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When choosing a site, avoid trees, buildings or obstructions that could create shadows on the modules.
Shading causes loss of power output, even though bypass diodes have been installed for the module,
shading will affect the optimum performance and safety issue of the PV modules. Operation in permanent
shading conditions is not recommended.
Do not install the PV module near open flame or flammable materials.
Do not install the PV module in a location where it would be immersed in water or continually exposed to
water from a sprinkler or fountain etc.
JinkoSolar PV modules have passed the IEC 61701 salt spray corrosion test.The PV modules can be
installed at a distance of 50m away from the seashore. In the case when the modules are installed within
50m to 500m distance from the seashore, the connectors shall be protected, i.e., adding dust plugs. After
removing the dust plugs, connect the connectors immediately and take other anti-rust measures to
prevent rust.
For roof-top installations, the roof must be covered with at least one layer of fireproof material suitable for
the fireproof class of the PV modules. To facilitate ventilation and heat dissipation of the module, the
minimum distance between modules and roof must be ≥10 cm. Walkways should be reserved for
cleaning, repair and maintenance.. For roof-top PV systems, please follow the safety principles of "from
top to bottom" and "from left to right". Please use appropriate module components to comply with local
laws and regulations, as well as the building fire safety requirements before installation, such as fuses,
circuit breakers and grounding connectors, etc...
2.2.3 Tilt Angle Selection
The tilt angle of the PV module is measured between the surface of the PV module and a horizontal
ground surface (Figure 1). The module generates maximum output power when directly facing the sun.
For standalone systems, the tilt angle of the modules should be selected to optimize the performance
based on the season and sunlight. In general, if the module output is
adequate when the irradiance is low (i.e., winter), the angle chosen
should be adequate during the rest of the year.
For grid-connected systems, modules should be tilted at the angle
that the energy production from the modules will be maximized on
an annual basis. The Fire Class Rating of a module for roof
mounted system shall meet local code requirements in order to Fig. 1 PV module tilt angle
achieve the specified System Fire Class Rating for a non-BIPV module.
All PV systems have limitations of inclination required to maintain a specific System Fire Class Rating.