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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.MAXX-G4

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL SOLAR MODULES Q.MAXX-G4

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Table of contents

1 Introduction

With solar modules from Hanwha Q CELLS Australia Pty Ltd 
(hereafter referred to as "Qcells") you can directly transform 
the sun’s limitless energy into environmentally-friendly solar 
electricity. In order to ensure the maximum performance 
of your Qcells 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.

  Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding with 

your installation.

  Please retain these instructions for the life of the solar modules.
  Please ensure that this Manual is available to the operator at all 

times.

  This Manual should be given to all subsequent owners or users 

of the solar modules.

  All supplements received from the manufacturer should be 

included.

  Please observe all other applicable documents.
  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/au/.

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 Qcells 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

Procedure with one or more steps.

Lists of items.

Ensure that when carrying out a procedure,
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

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.

  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:

 

This manual.

 

Other applicable stipulations (such as country-specific 
regulations for pressure equipment, operational safety, 
hazardous goods, and environmental protection).

 

Regulations and requirements specific to the system.

 

Any applicable laws and requirements, in particular 
international, country specific, regional laws and stipulations 
governing the planning, installation, and operation of solar 
power systems and work on roofs.

 

Any 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.

 

Any international, country specific and regional accident-
prevention regulations.

 

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 
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). 

DOCUMENT REVISION 03
This Manual is valid for Australia and New Zealand as of June 1st 2022 for Q.MAXX-G4, Q.MAXX-G4+, Q.MAXX BLK-G4, Q.MAXX BLK-G4+ solar modules, and replaces all earlier versions.
DISCLAIMER
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.

1 Introduction 3

2 Planning 5

2.1 Technical specifications 

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2.2 Requirements 6
2.3 Mounting options 

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2.4 Electrical layout 

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3 Installation 11

3.1  Safety and transport 

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3.2 Preparation of installation 

13

3.3 Module installation 

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4 Electrical connection 

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4.1 Safety 15
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 19

6 Faults and defects 

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7 Disposal 19

8 Maintenance and cleaning 

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Summary of Contents for Q.MAXX-G4 Series

Page 1: ...Installation and operation manual Q MAXX G4 solar module series...

Page 2: ...le stipulations such as country specific regulations for pressure equipment operational safety hazardous goods and environmental protection Regulations and requirements specific to the system Any appl...

Page 3: ...TED WARRANTY AND MAY CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD AND RISK PROPERTY DAMAGE THIS INCLUDES IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR CONFIGURATION IMPROPER MAINTENANCE UNINTENDED USE AND UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION 2 Planning 2...

Page 4: ...structural requirements Compliant with local snow and wind loads Properly fastened to the ground the roof or the fa ade Forces acting on the module are relayed to the mounting substructure Ensures su...

Page 5: ...he system installer is responsible for the determination of location specific load requirements Ensure that the connection cables of the junction box do not run between laminate and mounting rails Mod...

Page 6: ...number of modules in the string Parallel Connection Modules may be damaged by the occurrence of reverse currents caused by module defects ground leaks or defective insulation Ensure that the maximum...

Page 7: ...es or junction box Carry modules 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 o...

Page 8: ...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 9: ...erformed by qualified and skilled 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 manufact...

Page 10: ...l Do not disconnect modules by yourself Please contact an installer or Qcells Technical Customer Service Department Dispose of modules in accordance with the local disposal regulations Ensure that all...

Page 11: ...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 a...

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