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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES DUO-G5.X – HANWHA Q CELLS – NA

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES DUO-G5.X – HANWHA Q CELLS – NA

For the electrical data and additional information of the solar modules please refer to the respective currently valid data sheets available at 
www.q-cells.com.

PRODUCT LINE

Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X
Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.X

Cell type

Q.ANTUM

Length [

in

 (mm)]

66.3 (1685)

Width [

in

 (mm)]

39.4 (1000)

Height [

in

 (mm)]

1.26 (32)

Area [yd² (m²)]

2 (1.69)

Weight [lbs (kg)]

41.2 (18.7)

Max. system voltage V

SYS

 [V]

1000

Max. series fuse rating [A]

20

Permissible operating  

temperature range [°F (°C)]

–40 to +185 (–40 to +85)

Junction box protection class

IP67 with bypass diode

Connector protection class

IP68 and IP65

Fire protection class

C, Type 1

Push load [Pa]

1

5,400

Pull load [Pa]

1

4,000

Certificates

UL 1703; VDE Quality Tested; CE-compliant; IEC 61215 (Ed.2)

see page 9 et sqq.; 

IEC 61730 (Ed.1) Application Class A

‘Test Load’ in accordance with IEC 61215 and ‘Design Load 

× 

1.5’ in accordance with UL 1703

Validity

These instructions are only valid for crystalline solar modules from 

Q CELLS  as  specified  at  chapter  „2.1  Technical  specifications“. 

Q CELLS assumes no liability for damage resulting from failure to 
observe these instructions. 

 

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Please observe the wiring and dimensioning of the system.

 

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The installer of the system is responsible for compliance with all 
necessary safety regulations during set-up and installation.

Q CELLS assumes no liability on the basis of these instructions. 
Q CELLS is only liable in the context of contractual agreements or 
in the context of accepted guarantees. Q CELLS accepts no other 
responsibility for the functionality and safety of the modules. 

 

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Please observe the instructions for any other system components 
that may be part of the complete solar power system. It may be 
necessary to carry out a structural analysis for the entire project. 

 

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If your questions are not satisfactorily answered in the manual, 
please contact your system supplier. 

Additional information can be found on our website at: 
www.q-cells.com. 

Information for the Operator

 

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Please keep this manual for the entire life of the solar power 
system.

 

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Please contact your system supplier for information concerning 
the formal requirements for solar power systems.

 

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Please be sure to contact the relevant local authorities and energy 
providers regarding regulations and permit requirements prior 

to installation of the solar power system. Your financial success 
depends on the fulfillment of these requirements. 

Other applicable documents

This installation manual is only valid in combination with the 
following technical information.

DOCUMENT TYPE

Product data sheet

Packaging and transport information

 

MISUSE OR INCORRECT USE OF SOLAR MODULES VOIDS THE 
LIMITED WARRANTY AND MAY CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD 
AND RISK PROPERTY DAMAGE. THIS INCLUDES IMPROPER 
INSTALLATION OR CONFIGURATION, IM PROPER MAINTENANCE, 
UNINTENDED USE, AND UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION. 

1 INTRODUCTION

2.1  Technical specifications

2 PLANNING

Fig. 1: 

External dimensions (in inch (mm)) and components for Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X, Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.X, 

NA

DETAIL A 0.630" (16mm)

0.335" (8.5mm)

0.965" (24.5mm)

38.58" (980mm)

66.3" (1685mm) 

4 × Mounting slots (DETAIL A)

Frame

39.4" (1000mm)

37.44" (951mm)

1.26" (32mm)

8 × Drainage holes

13.9“ (352.5mm)

6 × Grounding points ø 

0.177" (

4,5mm)

≥ 43.3“ (≥ 

1100

 

mm)

≥ 43.3“ (≥ 

1100

 

mm)

Summary of Contents for Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5 series

Page 1: ...Valid for North America Q PEAK DUO G5 X SOLAR MODULE SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ou check the results of said procedure Prohibited Beware of possible danger or damage Categories Danger Risk of fatal injury Attention Risk of serious injury or damage to property Note Risk of damage to product Units Where both Imperial and U S units for example inches are shown metric units are definitive References to Data Sheet or Module Data Sheet refer to the Module Data Sheet applicable to t...

Page 3: ... of accepted guarantees Q CELLS accepts no other responsibility for the functionality and safety of the modules Ä Ä Please observe the instructions for any other system components that may be part of the complete solar power system It may be necessary to carry out a structural analysis for the entire project Ä Ä If your questions are not satisfactorily answered in the manual please contact your sy...

Page 4: ...ar ventilation of the module Guarantees long term stability Avoid of different metals to prevent contact corrosion Allows for stress free expansion and contraction due to temperature fluctuations Ä Ä Ensure that no mechanical stresses e g caused by vibrations twisting or expansion applied to on the module Ä Ä Ensure that the clamps and the mounting frame are compatible Clamp System Requirements Us...

Page 5: ...r of parallel connected strings Without undertaking further current blocking measures a maximum of two module strings may be operated in parallel on a single inverter or MPP tracker 2 Layout with string fuses Place fuses for each string of modules at the plus and minus ends Observe the maximum permitted number of strings as indicated in the specifications provided by the respective string fuse man...

Page 6: ...ely in cool and dry rooms The packaging is not weatherproof DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Ä Ä Do not install damaged modules Ä Ä Inform your vendor of any damages immediately 3 1 Safety and transport 3 INSTALLATION NOTE Module damage may occur Ä Ä Do not drop modules NOTE Module damage may occur Ä Ä Only make modifications to the module which have been confirmed in writing by Q...

Page 7: ...insulated tools Ä Ä Do not carry out the installation alone Only install undamaged modules and components Ä Ä Do not modify the module e g do not drill any additional holes 3 2 Preparation of installation 3 INSTALLATION Ä Ä Maintain an interval of at least 0 39 in 10 mm between two modules along the short side and 0 20 in 5 mm along the long side 0 39 in 10mm 0 2 0 i n 5 m m Option 2 Ä Ä Install t...

Page 8: ...rvals specified by the inverter manufacturer after switching off the inverter DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Ä Ä Never open the junction box Ä Ä Do not remove bypass diodes DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Ä Ä Never touch live contacts with bare hands Ä Ä Cover connectors by suitable protective caps until installation DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric ...

Page 9: ...nd safe condition 4 3 Connection of modules 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Ä Ä To avoid complex cabling arrangements it is often advantageous to rotate some modules 180 Ä Ä Module orientation can clearly be identified from the front side by the serial number and barcode labelled behind the module glass on the side with negative connection cable Inverter 180 180 Ä Ä Ensure that all necessary safety and fu...

Page 10: ...ductor Aluminum Frame Screw Stainless Steel are marked with a ground symbol as shown below on the frame section drawing To install the grounding lug follow the specified instructions of the manufacturer The grounding lug should be made of stainless steel or tin plated metals such as aluminum to avoid corrosion The grounding lug should be attached to the frame grounding hole using a stainless steel...

Page 11: ...ve cooled down Ä Ä Do not carry or wear any electrically conductive parts WARNING Risk of falling due to unsecured access Ä Ä Never access the installation area alone or without taking adequate security precautions Ä Ä Please commission a trade specialist NOTE Module surface damage may occur Ä Ä Remove snow and ice without force e g with a very soft broom Ä Ä Do not scratch off dirt Ä Ä Rinse dirt...

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