Chicago Electric 90599 manual Handle solar panel with care, edges may be sharp, Minimum Wire Gauge

3.Do not wire multiple panels in series. If you need to connect two or more solar panels together, this work must be done by a qualified electrician unless they are connected through a regulator.

4.This solar panel kit is not designed for tie-in to a grid. Only a licensed electrician and a licensed building contractor can safely design and implement a grid tie-in system. Any grid tie-in system must meet all applicable building and electrical codes, and must meet standards established by the area power company. Improper grid tie-in can result in electrocution, fire, and other serious personal injury and property damage. An incorrectly installed grid tie-in system can cause feedback voltage, resulting in electrocution of electrical utility workers.

5.Do not stand on or otherwise apply pressure to panel.

6.Handle solar panel with care, edges may be sharp.

7.Do not focus light on panel.

8.Install components with enough space to allow proper cooling.

9.This product may occasionally produce more current and/or voltage than its rated output. Increase output ratings by 25% when determining component required voltage and amperage ratings. Refer to Section 690-8 of the National Electrical Code for an additional multiplying factor of 125 percent (80 percent derating) which may apply.

10.Panel must be connected using UL listed outdoor rated wire of the correct thickness (gauge) for the amperage rating and length (see warning number 9 also). Follow the guidelines in the chart below:

Current			Maximum Length
in Amps
	5'			10'		15'	20'	25'
0-5						18
6-7					18				16
8				18			16
10							16
11-12		18				16			14
15						14			12
18				16
20		18				14	12		10
22-24					12
30		16		14			10
40				12	10				8
50	14
100	12			10	6				4
150	10			8		4			2
200	8			6

Minimum Wire Gauge

11.Install an appropriate charge controller/regulator to regulate output and prevent damage. Do not attach panel to battery or power grid without proper regulator, inverter, and/or charge controller.

12.Install and use according to applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.

13.This panel is not rated for use as fire-resistant roofing. If installing on a roof, install only over a fire resistant roof covering rated for the application.

14.Verify that installation surface has no hidden utility lines before drilling or driving screws.

15.Install only according to these instructions. Improper installation can create hazards.

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