CanadianSolar HiKu7 User manual

LEADING THE NEW ERA OF
600W+ MODULES
CANADIAN SOLAR
HiKu7 / BiHiKu7 / TOPBiHiKu7
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
TOPBiHiKu7 –UP TO 695 W

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CS7N & CS7L modules are packed vertically in portrait orientation using
an innovative packaging system.
1) For rooftop projects: NOTE! It is not allowed to carry the original
unpacked pallet onto the roof. Please unpack the pallet, take the
modules out one by one, then carry them to the roof horizontally as
depicted in image A or B shown as below, or other methods which
ensure module safety.
2) For other projects: The unpacking process should strictly abide by the
unpacking steps as follows. The number of stacked modules is no more
than 12.
3) Unpacking tool: Must use unpacking rack or other unpacking tool that
can help safely unpack the modules. Must wear safety gloves, helmet
and shoes.
Step
00
Special instructions before unpacking
×
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√
Image A Image B

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Please place pallets on flat ground. Ground inclination should not
exceed 4°.
Step
01
Place the pallets on flat ground
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Inclination＞4°
×
Flat ground
Unpacking rack
Please make sure the longer side
of the wooden pallet is parallel to
the slope
Modules and
unpacking rack
＋
＝
×
√

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Take off the unpacking rack and then take out all parts of the rack listed
below (unpacking rack attached on the pallet or sent separately)：
Attached to pallet
Horizontally
Parts list of the unpacking rack:
Step
02
Shipping and parts list of unpacking rack
Inclined strut
×1
(part①)
Base
×1
(part②)
Vertical strut
×1
(part③)
Cross-bar
×1
(part④)
Stainless
steel tube
×2
(part⑥)
Lock for
crossbar
×2
(part⑦)
Lock for
wooden pallet
×2
(part⑤)
Screw ×8

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Assembling process:
Step 3.1: Insert cross-bar ④ into vertical
strut ③.
Step 3.2: Align the holes in vertical
strut ③ with those in base ②. Insert
stainless steel tube ⑥ into the holes
and fix with screws.
Step 3.3: Put the crossbar side of inclined strut ① in the
slot of the base ②. Align the holes on both inclined strut
① and vertical strut ③. Insert stainless steel tube ⑥ into
the holes and fix with screws.
Step
03
Assembling of unpacking rack
See step 6
in page 7
See step 5
in page 6

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Find the side with the printed logo of the unpacking rack and face it
towards the rack.
Attention：
The logo is only printed on one
side of the pallet
Adjust the right angle of the rack according to the slope towards the side
with the printed rack logo. Insert the base lock ⑦ and secure with screws.
Attention：
The four position on the base
correspond with positions: ① = 0-2
degrees, ② = 4-6 degrees, ③ = 6-8
degrees, ④ = 8-10 degrees of the
slope respectively
Suggested angle of module pallet
range: 4-8°
√
×
×
Position ①②③④
Step
04
Selecte the side to face the unpacking rack
Step
05
Select position based on different slope

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Insert the unpacking rack from the side with the printed rack logo under
the wooden pallet. Then, put the “L” shape lock ⑤ into base ② of
wooden pallet to prevent rack from moving away from the module
pallet.
Attention:
No unpacking operation shall be carried out when the wind speed is above 40
km/h
Please save the lock for wooden pallet for repeated use.
Tear off all the shrink-wrap film covering the box except for the top
cover.
Attention：
Do not remove the wrapping film on
the top cover, and later remove it
together with the top cover.
“L” shape lock on the pallet foot
Step
06
Insert unpacking rack
Step
07
Remove the wrapping film

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Cut off all the packing straps outside the packing box.
Attention：
Take additional care when cutting
straps; strap may recoil.
Remove the cardboard beams on corners of the pallet, then use the
cardboard beam to remove the top cover.
Attention：
Ensure no one else is standing
next to the pallet prior to removing
the top cover.
Step
08
Remove outer packaging straps
Step
09
Remove the outside cardboard beams and
top cover

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Open the carton from the “Unpack here” corner. Fold the other three
sides back.
Attention：
Please start with “Unpack here”.
The other three sides are
suggested to be torn off (when
the wind is strong).
First, cut the horizontal straps and keep the vertical straps.
Please stand on both sides of the pallet.
Cut 2 of the 4 vertical straps (on each side).
Push the modules to the rack, cut all remaining straps, remove the tape.
Attention：
Take additional care when
cutting straps; strap may
recoil.
Please hold the pallet while
cutting the vertical straps
Cut horizontal
straps
Cut 4 vertical
straps and push
modules to the
rack
Cut all the straps
Step
10
Open the carton
Step
11
Remove the inner packing straps, push the
modules towards the unpacking rack

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Once the package is opened, please take out modules one by one until
empty.
Attention：
One person needs to hold the remaining
vertical modules while unpacking them
Handle modules by holding on to both sides at
the same time
Separate remaining materials for proper
recycling
Do not remove the tape that secures
connectors while unpacking
Place the modules horizontally on the pallets:
•Two wooden pallets can be jointed as below, and a carton padded above it.
•Make sure the bottom module’s front side looks upwards, and the rest of the
modules’ front side downward.
Note: For the rooftop project, it is recommended to order a special pallet for better
placement and transportation. Take precautions against rain and moisture.
Step
12
Take out the modules: one by one
Pallet
The bottom module’s front side should
face upward
Jointed wooden pallets

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Attention:
Please take photos and contact the local sales/customer service staff at first time if
you encounter with a damaged package or modules or have any questions
regarding the unpacking process, please feedback to the service mailbox,
[e-mail].
If the user does not unpack the module according to the steps specified in this
manual, CSI shall not assume any responsibility for any losses incurred therefrom
including but not limited to personal and property damage.
LEARN MORE
Unpacking video
Bracket assembly
How modules are made and tested
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Canadian Solar HiKu7, BiHiKu7 and TOPBiHiKu7 Unpacking Instruction
CSI Solar Co., Ltd.
www.csisolar.com [e-mail]
Jun. 2023. All rights reserved. V4.1_EN
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