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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.X / BFG

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.X / BFG

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1 Introduction

Validity

These instructions are only valid for crystalline solar modules 
from the company Qcells as specified at chapter "2.1 Technical 
specifications"
. Qcells assumes no liability for damage resulting 
from failure to observe these instructions.

  Please observe the wiring and dimensioning of the system.
  The installer of the system is responsible for compliance with 

all necessary safety regulations during set-up and installation.

Qcells assumes no liability on the basis of these instructions. 
Qcells is only liable in the context of contractual agreements or 
in the context of accepted guarantees. Qcells accepts no other 
responsibility for the functionality and safety of the modules.

  Please observe the instructions for any other system compo-

nents that may be part of the complete solar power system. It 
may be necessary to carry out a structural analysis for the ent-
ire project.

 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.qcells.com.

Additional information for the Operator

  Please keep this manual for the entire life of the solar power 

system.

  Please contact your system supplier for information concerning 

the formal requirements for solar power systems.

  Please be sure to contact the relevant local authorities 

and energy providers regarding regulations and permit 
requirements prior to installation of the solar power system. 
Your financial success depends on the fulfillment of these 
requirements.

Other applicable documents

This installation manual is only valid in combination with the 
following technical information.

Document type

Product data sheet

Packaging and transport information

 
MISUSE OR INCORRECT USE OF SOLAR MODULES VOIDS 
THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND MAY CREATE A SAFETY 
HAZARD AND RISK PROPERTY DAMAGE. THIS INCLUDES 
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR CONFIGURATION, IMPROPER 
MAINTENANCE, UNINTENDED USE, AND UNAUTHORIZED 
MODIFICATION.

Attention!

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed 
of with other household waste within the EU. Recycle this product 
properly to prevent possible damage to the environment or 
a risk to human health via uncontrolled waste disposal and in 
order to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. 
Please return your used product to an appropriate collection 
point or contact the retailer where you purchased this product. 
Your retailer will accept used products and return them to an 
environmentally-sound recycling facility.

2 Planning

2.1 Technical specifications

For additional information see the relevant datasheet of the module provided at www.qcells.com.

PRODUCT LINE

Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.3 / BFG
Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.7 / BFG

Type

Q.ANTUM DUO Z

Length [in]

95.1 (2416 mm)

Width [in]

44.6 (1134 mm)

Frame height [in]

1.38 (35 mm)

Area [yd²]

3.28 (2.74 m²)

Weight [lbs]

75.8 (34.4 kg)

Max. system voltage V

SYS

1500 V (IEC) / 1500 V (UL)

Max. reverse current

25 A

Permitted Module Temperature
on Continuous Duty

–40 °C to +85 °C (–40 °F to +185 °F)

Junction box protection class

≥ IP67 with bypass diode

Connector protection class

IP67 or IP68

Fire rating based on ANSI / UL 61730

C / TYPE 29 (New Type is similar to Type 3 but with metallic frame)

Max. test load Push / Pull

[lbs/ft²]

113 / 50 (5,400 Pa / 2,400 Pa)

Max. design load Push / Pull

[lbs/ft²]

75 / 33 (3,600 Pa / 1,600 Pa)

Middle rail

No

Certificates

Quality Controlled PV by TÜV Rheinland; CE-compliant; IEC 61215:2016; 
IEC 61730:2016; PV module classification: Class II; UL61730 QCPV Certification ongoing

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 Test and design load in accordance with IEC 61215:2016, depending on mounting options (see section "2.3 Mounting options")

44.6"
(1134 mm)

55.1" (1400 mm)

95.1" (2416 mm)

1.38" (35 mm)

4 × Mounting slots (DETAIL A)

Frame

43.0"
(1092 mm)

Label

4 × Grounding holes,
Ø 0.18" (4.5 mm)

15.7" (400 mm)

8 × Mounting slots system Tracker (DETAIL B)

DETAIL A

0.63" (16 mm)

0.33" (8.5 mm)

0.83" (21

 mm)

DETAIL B

0.39" (10 mm)

0.28" (7 mm)

0.87" (22

 mm)

42.9"

(1090 mm)

31.1" (790 mm)

≥ 13.8" (350

 mm)

≥ 29.5" (750

 mm)

20.0" (508 mm)

4 × Drainage holes

0.11 × 0.24" (2.8 × 6 mm)  

4 × Drainage holes

0.12 × 0.24" (3 × 6 mm)  

Fig. 1: 

External dimensions (in inch (mm)) and components for Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.3 / BFG and Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.7 / BFG.

Summary of Contents for Q.PEAK DUO XL-G11.X / BFG Series

Page 1: ...Installation and operation manual Q PEAK DUO XL G11 X BFG solar module series...

Page 2: ...d solar module operator are responsible for compliance with all applicable statutory requirements and regulations The following regulations and standards must be upheld at all times during the install...

Page 3: ...ALLATION OR CONFIGURATION IMPROPER MAINTENANCE UNINTENDED USE AND UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION Attention This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other household waste with...

Page 4: ...the following applications Operating temperatures from 40 F to 185 F Pull loads and push loads according to chapter 2 3 Test Load in accordance with IEC 61215 and Design Load 1 5 in accordance with U...

Page 5: ...s FB1 4 mounting slots 20 508 FB2 4 mounting slots 20 508 mFB2 20 508 Tracker installation on mounting points TB1a 39 7 1008 TB1b 32 813 39 7 1008 TB2a 20 or 32 or 39 7 508 or 813 or 1008 TB2b 32 813...

Page 6: ...acer allowed between the module and substructure CL1a FB1 These mounting options are not recommended as mounting rails will cast shade on the module rear side FB1 FB2 TB1a TB1b TB2a TB2b mFB2 Use M8 c...

Page 7: ...erter into account when determining the maximum number of modules in the string Parallel Connection Modules may be damaged by the occurrence of reverse currents caused by module defects ground leaks o...

Page 8: ...upright and horizontally as shown 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 2 Pr...

Page 9: ...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 Please be aware of that the entire op...

Page 10: ...of fatal injury due to electric shock Electrical work may only be performed by qualified and skilled personnel see page 3 Ensure correct polarity 4 Electrical Connection 4 3 Connection of modules Use...

Page 11: ...0 0 8 0 0 08 0 79 0 47 0 08 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 with a ground sy...

Page 12: ...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 occ...

Page 13: ...nstallation manual solar modules Q PEAK_DUO_XL G11 X BFG_modules_series_2022 07_Rev01_NA HANWHA Q CELLS AMERICA INC 400 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 1400 Irvine CA 92618 USA EMAIL WEB TEL hqc inquiry q...

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