Installation manual

Safety, Installation, and Operations Manual

Power Unlocked by Design

Step 6: Module Mounting

The Solaria Corporation PowerXT

Warranty is contingent upon modules being mounted in accordance to the

requirements described in this section.

6.1 Site Considerations

Solaria modules should be mounted in locations that meet the following requirements.

y Module should not be mounted in locations where it will be in direct contact with salt water or ammonia.

y When choosing a site, avoid obstructions that could cast shadows on the modules as much as possible.

6.2 Mechanical Installa tion

Solaria module mounting congurations must meet the following requirements:

Installation Requirements:

y Do not remove or alter the module frame. Creating additional mounting holes may damage the module and

reduce the strength of the frame.

y For roof mounting, the modules should be mounted over a re-resistant covering rated for the application.

y Clearance of 7 mm or more between modules is required to allow for thermal expansion of the frames.

y Clearance of 100 mm or more is recommended between the modules and the rooftop or nearest surface.

y Always keep the back surface of the module free from any foreign objects or structural elements which could

come into contact with the module.

y Ensure that the modules are not subject to wind or snow loads in excess of the maximum permissible loads

and are not subject to excessive forces due to thermal expansion of the support structure.

y Modules have been tested to Mechanical Loading Test requirements of UL1703.

y The re rating of this module is valid only when mounted in the manner specied in the mechanical mounting

instructions.

y The module is considered to be in compliance with UL1703 only when the module is mounted in the manner

specied by the mounting instructions.

y A module with exposed conductive parts is considered to be in compliance with UL1703 only when it is

electrically grounded in accordance with the instructions presented in this document and the requirements of

the National Electrical Code.