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- Page 1 SolarWorld Kit easy Standardized solar kit for installation on pitched roofs. Planning and Implementation. Translation of the original instruction manual for installers 03/2013 www.solarworld.com...
- Page 2 Proven quality – simply clever The SolarWorld Kit easy is a high quality product from the SolarWorld AG product line. The SolarWorld Kit easy includes all components needed for establishing and operating a solar power system: High quality SolarWorld solar modules, your choice of inverters, assembly system, wires and accessories.
- Page 3 Table of Contents Page Safety information Safety notice classification Safety information Information about PV plant design Installation information System description Kit sizes Technical overview Site conditions System arrangement Unpacking instructions Supporting profiles Screw connections Module clamping Roof hook mounting part...
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Page 4: Safety Information
Observe applicable accident prevention regulations during installation. Do not stand or walk on solar modules. f Ensure that the SolarWorld Kit easy is used only as intended. Observe local standards, building codes and accident prevention regulations during installation and commissioning. Safety information for other system components must also be followed. -
Page 5: A2 Safety Information
Safety information DANGER! WARNING! Risk of fatal electric shock Risk of falling f Solar modules generate power as soon as they f Risk of falling when working on the roof and when are exposed to light. The voltage of a single solar climbing up and down. - Page 6 Comments regarding PV plant design f Ensure adequate load capacity (based on dimensi- precautions (such as by using UV-resistant plastic ons, condition and suitable material properties) of tubes or wire conduits). the roof substructure, support structure and other f For PV plants running parallel to the roof, the solar affected layers (such as an insulation layer).
- Page 7 Fire protection In general, the following applies: Local fire protection regulations are to be observed 1. The functionality of fire break and party walls during planning and arrangement. must not be impaired. 2. PV modules must not be installed over fire break Information about fire break and party walls and party walls.
- Page 8 Proper and improper use Proper use Improper use The SolarWorld Kit easy includes the Sunfix plus This list does not include all conceivable types of improper use and thus does not make any claim of assembly system used to affix solar power modules onto roofs of standard construction and height.
- Page 9 Kit dimensions The SolarWorld Kit easy is available in three different sizes, including 16, 20 and 24 solar modules. There are several arrangement options for each of these sizes. 16 solar modules (4 kWp) Arrangement option 2 x 8 solar modules...
- Page 10 The assembly system is a flexible support structure for installing solar power modules on pit- ched roofs parallel to the roof line. The kit is assem- bled so that the assembly options described in B1 can be realized under various framework conditions.
- Page 11 Tile 60 to 80 cm 15° to 50° 24 and 30 mm SolarWorld Kit easy can be used in areas with the following wind and snow loads according to EN 1991: Snow load kN/m Snow load kN/m Wind load kN/m...
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Page 12: B4 System Arrangement
System arrangement Fig. B 4-1 Fig. B 4-3 Center module clamping Fig. B 4-2 Module clamping edge... - Page 13 Pieces Component list of the SolarWorld Kit easy 16 solar 20 solar 24 solar incl. Sunfix plus modules modules modules Supporting profile 2080 mm TD2080 Fastener set yellow (slot nut) SA0173 End piece SA0177 Module clamping SA0192 Roof hook SD0027...
- Page 14 SolarWorld Kit easy partial package list Ext. No. Description Pieces TD2080 Supporting profile 2080 mm Fig. B 4-6 C1/2 SA0173 Fastener set yellow (slot nut) SD0027 Roof hook Medium 0-24 SK0145 Screw similar to DIN 603 M8x16 SK5215 8x100 wafer-head screw...
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Page 15: B5 Unpacking Instructions
Unpacking instructions Numbers ( ) are printed on the packing tapes, which are to be cut open sequentially in order to ensure safe unloading. Remove mounting profiles Remove boxes holding small parts Unload inverter Fig. B 5-1 Fig. B 5-2 Fig. - Page 16 Supporting profiles The Sunfix plus assembly system is used as a single-layer subframe in the SolarWorld Kit easy. The "flange plate for additional adjustability" can be used if the substructure is uneven. f The distance between supporting profiles under a row of solar modules is set at 1100 mm. This can vary according to the solar module instructions.
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Page 17: B7 Screw Connections
Screw connections The connections between mounting parts (such as roof hook, angle flange, etc.) and the supporting pro- files and between the supporting profiles are screwed connections with M8 screws and slot nuts with pla- stic tabs. M8x16mm screw with T40 driver Fastener set yellow (slot nut with yellow plastic tab) Fig. - Page 18 Module clamping Solar modules are fastened by clamping. A torque wrench is recommended to ensure the required force. Firmly tightened stainless steel screws may be impossible to remove without destroying them. Carefully align and position the solar modules exactly before tightening the screws using the Fig.
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Page 19: B9 Roof Hook Mounting Part
Roof hook mounting part The roof hook fastener set is suitable for most common types of roof tiles, such as Frankfurt pan tile, interlocking tile, Taunus pan tile, etc. Supporting profile Screw similar to DIN 603 M8x16 Fastener set yellow M8 A2 flange nut Screw similar to DIN 603 M8x24 Flange plate for add. - Page 20 Assembly: 1. Remove tile above hook location Fig. B 9.1-3 2. Position arm of roof hook at the bottom of the tile space and fasten to rafter with 2 screws. A space ≥ 5 mm must be left between tile and hook. In the case of 30 mm battens, the base plate must be underlaid using the enclosed adapter plate.
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Page 21: B10 Equipotential Bonding/Grounding
Equipotential bonding/grounding Professional grounding is the responsibility of the installation company. No exterior lightning protection Equipotential bonding between anodized module Functional grounding recommended for solar power frame and system and frame technology is ensured module frame and jig. Connect all electrically conduc- through use of module clamping. - Page 22 Mounting example The installation of a 1-layer Sunfix plus assembly system on a clay tile roof with modules arranged vertically and 0° roof hooks is described as an example. Determination of system position and attachment points Determine the position of the PV plant on the roof and mark it.
- Page 23 Installing the mounting components Remove the roof tiles at the designated points and replace onto roof. See also Chapter B 7 – Fastening fasten the roof hooks. Ensure that the attachment options. The flange plate for additional adjustability points are in a uniform line. Use the roof hook adap- can be used if the substructure is uneven.
- Page 24 Installing the supporting profiles Mounting the profile layer Align the vertical supporting profiles on the top and If necessary: Mount profile connector between fra- bottom in a row and fasten to the roof hooks using mes. one M8 Torx screw each with slot nut. Fig.
- Page 25 Installing the solar modules Fasten solar modules to the supporting profiles on the f Read the solar module instructions provided with long sides using module clamping. General dimen- the solar modules. sional tolerances must be observed when arranging the solar modules; a maximum gap of 1 mm from the clamping screw can even these out.
- Page 26 Interconnecting the solar modules DANGER! Lethal voltages f Connecting solar modules in series can cause let- f The technical instructions enclosed with the unit hal voltages! shall be strictly adhered to for the installation, f Never connect the inverter for testing. electrical connection and operation of the grid- f The solar power system must be connected to the connected inverter.
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Page 27: Maintenance, Repair And Cleaning
Since it is not possible to check or monitor com- pliance with the instruction sheet and the condi- ding, liability on the part of SolarWorld for patent tions and methods of the installation, operation, law violations or violations of third party rights ari-... - Page 28 SolarWorld Headquarters/Bonn, Germany Deutsche Cell/Freiberg, Germany SolarWorld Ibérica/Madrid, Spain Solar Factory/Freiberg, Germany SolarWorld France/Grenoble, France Sunicon/Freiberg, Germany SolarWorld Africa/Cape Town, South Africa SolarWorld Innovations/Freiberg, Germany SolarWorld Asia Pacific/Singapore, Singapore SolarWorld Industries America/Hillsboro, USA SolarWorld California/Camarillo, USA SolarWorld AG SolarWorld France Martin-Luther-King-Str.
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