Self-grounding
Hardware System
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Installer Responsibility
Before ordering and installing materials, all system layout dimensions should be confirmed by field
measurements. SunModo reserves the right to alter, without notice, any details, proposals or plans.
Any inquiries that you may have concerning installation of the PV system should be directed to your
SunModo Sales representative. Consult SunModo Sales for any information not contained in this
manual. This manual is intended to be used as a guide when installing SunModo Self-grounding
hardware system. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the safe installation of this product
as outline herein.
Installer shall employ only SunModo products detail herein. The use of non SunModo
components can void the warranty and cancel the letters of UL compliance.
Installer shall guarantee that screws and anchors have adequate pullout strength and
shear capacities.
Installer shall adhere to all relevant local or national building codes. This takes account of
those that supplant this document’s requirements.
Installer shall guarantee the safe placement of all electrical details of the PV array.
Installer shall comply with all applicable local, state and national building codes, including
periodic re-inspection of the installation for loose components, loose fasteners and any
corrosion, such that if found, the affected components are to be immediately replaced.
Installer to ensure the structural support members or footings for mounting the array can
withstand all code loading conditions. Consult with licensed professional engineer for the
appropriate loading conditions.
Installer to follow all regional safety requirements during installation.
This racking system may be used to ground and/or mount a PV module complying with UL
2703 only when the specific module has been evaluated for grounding and/or mounting in
compliance with the included instructions.
Safety
Review relevant OSHA and other safety standards before following these instructions. The
installation of solar PV systems is a dangerous procedure and should be supervised by trained
and experienced personnel.
It is not possible for SunModo to be aware of all the possible job site situations that could cause an
unsafe condition to exist. The installer of the ground system is responsible for reading these
instructions and determining the safest way to install the ground system. These instructions are
provided only as a guide to show a knowledgeable, trained erector the correct part placement one
to another. If following any of the installation steps would endanger a worker, the erector should
stop work and decide upon a corrective action.