Date: April 14, 2020 Doc No: PS-M-0871 Ver: B Page 2 of 21
1. INTRODUCTION FOR USER MANUAL
This Manual applies to the installation, maintenance and use of the framed series solar modules
manufactured by TrinaSolar Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Trina Solar”). Failure to follow these
safety instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.
Installation and operation of solar modules require specialized skills, and only professional
personnel can engage in the work. Please read the “Safety and Installation Instructions” carefully
before using and operating the modules. The installer must inform the end customer (or consumer)
of the above matters accordingly.
The term “Module” or “PV Module” in this Manual refers to one or more framed series solar modules.
Please keep this Manual for future reference.
1.1 DISCLAIMER
Trina Solar reserves the rights to change this User Manual without prior notice. Failure of the
customer to follow the requirements outlined in this Manual during the installation of the module will
result in the invalidity of product's limited warranty.
1.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Trina Solar is not responsible for any form of damage, including but not limited to module operation
and system installation error, and personnel injury, hurt, and property loss resulted from failure to
follow the instructions in this Manual.
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1 WARNING
Before installing, wiring, operating, or maintaining Trina modules, you should read and understand
all safety precautions. Direct current (DC) is generated when the battery surface of the module is
exposed to direct sunlight or other light sources, and direct contact with the live parts of the module,
such as terminals, may result in death of personnel whether connected to the module or not .
2.2 GENERAL SAFETY
All installation work must comply with the local codes and the relevant international electrical
standards.
Trina recommends that PV module installation is conducted by personnel with experience in PV
system installation. Operation by personnel who are not familiar with the relevant safety procedures
will be very dangerous.
Do NOT allow unauthorized persons to access the installation area or module storage area.
Do NOT install modules with damaged glass or damaged backsheet .
Do NOT disassemble or move any part of the module.
Do NOT artificially focus light on the module.
Do NOT connect or disconnect the module when it is energized or connected with an external power
supply
2.3 HANDLING SAFETY
Do NOT stand, walk on or lean on the module directly.
Do NOT damage or scratch the front or backside surfaces of the module.
Do NOT scratch the output cable or bend it with force. The insulation of output cable can break and
may result in electricity leakage or shock.