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

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

Installation Site

Please note the following guidelines that apply to the 
installation site:

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The modules have been tested according to IEC 61215.

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Solar modules are not explosion-proof and are not suitable 
for use in explosive environments.

 

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Do not operate solar modules near highly flammable gas 
and vapors (e.g. gas tanks, gas stations).

 

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Do not install modules in enclosed space.

 

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Do not install modules in locations where they may be 

submerged in water (e.g. floodplains).

 

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Do not use modules as a substitute for the normal 

roofing (e.g. modules are not watertight).

 

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Do not install modules in close proximity to air conditioning 
systems.

 

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Do not install modules above 4000 m (13120 ft) altitude 

above sea level.

 

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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.

The solar modules are designed for the following applica-
tions:

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Operating temperatures from –40 °C to +85 °C  
(–

40 °F to +185 °F). 

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Pull loads up to max. 4000 Pa and push loads up to 

max. 5400 Pa (see chapter 2.3 mounting options).

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Installation using a mounting frame for solar modules.

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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:

 

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For this reason, install the modules so that they face 
the sun. 

 

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Avoid shadowing  (due to objects such as buildings, 

chimneys or trees). 

 

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Avoid partial shading (for example through overhead 

lines, dirt, snow).

Mounting Structure Requirements

The Modules shall be installed and operated on mounting 
frames that comply with any applicable laws and stipula-
tions as well as with the following:

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Conform to the necessary structural requirements.

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Compliant with local snow and wind loads.

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Properly fastened to the ground, the roof, or the façade.

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Forces acting on the module are relayed to the mounting 
substructure.

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Ensures sufficient rear ventilation of the module.

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Guarantees long-term stability. 

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Avoid the usage of different metals to prevent contact 
corrosion.

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Allows for stress-free expansion and contraction due to 

temperature fluctuations.

 

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Ensure that no mechanical stresses (e.g., caused by vibra-

tions, twisting, or expansion) applied to on the module. 

 

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Ensure that the clamps and the mounting frame are 
compatible.

Clamp System Requirements

Use customary clamps that satisfy the following require-
ments:

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Clamp width: 

 40 mm.

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Clamp height compliant with a 32 mm frame height.

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Clamp depth: 7-12 mm.

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Clamps are not in contact with the front glass.

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Clamps do not deform the frame.

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Clamps that satisfy the structural requirements of the 
installation site.

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Long-term stable clamps that securely affix the module 

to the mounting frame.

Module Orientation Requirements

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Vertical or horizontal installation is permitted.

 

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Ensure that rain and melting snow can run off freely. 
No water accumulation.

 

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Ensure that the drainage holes in the frame are not 
covered. No sealing.

2.2  Requirements

2 PLANNING

Fig. 2: 

Installation options for crystalline Q CELLS modules. All dimensions are given in mm. 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

2.3  Mounting options

2 PLANNING

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

CL3

CL4

250 - 450

150 - 350

0 - 300

0 - 300

CL3

CL4

CL4

0 - 200

CL1

250 - 450

150 - 350

CL1

345

274

FB2

EN

4 × Fastening 
points

4 × Fastening 
points

FB2

EN

345

4 x Fastening 
points

274

4 x Fastening 
points

FB1

FB1

300 - 400

0 - 250

CL5

0 - 250

0 - 250

CL2

75°

 

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Maintain the permissible angle of 
inclination.

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Minimum angle of inclination: 3°

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Inclination angles above 75° may be 
limited by local regulations

 

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 20°: self-cleaning effect 

 

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Follow the directions for installation 

angles < 5° (“Grounding”, page 18) 

IP1

IP2

IP1

IP2

IP1

IP2

IP1

IP2

Summary of Contents for Q.PEAK DUO-G5.X

Page 1: ...Valid for Africa Asia Europe Latin America South America Q PEAK DUO G5 X SOLAR MODULE SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...l injury Attention Risk of serious injury or damage to property Note Risk of damage to product Safety Regulations In particular the installer as well as the operator of a module is responsible for com...

Page 3: ...ations 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 guar...

Page 4: ...g on the module are relayed to the mounting substructure Ensures sufficient rear ventilation of the module Guarantees long term stability Avoid the usage of different metals to prevent contact corrosi...

Page 5: ...ng 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 a...

Page 6: ...ecurely in cool and dry rooms The packaging is not weatherproof DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Do not install damaged modules Inform your distributor of any damages immediately 3 1...

Page 7: ...DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Only use dry insulated tools Do not carry out the installation alone Only install undamaged modules and components Do not modify the module e g do no...

Page 8: ...e the time intervals specified by the inverter manufacturer after switching off the inverter DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Never open the junction box Do not remove bypass diodes D...

Page 9: ...and safe condition 4 3 Connection of modules 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION To avoid complex cabling arrangements it is often advantageous to rotate some modules 180 Module orientation can clearly be identi...

Page 10: ...ected regularly by certified personnel The time intervals and extent of the inspection can depend on local circumstances e g salt ammonia content in the air high humidity etc The customer operator mus...

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