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Maintenance and Field Adjustment
Solar Panel Angle Adjustment
The SolarBee technology includes tilting PV
modules to allow for optimal solar collection for
different geographical regions and changing
sun position during the seasons.
Use 35 Degree (Flattest Position):
Where - Locations south of 40 degree latitude.
When - During fall, summer, and spring or year
round if no adjustment is preferred.
OR
Where - Locations north of 40 degree latitude.
When - During summer only.
Use 45 Degree (Middle Position):
Where - Locations north of 40 degree latitude
(Especially Great Lakes Region and Canada).
When - During spring and fall or year round if
no adjustment is preferred.
OR
Where - Locations south of 40 degree latitude.
When - During winter
Use 55 Degree (Steepest Position):
Where - Locations north of 40 degree latitude.
When - During winter season or periods of
abundant snow (The steep angle will help
prevent snow from building up on the panels).
TOOLS RECOMMENDED:
Two 1/2" or 13mm wrenches
STEP 1: Loosen 2 bolts on each end of the PV
module using 1/2" or 13mm wrenches as shown in
the figure below.
Bolts
STEP 2: Firmly grip the PV module and slide it up
or down the tracks until it is in the desired position.
For each of the three recommended angle settings
listed, there is a slot in the top tracks at both ends
that the top bolt will drop into.
STEP 3: Once the PV module is in the desired
position, tighten all four bolts.
STEP 4: Repeat steps 1 through 3 for other two
solar panels
Bolts