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Q3 ENERGIE GmbH & Co. KG
Installation and
Operation Manual
QFire - Fire Brigade Switch
Generator Cut-Off according to IEC60947-3
Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG
Moosmangstr. 8
87600 Kaufbeuren
Germany
Phone
+49 (0)8341/9080 334
Email
info@q3-energie.de
Web
www.q3-energie.de
IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0
Status
March 15, 2024
Our general terms of business are to be applied.
Errors and changes
reserved.ehalten.1
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- Page 1 Q3 ENERGIE GmbH & Co. KG Installation and Operation Manual QFire - Fire Brigade Switch Generator Cut-Off according to IEC60947-3 Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8 Status March 15, 2024 Page 1 | 28...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
However, many factors beyond the current knowledge or control of Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG may affect the use by the user or the operation of QFire. Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG does not warrant that the document is free of errors or omissions. Furthermore, to the fullest extent possible, Q3 Energie GmbH &... -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
ATTENTION identifies important information that will result in • Avoid constant high humidity and condensation. material damages or injury, if ignored. Protect the QFire enclosure from splashes, floods and chemicals. HINT indicates important information and useful hints. In case of any questions, please contact our... -
Page 4: Guarantee
5. if a defect that has occurred is not immediately Switch, we certify that: asserted in writing. • the QFire - Fire Brigade Switch complies to the 6. when opening and operating the device in a valid norm IEC60947-3. faulty condition. -
Page 5: Intended Use
In the event of an application that does not meet the specification, there is a risk of per- sonal injury, electric shock, fire and damage to the product and the connected com- ponents! Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8... -
Page 6: System Description
(up to 1,500 VDC) as well as strong electrical currents can flow! Improper operation and incorrect handling can result in danger to life and limb! QFire is a PV generator shutdown device for automated galvanic isolation of PV strings according to DIN EN 60947-3:2020. -
Page 7: Device Layout
Q F ire – Fire Brigade Switch DEVICE LAYOUT The QFire system consists of a control box and one or more switch box(es). The control box is used to switch-off and -on the switch boxes centrally, as well as to display the status of the system. - Page 8 Emergency stop and status display (potential-free switch) are optionally available from Q3 Ener- gie GmbH & Co KG. Delivery content overview, see chapter 3 DELIVERY CONTENT, page 16. Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr.
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Page 9: Device Extensions
2.1.1.1 QFire CLUSTER CONTROL BOX The QFire system can not only switch off several switch boxes by means of 1 control box, but can also communicate intelligently in conjunction with other control boxes, which in turn manage several switch bo- xes. -
Page 10: Qfire - Components
CONTROL BOX The control box must be installed in an accessible place. Main switch (4) is used to switch-on and /–off the QFire system / PV generator according to chapter 2.3 QFire FUNCTIONS, page 13. To prevent accidental restarting, the main switch (4) can be locked in the „0“ position using the small yel- low lever (5), which additionally can be blocked by a padlock. -
Page 11: Switch Box
Figure 10: Dimensions of switch box housing sizes in mm Depending on the configuration of the options, suitable housing sizes are used specifically for the cu - stomer. Please inquire the dimensions for your application. Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0... -
Page 12: Type Plates
Installation and Operation Manual Q F ire – Fire Brigade Switch 2.2.3 TYPE PLATES Figure 11: Type plate control box Figure 12: Type plate switch box Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8 Status... -
Page 13: Qfire Functions
QFire system ON – in operation green SPD defectiv - QFire system in operation Control lines interrupted or under voltage at the control lines - QFire system (partly) not operating QFire system OFF – not operating Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG... -
Page 14: Turning-On Manually
As a result, the relays in the switch box are tightened which connects the PV string lines with the inverter on plus and minus control box sides. The status LED "Power" at the QFire control box lights up green. DANGER Dangerous electrical voltage is applied after turning-on the control box! 2.3.2.1 OPTIONAL MONITORING OF OVERVOLTAGE SPD... -
Page 15: Turning-Off Manually
In this way, the switch-off process can also be triggered exter- control box nally for all switch boxes connected to the control box. QFire system in operation: status contact closed QFire system OFF: status contact opened emergency status stop 2.3.3.2 OPTIONAL SHUTDOWN DELAY... -
Page 16: Turning-Off Automatically
If the AC power is switched off, all relay voltages automatically drop and the relays open/interrupt the cir- cuit. The PV generator output is switched off. If the AC grid is turned back on, the QFire system automatically switches the PV system back into operation. -
Page 17: Parts List
(1:1 with or without slave may be listed as a separate position) Remote-controlled switching unit "QFire" for separating 10 PV strings (10 x plus & 10 x minus). Output (10 outputs - 10 x plus & 10 x minus) IP64 polycarbonate enclosure for outdoor installation in weatherproof environments, 600 x 400 mm. -
Page 18: Installation
When tightening the screws, keep in mind, that the housing (standard version) is made of plastic ma- terial – polycarbonate. Only use suitable tools. efore start-up, check the complete system for hazards! Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0... -
Page 19: Connecting The Control Lines
Figure 14: Control lines The QFire system is delivered with "plug and play" connectors for the control lines. This innovation is de - signed to make the installation of the fire brigade switch as easy and efficient as possible. The heart of this innovation are the customer-specific pre-wired connections for the control lines. -
Page 20: Connecting The Power Supply
1 each Wieland plug RST08 (incl. allen key for lockable plug) INFO A mounting instruction of the Wieland plugs can be downloaded from our website: QFire PV Feuerwehrschalter Modul String Abschaltung (q3- energie.de 4.4.2 SWITCH BOX For power supply connection, use the supplied plug to connect to 230 VAC and secure the supply line with a B6 line protector. -
Page 21: Connection Of The Pv String Lines
1- PV string 1+ string 1+ control line Figure 15: Connections switch box Figure 16: Interconnection PV strings and surge protection device SPD Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8 Status March 15, 2024... -
Page 22: Start-Up
QFire system and provides a copy of the signed installation protocol. People who work or stay in near the QFire product, are to be informed about the possible dangers of PV system components. -
Page 23: Maintenance/Service
TECHNICAL SUPPORT The operation of the product in intended use does In a service case please contact us: not require any special supervision. The QFire sys- Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG tem does not contain any component inside the housings which need to be serviced or repaired. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting And Remedy
Contact our service to troubleshoot faults and errors, see chapter 6.3 TECHNICAL SUPPORT, page 23. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY (contact service) QFire system can not be turned- on with the control box main switch „on“ = „1“ Emergency stop: •... -
Page 25: Certificates
Installation and Operation Manual Q F ire – Fire Brigade Switch CERTIFICATES EU CONFORMITY Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8 Status March 15, 2024 Page 25 | 28 87600 Kaufbeuren Email info@q3-energie.de Our general terms of business are to be applied. -
Page 26: Certificate Of Compliance
Installation and Operation Manual Q F ire – Fire Brigade Switch 8.2 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8 Status March 15, 2024 Page 26 | 28 87600 Kaufbeuren Email info@q3-energie.de... -
Page 27: Technical Data
Operation temperature - 15°C to +60°C Humidity 0 – 99% relative humidity (no condensation) Options external key switch or emergency stop, potential-free status contact Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr. 8 Status March 15, 2024... -
Page 28: Disposal
DE 26170472 with the stiftung elektro-altgeräte register, Nordostpark 72, 90411 Nuremberg, Germany. Further informationen about disposal according to ElektroG is available on our website, see link: https://q3-energie.de/ueber-die-q3/informationspflicht-nach-elektrog-novelliert/ Q3 Energie GmbH & Co. KG Phone +49 (0)8341/9080 334 IA-BA_QFire _E_AS002_V1.0 Moosmangstr.