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INSTaLLaTIoN aND oPeraTIoN MaNUaL SoLar MoDULeS GeNeraTIoN 3 (G3) – HaNWHa Q CeLLS aUSTraLIa PTY LTD
INSTaLLaTIoN aND oPeraTIoN MaNUaL SoLar MoDULeS GeNeraTIoN 3 (G3) – HaNWHa Q CeLLS aUSTraLIa PTY LTD
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this installation manual is valid for Australia and New Zealand as of January 1st 2014 for Q.PRo-G3,
Q.PRo BLK-G3, Q.PLus-G3, Q.PeAK-G3 solar modules, and replaces all earlier versions.
technical parameters and the design are 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.
With solar modules from Hanwha Q CeLLS australia Pty Ltd
(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 care-
fully and observe all guidelines. Non-compliance may result
in damage and/or physical injury.
this installation manual provides instructions for the safe
installation 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.
Intended Use
this manual is valid for Australia and New Zealand.
these instructions contain information regarding the safe
handling and use of quality crystalline solar modules from
Q ceLLs and for their installation, mounting, wiring, and
maintenance.
Symbols and Labels
the following symbols and labels are used throughout the
installation 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 pro-
cedure, 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
Safety regulations
the solar module operator is responsible for compliance
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
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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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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Valid international, national, and regional regulations
governing work with direct current, especially those
applicable 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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Accident-prevention regulations.
Qualified & Skilled Personnel
Both the operator and installer are responsible for
ensuring that installation, maintenance, connection to
the grid, and dismantling are carried out by trained and
qualified specialists with approved training certificates
(issued by a state or federal organisation) for the
respective specialist trade.
in Australia, electrical work may only be performed by a
cec accredited licensed electrician complying with valid
accident prevention regulations, and regulations of the
local energy provider(s).
in New Zealand, electrical work may only be performed
by a skilled electrician complying with valid accident
prevention regulations, and regulations of the local
energy provider(s).
TaBLe of CoNTeNTS
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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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6 faULTS aND DefeCTS
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7 DISPoSaL
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8 MaINTeNaNCe aND CLeaNING
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