Top-of-Pole Mount for 9 Modules (TPM9) For Module Types C, D, E, F, G, & H ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS step-by-step assembly and installation YOUR DPW SOLAR DISTRIBUTOR SOLARIS 720-474-6050 www.solaris-shop.
Top-of-Pole Mount for 9 Modules (TPM9) For Module Types C, D, E, F, G & H A few words about the product The TPM9 for module types C, D, E, F, G & H is designed to mount on 6 or 8 inch SCH40/80 galvanized steel pipe (installer supplied). Pipe size and foundation requirements are based on several factors including the array surface area, maximum design wind speed, exposure category, soil type, steepest expected tilt angle, and above-ground clearance.
Top-of-Pole Mount for 9 Modules for Module Types C, D, E, F, G & H Parts Identification 3 *4 5 **6 2 7 8 1 Assembly Instructions, Top-of-Pole Mount for 9 Modules (TPM9) For Module Types C, D, E, F, G & H, (Version 2, Rev E) 2 of 9
CAUTION: Use care while working around the structure during assembly. There could be components that create hazards or obstruct free movement causing serious bodily injury. Many are at head/eye level. Move slowly and with care around the work area. Step 1: Install the Mounting Sleeve on Vertical Pipe Before installing the Mounting Sleeve, verify that the Mounting Pole is plumb to the ground and hasn't shifted or leaned while the concrete footing has cured.
CAUTION: This is a two person activity. The Strongback must be held in place by one person while the second person aligns it and secures it to the Mounting Sleeve using the Pivot Bolt and the 1” hardware. Failure to do so could lead to serious personal injury. B. Remove the Pivot Bolt from the Mounting Sleeve and also collect the 3/8” or 1/2” x 1-3/4” bolt, flat washers and lock washer needed to secure the Support Bar to its Pivot Tab on the Mounting Sleeve. (See Figure 2-2) C.
Pivot Tab Support Bar 3/8” or 1/2” Hex Nut Lock Washer Flat Washer Flat Washer 3/8” or 1/2” x 1-3/4” Bolt Figure 2-3: Securing Support Bar to Mounting Sleeve WRONG CORRECT Strongback Strongback Visible Gaps Visible Gaps Pivot Bolt Towers No Gaps No Gaps Pivot Bolt Towers Figure 2-4: Tighten and Torque the Pivot Bolt Step 3: Install the Module Rails to the Strongback Module Rails run in an E-W direction and are secured to the mounting tabs of the Strongback using 3/8” x 1” bolts and hardware
CAUTION: This is a two person activity. Module Rails are unstable before they are fully secured to the Strongback. Module Rails must be held in place by one person while the second person aligns and secures them to the Strongback. Failure to do so could lead to serious personal injury.
N W E S NOTE: Double check the orientation of inboard to outboard Module Rails. If they are installed differently from these instructions the mounting holes will not align to the holes of the PV Modules. 3/8” x 1” Bolt Module Rail Flat Washer Strongback Mounting Tab Flat Washer Lock Washer 3/8” Nut Figure 3-3: Installing outboard Module Rails to the Strongback Step 4: Installing PV Modules to Module Rails CAUTION: This is a two person activity.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the Pivot Bolt during tilt adjustments! Removal could lead to serious personal injury or death. Adjustments are made with the Pivot Bolt hardware loosened but in place. CAUTION: This is a two person activity. As the Pivot Bolt is loosened and the Support Bar hardware is removed, the rack is heavy and unstable. The rack must be held in place by one person while the second person loosens and removes the hardware and then re-installs/tightens the hardware back in place.
C. Re-tighten the Pivot Bolt. After changing the tilt angle and tightening the Support Bar hardware, the Pivot Bolt must be re-tightened. The Pivot Bolt cannot be left loose - the Mounting Sleeve Vertical Towers must be firmly clamped to the sides of the Strongback eliminating any gaps between the Vertical Towers and the Strongback. Torque to 125-150+ ft.-lbs. for 3/4” hardware or 330-350 ft.-lbs. for 1” hardware.
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