Panasonic BP-5917C40 Technical Handbook page 18

SUNCERAM II MODULES FOR OUTDOOR USE - CONTINUED
4.7. Precautions for Use
(Damage caused during handling may compromise the module's efficiency. Please be sure to follow the guidelines given
below.)
4.7.1. Installation Precautions
Install the solar cell module and output cable as shown below. Contact us for specific installation methods.
Good Example
Module
Metal Spacer
Module
Installation
The rear cover does not
make contact with the
supporting stand.
Sealant
Output Cable
Installation
4.7.2. General Precautions
(1) Avoid using paint thinner or other organic solvents
to clean the Sunceram II modules for outdoor use.
Under normal operating conditions, grainy debris
(i.e. dirt dust) will not significantly degrade
performance. However, efficiency could be reduced
if the module surface becomes extremely dirty. If
module becomes soiled, wipe it using a cloth
moistened with water.
(2) For safety, the glass covering the module's
collecting panel has a glass shattering prevention
sheet attached. Do not cut or scratch the module
face with sharp objects.
Panasonic
Pedestal
Solder
Terminal Plate
Sealant
Output Cable
Solar Cells Handbook, Page 17
Bad Example
* When directly installing a module in its installation
location, ensure that it is not subjected to stress.
Use spacers made of a hard material with a height
of at least 5 mm or make the center part of the
supporting stand where the module is to be installed
indented so as to prevent the supporting stand from
making contact with the bulge on the module's back
surface.
Solder
* Apply solder to the terminal.
* Do not use a crimping tool.
* Seal the soldered parts with silicone
Sealant
Output Cable
(3) Be careful not to drop the Sunceram II modules for
outdoor use or subject them to hard shock. The
modules may break if struck by stones or other hard
objects.
(4) Contact Panasonic if the module is to be used near
the ocean or for marine applications, as special
precautions may be required.
4.7.3. Storage Precautions
Under normal storage conditions there are no particular
problems.
Avoid storage in extremely high (over 80°C) or
extremely low (under -40°C) temperatures for long term.
Comments
August 1998