maintenance There are times when panel cleaning is needed as a corr ctive measure. These are around activities that are expected and can be predicted. Most frequently this is seen in the agricultural sector where harvest time means that excessive dust is kicked up, which can settle on the solar panels
ulted for guidance on the water temperature to be used when cleaning solar panels. Failure to do so may esult in thermal shock where cold water is sprayed on to hot glass, or vice versa. Particular care should be taken when dealing with very cold water and very hot glass,
product-specific manuals should be consulted as part of the work planning process.Manufacturers frequently recommend that cleaning take place in the early morning, late after oon, or with a water temperature within a specific range of the panel temperature. The solar system’s product warranties and installation guides should be con
ll rooftop solar &M s ould be carried ut by professional solar O&M companies.2. Health and Safety2.1. Recommendations:Ensure that health and safety is a core consi ration for every activity undertaken as part of solar operations and maintenance.Have a competent person carry out a full, site-s
hat can help ensure solar PV systems are appropriately monitored and maintained. The Guidelines cover suggested training requirements and key issues relating to sa e roof access and design, panel cleaning, and fault identification and monitoring. They also include sugg sted checklists for maintenance tasks, and provide information on
the effect can damage the performance of a solar array, causing a drop in output A clean will then be needed to remove the bird droppings and restore performance. ichen growth is evidence that the solar panels are not being cleaned often enough. It is very difficult to remove from solar panels and can require chemical interventio