Q CELLS Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5 series, Installation And Operation Manual

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6 7 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
Installation Site
Please note the following guidelines that apply to the installation
site:
• The modules have been tested according to UL 1703 and IEC
61215.
• Solar modules are not explosion-proof and are not suitable for
use in explosive environments.
Ä
Do not operate solar modules near highly flammable gas and
vapors (e.g. gas tanks, gas stations).
Ä
Do not install modules in enclosed space.
Ä Do not install modules in locations where they may be submerged
in water.
Ä Do not use modules as a substitute for the normal roofing
(e.g. modules are not watertight).
Ä Do not install modules in close proximity to air conditioning
systems.
Ä Do not install modules above 13120 ft (4000 m) altitude above
sea level.
Ä Do not allow any chemical substance (e.g. oil, solvent etc.) to
come into contact with any part of the panel. Only substances,
which are released by Q CELLS, are allowed to be used during
installation, operation and maintenance.
• In locations with increased salt content in the air (e.g. close to
the sea) special precautions must be taken (See “Grounding”
page 18 and “Maintenance” page 19).
Prevention of Shadowing Effects
Optimal solar irradiation leads to maximum energy output:
Ä For this reason, install the modules so that they face the sun.
Ä
Avoid shadowing (due to objects such as buildings, chimneys or trees).
Ä Avoid partial shading (for example through overhead lines, dirt, snow).
Limitations
The solar modules are designed for the following applications:
• Operating temperatures from –40 °F to +185 °F.
• Pull loads and push loads according to chapter 2.3 (‘Test Load’ in
accordance with IEC 61215 and ‘Design Load ×1.5’ in accordance
with UL 1703).
• Installation using a mounting frame for solar modules.
• For locations close to the coast with constant salt water spray or
where crystalline salt will form, modules must be functionally
grounded (“Grounding“, page 18).
Mounting Structure Requirements
Requirements for the mounting frame:
• Conform to the necessary structural requirements.
• Compliant with local snow and wind loads.
• Properly fastened to the ground, the roof, or the façade.
• Forces acting on the module are relayed to the mounting substructure.
• Ensures sufficient rear 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 Ensure that no mechanical stresses (e.g., caused by vibrations,
twisting, or expansion) applied to on the module.
Ä Ensure that the clamps and the mounting frame are compatible.
Clamp System Requirements
Use customary clamps that satisfy the following requirements:
•
Clamp width:
≥
1.57 in (40 mm).
• Clamp height compliant with a 1.26 in (32 mm) frame height.
•
Clamp depth: 0.28-0.47 in (7-12 mm).
• Clamps are not in contact with the front glass.
• Clamps do not deform the frame.
• Clamps that satisfy the structural requirements of the installation site.
•
Long-term stable clamps that securely affix the module to the
mounting frame.
Module Orientation Requirements
•
Vertical or horizontal installation is permitted.
• Installation with a junction box at the bottom is permitted for
modules with junction boxes classified as IP67.
Ä Ensure that rain and melting snow can run off freely. No water
accumulation.
Ä Ensure that the drainage holes in the frame are not covered. No
sealing.
2.2 Requirements 2 PLANNING 2.3 Mounting options 2 PLANNING
Fig. 2: Installation options for crystalline Q CELLS modules. All dimensions are given in inch (mm in brackets).
Also observe the maximum test loads and clamping range as specified on the following page.
The illustrated installation options apply for both horizontal and vertical module orientation.
Module Clamp Subconstruction Mounting profile
75°
3°
Ä Maintain the permissible angle of inclination.
• Minimum angle of inclination: 3°
• Inclination angles above 75° may be limited
by local regulations
Ä
≥ 20°: self-cleaning effect
Ä Follow the directions for installation angles < 5°
(“Grounding”, page 18)
TYPE OF
INSTALLATION MODULE POINT MOUNTING SYSTEM LINEAR MOUNTING SYSTEM
INSTALLATION
WITH CLAMPS
Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X
Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.X
HYBRID
CLAMPING
Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X
Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.X
INSTALLATION
ON MOUNTING
POINTS*
Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X
Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.X
INSTALLATION
WITH INSERTION
PROFILES
Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X
Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.X
NOT PERMITTED
NA
13.58
(345)
10.79
(274)
FB2
4 × mounting
slots
4 × mounting
slots
FB2
4 x mounting
slots
4 x mounting
slots
FB1
NA
13.58
(345)
10.79
(274)
FB1
CL3 CL4
0 - 11.81
(0 - 300)
0 - 11.81
(0 - 300)
9.84 - 17.72
(250 - 450)
5.91 - 13.78
(150 - 350)
CL3 CL4
CL1
9.84 - 17.72
(250 - 450)
5.91 - 13.78
(150 - 350)
CL1
11.81 - 15.75
300 - 400
NA
0 - 9.84
(0 - 250)
CL5
CL2
CL2
0 - 9.84
(0 - 250)
0 - 9.84
(0 - 250)
IP1 IP2
IP1 IP2
IP1 IP2
IP1 IP2