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

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

With solar modules from Hanwha Q CELLS (hereafter referred 
to as "Q CELLS") you can directly transform the sun’s limitless 
energy into environmentally-friendly solar electricity. In order 
to ensure the maximum performance of your Q CELLS solar 
modules, please read the following instructions completely 
and carefully and observe all guidelines. Non-compliance may 
result in damage and/or physical injury.

This installation manual provides instructions for the safe installation 
and operation of crystalline solar modules.

 

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Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding with 
your installation.

 

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Please retain these instructions for the life of the solar modules.

 

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Please ensure that this installation manual is available to the 
operator at all times.

 

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This installation manual should be given to all subsequent owners 
or users of the solar modules.

 

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All supplements received from the manufacturer should be 
included.

 

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Please observe all other applicable documents.

 

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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. 

Intended Use

This manual is valid in North America for Q CELLS solar modules. 
These instructions contain information regarding the safe handling 
and use of quality crystalline solar modules from Q CELLS and their 
installation, mounting, wiring, maintenance. 

Symbols and Labels

The following symbols and labels are used throughout the installation 
manualfor ease of use. 

SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION

 

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Procedure with one or more steps.

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Lists of items.

Ensure that when carrying out a procedure, you 
check the results of said procedure.

Prohibited.

Beware of possible danger or damage.  
Categories:

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Danger: Risk of fatal injury

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Attention: Risk of serious injury or damage 
to property

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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 the 
module being used.

Safety Regulations

The installer and solar module operator are responsible for com-
pliance with all applicable statutory requirements and regulations. 

 

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The following regulations and standards must be upheld at all 
times during the installation, operation, and maintenance of 
the solar modules: 

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Installation and Operation Manual.

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Other applicable documents (such as country-specific regu-
lations for pressure equipment, operational safety, hazardous 
goods, and environmental protection).

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Regulations and requirements specific to the system.

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Applicable country-specific laws, regulations, and provisions 
governing the planning, installation, and operation of solar 
power systems and work on roofs.

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Any valid international, national and regional regulations gov-
erning work with direct current, especially those applicable 
to the installation of electrical devices and systems, and reg-
ulations issued by the respective energy provider governing 
the parallel operation of solar power systems.

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Accident-prevention regulations.

Certified Personnel

Both, the operator and installer are responsible for ensuring that the 
installation, maintenance, connection to the grid, and dismantling 
are carried out by trained and qualified electricians and engineers 
with approved training certificates (issued by a state or federal 
organization) for the respective specialist trade. Electrical work 
may only be performed by an officially certified tradesperson in 
accordance with the applicable safety standards, accident pre-
vention regulations, and the regulations of the local energy provider.  

1  INTRODUCTION

DOCUMENT REVISION 02
This installation manual is valid for North America as of September 1st 2019 for Q.PEAK DUO-G5, Q.PEAK DUO-G5.1, Q.PEAK DUO-G5.2, Q.PEAK DUO-G5.3, Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5,  
Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G5.2, Q.PLUS DUO-G5, Q.PLUS DUO-G5.1, Q.PLUS DUO-G5.2, Q.PLUS DUO-G5.3, Q.PLUS DUO BFR-G5 and Q.PLUS DUO BFR-G5.2 solar modules,  
and replaces all earlier versions.

This manual is subject to change. The data sheets and customer information valid at the point in time when the relevant module was manufactured apply to the installation, mounting, and 
maintenance procedures for the respective solar modules, as far as no updated document is provided.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION 

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2 PLANNING 

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2.1  TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

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2.2 REQUIREMENTS 

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2.3  MOUNTING OPTIONS 

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2.4  ELECTRICAL LAYOUT 

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3 INSTALLATION 

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3.1  SAFETY AND TRANSPORT 

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3.2  PREPARATION OF INSTALLATION 

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3.3  MODULE INSTALLATION 

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4  ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 

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4.1 SAFETY 

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4.2  ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION SAFETY 

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4.3  CONNECTION OF MODULES 

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4.4  AFTER INSTALLATION 

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5 GROUNDING 

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FAULTS AND DEFECTS 

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7 DISPOSAL 

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 

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Summary of Contents for Q.PEAK DUO-G5 series

Page 1: ...Valid for North America INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL DUO G5 X solar module series...

Page 2: ...llowing regulations and standards must be upheld at all times during the installation operation and maintenance of the solar modules Installation and Operation Manual Other applicable documents such a...

Page 3: ...ORIZED MODIFICATION Fig 1 External dimensions in inch mm and components for Q PEAK DUO G5 Q PEAK DUO BLK G5 Q PLUS DUO G5 Q PLUS DUO BFR G5 Q PEAK DUO G5 2 Q PEAK DUO BLK G5 2 Q PLUS DUO G5 2 Q PLUS D...

Page 4: ...ns 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 accor dance with UL 1703 Installation usin...

Page 5: ...3 88 352 5 IP1 CL1 0 9 84 0 250 17 72 21 65 450 550 2400 2400 1600 1600 CL2a with rails CL2b without rails 0 11 81 0 300 CL4 0 11 81 0 300 CL5 short side 0 9 84 0 250 long side 11 81 17 72 300 450 400...

Page 6: ...g the maximum number of modules in the string Parallel Connection Modules may be damaged by the occurrence of reverse currents caused by module defects ground leaks or defective insulation Ensure that...

Page 7: ...e damage may occur Never step on modules Do not subject modules to any mechanical stress Do not allow any objects to fall onto modules 3 INSTALLATION 3 1 SAFETY AND TRANSPORT DANGER Risk of fatal inju...

Page 8: ...result from the separation of a closed circuit These can result in life threatening injuries The danger increases when several modules are connected in series Please be aware of that the entire open c...

Page 9: ...ersonnel see page 3 Ensure correct polarity Use solar cables for the connection at the junction box outlet Use the same inverter compatible plugs Use minimum No 12 AWG copper wires insulated for a min...

Page 10: ...l shock or fire the frame of the module as well as any non current carrying metal parts of the system must be grounded While this section provides some information about grounding the Q CELLS frames a...

Page 11: ...rost 0 6 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Free the substructure from any dirt and debris leaves bird nests etc Remove dirt with lukewarm water or alcohol based glass cleaner a broom or a soft cloth Do not use...

Page 12: ...400 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 1400 Irvine CA 92618 USA TEL 1 949 748 59 69 EMAIL inquiry us q cells com WEB www q cells us Subject to change without notice Q CELLS Installation manual solar modules...

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