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• Do not wear metallic jewelry while installing or trouble shooting the Module.
• Do not change the wiring of bypass diodes.
CAUTION: In any case DO NOT STAND OR STEP on the modules, Do not drop or place
objects on the module(s) (such as tools), do not thump / give extra pressure on the
surface of the module(s) as localized high loads can induce severe
micro
-cracks at the
cell level, which in turn may compromise module reliability. Failure to comply with
above caution will void WAAREE’s warranty.
GUIDELINES & PRECAUTIONS FOR UNPACKING, HANDLING & STORAGE OF
PV MODULE
• The handling of Modules requires great diligence. Therefore, caution is required while unpacking,
transporting and temporarily storing these Modules.
• Unpack Module pallet with extreme care. Be careful while unpacking, transporting and storing the
Modules. Avoid Module mishandling during unloading.
• Do not stack more than the maximum amount of allowable pallets on top of each other.
• At the installation site, take care to keep Modules and particularly their electrical contacts clean.
• Do not carry the Module on Head.
• When carrying a bigger Module, two or more people should carry it by its frame and wear non-slip
gloves (to avoid injury by a slipping Module, cuts by the edge of a frame etc.). Do not leave the Module
unsupported or unsecured prior to installation.
• Store Modules in a dry and ventilated room.
• Do not place Modules on an uneven surface, for example, wind can cause a Module which is leaning
against a fence to fall and break.
• Avoid applications of excessive bending or twisting of the Module, it may cause severe micro-cracks at
the cell level, which in turn may compromise Module reliability.
• A Module with broken glass or torn backsheet cannot be repaired and must not be used since contact
with any Module surface or the frame can produce electrical shock.