Terms & Conditions of Use and Sale
1. General
These Terms & Conditions govern the sale and use of all products supplied by CleanPV. By purchasing or using CleanPV products, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.
2. Operating Requirements – Water Flow
Minimum continuous water flow rates are required for safe and effective operation:
3 L/min – Telescopic cleaning broom
5 L/min – Single rotating brush
7 L/min – Double rotating brush and horizontal rotating brush
10 L/min – PV7 Robot (without sweeper)
14 L/min – PV8 Robot (with double brush)
10 L/min – 2.4 m Ground-Mount Solar Cleaning Machine
18 L/min – 4.8 m Ground-Mount Solar Cleaning Machine
Operating equipment below the specified flow rates may result in tool or solar panel damage and void product warranty coverage. operat
3. Thermal Safety
Solar panels must not be cleaned with cold water when extremely hot
Cleaning should preferably be performed during cooler conditions
4. Powered Brush Safety
Powered brushes must never be operated without water already flowing
Brushes must not spin stationary in one position
No additional downward pressure may be applied beyond the product’s own weight
5. Correct Use Requirement
All products must be used strictly in accordance with CleanPV’s instructions.
Incorrect use constitutes misuse and voids warranty, refund, and liability claims.
6. Operator Responsibility
The purchaser, installer, or operator of any CleanPV product (“Operator”) is solely responsible for ensuring:
The product is used only for its intended purpose
All operating, safety, and water flow requirements are met at all times
The solar panels, mounting structures, and surrounding environment are suitable for cleaning
Cleaning is performed under appropriate environmental and temperature conditions
The product is operated by a competent person with adequate knowledge of the equipment
The Operator assumes full responsibility for:
Assessing the condition and temperature of the solar panels prior to cleaning
Verifying sufficient and continuous water supply before and during operation
Preventing misuse, excessive pressure, dry-running, or stationary operation of powered brushes
CleanPV shall not be responsible or liable for damage to solar panels, mounting systems, roofs, electrical components, or third-party property arising from:
Operator error
Incorrect or unsafe operation
Failure to follow CleanPV’s operating instructions
Environmental conditions beyond CleanPV’s control
This clause applies whether the Product is operated by the purchaser, an installer, a contractor, or any third party.
7. Limitation of Liability
CleanPV shall not be liable for damage to solar panels, mounting structures, or third-party property arising from incorrect use, insufficient water flow, thermal shock, or operator error.
8. Warranty & Returns
All warranties, refunds, and returns are governed by CleanPV’s Warranty Policy and Refund & Returns Policy, which form part of these Terms & Conditions.
9. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.