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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10.X – Q CELLS

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10.X – Q CELLS

With solar modules from Hanwha Q CELLS GmbH (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 carefully 
and observe all guidelines. Non-compliance may result in 
damage and / or physical injury.

This installation and operation manual (hereafter also referred 
to as the “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 Manual is available to the operator 
at all times.

 

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This 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 for Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, South 
America. These instructions contain information regarding the 
safe handling and use of quality crystalline solar modules from 
Q CELLS and their installation, mounting, wiring, maintenance 
and disposal.

Symbols and Labels

The following symbols and labels are used throughout the Manual 
for 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. Cate-
gories:

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Danger: Risk of fatal injury

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Attention: Risk of serious injury or dam-
age to property

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Note: Risk of damage to product

Safety Regulations

In particular the installer as well as the operator of a module 
is responsible for compliance with all applicable statutory 
requirements and regulations.

 

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Unless otherwise specified by any laws or regulations, the 
following stipulations must be upheld at all times during 
the installation, operation, and maintenance of the solar 
modules:

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This manual.

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Other applicable stipulations (such as country-specific 
regulations 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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Any applicable laws and requirements, in particular inter-
national, country specific, regional laws and stipulations 
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 
governing work with direct current, especially those appli-
cable to the installation of electrical devices and systems, 
and regulations issued by the respective energy provider 
governing the parallel operation of solar power systems.

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Any international, country specific and regional accident-pre-
vention regulations.

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Other applicable stipulations provided by the relevant 
national institutions regarding safety in the installation and 
operation of electrical items.

Qualified and Skilled Personnel

Both, the installer and operator are responsible for ensuring that 
the installation (including connection to the grid), maintenance 
and dismantling are carried out by trained and qualified specialists 
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 stipulations applicable in the relevant 
country with regard to standard and regulations (in Germany 
e. g. DIN standards, VDE regulations) and the stipulations of the 
local grid operator and / or energy provider. 

1  INTRODUCTION

DOCUMENT REVISION 04
This Manual is valid for Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and South America as of September 1st 2021 for Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10, Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10+, Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10.2, 
Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10.4, Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10, Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10+, Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10.a, Q.PEAK DUO ML-G10.a+, Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10.a and 
Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10.a+ 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 ML-G10.X Series

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Q PEAK DUO ML G10 X solar module series Valid for Africa Europe LatinAmerica South America...

Page 2: ...nal safety hazardous goods and environmental protection Regulations and requirements specific to the system Any applicable laws and requirements in particular inter national country specific regional...

Page 3: ...ements Other applicable documents In addition to this Manual following technical information are relevant DOCUMENT TYPE Product data sheet Packaging and transport information Fig 1 External dimensions...

Page 4: ...r stress free expansion and contraction due to temperature fluctuations Ensure that no additional forces are applied through the mounting system into the module except for the wind and snow loads Addi...

Page 5: ...10 Q PEAK DUO BLK ML G10 Q PEAK DUO ML G10 a Q PEAK DUO ML G10 a Q PEAK DUO BLK ML G10 a Q PEAK DUO BLK ML G10 a INSTALLATION ON MOUNTING POINTS Q PEAK DUO ML G10 Q PEAK DUO ML G10 Q PEAK DUO ML G10 2...

Page 6: ...stability of the mounting system including clamps has to be evaluated by the system supplier The listed test load values have been determined with the following clamp parameters clamp width 40 mm and...

Page 7: ...rrence of reverse currents caused by module defects ground leaks or defective insulation Ensure that the maximum reverse current load capacity indicated in the data sheet is met In order to limit reve...

Page 8: ...Note Module 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...

Page 9: ...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 10: ...led personnel see page 3 Ensure correct polarity Use solar cables for the connection at the junction box outlet Only interconnect connectors of the same type and manufacturer Use minimum 4mm2 copper w...

Page 11: ...light concentrators e g mirrors or lenses Ensure that the cabling is not exposed and or hanging and is protected from dirt moisture and mechanical friction 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 4 4 AFTER INSTALLATI...

Page 12: ...w and ice carefully without force e g with a very soft broom Do not scratch off dirt Module cleaning has to be done by qualified personnel according to the state of the art and taking into account all...

Page 13: ...17 21 06766 Bitterfeld Wolfen Germany TEL 49 0 34946699 23222 FAX 49 0 34946699 23000 EMAIL sales q cells com WEB www q cells com Subject to change without notice Q CELLS Installation manual solar mo...

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