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Mono 60 cells series
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7 cells series7 cells series
7 cells series PM07 P00
PM07 P00PM07 P00
PM07 P00
Back contact 96 cells series
Back contact 96 cells seriesBack contact 96 cells series
Back contact 96 cells series PM096B00 / PM096B01
PM096B00 / PM096B01PM096B00 / PM096B01
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BenQ Solar
BenQ SolarBenQ Solar
BenQ Solar Photovoltaic Modules
Photovoltaic ModulesPhotovoltaic Modules
Photovoltaic Modules (IEC
(IEC (IEC
(IEC, ET
, ET, ET
, ETL
LL
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)
Installation Guide for Users
Installation Guide for UsersInstallation Guide for Users
Installation Guide for Users
Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 General Information
Chapter 1 General InformationChapter 1 General Information
Chapter 1 General Information................................
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1.1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................................
1. Limited Warranty and Product Certifications...............................................................................
1.3 Disclaimer of Liability ..........................................................................................................................
1.4 Guidelines for Safe Handling and Installation.................................................................................3
Chapter BenQ Solar Module Specifications
Chapter BenQ Solar Module SpecificationsChapter BenQ Solar Module Specifications
Chapter BenQ Solar Module Specifications ................................
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. PM 00M00 / PM048M00 Series ........................................................................................................6
.3 PM 45P00 Series..................................................................................................................................7
.4 PM 45P03 Series..................................................................................................................................7
.5 PM 50M01/ PM060M0 Series..........................................................................................................8
.6 PM060M01 Series.................................................................................................................................8
.7 PM07 P00 Series..................................................................................................................................8
.8 PM060P00 Series..................................................................................................................................9
.9 PM096B00 Series..................................................................................................................................9
Chapter 3 Mounting Guidelines
Chapter 3 Mounting GuidelinesChapter 3 Mounting Guidelines
Chapter 3 Mounting Guidelines ................................
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3.1 Mounting with Screws...................................................................................................................... 10
3. Mounting with Clamps ..................................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4 Wiring, Connecting a
Chapter 4 Wiring, Connecting aChapter 4 Wiring, Connecting a
Chapter 4 Wiring, Connecting and Grounding BenQ Modules
nd Grounding BenQ Modulesnd Grounding BenQ Modules
nd Grounding BenQ Modules................................
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4.1 Wiring & Connecting........................................................................................................................ 15
4. Module Grounding............................................................................................................................ 17
4.3 System Grounding (Negative) ........................................................................................................ 18
4.4 System Grounding (Positive) .......................................................................................................... 18
4.5 System Grounding (Transformerless)........................................................................................... 19
4.6 Limitation in Connection................................................................................................................. 19
Chapter 5 Maintenance
Chapter 5 MaintenanceChapter 5 Maintenance
Chapter 5 Maintenance................................
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5.1 Module Cleaning Guidelines ........................................................................................................... 1
5. Module Cleaning Instructions.........................................................................................................
5.3 Cleaning the Frame...........................................................................................................................
5.4 Visual inspection of the module.....................................................................................................
5.5 Inspecting connections and cabling................................................................................................
Chapter 6 Certificatio
Chapter 6 CertificatioChapter 6 Certificatio
Chapter 6 Certifications
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6.1 IEC Certification................................................................................................................................ 3
6. ETL Certification ............................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 1 General Information
Chapter 1 General InformationChapter 1 General Information
Chapter 1 General Information
1.1 Introduction
The following is the product installation guide for the BenQ Solar photovoltaic modules.
BenQ Solar modules should be installed by certified professionals only. This guide is designed
to be used in combination with industry recognized best practices and all applicable rules and
regulations.
Please read these instructions in entirety before handling or using this product in any way.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANTIMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
BENQ SOLAR MODULES AND THIS GUIDE ARE DESIGNED FOR USE BY CERTIFIED
PROFESSIONALS ONLY FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS GUIDE AND
OBSERVE INDUSTRY STANDARD BEST PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN DANGEROUS
CONDITIONS AND COULD VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
1. Limited Warranty and Product Certifications
See BenQ Solar Limited Warranty document for full product warranty details and limitations.
Product Warranty version is based on warranty note in effect at the time of product
manufacturing date. Please download and save a copy of the Warranty Note for reference.
Some product certifications are detailed in chapter 6 of this document. See individual Module
Specifications sheet for more information about product certifications of the desired BenQ
Solar module model.
The most up to date version of both of these documents can be found in the BenQsolar.com
Document Center.
http://www.benqsolar.com/
1.3 Disclaimer of Liability
It is each installer’s responsibility to abide by all relevant rules and regulations when using this
product. Always observe Industry Best Practices when handling, installing, and using this
product. This guide is designed for use by trained and certified solar professionals only. BenQ
Solar does not assume responsibility for loss, damage or expense resulting from installation,
handling or use of this product

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1.4 Guidelines for Safe Handling and Installation
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANTIMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
THIS PRODUCT IS DESI
THIS PRODUCT IS DESITHIS PRODUCT IS DESI
THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR INSTALLATIO
GNED FOR INSTALLATIOGNED FOR INSTALLATIO
GNED FOR INSTALLATION BY QUALIFIED PERSO
N BY QUALIFIED PERSON BY QUALIFIED PERSO
N BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
NNEL ONLY.NNEL ONLY.
NNEL ONLY.
ALL HANDLING AND INS
ALL HANDLING AND INSALL HANDLING AND INS
ALL HANDLING AND INSTALLATIONS MUST BE P
TALLATIONS MUST BE PTALLATIONS MUST BE P
TALLATIONS MUST BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIAN
ERFORMED IN COMPLIANERFORMED IN COMPLIAN
ERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH
CE WITH CE WITH
CE WITH
ALL APPLICABLE CODES
ALL APPLICABLE CODESALL APPLICABLE CODES
ALL APPLICABLE CODES,
,,
, RULES AND REGULATIO
RULES AND REGULATIO RULES AND REGULATIO
RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NS.NS.
NS.
In addition to the applicable rules and regulations, please follow all guidelines for safe handling
and/or installation of BenQ Solar modules. As always observe industry best practices when
handling and/or installing any BenQ Solar module. Save this Installation Guide for future
reference.
LIFTI
LIFTILIFTI
LIFTING AND HANDLING
NG AND HANDLINGNG AND HANDLING
NG AND HANDLING
Do not lift the module or carry module by junction box or PV cables.
Do not drill holes in the frame. This will void warranty and may affect frame strength.
Avoid scratching the frame. Scratches to the frame will compromise protective coating
and can result in corrosion or weakened structure.
Do not scratch or damage the module backsheet. Scrathes to the backsheet could affect
module performance.
Do not stand on, drop, scratch or allow objects to hit modules (especially module glass).
O not install or handle the modules when wet or during periods of high wind.
Do not install the modules where there may be flammable gases or vapors, since sparks
may be produced.
When storing the modules, take steps to cover the DC connectors and prevent dust
from collecting on or in the connectors.
ELECTRICAL HANDLING AND INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL HANDLING AND INSTALLATIONELECTRICAL HANDLING AND INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL HANDLING AND INSTALLATION
The module’s DC connection points conduct direct current (DC) and are sources of
voltage when the module s under load and any time it is exposed to light.
Direct current can arc across gaps and may cause injury or death if improper connection
or disconnection is made, or if contact is made with module leads that are frayed, torn
or otherwise damaged.

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Please use caution when handling or connecting any module.
Remove all metallic jewelry prior to installing this product to reduce the chance of
accidental exposure to live circuits.
Use properly insulated tools to reduce your risk of electric shock.
During installation use suitable protection prevent a discharge of at least 30 direct
current volts to each person on crew.
Do not connect or disconnect modules when current from the modules or an external
source is present.
Cover all modules in the PV array with an opaque material before making or breaking
any connections. Do not touch the terminals while the module is exposed to light.
Do not remove or misuse module connectors, this could void module warranty.
Use only the supplied locking connectors and safety clips in order to prevent untrained
persons from disconnecting the modules once installed.
There are no serviceable parts within the module. Do not attempt to change or repair
any part of the module.
Damaged modules (broken glass, torn back sheet, broken j-boxes, broken connectors,
etc) can present electrical hazards as well as laceration hazards. Contact with damaged
module surfaces or module frame can cause electric shock. The dealer or installers
should remove the module from array and contact the distributor for disposal
instructions.
NOTE: Shading a small/narrow portion of the module (e.g. narrow bands of shade
caused by leafless branches or tall grass) can cause local cell temperature to rise,
temporarily decreasing overall module output
Removing the source of any narrow bands of shade will prevent these “hot spots” from
occurring, and ensure maximum module productivity. The module will resume normal
performance once the source of shade is removed, with no impact to lifetime.

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STORAGE
STORAGESTORAGE
STORAGE
When storing modules for any period of time, cover modules to ensure protection from
the elements. Take special steps to cover/protect the module connectors..
When storing the modules, turn so that the glass is face down. Do not allow water or
dust to collect inside module, this can damage module connectors.
When storing the modules, do not allow the anodized profiles (frames) to come into
contact with contaminants such as cement or mortar, which will cause damage to the
anodic oxide coatings.
*A
*A*A
*Always contact your module supplier for additional instructions if maintenance is necessary.
lways contact your module supplier for additional instructions if maintenance is necessary.lways contact your module supplier for additional instructions if maintenance is necessary.
lways contact your module supplier for additional instructions if maintenance is necessary.*
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Chapt
ChaptChapt
Chapter
er er
er BenQ Solar Module Specifications
BenQ Solar Module SpecificationsBenQ Solar Module Specifications
BenQ Solar Module Specifications
The module electrical ratings are measured under Standard Test Conditions (STC) of
1000W/m irradiance with AM 1.5G spectrum and a cell temperature of 5ºC. BenQ Solar
modules electrical characteristics depend on module Series and Wattage. Please refer to the
tables below to learn more about the characteristics of your module(s).
.1 Performance of PV Modules
A PV module may produce more current and/or voltage than reported at STC. Sunny, cool
weather and reflection from snow or water can increase current and power output.
Therefore, the values of Isc and Voc shown below should be multiplied by a factor of 1. 5
when determining component voltage ratings, conductor capacities, fuse sizes, and size of
controls connected to PV output. An additional 1. 5 multiplier may be required by the NEC
for sizing fuses and conductors as described in the NEC section 690.8.
While module current depends on solar irradiance, module voltage will vary depending on
device temperature. This means overall production will vary depending on solar radiation, the
temperature of the cells/module and the equipment to which they are connected.
. PM 00M00 / PM048M00 Series
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1318 x 983 x 40 mm (51.87 x 38.70 x 1.57 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight:Module Weight:
Module Weight: 15.4 kg (33.5 lbs)
PM 00M00
PM 00M00PM 00M00
PM 00M00
Power 190W 195W 00W 05W 10W 15W 0W
Efficiency 14.7% 15.1% 15.4% 15.8% 16. % 16.6% 17.0%
Vmp (V) 3.6 3.7 3.9 4.1 4.3 4.4 4.5
Imp (A0 8.06 8. 3 8.37 8.51 8.65 8.8 8.99
Voc (V) 30. 30.3 30.4 30.5 30.6 30.7 30.8
Isc (A) 8.60 8.68 8.76 8.84 8.9 9.00 9.08
Maximum Tolerance
of Power 0 / +3
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PM048M00
Power 10W 15W 0W 5W 30W 35W 40W
Efficiency 16. % 16.6% 17.0% 17.4% 17.8% 18.1% 18.5%
Vmp (V) 4.3 4.4 4.5 5.0 5.1 5.15 5. 3
Imp (A) 8.65 8.8 8.99 9.00 9.17 9.34 9.5
Voc (V) 30.6 30.7 30.8 31.8 3 .4 3 .7 33.0
Isc (A) 8.9 9.00 9.08 9.47 9.65 9.87 10.00
Maximum Tolerance
of Power 0 / +3%
.3 PM 45P00 Series
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1639 x 983 x 40 mm (64.5 x 38.7 x 1.57 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight: Module Weight:
Module Weight: 18.5 kg (41.1 lbs)
Power
40W 45W 50W 55W 60W
Efficiency 14.9% 15. % 15.5% 15.8% 16.1%
Vmp (V) 9.9 30.3 30.6 30.8 31.
Imp (A) 8.03 8.09 8.17 8. 8 8.34
Voc (V) 37.0 37. 37.4 37.7 37.7
Isc (A) 8.58 8.64 8.69 8.76 8.83
Maximum Tolerance of Power
0 / +3%
.4 PM 45P03 Series
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1639 x 983 x 40 mm (64.5 x 38.7 x 1.57 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight:Module Weight:
Module Weight: 18.5 kg (41.1 lbs)
Power
50W 55W 60W
Efficiency
15.4% 15.7% 16.0%
Vmp (V) 30.41 30.65 30.8
Imp (A) 8. 8.31 8.4
Voc (V) 37.73 37.93 38.15
Isc (A) 8.53 8.6 8.70
Maximum Tolerance of Power
0 / +3%

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.5 PM 50M01/ PM060M0 Series
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1639 x 983 x 40 mm (64.5 x 38.7 x 1.57 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight:Module Weight:
Module Weight: 18.5 kg (41.1 lbs)
Power 65W 70W 75W 80W 85W 90W
Efficiency 16.4% 16.8% 17.1% 17.4% 17.7% 18.0%
Vmp (V) 31.30 31.80 3 .30 3 .70 31.00 31.30
Imp (A) 8.47 8.50 8.5 8.57 9. 0 9. 7
Voc (V) 38. 38.5 38.7 38.9 40.0 40.4
Isc (A) 8.98 9.01 9.03 9.06 9.80 9.8
Maximum Tolerance
of Power 0 / +3%
.6 PM060M01 Series
Module Dimension
Module DimensionModule Dimension
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
s (L x W x H):s (L x W x H):
s (L x W x H): 1639 x 983 x 35 mm (64.5 x 38.7 x 1.38 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight: Module Weight:
Module Weight: 10.5 kg ( 3.3 lbs)
Power 65W 70W 75W 80W 85W 90W
Efficiency 16.4% 16.8% 17.1% 17.4% 17.7% 18.0%
Vmp (V) 31.30 31.80 3 .30 3 .70 31.00 31.30
Imp (A) 8.47 8.50 8.5 8.57 9. 0 9. 7
Voc (V) 38. 38.5 38.7 38.9 40.0 40.4
Isc (A) 8.98 9.01 9.03 9.06 9.80 9.8
Maximum Tolerance
of Power 0 / +3%
.7 PM07 P00 Series
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1956 x 983 x 50 mm (77.01 x 38.70 x 1.96 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight: Module Weight:
Module Weight: 8 kg (61.73 lbs)
Power
300W 305W 310W
Efficiency 15.4% 15.7% 16.0%
Vmp (V) 36.7 36.9 37.1
Imp (A) 8.17 8. 5 8.33
Voc (V) 45.5 45.6 45.7
Isc (A) 8.6 8.68 8.77
Maximum Tolerance of Power 0 / +3%

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.8 PM060P00 Series
Modu
ModuModu
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
le Dimensions (L x W x H): le Dimensions (L x W x H):
le Dimensions (L x W x H): 1639 x 983 x 40 mm (64.5 x 38.7 x 1.57 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight:Module Weight:
Module Weight: 18.5 kg (41.1 lbs)
Power
50W 55W 60W 65W 70W
Efficiency 15.5% 15.8% 16.1% 16.4% 16.7%
Vmp (V) 30.6 30.8 31.
31.6
3 .0
Imp (A) 8.17 8. 8 8.34 8.39 8.44
Voc (V) 37.4 37.7 37.7 37.9 38.1
Isc (A) 8.69 8.76 8.83 8.87 8.93
Maximum Tolerance of Power
0 / +3%
.9 PM096B00 Series
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H):Module Dimensions (L x W x H):
Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 1559 x 1046 x 46 mm (61.38 x 41.18 x 1.81 in)
Module Weight:
Module Weight:Module Weight:
Module Weight: 18.6 kg (41.3 lbs)
Power
315W 3 0W 3 5W 3 7W 330W
Efficiency 19.3% 19.6% 19.9% 0.1% 0.3%
Vmp (V) 54.7 54.7 54.7 54.7 54.7
Imp (A) 5.76 5.86 5.94 5.98 6.04
Voc (V) 64.6 64.8 64.9 64.9 64.9
Isc (A) 6.14 6. 7 6.39 6.46 6.5
Maximum Tolerance of Power
0 / +3%

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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Mounti
MountiMounti
Mounting
ngng
ng Guidelines
Guidelines Guidelines
Guidelines
Modules may be mounted at any angle from horizontal to vertical. Select the appropriate
orientation to maximize sunlight exposure.
A gap between the module and system structure or ground is required to prevent wire
damage and to allow air to circulate behind the module.
Take care to follow all applicable regulations, especially municipal and fire codes, when
planning and executing your installation. Do not remove or alter the module frame.
Additional mounting holes may damage the module and reduce the strength of the frame.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANTIMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
MODULES SHOULD ONLY
MODULES SHOULD ONLY MODULES SHOULD ONLY
MODULES SHOULD ONLY BE MOUNTED USING ONE
BE MOUNTED USING ONEBE MOUNTED USING ONE
BE MOUNTED USING ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
OF THE FOLLOWING OF THE FOLLOWING
OF THE FOLLOWING
METHODS
METHODSMETHODS
METHODS.
..
. DEVIATING FROM THE
DEVIATING FROM THE DEVIATING FROM THE
DEVIATING FROM THE MOUNTING INSTRUCTION
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONMOUNTING INSTRUCTION
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS BELOW COULD
S BELOW COULD S BELOW COULD
S BELOW COULD
AFFECT MAX WIND LOAD
AFFECT MAX WIND LOADAFFECT MAX WIND LOAD
AFFECT MAX WIND LOAD AND/OR PRODUCT WARR
AND/OR PRODUCT WARR AND/OR PRODUCT WARR
AND/OR PRODUCT WARRANTY.
ANTY.ANTY.
ANTY.
3.1 Mounting with Screws
•Secure the module to the structure using only the factory drilled mounting holes.
•Do not drill any additional holes in module frame (doing so would void the warranty).
•Use corrosion-proof fastening materials.
•A torque wrench must be used for assembly. In the examples shown, the tightening
torque must be 0N．m.
•Refer to product datasheet for the module dimensions and mounting hole locations.
PM 00M00 / PM 45P00 /
PM 00M00 / PM 45P00 / PM 00M00 / PM 45P00 /
PM 00M00 / PM 45P00 / PM 45P03 /
PM 45P03 / PM 45P03 /
PM 45P03 / PM 50M01 /
PM 50M01 /PM 50M01 /
PM 50M01 / PM
PM PM
PM07
0707
07 P00
P00P00
P00 /
/ /
/ PM048M00 /
PM048M00 / PM048M00 /
PM048M00 / PM060P00
PM060P00 PM060P00
PM060P00 /
/ /
/
PM060M0
PM060M0PM060M0
PM060M0
Secure each module to the structure using four stainless steel bolts, with nuts, washers, and
lock washers. When using this mounting option, only the existing mounting holes (with the
current diameter of 9mm
9mm9mm
9mm) can be used for module to meet 5400Pa design strength under
IEC 61 15/ IEC 61730 and to meet 400Pa design strength under UL 1703.
PM
PMPM
PM060M01
060M01060M01
060M01
Secure each module to the structure using four stainless steel bolts, with nuts, washers, and
lock washers. Only the existing mounting holes (Diameter: 6.6
6.66.6
6.6mm
mmmm
mm) that can be used for
module to meet 3600Pa design strength under IEC 61 15/ IEC 61730 and to meet 400Pa
design strength under UL 1703.

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PM096B00
PM096B00PM096B00
PM096B00
Secure each module to the structure using four M6 (¼”)
M6 (¼”)M6 (¼”)
M6 (¼”) stainless steel bolts, with nuts,
washers, and lock washers per module. Only the mounting holes that are 3 mm (1 .677
inches) from the short end of the module can be used for the module to meet 5400 Pa design
strength.
3. Mounting with Clamps
•Clips and clamps are not provided by BenQ Solar.
•The clamping clips on the side frame must be in parallel – equidistant from the closest
module frame corner (see Figure 1).
•Ensure the clamps are of sufficient design strength to allow for the maximum design
pressure of the module.
•Measurements of D1, D , D3, and D4 below describe the centerline of the mounting
clamp to the closest corner of the module frame.
•There are two clamping methods available (see Clamp Location Details below for
specific measurements):
oClamp on the long side of the frame (see Figure , measurements below)
oClamp on the short side of the frame (see Figure 3, measurements below)
Figure
Figure Figure
Figure 1
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1 Top view and back view of module installed on a parallel mounting structure

1
Figure
Figure Figure
Figure Long rail mounting clamp zone (D1 and D )
Figure
Figure Figure
Figure 3
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3 Short rail mounting clamp zone (D3 and D4)

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Long Rail (5400 Pa)
Long Rail (5400 Pa)Long Rail (5400 Pa)
Long Rail (5400 Pa) Short Rail ( 400 Pa)
Short Rail ( 400 Pa)Short Rail ( 400 Pa)
Short Rail ( 400 Pa)
Model Name
Model NameModel Name
Model Name D1
D1D1
D1 D
DD
D D3
D3D3
D3 D4
D4D4
D4
PM048M00
PM048M00PM048M00
PM048M00
7 mm (8.94 in)
7 mm (8.94 in)7 mm (8.94 in)
7 mm (8.94 in) 96 mm (11.65 in)
96 mm (11.65 in)96 mm (11.65 in)
96 mm (11.65 in) 50 mm (1.97 in)
50 mm (1.97 in)50 mm (1.97 in)
50 mm (1.97 in) 150 mm (5.91 in)
150 mm (5.91 in)150 mm (5.91 in)
150 mm (5.91 in)
PM060P00
PM060P00PM060P00
PM060P00
8
8 8
8 mm (
mm (mm (
mm ( 8.98
8.98 8.98
8.98 in)
in) in)
in) 4 8
4 84 8
4 8 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (16.85
16.8516.85
16.85 in)
in) in)
in) 198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in) 98 mm
98 mm98 mm
98 mm (11.73 in)
(11.73 in)(11.73 in)
(11.73 in)
PM060M01*
PM060M01*PM060M01*
PM060M01*
81
8181
81 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (11.06
11.0611.06
11.06 in)
in) in)
in)
*
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*
375
375 375
375 mm (
mm (mm (
mm (14.76
14.7614.76
14.76 in)
in) in)
in)
*
**
*
PM060M0
PM060M0PM060M0
PM060M0
8
8 8
8 mm (
mm (mm (
mm ( 8.98
8.98 8.98
8.98 in)
in) in)
in) 4 8
4 84 8
4 8 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (16.85
16.8516.85
16.85 in)
in) in)
in) 198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in) 98 mm
98 mm98 mm
98 mm (11.73 in)
(11.73 in)(11.73 in)
(11.73 in)
PM07 P00
PM07 P00PM07 P00
PM07 P00
1 7
1 71 7
1 7 mm (5.0 in)
mm (5.0 in) mm (5.0 in)
mm (5.0 in) 300
300300
300 mm (1
mm (1 mm (1
mm (11
11
1.81 in)
.81 in).81 in)
.81 in)
PM096M00
PM096M00PM096M00
PM096M00
50
5050
50 mm (9.84 in)
mm (9.84 in) mm (9.84 in)
mm (9.84 in) 400
400400
400 mm (15.75 in
mm (15.75 in mm (15.75 in
mm (15.75 in)
))
) 30
3030
30 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (8
88
8.
..
.46
4646
46 in)
in) in)
in) 330
330330
330 mm (1
mm (1 mm (1
mm (1 .4
.4.4
.4 in)
in) in)
in)
PM 00M00
PM 00M00PM 00M00
PM 00M00
7 mm (8.94 in)
7 mm (8.94 in)7 mm (8.94 in)
7 mm (8.94 in) 96 mm (11.65 in)
96 mm (11.65 in)96 mm (11.65 in)
96 mm (11.65 in) 50 mm (1.97 in)
50 mm (1.97 in)50 mm (1.97 in)
50 mm (1.97 in) 150 mm (5.91 in)
150 mm (5.91 in)150 mm (5.91 in)
150 mm (5.91 in)
PM 45P00
PM 45P00PM 45P00
PM 45P00
8
8 8
8 mm (
mm (mm (
mm ( 8.98
8.98 8.98
8.98 in)
in) in)
in) 4 8
4 84 8
4 8 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (16.85
16.8516.85
16.85 in)
in) in)
in) 198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in) 98 mm
98 mm98 mm
98 mm (11.73 in)
(11.73 in)(11.73 in)
(11.73 in)
PM 45P03
PM 45P03PM 45P03
PM 45P03
8
8 8
8 mm (
mm (mm (
mm ( 8.98
8.98 8.98
8.98 in)
in) in)
in) 4 8
4 84 8
4 8 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (16.85
16.8516.85
16.85 in)
in) in)
in) 198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in) 98 mm
98 mm98 mm
98 mm (11.73 in)
(11.73 in)(11.73 in)
(11.73 in)
PM 50M01
PM 50M01PM 50M01
PM 50M01
8
8 8
8 mm (
mm (mm (
mm ( 8.98
8.98 8.98
8.98 in)
in) in)
in) 4 8
4 84 8
4 8 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (16.85
16.8516.85
16.85 in)
in) in)
in) 198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in) 98 mm
98 mm98 mm
98 mm (11.73 in)
(11.73 in)(11.73 in)
(11.73 in)
*
* *
* PM060M01 has a max design strength of 3600 Pa.
PM060M01 has a max design strength of 3600 Pa.PM060M01 has a max design strength of 3600 Pa.
PM060M01 has a max design strength of 3600 Pa.
PM 00M00
PM 00M00PM 00M00
PM 00M00 / PM048M00
/ PM048M00 / PM048M00
/ PM048M00 Module
ModuleModule
Module Clamp Location
Clamp Location Clamp Location
Clamp Location Details
Details Details
Details
•Long rail
Long railLong rail
Long rail clamping for 5400 Pa design strength: clamp between D1
D1D1
D1 –
––
– 7
77
7 mm
mmmm
mm (8
(8(8
(8.94 in)
.94 in).94 in)
.94 in)
and
and and
and D
DD
D –
––
– 96
9696
96 mm
mmmm
mm (11.65 in)
(11.65 in) (11.65 in)
(11.65 in) from the closest short side of the module.
•Short rail
Short railShort rail
Short rail clamping for 400 Pa design strength: clamp between D3
D3D3
D3 –
––
– 50
5050
50 mm
mmmm
mm (1.97 in)
(1.97 in) (1.97 in)
(1.97 in)
and
and and
and D4
D4D4
D4 –
––
– 150
150150
150 mm
mmmm
mm (5.91 in)
(5.91 in) (5.91 in)
(5.91 in) from the closest long side of the module.
PM 45P00
PM 45P00 PM 45P00
PM 45P00 / PM 45P
/ PM 45P/ PM 45P
/ PM 45P03
03 03
03 / PM 50M01
/ PM 50M01/ PM 50M01
/ PM 50M01 / PM060P00
/ PM060P00 / PM060P00
/ PM060P00 / PM060M0
/ PM060M0 / PM060M0
/ PM060M0 Module
ModuleModule
Module Clamp Location
Clamp Location Clamp Location
Clamp Location
Details
DetailsDetails
Details
•Long rail
Long railLong rail
Long rail clamping for 5400 Pa design strength: clamp between D1
D1D1
D1 –
––
– 8
88
8 m
mm
mm
mm
m (
( (
( 8.98
8.98 8.98
8.98 in)
in) in)
in)
and
and and
and D
DD
D –
––
– 4 8
4 84 8
4 8 mm
mmmm
mm (
( (
(16.85
16.8516.85
16.85 in)
in) in)
in) from the closest short side of the module.
•Short rail
Short railShort rail
Short rail clamping for 400 Pa design strength: clamp between D3
D3D3
D3 –
––
– 198
198198
198 mm
mmmm
mm (7.8 in)
(7.8 in) (7.8 in)
(7.8 in)
and
and and
and D4
D4D4
D4 –
––
– 98
9898
98 mm
mmmm
mm (11.73 in)
(11.73 in) (11.73 in)
(11.73 in) from the closest long side of the module.
PM
PMPM
PM060
060060
060M01 Module Clamp Location Details
M01 Module Clamp Location DetailsM01 Module Clamp Location Details
M01 Module Clamp Location Details
•Long rail
Long railLong rail
Long rail clamping for 3600
36003600
3600 Pa design strength: clamp between D1
D1 D1
D1 –
––
– 81
8181
81 mm (
mm ( mm (
mm (1
11
11.06
1.061.06
1.06 in)
in) in)
in)
and D
and D and D
and D –
––
– 375
375 375
375 mm (
mm (mm (
mm (14.76
14.7614.76
14.76 in)
in) in)
in) from the closest short side of the module.

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PM
PMPM
PM07 P00
07 P0007 P00
07 P00 Module Clamp Location Details
Module Clamp Location DetailsModule Clamp Location Details
Module Clamp Location Details
•Long rail
Long railLong rail
Long rail clamping for 5400 Pa design strength: clamp between D1
D1D1
D1 –
––
– 1 7
1 71 7
1 7 mm
mmmm
mm (5.0 in)
(5.0 in) (5.0 in)
(5.0 in)
and
and and
and D
DD
D –
––
– 300
300300
300 mm
mmmm
mm (1
(1 (1
(11
11
1.81 in)
.81 in).81 in)
.81 in) from the closest short side of the module.
PM096B00
PM096B00PM096B00
PM096B00 Module Clamp Location Details
Module Clamp Location DetailsModule Clamp Location Details
Module Clamp Location Details
•Long rail
Long railLong rail
Long rail clamping for 5400 Pa design strength: clamp between D1
D1D1
D1 –
––
– 50
5050
50 mm
mmmm
mm (9.84 in)
(9.84 in) (9.84 in)
(9.84 in)
and
and and
and D
DD
D –
––
– 400
400400
400 mm
mmmm
mm (15.75 in)
(15.75 in) (15.75 in)
(15.75 in) from the closest short side of the module.
•Short rail
Short railShort rail
Short rail clamping for 400 Pa design strength: clamp between D3
D3D3
D3 –
––
– 30
3030
30 mm
mmmm
mm (
( (
(8
88
8.
..
.46
4646
46 in)
in) in)
in)
and
and and
and D4
D4D4
D4 –
––
– 3
33
330
3030
30 mm
mmmm
mm (1
(1 (1
(1 .4
.4.4
.4 in)
in) in)
in) from the closest long side of the module.

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Chapter
Chapter Chapter
Chapter 4
44
4 Wiring
WiringWiring
Wiring, Connecting
, Connecting , Connecting
, Connecting and Grounding
and Groundingand Grounding
and Grounding BenQ Modules
BenQ Modules BenQ Modules
BenQ Modules
4.1 Wiring & Connecting
DO NOT make any change to the cable or Junction Box.
DO NOT disconnect DC Cables alone, someone should always be nearby!
DO NOT disconnect/connect modules while they are under load!
DO NOT assemble the connector with wet or dirty hands.
Always make sure that all locking connectors are fully engaged and locked. Otherwise faulty
connetions can result in arcs, electrical shock, and equipment damage.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANTIMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
Do not bend the cable directly behind the contact point. A minimum bending radius of r≥4x
(static steady), r≥5x (dynamic) cable diameter must be maintained. The cable must be routed
in a way that tensile stress on the conductor or connection(s) is avoided.
Figure
Figure Figure
Figure 4
44
4 The minimum bending radius of cable
Pay attention to the following when wiring:
Pay attention to the following when wiring:Pay attention to the following when wiring:
Pay attention to the following when wiring:
1.
1.1.
1. Correct wiring scheme
Correct wiring schemeCorrect wiring scheme
Correct wiring scheme
Check that the wiring is correct before commissioning the system. If the measured open
circuit voltage differs from the specifications, then there is a wiring fault. Ensure that the
polarity is correct.
.
..
. Correct DC plug connection method
Correct DC plug connection methodCorrect DC plug connection method
Correct DC plug connection method
Make connections only in dry conditions. Ensure that connections are secure and tight.

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3.
3.3.
3. Use correctly rated materials
Use correctly rated materialsUse correctly rated materials
Use correctly rated materials
Use PV rated solar cable for wiring and suitable connectors only. Ensure that they are in
perfect electrical and mechanical condition. Use only single wire cables. Select a suitable
conductor diameter to minimize voltage drop.
4.
4.4.
4. C
CC
Cable protection
able protectionable protection
able protection
Secure the cables to the mounting system using UV-resistant cable ties. Protect exposed
cables from damage using suitable precautions. Avoid leaving DC cables in direct and
extended exposure to sunlight.
W
WW
WIRIN
IRINIRIN
IRING AND INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
G AND INSTALLATION GUIDELINESG AND INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
G AND INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Please note the following instructions:
•The module must be installed so that air can freely circulate around it. Keeping the
cells’ operating temperature low will allow for the best possible performance. The
module’s performance will be enhanced.
•Do not install modules in systemic and ongoing shade; this can cause the temperature
of exposed cells to rise, reducing output, and may stress conductive bonds in module.
•The DC conductors must be properly gauged so that the voltage drop does not
exceed % of the nominal voltage.
•BenQ Solar PV modules are supplied with or without cables, according to where they
are ordered. If supplied without cables, it is recommended that cables with cross
sections between 4 and 10 mm be used.
•The cables allow easy handling while providing high protection against overloads and
short-circuits. They are made of flexible Cu conductors, cross linked insulated
polyethylene and coated with polyvinyl chloride or similar insulation. The insulation is
flame, acid and alkali resistant and should be stored in an area free of any corrosive
gases.
DC CONNECTION WIRING/ INSTALLATION WARNINGS
DC CONNECTION WIRING/ INSTALLATION WARNINGSDC CONNECTION WIRING/ INSTALLATION WARNINGS
DC CONNECTION WIRING/ INSTALLATION WARNINGS
•The modules should be handled and installed by qualified persons only.
•Keep all panel connectors dry and clean at all times. Do not attempt to establish an
electrical connection with wet, soiled, dusty/dirty, or otherwise faulty connectors.
•Unconnected connectors must be covered/protected at all times to prevent dust,
foreign particles, etc. from accumulating within prior to connection.
•Do not allow unprotected connectors to rest on the ground or roof surface.
•Do not climb up or walk on the module.
•Do not drop the module or throw objects on the module.
•Use the module only for the purpose to which it is designed.
•Do not dismantle the module or remove any part, label, or piece assembled by the
manufacturer without the manufacturer’s authorization.

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•Do not concentrate sunlight or other artificial light sources onto the module.
•Use tools duly coated with insulating material while working with the modules.
•Always work under dry conditions.
•Do not install the modules where there may be flammable gases or vapors, since
sparks may be produced.
•Take care to avoid electric discharges when installing, wiring, starting up or carrying
out maintenance work on the modules.
•Do not touch the terminals while the module is exposed to light.
•Install with suitable protection to redirect a discharge of 30 or more direct current
volts to if delivered any person on the installation team.
•Please prevent adherent of oil such as paraffin liquid, animal oil and vegetable oil form
molding parts. It may be cracked or broken and loose the performance of Junction
Box and connectors.
4. Module Grounding
BenQ Solar PV modules have a clearly marked grounding hole on each side of the frame for
inserting the ground contact. The grounding screw and bolt are usually sold separately from
the mounting equipment.
Please make sure the grounding screw breaks the anodized surface of the module frame
around the holes. Another option is to scratch off the anodizing before the grounding
connection is made. The frame is fully insulated by the anodizaiton process, so this step is
essential for proper ground contact..
An anti-oxidation compound should be applied to the bare aluminum surface for protection.
Use a layer of insulation if the support structure material is different than the frame material
(aluminum) to prevent galvanic corrosion.
If the support structure is a non conductor, a dedicated ground cable must be connected to
each module frame by means of a suitable fastening system. The fastening system must be
splicedwith a cable that has a minimum diameter of .5mm .. Please make sure that each
module is grounded properly per local municipal requirements. The recommended assembly
of grounding screw is shown below in Figure 5.
Note: When using a Tapping Screw for grounding, the cap washer is used for buffer only and can substituted by
any M4-M4.5 washer.

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Figure
Figure Figure
Figure 5
55
5 Recommended grounding connection
Per NEC 50.136, electrical equipment secured to and in electrical contact with a metal rack
or structure provided for its support and grounded by one of the means indicated in 50.134
shall be considered effectively grounded.
Failure to
Failure to Failure to
Failure to properl
properlproperl
properly ground each module
y ground each moduley ground each module
y ground each module will reduce the performance of the system and
will reduce the performance of the system and will reduce the performance of the system and
will reduce the performance of the system and
invalidate BenQ
invalidate BenQ invalidate BenQ
invalidate BenQ S
SS
Solar
olarolar
olar’s
’s’s
’s Limited Power Warranty for PV Modules.
Limited Power Warranty for PV Modules. Limited Power Warranty for PV Modules.
Limited Power Warranty for PV Modules.
Grounding of the module frame can be achieved through use of clamps that penetrate the
anodization in conjunction with grounding of the mounting system or through direct
grounding of the frames by attaching a copper wire to a grounding hole of each module (bolt
size, M6 × 1.0 × 50).
4.3 System Grounding (Negative)
PM 00M00/PM 45P00/
PM 00M00/PM 45P00/PM 00M00/PM 45P00/
PM 00M00/PM 45P00/PM 45P03/
PM 45P03/PM 45P03/
PM 45P03/PM 50M01
PM 50M01PM 50M01
PM 50M01/PM
/PM/PM
/PM07
0707
07 P00
P00P00
P00/
//
/PM048M00/
PM048M00/PM048M00/
PM048M00/PM060P00
PM060P00PM060P00
PM060P00/
//
/ PM060M
PM060M PM060M
PM060M01
01 01
01
/
//
/PM060M0
PM060M0 PM060M0
PM060M0
For optimal performance, BenQ Solar modules should only be used in conjunction with
galvanically insulated inverters where the negative (-) polarity of the PV array is connected to
ground protected by a fuse.
4.4 System Grounding (Positive)
PM318B00/
PM318B00/PM318B00/
PM318B00/PM318
PM318PM318
PM318B01
B01B01
B01/
//
/PM
PMPM
PM096B01
096B01096B01
096B01
For optimal performance, BenQ Solar modules should only be used in configurations with
galvanically insulated inverters where the positive (+) polarity of the PV array is connected to
ground protected by a fuse.

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In addition, the module frame should be grounded. Failure to comply with this requirement
Failure to comply with this requirement Failure to comply with this requirement
Failure to comply with this requirement
will reduce the performance of
will reduce the performance of will reduce the performance of
will reduce the performance of the system and invalidate BenQ S
the system and invalidate BenQ Sthe system and invalidate BenQ S
the system and invalidate BenQ Solar
olarolar
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Limited Power Limited Power
Limited Power
Warranty for PV m
Warranty for PV mWarranty for PV m
Warranty for PV modules.
odules.odules.
odules.
Grounding of the module frame can be achieved through use of clamps that penetrate the
anodization in conjunction with grounding of the mounting system or through direct
grounding of the frames by attaching a copper wire to a grounding hole of each module (bolt
size, M6 × 1.0 × 50).
4.5 System Grounding (Transformerless)
PM
PMPM
PM096B00
096B00096B00
096B00
Comply with the local regulations for earthing the modules and the PV array.
Grounding of the module frame can be achieved through use of clamps that penetrate the
anodization in conjunction with grounding of the mounting system or through direct
grounding of the frames by attaching a copper wire to a grounding hole of each module.
4.6 Limitation in Connection
IEC
IECIEC
IEC
The IEC 61730 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of
The IEC 61730 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of The IEC 61730 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of
The IEC 61730 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of
1000 V. (IEC
1000 V. (IEC1000 V. (IEC
1000 V. (IEC 61730
61730 61730
61730 Standard).
Standard). Standard).
Standard).
ET
ETET
ETL
LL
L
The UL 1703 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of
The UL 1703 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of The UL 1703 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of
The UL 1703 certificate of these modules guarantees their insulation up to a DC voltage of
1000
10001000
1000 V. (UL
V. (UL V. (UL
V. (UL 1703
1703 1703
1703 Standard).
Standard).Standard).
Standard).
Both standards apply to all module series described in this manual, however, a cable with a
suitable cross section must be used for conducting the sum of the currents as generated by
the modules. A series protection fuse of 15A is recommended for each string when module
strings are wired in parallel.
BenQ Solar recommends the PV conductor, which cross section is 4 mm . External
connection boxes can be used to enable greater cable cross section area for long distance
transmission.
The modules are qualified for the application class A: Hazardous voltage (IEC 61730: higher
than 50V; EN 61730: higher than 1 0V), hazardous power applications (higher than 40W)
where general contact access is anticipated.