Installation and Operating Guide
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3.3 Fire Protection
For questions regarding building safety and prevention of fires on buildings please contact the relevant local
authority.
If applicable, use earth fault switches or fuses in accordance with the specifications of the local
authorities.
Do not use modules near devices or places where flammable gases may be formed.
In a roof installation, the module must only be mounted above a fireproof roof cover approved for
this application.
Our modules comply with fire protection class C in accordance with IEC 61730-2. As a rule, it can
be assumed that a fire risk can be assessed as low-risk if our modules are properly installed on roofs
made of class A building materials, i.e. non-combustible, in accordance with DIN EN 13501. When
installed on a roof, the module may only be mounted over a fire-resistant roof covering approved for
this application. In addition, it must be ensured that the rear wall and the mounting surface are fully
ventilated. Improper installation can lead to a fire hazard. To ensure the fire resistance of the roof,
a distance of ≥ 10 cm between the module frame and the roof surface is recommended. However, it
must be checked separately on site in each individual case to what extent it is possible to install the
modules in accordance with the relevant fire protection regulations and whether additional measures
may need to be taken. The installing company is always responsible for ensuring that the installation
is carried out correctly and in accordance with regulations.
4 Installation Assembly Rules
4.1 Assembly Notes
It is recommended to remove the solar modules from the packaging only at the time of installation.
When stacking the solar modules, do not exceed the upper limit indicated on the packaging box.
Store the packaging box in a ventilated, rainproof and dry place before unpacking the solar modules.
The glass surfaces must not be damaged or scratched. In particular, the rear of the module must not
be exposed to mechanical impacts (e.g. by sharp, hard objects).
Do not stand on the modules or module frames.
Do not lift the module by holding the module’s junction box or electrical leads.
The solar modules must not be installed under bending tension and the frame parts must not be
twisted in themselves during assembly.
The solar module must not be compressed along its sides.
Modules must be handled with care during installation. Impacts to the front and rear or the edges
can damage the modules.
For a roof assembly, ensure that the structural dimensions (consult a structural engineer, if
applicable) of the roof are adequate for bearing the loads imposed by the photovoltaic system.
It is forbidden to make changes or repairs to the solar module ( e.g. additional drilling in the module
frame, removal of the type plate)!
To ensure sufficient ventilation, a distance of at least 10 cm must be maintained between the
underside of the frame and the roof. Smaller distance only after consultation with AXITEC.
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