FS Series 2 PV Module User Guide - Europe First Solar Series 2 PV Modules are manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities using a breakthrough process that rapidly deposits thin films of compound semiconductor material on glass. The modules have been designed to have a long operating life and high energy yield—if installed, operated, and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this User Guide as well as in the System Design This document provides guidelines and information on First Solar FS Series 2 PV Modules for system designers, installers, and maintenance personnel. Read this User Guide thoroughly before beginning any work related to the installation, operation, or maintenance of the First Solar Series 2 PV module. Only qualified personnel should install, operate, or maintain a PV module or Failure to follow installation and handling instructions may result in injury. Failure to maintain proper operating condition requirements for the modules will void the warranty (refer to First Solar FS Series Module Warranty Terms & This guide pertains to modules installed within the European Union only. If a module is being installed outside of Europe, contact First Solar or the product distributor for the User Guide appropriate for other geographic areas. Keep this User Guide for future reference. Guidelines related to workmanship are beyond the scope of this document and are not covered in this document. ❖ High energy production in real- world conditions. ❖ Size and weight that enables efficient handing and installation. ❖ Easy, quick-connect wiring for fast ❖ Internationally recognized product five year limited power output warranties as outlined in "First Solar FS Series Module Warranty produce voltage in excess of 90 Volts Amp when exposed to sunlight. A single module could create a lethal shock hazard during hours of daylight. including periods of low light levels. The danger increases as modules are connected together in series and/or parallel. To avoid fire and/or injury due to ground fault and associated electrical hazards: connections while under load. Do connectors during daylight hours unless the module is in an open circuit condition or all modules in series and parallel are covered with an opaque material, such as a • Repair or replace damaged wires immediately. Keep all array wiring

module in an attempt to increase power output. • Never allow the PV array open- circuit voltage to exceed 1000VDC • Replace broken modules • Repair any ground faults systems when the modules or Reverse currents higher than the rated values for a First Solar module (reverse current overload), may result in module failure, including module breakage. Extreme and continuous reverse current overload conditions may cause a fire or create electrical shock hazards. To avoid reverse current overload: • Maintain equivalent voltage in parallel strings by installing an equal number of modules per string...

• Do not stack or carry multiple after removal from factory packaging to minimize the risk of • Do not lift or pull on modules using lead wires or strain relief to minimize the risk of wire damage. modules in high wind or wet Wear safety glasses (CE, ANSI gloves when working with Mounting of the FS Series 2 PV module to a suitable structure can be done by attaching the module directly to the structure using retaining clips (see Figure 5.1). The retaining clip design must meet the technical requirements specified in First Solar Application Note (PD-5-320) and must be approved for use by First...

First Solar FS Series 2 PV Modules are pré- configurée! with industry standard connectors that are "touch proof with all live parts protected against accidental contact and protect against polarity weather resistant from -40°C to +90°C, and (before derating for ambient temperature). Damaged wires, connectors or junction boxes may cause ground faults, and associated electrical hazards, including electrical shock. To avoid these conditions: • Do not pull lead wires tight at any time. After installation, the connected wire must not be under and lead wire strain relief loops to secure excess wire...

Table 5.1: Mechanical Specifications Figure 5.1: Mechanical Drawing for FS 6.0 Proper Operating Conditions The proper operating condition requirements listed below must be Failure to maintain proper operating condition requirements for the modules will void the warranty (refer to First Solar FS Series Module Warranty Terms & • First Solar must be notified in writing if modules are operated in open or short circuit conditions for more than 90 consecutive days during the installation period or any subsequent operating period; for modules operated in open or short circuit conditions for 90 consecutive...

• Periodically inspect modules for any signs of damage or broken • Broken modules should be replaced immediately. • Check that all electrical connections are tight and corrosion • Large amounts of dust and dirt on reduce the power produced. Natural rainfall will typically remove most dust. Should auxiliary cleaning be required, please refer to "FS Series PV Module Cleaning additional information. The most common causes of lower than expected PV system power output are: • Inverter failure. • Improper or faulty field wiring or • Blown fuses or tripped circuit • Excessive amounts of dirt and dust...

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