8. Mounting the Solar Panels.
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MOUNTING THE SOLAR PANELS
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CONT.
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INSTALLATION MANUAL - SWIM JOY SOLAR POOL HEATER
Once all of the
top headers are connected with the panel clamp assemblies and all of the
top mounting pads are
secured
to the mounting surface
, you can repeat the same mounting pad and panel clamp assembly installation steps
for the bottom headers and mounting pads.
5.
NOTE:
For tile roofs, anchor screw sets can be used for clay tile and concrete lag screws can be used for concrete tiles
to attach the mounting pads to the tile. Using these style screws for tile roofs avoids the need to penetrate the roof
membrane or substrate in cases where the roof tiles are properly anchored to the roof. On all types of roofs be sure to
seal each penetration with the proper sealant.
NOTE:
On soft roof surfaces or lesser quality asphalt shingle an EPDM or aluminum pad underneath the panel clamp
assembly may be necessary to eliminate possible roof wear.
The
bottom mounting pad
s
feature a unique design that both secures the bottom header to the mounting surface while
still allowing the panel to thermally expand and contract
.
Notice the graphic marks
(Fig. 18.1)
on the slider portion of the bracket
. These marks are here to assist you in determining
how to position the mount during installation. Each symbol refers to a possible weather condition: “snowflake” for cold
and “heat waves” for hot.
When it’s hot outside, the panel is longer and when it’s cold, the panel is shorter.
While installing the bottom mounting pads,
you
should consider the current ambient temperature and position the
slider over the track (and grid) so that it is closer to the icon that best defines the weather. This will allow enough room for
the system to expand and contract as needed.
If you are unsure, install the mount at the 4th line as referenced in Fig. 18.2.
This location gives the panel equal room to both expand and contract.
Fig. 18.1
Fig. 18.2
Fig. 18.3
