FIRST SOLAR First Solar Series 6™ Modules | USER GUIDE 11 of 29
© FIRST SOLAR, INC. | PD-5-200-06 REV 5.0
7 INSTALLATION & MOUNTING
7.1 MOUNTING
It is best practice to complete heavy construction and trenching prior to module installation to minimize
module exposure to dust. Ensure any site preparation or maintenance chemicals (soil binding agents or
chemicals used for on-site dust control or weed control) do not spray, splash, or drift onto the surface of the
modules or its associated components.
It is the responsibility of the qualified engineer and/or qualified installer to ensure the system and its
components meet applicable structural and electrical code requirements for the product application’s
jurisdiction. First Solar is not responsible for bonding failure, breakage, damage, wear, corrosion, or module
performance issues that are deemed to be caused by design or installation practices that do not comply
with this User Guide.
Safety hazards or potentially unsafe practices:
► Do not install the modules during high wind or wet conditions.
► Handle modules with care during installation, as heavy impact to the front, back, or
edges could result in damage to the module. Do not impact module with hammer to
aid installation process.
► Do not walk, stand, or sit on modules.
► Do not carry multiple modules on top of one another after removal from pack.
► Do not lift or pull on modules using lead wire or junction boxes.
► Do not rest objects (such as tools, etc.) on module glass.
Modules must have adequate ventilation and airflow to prevent operating temperatures above 85°C.
For rooftop mounting, mount modules over a fire resistant roof covering rated for the application. The
recommended minimum standoff height is 8 cm (3.15 in). Series 6 Modules may be installed at an
installation angle up to 60°.
7.2 MOUNTING LOCATIONS & LOAD RATINGS
The interface of the mounting structure to the module frame must meet the technical requirements
specified in this User Guide. The mounting system design must provide adequate support for the module to
prevent load damage from occurring based on the loading requirements for the given application and the
chosen mounting locations. Structures must not come into direct contact with the surface or edges of the
module glass or center cross brace(s).
Modules can be secured to the support structure with top (front side) mounting clamps or by frame slots,
known as SpeedSlots.
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