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MOUNTING THE SOLAR PANELS ON A FLAT ROOF.
9. Mounting the Solar Panels On A Flat Roof.
FIBERGLASS COATED, METAL, OR SHINGLED FLAT ROOF
- If you have one of these three types of roofs with at
least 3” of slope down the panel length, you can use the eco-SPARK mounting pad method previously described. Use
liquid adhesive to secure the eco-SPARK mounting pads to the roof, or consult A.H.J. or engineer of record to make sure
installation meets code regulations.
NOTE:
Whenever unglazed solar collectors are installed on a rack, a substrate should be mounted on the rack
prior to mounting the panel. This eliminates heat loss and stress created by wind blowing on the back side
of the rack. However, if this wind is eliminated by other site specific conditions, (e.g. windbreaks or fences)
substrates are not necessarily required.
There are all types of flat roof surfaces, and as the installing contractor, you are responsible for making sure
that the installation will not damage the roof surface. If, for example, you have a very soft or rubberized
roof surface, you’ll want to protect the roof surface with some type of substrate.
Please note that not all flat roof installations are the same. Please contact your local roofing contractor to
ensure your meeting all local codes.
INSTALLATION MANUAL eco-SPARK™ SOLAR POOL HEATER
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