O&M Manual - Version 3 - Safety Rules, O&M Recommendations and Maintenance Procedures

Oct 22, 2026

O&M Manual provides supplier-recommended procedures for correct installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, and cleaning of photovoltaic (PV) modules to remain covered under Jinko Solar’s product warranty. It emphasizes key safety controls before any site access, explaining risks from DC power exposure and requirements for authorized personnel, protective equipment, and safe handling practices. It also outlines general prevention actions, recommended O&M practices, and standard maintenance activities covering inspections for dust, physical damage, cable conditions, and connection integrity.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages11

Reading Time28 min

AccessFree to download

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

GENERAL PREVENTION ACTIONS FOR OPTIMUM DEPLOYMENT

GENERAL O&M RECOMMENDATIONS

STANDARD MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS

Description and remedy/action checks

O&M Manual Version: 3.0 Date: 14.10.2024 Technical Support, Europe [Contact: cs.eu@jinkosolar.com](Contact: cs.eu@jinkosolar.com) Contents CONTENTS ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 2 GENERAL PREVENTION ACTIONS FOR OPTIMUM DEPLOYMENT ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 3 GENERAL O&M RECOMMENDATIONS ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 3 STANDARD MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ~~ ~~ 4 GENERAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 6 ELECTRICAL INSPECTION ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 10 CLEANING PROCEDURE ~~ ~~ ~~ ~~ 16 O&M Manual | 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Thank you for choosing Jinko Solar as your supplier of photovoltaic (PV) modules . To ensure the PV modules are installed correctly, please carefully read and strictly follow the installation and operation instructions manual. The purpose of this Manual is to provide the O&M suggested procedure to all our customers. This manual is applicable only to the PV modules that are installed, connected and operated in accordance with the installation and operation instructions , hence covered by Jinko’s Product Warranty. IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES Before accessing any solar power plant and carrying out any visit, inspection, works, maintenance, and any activities alike, please consider that PV modules generate direct current (DC) electrical energy when exposed to sunlight or other light sources. Active parts of the PV modules, including but not limited to, terminals may cause burns, sparks, and result in lethal electric shock. PV modules shall be handled exclusively by authorized personnel adequately trained and fully equipped to access a power plant involving, among others, the risk of an electric shock. Make sure that you always strictly comply with all health and safety laws and regulations applicable in the territory where the PV Modules are installed. The following are some general recommendations that we wish to share with you, provided such recommendations shall not be regarded as a substitute of the prescriptions of any applicable law or regulation, the compliance with which shall always prevail in all cases: Always wear protective head gear, insulating gloves and safety shoes with rubber soles. Due to the risk of electrical shock, do not perform any work if the terminals of the PV module are wet. Always use insulated tools and never use wet tools. During the operation, do not use sharp tools to wipe the back sheet and the glass. It may cause scratches and damages to the PV module and potentially hinder its operational capability and/or limit your benefit to the Warranty. Never disconnect the PV Module connectors under load. Do not cut the wires while the module is under load. Do not open any fuse switch disconnectors if it is not developed to mitigate the electrical arc. Should you have any doubt, inquiry, and support request, please do not hesitate to contact the Jinko Technical Team by writing directly to: [cs.eu@jinkosolar.com](cs.eu@jinkosolar.com) GENERAL PREVENTION ACTIONS FOR OPTIMUM DEPLOYMENT The working environment shall not exceed the temperature limits from-40°C to 85°C. Shading-free installation throughout the year. Lighting protection, especially in places with frequent thunder and lightings. When modules are installed at locations with high wind or snow impact, it is needed to guarantee that the mechanical limits (specified in our installation manual) are not exceed. PV modules shall not be installed in hazardous environments with extreme corrosive substances, such as acid rain active chemical gas, which affect their operation life and performance. In case of any doubt please contact Jinko technical service. Operation, maintenance, and cleaning procedures shall align with international standards and recommended actions described in this manual. GENERAL O&M RECOMMENDATIONS Always perform installation according to the JKS installation manual. Do not cut the plugs off, otherwise you risk losing the warrant

FAQs

What is the purpose of this O&M manual for Jinko Solar PV modules?

It provides suggested O&M procedures so customers can ensure PV modules are installed and operated correctly and remain covered under the product warranty.

What are the core safety risks addressed before accessing a solar power plant?

PV modules generate DC electrical energy under light exposure, and active parts such as terminals may cause burns, sparks, and lethal electric shock.

Which general maintenance checks are recommended in standard maintenance operations?

It recommends checking for dust/debris, verifying physical damage, and inspecting cable conditions and loose terminations, followed by appropriate cleaning or replacement actions.

Oct 22, 2026

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