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INSTALLATIoN AND oPErATIoN MANUAL SoLAr MoDULES GENErATIoN 4 (G4) – HANwHA Q CELLS GMBH – NA

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INSTALLATIoN AND oPErATIoN MANUAL SoLAr MoDULES GENErATIoN 4 (G4) – HANwHA Q CELLS GMBH – NA

 

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Maintain an interval of at least 0.39 in (10 mm) 
between two modules along the short side and 
0.20 in (5 mm) along the long side.

0.39 in (10mm)

0.20 in 

(5 mm)

Option 2:

 

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Install the module at the 4 mounting points, see 
page 7.

 

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Tighten screws according to manufacturer’s 
instructions.

NOTE

! Module damage may occur!

 

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Do not subject modules to mechanical tension. 
Max. torsion 0.39 in/yd (10 mm/m).

Option 3:

 

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Install the module using mounting profiles, see 
page 7.

Option 1:

 

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Fasten the module with 4 clamps in the specified 
clamping range, see page 7. 

 

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Tighten clamps according to manufacturer’s 
instructions.

3.3  Module installation

3 INSTALLATIoN

DANGER!  
Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock!

When disconnecting an electric circuit carrying direct current, 
electric arcs can occur that may result in life-threatening injuries.

 

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Do NOT unplug the cable when under load.

 

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Do NOT connect any exposed cable ends.

 

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Do NOT touch the poles at the same time.

A solar module generates electrical current and voltage even at a 
low intensity of illumination. Sparks and electric arcs may 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.

 

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Please ensure that the entire open circuit voltage is active even 
at low levels of solar irradiation. 

 

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Please follow the valid national regulations and safety guidelines 
for the installation of electrical devices and systems.

 

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Please make sure to take all necessary safety precautions. With 
module or phase voltages of more than 120 V, the extra-low 
voltage range is exceeded.

 

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Carry out work on the inverter and the wiring with extreme caution.

 

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Ensure that the modules are disconnected at the inverter prior 
to separation.

 

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Be sure to observe the specified time intervals after switching off 
the inverter. High-voltage components need time to discharge.

DANGER

! Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock! 

 

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Never open the junction box.

 

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Change of bypass diodes is only allowed by 
qualified and trained personnel in disconnected 
and covered state.

DANGER

! Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock! 

 

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Never touch live contacts with bare hands.

 

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Do not touch the poles at the same time.

 

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Cover connectors by suitable protective caps  
until installation.

DANGER

! Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock! 

 

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Insulate any exposed cable ends.

 

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Only connect cables with plugs.

DANGER

! Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock! 

 

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Only use dry, insulated tools for electrical work.

4.1  Safety

ELECTrICAL CoNNECTIoN

Summary of Contents for Q.PLUS-G4

Page 1: ...Valid for North America Q Pro G4 Q PLUS G4 Q PRO BFR G4 Q PRO BLK G4 Installation and Operation Manual ...

Page 2: ...a pro cedure you check the results of said procedure Prohibited Beware of possible danger or damage Categories Danger Risk of fatal injury Attention Risk of serious injury or damage to property Note Risk of damage to product Units Where both metric 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 app...

Page 3: ... solar power system It may be necessary to carry out a structural analysis for the entire project Ä Ä 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 Information for the Operator Ä Ä Please keep this manual for the entire life of the solar power system Ä Ä Please contact your s...

Page 4: ...e are compatible Clamp System Requirements Use customary clamps that satisfy the following requirements Clamp width 1 57in 40 mm Clamp height compliant with a 1 26in 32 mm frame height Clamp depth 0 28 0 47in 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 sec...

Page 5: ...t Push 0 3 94 0 100 1200 2400 2400 Pull 0 3 94 0 100 1100 1 Distance between outer edge of module and middle of the clamp Describes the maximum module surface load vertical to the module surface regarding safety factors e g EUROCODE For this purpose the load value determined by load tests according to various criteria laminate overlay plastic deformation module failure and were divided with a safe...

Page 6: ...al Code for an additional multiplying factor of 125 percent 80 percent derating which might be applicable Ä Ä Please follow the valid national guidelines for the installation of electrical systems refer to section 690 8 of the NEC for an additional multiplying factor of 125 percent 80 percent derating which may be applicable Series Connection Connection of modules in series is only permitted up to...

Page 7: ...ule damage may occur Ä Ä Never step on modules Ä Ä Do not subject modules to any mechanical stress Ä Ä Do not allow any objects to fall onto modules 3 1 Safety and transport 3 Installation Danger Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock Ä Ä Block off the installation zone Ä Ä Keep children and unauthorized individuals away from the solar power system Danger Risk of fatal injury due to electric s...

Page 8: ...m the separation of a closed circuit These can result in life threatening injuries The danger increases when several modules are connected in series Ä Ä Please ensure that the entire open circuit voltage is active even at low levels of solar irradiation Ä Ä Please follow the valid national regulations and safety guidelines for the installation of electrical devices and systems Ä Ä Please make sure...

Page 9: ...ified tools of the manufacturer Tyco or Multicontact adequate for PV4 plug type 2 Cover the modules to be disconnected 4 2 Electrical installation safety 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Ä Ä Use solar cables for the connection at the junction box outlet Ä Ä Use the same inverter compatible plugs SOLAR Note Module damage may occur Ä Ä Ensure that the cabling is not under stress Ä Ä Ensure that the cables do...

Page 10: ...depend on multiple factors Option A Use of a grounding lug A listed grounding lug can be bonded to the frame using the grounding holes pre drilled in the frame These holes are marked Dimensions shown are in inches 0 1 7 7 0 0 0 8 0 0 08 0 79 0 47 0 08 PV Laminate Backing Nut Stainless Steel Toothed Lock Washer Stainless Steel or tin plated metal Grounding Lug Stainless Steel Equipment Grounding Co...

Page 11: ...t and live modules Ä Ä Only clean modules that have cooled down Ä Ä Do not carry or wear any electrically conductive parts WARNING Risk of falling due to unsecured access Ä Ä Never access the installation area alone or without taking adequate security precautions Ä Ä Please commission a trade specialist Clean the modules as follows NOTE Module surface damage may occur Ä Ä Remove snow and ice witho...

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