Polar Bear III HD 5 Degree Installation Manual
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Introduction
Polar Bear® III HD 5 Degree flat roof system comprises of three major components that intuitively
assemble into a flat roof PV mounting system array. The following features improve construction
performance, optimize maintenance and increase power density:
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Just three major components (Support, Ballast Tray and Claw), light-weight and easy to move
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Tight-row spacing for increased power density
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Compatible accessories to simplify wire management and microinverter attachment
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Built-in rubber roof pads to help prevent roof top damage
Document Objective
This installation manual has been put together to assist in the proper steps required to build a
photovoltaic array using Polar Bear III HD 5 Degree.
“THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL D
OES NOT COVER SELECTION OF OR INSTALLATION OF ANY MATERIALS
USED TO SEAL A MECHANICAL ATTACHMENT TO THE ROOF. FOR THESE INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE SEE OEM
PROVIDER INSTALLATION MANUALS AND RELATED LITERATURE. A LIST OF OEM PROVIDERS IS SHOWN
BELOW.
THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL DOES NOT COVER SELECTION OF OR INSTALLATION OF FASTENERS
REQUIRED TO FASTEN A MECHANICAL ATTACHMENT TO THE ROOF STRUCTURE ITSELF. FOR THESE
INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE SEE OEM PROVIDERS INSTALLATION MANUALS AND RELATED LITERATURE. A
LIST OF OEM PROVIDE
RS IS SHOWN BELOW”
OEM MECHANICAL ATTACHMENT PROVIDERS:
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Anchor Products: www.anchorp.com
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OMG Roofing Products: www.omgroofing.com
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ECOFasten Solar: www.ecofastensolar.com
Safety Overview
Safety is an essential part of every photovoltaic (PV) installation and every construction site. It is
imperative to plan ahead for any safety concerns and hazards to promote safe work practices during
installation. This section does not claim to address or support all safety concerns that may arise during
the installation of PanelClaw mounting systems or any other aspect of the work being performed. Before
beginning work, installers should refer to all local and federal safety, health and regulatory requirements
to assure compliance. Refer to OSHA Part 1926 and related Subparts for federal construction related
regulations and standards.
The section in
outlines major hazards that could exist during the installation of
PanelClaw products.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, READ THE SAFETY PROVISIONS ATTACHED IN
REVIEW THE INSTALLATION MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY.
An annual corrosion inspection and potential corrective actions are required to maintain product
warranty. Visible surface red rust on galvanized steel components must be locally coated with a
commercially available galvanized paint or coating to maintain product warranty.
