INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G10+ / HL
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.PEAK DUO BLK-G10+ / HL
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6 Faults and defects
DANGER!
Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock!
Do not attempt to fix any problems yourself (e.g. glass
cracks, damaged cables).
Please contact an installer or Q CELLS Technical
Customer Service Department.
7 Disposal
Do not disconnect modules yourself.
Please commission a trade specialist.
Dispose of modules in accordance with the local disposal re-
gulations.
8 Maintenance and
Cleaning
Q CELLS solar modules are known for a long operating life and
minimal maintenance effort and expense. Dirt and grime are
usually washed away by rain. If the module is fully or partially
shaded by dirt or debris (e.g., plants, bird droppings), it needs to
be cleaned to prevent a loss of performance.
Maintenance
The PV system has to be inspected regularly by certified per-
sonnel.
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 must inform himself ab-
out time intervals and extend of necessary inspections.
Inspections have to be performed especially after extraordinary
events (e.g. storm, hail, high snow loads etc.)
During the inspections it has to be checked that the compo-
nents are secure, undamaged and clean.
Cleaning
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to hot and live modules!
Only clean modules that have cooled down.
Do not carry or wear any electrically conductive parts.
WARNING!
Risk of falling due to unsecured access!
Never access the installation area alone or without
taking adequate security precautions.
Please commission a trade specialist.
NOTE!
Module surface damage may occur!
Remove snow 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
relevant safety issues and general product properties, e.g., but
not restricted to:
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electrical safety
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mechanical stability (load limits depending on the actual
mounting options)
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chemical suitability (no effect to any of the module's
components, e.g. cable, connector, silicone)
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no abrasive materials.
8 Maintenance and Cleaning
NOTE!
Dust and dirt are abrasive materials!
The situation for each individual project (or type of dirt) must
always be professionally evaluated.
Wrong cleaning may cause damages such as, but not limited
to, damages to the glass surface (e.g. scratches) and AR coa-
ting, power loss, delamination, loss of frame-to-laminate bond,
reduced snow and wind load capability etc.
Apart from the above, each customer is free to choose the
method of cleaning. However, possible damages, caused by the
cleaning or related to the cleaning tools or agents shall not be
covered by the module's Product and Performance Warranty.
Therefore it is recommended to use only the tools and agents
which have already been successfully tested and used with PV
modules, to prevent possible damage.
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) can be used selectively to remove
stubborn dirt and stains within one hour after emergence.
Please follow the safety guidelines provided by the IPA manu-
facturer.
Do not let IPA run down between the module and the frame or
into the module edges.
Note! Module damage may occur!
Do not clean modules with water if there is a risk of
frost.
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Free the substructure from any dirt and debris (leaves,
bird nests, etc.).
