails using the torque stated by the mounting hardware manufacturer. System designer and installer are

responsible for load calculations and for proper design of support structure.

·

Canadian Solar Inc. warranty may be void in cases where improper clamps or unsuitable installation methods are

found. When installing inter-modules or end type clamps, take measures so as:

1.Not to bend the module frame

2.Not to touch or cast shadow on the front glass

3.Not to damage the surface of the frame

4.To ensure the clamps overlap the module frame by at least 5 mm.

5.To ensure the clamps overlap length is at least 40 mm.

·

Clamp material should be anodized aluminum alloy. Floating type clamps are not authorized.

·

Clamp positions are of crucial importance for the reliability of the installation, the clamp centerlines must only be

positioned within the ranges indicated in table 4, depending on the configuration and load.

·

For configurations where the mounting rails run parallel to the clamps installation side, precautions should be taken

to ensure the module frame (C-shape) overlap the rail by 15mm or more.

Table 4: Authorized attachments for clamping method

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

Downforce load

≤

2400 Pa

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

2400 Pa

≤

Downforce load

≤

5400 Pa

Use 4 clamps on the long side, the allowed range Use 4 clamps on the long side, the allowed range depends on the module type.

depends on the module type.

A1 A1 B1 B1

Clamping on long side frame

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Clamping on short side frame

A1 A1

Mounting rails may run perpendicularly or parallel to the long side frame

Use 4 clamps on the short side, the allowed range depends on the module type. Mounting rails may run parallel or perpendicularly to the short side frame

B1 B1

Mounting rails may run perpendicularly or parallel to the long side frame

Use 4 clamps on the short side, the allowed range depends on the module type. An additional support bar should be placed below the module.

A2 A2

A2 A2

A2 A2

A2

A2

Support bar

Mounting rails should run parallel to the short side frame

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Clamping on short side frame

For CS5P and CS6P series, an additional support bar should be placed below the module where download force above

1600Pa is expected. Mounting rails should run parallel to the short side frame.

A2

A2

A2 A2

Support bar

Authorized range for clamping as a function of model type:

Model type

CS5A

CS5P

CS6A

CS6P, CS5T

CS6X

A1 range (mm)

220 - 380

220 - 390

220 - 340

240 - 410

340 - 550

B1 range (mm)

330 - 400

330 - 400

270 - 330

340 - 410

410 - 490

A2 range (mm)

170 - 200

220 - 270

200 - 250

200 - 250

200 - 250

6.3 METHOD C: INSERTION SYSTEMS

·

The mounting method has been qualified by Canadian Solar Inc but has NOT yet been certified by a third-party

organization.

·

Insertion methods will vary and are dependent on the mounting structures. Follow mounting guidelines

recommended by the mounting system supplier.

·

Each module must be securely maintained through all its length on two opposite sides. Install and tighten the

insertion profiles to the support structure using the hardware and instructions provided by the mounting system

manufacturer. System designer and installer are responsible for load calculations and for proper design of support

structure.

·

Canadian Solar Inc. warranty may be void in cases where improper insertion systems or unsuitable installation

methods are found. When installing insertion profiles, take measures so as:

1.Not to bend the module frame

2.Not to touch or cast shadow on the front glass

3.Not to damage the surface of the frame

4.To ensure the insertion profiles overlap the module frame by at least 10 mm.

5.To ensure the module frame (C-shape) overlap the insertion profiles by

at least 15mm.

6.To ensure insertion profile thickness and tolerances suits module thickness

(40mm for most of Canadian Solar inc modules).

Table 5: Authorized attachments for insertion method

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

Downforce load

≤

2400 Pa

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

2400 Pa

≤

Downforce load

≤

4000 Pa

Use 2 insertion profiles running parallel to the long side frame.

Insertion profile on long side frame

For CS6X series, installations where the downforce load can reach up to a 5400Pa are authorized.

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Use 2 insertion profiles running parallel to the short side frame.

Use 2 insertion profiles running parallel to the short side frame.

Insertion profile on short side frame

For CS5P and CS6P series, an additional support bar should be placed below the module where download force above 1600Pa is expected.

An additional support bar should be placed below the module.

For CS6X series, installations where the downforce load can reach up to a

5400Pa are authorized

6.4 SPECIFIC MODULE RANGES

Technical notes

·

For SunTuile module frames (SunTuile series: CS5A-xxxMF and CS6A-xxxPF models), please refer to the most

updated IM/IEC/ SUNT-EN technical note.

·

For NewEdge module frames (NewEdge series: CS5A-xxxMX and CS6P-xxxPX models), please refer to the most

updated IM/IEC/ NEWE-EN technical note.

·

For frameless laminates (CS5A-xxxM-L model) mounted with Intrasole CL, please refer to the most updated

IM/IEC/INTCL-EN technical note.

Floating clamped configuration (only for CS5A-M-L laminate model)

·

Clamping methods will vary and are dependent on the mounting structures. Follow mounting guidelines

recommended by the mounting system supplier.

·

Each laminate must be securely fastened at a minimum of 8 points on the two opposite long sides. Clamp positions

are of crucial importance for the reliability of the installation, the clamp centerlines must only be positioned within the

ranges indicated in table 6. Install and tighten the module clamps to the mounting rails using the torque stated by the

mounting hardware manufacturer (in the absence of instructions, Canadian Solar Inc recommends a torque about

15Nm to 20Nm). System designer and installer are responsible for load calculations and for proper design of support

structure.

·

Clamp material should be aluminum. EPDM type rubber or similar material should be used between the

laminate/clamp and laminate/mounting rail interfaces in order to prevent any damages to the laminate.

·

Canadian Solar Inc. warranty may be void in cases where improper clamps or unsuitable installation methods are

found. When installing inter-modules or end type clamps, take measures so as:

1.Not to bend the laminate excessively

2.Not to cast shadow on the cells

3.Not to damage or scratch the surface of the glass and backsheet

4.To ensure the clamps overlap the module glass by at least 12 mm.

5.To ensure the clamps overlap length is at least 76 mm.

6.To ensure a minimum contact area of 40mm x 30mm between

the clamp and the mounting rails (rail thickness should be at

leat 40mm).

7.To use clamps of appropriate thickness, allowing the CS5A-M-L

4mm glass laminate to be fixed floatingly.

·

Vertical (landscape) mounting of the laminate is not authorized unless appropriate safety hooks are used to secure

the laminate against sliding-off.

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Table 6: Authorized attachments for CS5A-M-L laminate

Uplift load

≤

2400 Pa

Downforce load

≤

2400 Pa 2400 Pa

Uplift load

≤

≤

2400 Pa

Downforce load

≤

5400 Pa

Use 4 clamps on the long side, at the positions defined below (tolerance

±

20 mm).

A1=286mm A2=334mm

A1

Clamping on long side frame

Not allowed.

A2 A2

Mounting rails may run perpendicularly or parallel to the long side frame

Clamping on short side frame

Not allowed

7.0 MAINTENANCE

·

Do not change the PV components (diode, junction box, plug connectors).

·

Regular maintenance is required to keep modules clear of snow, bird droppings, seeds, pollen, leaves, branches,

dirt spots and dust.

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If a module has a sufficient tilt (at least 15 ), it generally is not necessary to clean the modules (rainfall will have a

self-cleaning effect). When there is a noticeable buildup of soiling deposits on the module surface, wash the PV array

with water and a gentle cleaning implement (a sponge) during the cool part of the day. Dirt must never be scraped or

rubbed away when dry, as this will cause micro-scratches.

·

If snow is present, a brush with soft bristles can be used to clean the surface of the module.

·

Periodically inspect the system to make sure all wiring and supports stay intact.

·

If you need electrical or mechanical inspection or maintenance, it is recommended to have a licensed, authorized

professional carry out the job to avoid hazards of electric shock or injury.

ANNEX: MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL RATINGS

2

Standard Test Conditions are: irradiance of 1 kW/m , AM1.5 spectrum, and cell temperature of 25

℃

. The electrical characteristics are respectively within

±

10 percent or [0; +5W] of the indicated values for Isc, Voc and Pmax.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

CS5E-20P

CS5E-22P

CS5E-24P

CS5C-85M

CS5C-90M

CS5C-95M

CS5C-100M

CS5E-20M

CS5E-22M

CS5E-24M

CS5E-25M

CS5F-13M

CS5F-14M

CS5F-15M

Table 7: Specifications for CS-series photovoltaic modules under STC

Model Type

Maximum power

Pmax<W>

25

13

14

15

20

22

24

20

22

24

85

90

95

100

17.6

17.9

18.4

18.7

17.4

17.5

17.8

17.4

17.7

18.20

17.8

18

18.3

18.5

Operating

Voltage

(Vmp) <V>

Operating current

Imp <A>

Open Circuit

Voltage

Voc <V>

Short Circuit

Current

Isc <A>

Max. Series

Fuse Rating

<A>

1.14

1.23

1.31

1.34

0.75

0.8

0.84

1.15

1.24

1.32

4.78

4.99

5.19

5.39

21.9

22.2

22.4

22.6

21.5

21.8

22

21.7

22

22.19

22.1

22.3

22.4

22.5

1.23

1.31

1.41

1.43

0.83

0.88

0.92

1.25

1.33

1.43

5.12

5.34

5.52

5.74

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

Overall

Dimension

<mm>

446×284×25

Weight

<Kg>

2.10

8.00

2.10

1.50

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Model Type

Maximum power

Pmax<W>

Operating

Voltage

(Vmp) <V>

170.0

175.0

180.0

185.0

187.5

190.0

195.0

200.0

205.0

215.0

220.0

225.0

230.0

235.0

240.0

245.0

250.0

255.0

260.0

200.0

180

185

190

195

155.0

160.0

165.0

43

45

47

50

165

170

175

240.0

245.0

250.0

255.0

260.0

130.0

135.0

205.0

210.0

215.0

220.0

225.0

230.0

235.0

140.0

145.0

150.0

26

24

22

20

35.6

35.8

36.1

36.4

36.5

36.6

37.0

37.4

37.7

46.4

46.6

46.9

47.0

47.2

47.6

47.9

48.2

48.5

48.9

46.7

35.7

36.0

36.2

36.6

35.1

35.1

35.3

17.8

18

18.3

18.7

34.9

35.2

35.4

48.1

48.4

48.7

49.0

49.3

29.2

29.3

46.7

46.8

46.8

47.0

47.4

47.5

47.7

29.5

29.8

30.1

18.4

18.1

17.7

17.5

CS5A-205M

CS5P-215P

CS5P-220P

CS5P-225P

CS5P-230P

CS5P-235P

CS5P-240P

CS5P-245P

CS5P-250P

CS5P-255P

CS5P-260P

CS5P-200M

CS5P-205M

CS5P-210M

CS5P-215M

CS5P-220M

CS5P-225M

CS5P-230M

CS5P-235M

CS5P-240M

CS5P-245M

CS5P-250M

CS5P-255M

CS5P-260M

CS5T-130M

CS5T-135M

CS5T-140M

CS5T-145M

CS5T-150M

CS6H-26M

CS6H-24M

CS6H-22M

CS6H-20M

CS5H-43M

CS5H-45M

CS5H-47M

CS5H-50M

CS5A-165P

CS5A-170P

CS5A-175P

CS5A-180P

CS5A-185P

CS5A-190P

CS5A-195P

CS5A-155M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-160M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-165M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-170M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-175M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-180M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-185M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-187.5MF

CS5A-190M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-195M/MF/MX/M-L

CS5A-200M/MF/MX/M-L

Operating current

Imp <A>

Open Circuit

Voltage

Voc <V>

Short Circuit

Current

Isc <A>

Max. Series

Fuse Rating

<A>

4.78

4.89

4.99

5.09

5.14

5.19

5.27

5.35

5.43

4.64

4.73

4.79

4.89

4.98

5.04

5.11

5.19

5.26

5.32

4.29

5.04

5.14

5.25

5.32

4.42

4.55

4.68

2.41

2.5

2.57

2.68

4.73

4.83

4.94

4.99

5.06

5.14

5.21

5.27

4.45

4.60

4.39

4.49

4.59

4.68

4.74

4.84

4.93

4.74

4.87

4.99

1.41

1.33

1.24

1.14

44.1

44.3

44.4

44.6

44.6

44.7

44.8

45.0

45.3

45.4

57.9

58.3

58.6

58.7

58.8

58.9

59.0

59.1

59.3

59.5

57.8

44.1

44.2

44.3

44.4

44.6

43.6

43.8

22.2

22.3

22.4

22.6

43.7

43.9

59.4

59.5

59.6

59.8

60.0

36.3

36.6

58.0

58.2

58.4

58.8

59.0

59.1

59.2

36.8

37.0

37.1

22.7

22.4

22.1

21.9

5.12

5.23

5.34

5.46

5.49

5.52

5.62

5.71

5.81

4.99

5.05

5.13

5.22

5.31

5.38

5.47

5.53

5.58

5.63

4.69

5.41

5.54

5.61

5.70

4.80

4.91

5.01

2.57

2.67

2.75

2.86

5.09

5.20

5.31

5.34

5.43

5.49

5.55

5.62

4.82

4.95

4.77

4.86

4.95

5.01

5.09

5.18

5.27

5.08

5.21

5.34

1.5

1.41

1.33

1.26

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

Overall

Dimension

<mm>

630x542x25

1595X801X40 or

1580 X808X40

Weight

<Kg>

3.5

15.30

1595X801X40

(standard Ed1) or

1580 X808X40

(standard Ed2) or

1639X827X17

(MF only) or

1589X795X22.5

(M-L only)

15.30

(standard) or

17.00

(MX only)

1602X1061X40

1602X1061X40

1638X982X40

534X350X25

20.30

20.30

19.00

2.40

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Model Type

Maximum power

Pmax<W>

Operating

Voltage

(Vmp) <V>

30.7

30.9

31.1

27.7

28.0

28.2

28.2

28.5

28.6

28.7

28.9

28.9

29.7

29.9

30.1

30.2

30.3

30.4

30.5

17.9

17.9

29.2

29.2

29.3

29.3

29.5

17.6

17.8

18.0

18.1

17.3

17.4

17.4

17.6

17.5

18.4

18.0

17.6

17.3

17.5

17.6

17.5

17.6

18.0

18.3

18.6

18.2

17.8

18.2

17.9

17.5

17.3

17.3

17.5

17.8

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260.0

265.0

270.0

165.0

170.0

175.0

180.0

185.0

190.0

195.0

200.0

205.0

225.0

230.0

235.0

240.0

245.0

250.0

255.0

140.0

145.0

200.0

205.0

210.0

215.0

220.0

130.0

135.0

140.0

145.0

120.0

125.0

130.0

135.0

45

60

55

50

45

120.0

125.0

75

60

55

50

60

65

70

60

65

70

75

26

24

22

20

CS6C-135P

CS6C-140P

CS6C-145P

CS6P-200M

CS6P-205M

CS6P-210M

CS6P-215M

CS6P-220M

CS6P-225M/MM

CS6P-230M/MM

CS6P-235M/MM

CS6P-240M/MM

CS6P-245M/MM

CS6P-250M/MM

CS6P-255M/MM

CS6P-260M/MM

CS6P-265MM

CS6P-270MM

CS6P-165PE

CS6P-170PE

CS6P-175PE

CS6P-180PE

CS6P-185PE

CS6P-190PE

CS6P-195PE

CS6P-200P/PE/PX

CS6P-205P/PE/PX

CS6E-45M

CS6E-60P

CS6E-55P

CS6E-50P

CS6E-45P

CS6C-120M

CS6C-125M

CS6C-130M

CS6C-135M

CS6C-140M

CS6C-145M

CS6C-120P

CS6C-125P

CS6C-130P

CS6H-26P

CS6H-24P

CS6H-22P

CS6H-20P

CS6D-60P

CS6D-65P

CS6D-70P

CS6D-75P

CS6D-60M

CS6D-65M

CS6D-70M

CS6D-75M

CS6E-60M

CS6E-55M

CS6E-50M

Operating current

Imp <A>

Open Circuit

Voltage

Voc <V>

Short Circuit

Current

Isc <A>

Max. Series

Fuse Rating

<A>

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

5.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

10.00

5.00

8.99

9.11

9.19

6.73

6.85

7.00

7.16

7.27

7.42

7.54

7.67

7.78

8.07

8.22

8.34

8.46

8.61

8.74

8.87

8.40

8.65

7.56

7.66

7.77

7.89

7.97

7.95

8.07

8.28

8.52

7.67

7.83

8.07

8.19

2.83

3.47

3.27

3.27

2.88

7.56

7.71

3.78

3.96

4.15

4.37

3.42

3.22

3.0

1.52

1.43

1.35

1.28

3.84

4.02

4.21

4.43

37.8

37.9

38.2

35.6

35.7

35.8

35.8

35.9

36.0

36.1

36.2

36.2

37.0

37.1

37.2

37.3

37.4

37.5

37.7

22.1

22.2

36.5

36.5

36.7

36.8

36.9

22.1

22.2

22.3

22.4

21.7

21.8

21.9

22.0

21.9

22.6

22.2

22.0

21.7

21.9

22.0

21.9

22.1

22.3

22.5

22.8

22.4

22.2

22.5

22.2

21.9

21.7

21.7

21.9

22.1

22.3

8.48

8.61

8.67

5.96

6.07

6.21

6.38

6.49

6.64

6.80

6.93

7.09

7.58

7.70

7.82

7.95

8.09

8.22

8.35

7.84

8.09

6.86

7.02

7.17

7.33

7.45

7.38

7.58

7.76

8.01

6.93

7.19

7.46

7.65

2.57

3.26

3.06

2.84

2.6

6.86

7.12

3.43

3.68

3.89

4.11

3.23

3.03

2.82

1.43

1.34

1.25

1.16

3.47

3.72

3.93

4.15

Overall

Dimension

<mm>

534X350X25

783X666X35

783X666X35

608X666X35

608X666X35

1485X666X40

1485X666X40

1638X982X40

Weight

<Kg>

2.40

6.50

6.50

5.10

5.10

12.00

12.00

19.00

(Standard) or

19.50

(MM Only)

1638X982X40

19.00

(standard) or

20.50

(PX only) or

19.50

(PM Only)

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Model Type

Maximum power

Pmax<W>

Operating

Voltage

(Vmp) <V>

175.0

180.0

185.0

190.0

195.0

200.0

205.0

135.0

140.0

145.0

150.0

155.0

160.0

165.0

170.0

210.0

215.0

255.0

260.0

265.0

270.0

275.0

280.0

285.0

290.0

295.0

300.0

305.0

170.0

175.0

180.0

185.0

190.0

195.0

200.0

205.0

210.0

215.0

250.0

255.0

260.0

265.0

270.0

275.0

160.0

165.0

210.0

215.0

220.0

225.0

230.0

235.0

240.0

245.0

23.4

23.5

23.7

23.9

24.0

24.1

24.2

22.3

22.5

22.7

22.9

22.9

23.1

23.1

23.2

24.3

24.5

34.8

34.9

35.1

35.3

35.5

35.6

35.8

35.9

36.0

36.1

36.3

23.5

23.6

23.8

23.9

24.1

24.2

24.3

24.5

24.6

24.7

30.1

30.2

30.4

30.6

30.8

31.0

23.3

23.4

29.0

29.0

29.2

29.4

29.6

29.8

29.9

30.0

CS6P-210P/PE/PX

CS6P-215P/PE/PX

CS6P-220P/PE/PM/PX

CS6P-225P/PE/PM/PX

CS6P-230P/PE/PM/PX

CS6P-235P/PE/PM/PX

CS6P-240P/PM/PX

CS6P-245P/PM/PX

CS6P-250P/PM/PX

CS6P-255P/PM/PX

CS6P-260P/PM/PX

CS6P-265PM

CS6P-270PM

CS6P-275PM

CS6A-160M

CS6A-165M

CS6A-170M

CS6A-175M

CS6A-180M

CS6A-185M

CS6A-190M/MM

CS6A-195M/MM

CS6A-200M/MM

CS6A-205MM

CS6A-210MM

CS6A-215MM

CS6A-135PE

CS6A-140PE

CS6A-145PE

CS6A-150PE

CS6A-155PE

CS6A-160P/PE/PX

CS6A-165P/PE/PF/PX/P-L

CS6A-170P/PE/PF/PX/P-L

CS6A-175P/PE/PF/PX/P-L

CS6A-180P/PE/PF/PX/P-L

CS6A-185P/PE/PF/PM /PX/P-L

CS6A-190P/PE/PF/PM /PX/P-L

CS6A-195P/PF/PM /PX/P-L

CS6A-200P/PM /PX

CS6A-205P/PM /PX

CS6A-210P/PM /PX

CS6A-215PM

CS6X-255P

CS6X-260P

CS6X-265P

CS6X-270P

CS6X-275P

CS6X-280P

CS6X-285P

CS6X-290P

CS6X-295P

CS6X-300P

CS6X-305P

Operating current

Imp <A>

Open Circuit

Voltage

Voc <V>

Short Circuit

Current

Isc <A>

Max. Series

Fuse Rating

<A>

7.49

7.65

7.82

7.95

8.13

8.30

8.47

6.05

6.21

6.41

6.56

6.76

6.93

7.13

7.32

8.63

8.78

7.33

7.45

7.55

7.65

7.76

7.86

7.96

8.08

8.19

8.30

8.41

7.24

7.41

7.58

7.74

7.87

8.04

8.22

8.38

8.54

8.70

8.30

8.43

8.56

8.66

8.75

8.88

6.86

7.06

7.25

7.40

7.53

7.65

7.78

7.90

8.03

8.17

29.3

29.4

29.4

29.6

29.6

29.8

29.9

28.5

28.6

28.7

28.8

28.8

28.9

29.0

29.2

30.0

30.2

43.7

43.8

43.9

44.1

44.1

44.2

44.3

44.4

44.5

44.6

44.8

29.4

29.5

29.6

29.7

29.8

29.9

30.0

30.2

30.3

30.4

37.2

37.4

37.5

37.7

37.9

38.0

29.2

29.2

36.4

36.5

36.6

36.7

36.8

36.9

37.0

37.1

8.04

8.19

8.39

8.50

8.69

8.87

9.03

6.82

7.00

7.19

7.35

7.51

7.67

7.82

7.92

9.19

9.35

7.95

8.04

8.10

8.19

8.31

8.42

8.53

8.64

8.76

8.87

8.97

7.80

7.92

8.07

8.26

8.38

8.56

8.74

8.90

9.06

9.22

8.87

9.00

9.12

9.23

9.32

9.45

7.56

7.71

7.89

8.01

8.09

8.19

8.34

8.46

8.59

8.74

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

Overall

Dimension

<mm>

1324X982X40

1954X982X40

Weight

<Kg>

15.30

(Standard) or

15.50

(MM Only)

1324X982X40

(standard) or

1368X1008X17

(PF only) or

1318X976X22.5

(P-L only)

15.30

(standard) or

18.50

(PF Only) or

15.50

(PM Only) or

15.00

(P-L only)

27.00

(4mm

Glass) or

23.00

(3.2mm

Glass)

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Model Type

CS6X-255M

CS6X-260M

CS6X-265M

CS6X-270M

CS6X-275M

CS6X-280M

CS6X-285M

CS6X-290M

CS6X-295M

CS6X-300M

CS6X-305M

CS6X-310M

INNOVATION I QUALITY I VALUE

Maximum power

Pmax<W>

Operating

Voltage

(Vmp) <V>

255.0

260.0

265.0

270.0

275.0

280.0

285.0

290.0

295.0

300.0

305.0

310.0

35.2

35.3

35.5

35.6

35.8

36.0

36.1

36.3

36.4

36.5

36.6

36.7

Operating current

Imp <A>

Open Circuit

Voltage

Voc <V>

Short Circuit

Current

Isc <A>

Max. Series

Fuse Rating

<A>

7.25

7.37

7.47

7.58

7.68

7.78

7.89

8.00

8.11

8.22

8.33

8.44

44.0

44.1

44.3

44.4

44.5

44.6

44.7

44.7

44.9

45.0

45.2

45.3

7.83

7.92

7.98

8.07

8.19

8.30

8.40

8.51

8.63

8.74

8.84

8.95

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

15.00

Overall

Dimension

<mm>

1954X982X40

Weight

<Kg>

27.00

(4mm

Glass) or

23.00

(3.2mm

Glass)

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