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Step 3: Mount the Microinverters
A.
Mount the microinverter horizontally bracket side up or vertically.
•
Always place the microinverter under the PV module, protected from direct
exposure to rain, sun, and other harmful weather events. Allow a minimum of 1.9
cm (3/4
”) between the roof and the microinverter. Also allow 1.3 cm (1/2”)
between the back of the PV module and the top of the microinverter.
•
For vertical mount, also maintain > 30 cm (12”) clearance from the edges of the
PV module to protect the microinverter from direct exposure to rain, UV, and
other harmful weather events.
WARNING
: Install the microinverter under the PV module to avoid direct exposure to
rain, UV and other harmful weather events. Do not mount the microinverter upside down.
B. Torque the microinverter fasteners as follows.
Do not over torque
.
•
6 mm (¼
”) mounting hardware: 5 N m (45 to 50 in-lbs.)
•
8 mm (5/16
”) mounting hardware: 9 N m (80 to 85 in-lbs.)
•
When using UL 2703 mounting hardware, use the manufacturer’s recommended
torque value
AC Connector
DC Connector
Horizontal mount
Vertical mount
