TPM-225-880-2006.docVIP

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SERIES 225-8/80 SERIES 225-8/80 TOP-OF-POLE MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Designed to hold approximately 225 Sq. Ft. of solar modules  INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERIES 225-8/80 TOP-OF-POLE MOUNTS (4X4 MODULE ARRANGEMENT) Components: á 1ea. Strongback with Support Bar á 1 lot rack assembly hardware á 8 ea. Rail Brackets, 3”x2” angle 34.5” long á 1 lot module mounting hardware á 1ea. Mounting Sleeve with Pivot Bolt á 1 Support Bar á 8 ea. Module Rails – 3”x1.5” aluminum channel 1. You will need a piece of 8” SCH80 steel pipe (8-5/8” OD) for a mounting pole. This piece of pipe should be 15-17 feet long. Dig a hole about 36” in diameter and 72”-84” deep. Put the pole into the hole and pour concrete around it, filling the hole to the top. Brace the pole so that it is straight and let the concrete harden. If you live in an area with deep snow build-up you may want a taller pole. For every extra foot above ground you need to have about 8” more in the ground in concrete. [These are just guidelines. The actual depth and diameter of the hole and the amount of concrete used is very dependent on soil type and local wind conditions. Installations in loose, sandy soil will require a larger, deeper hole with more concrete than in hard, rocky soil. If in doubt, we recommend that you consult a civil engineer in your area that is familiar with local soil conditions.] If you live in an area that can get winds in the 80mph-90mph range and your site is flat, open ground with no trees, buildings, etc to break up the wind you may need to go up to an 8” SCH80 pipe for your mounting pole. Please consult the factory if in doubt. 2. Bolt the Mounting Sleeve to the Strongback and attach the free end of the Support Bar to the Angle Adjustment Plate on the Strongback. Bolt it to the hole farthest away from the pivot bolt in the Strongback.