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7. Servicing and maintenance
A minimum of service and maintenance work is
necessary to ensure optimum performance in
solar modules. Service and maintenance work
should be carried out once every 6 months.
Dirt build-up on the front glass surface
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reduces the performance of the solar
module.
If the module is very dirty, we recom-
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mend cleaning the surface with water
that has the same temperature as the
module and a soft brush. Do not use ag-
gressive cleaning agents.
Make sure all electrical and mechanical
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connections are clean, firmly secured and
in sound condition.
Any anomalies must be remedied imme-
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diately.
It is recommended that the operator
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check output on a regular basis.
8. Disposal
Defective or old solar modules must be properly
disposed of. They may not be thrown out with
household waste.
9. Storage and transport
Extreme caution must be exercised when han-
dling modules. They must be unpacked, trans-
ported and stored with due care:
Do not set the modules carelessly down
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onto hard surfaces or on their corners.
Avoid bending them.
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Do not drop the modules.
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Do not place any other objects on the
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modules.
Do not handle them with sharp objects.
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When storing and transporting solar
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modules, ensure each module is prop-
erly supported.
Stacking package units may damage the
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solar modules and must be not be used.
Secure the solar modules to ensure
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they don't tip over.
Insert layers of padding between the
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individual solar modules.
We recommend that you store all solar modules
indoors and in the original packaging until final
installation. Since the original packaging is
composed of non-impregnated cardboard, they
must be stored in a dry location.
Avoid any damage to the modules during trans-
port and unloading at the site of installation
(e.g. roof).
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