3. Mount the solar panel.
TIP:
Once applied to a surface, the 3M™
VHB™ tape, which is a high-strength, double-
sided acrylic adhesive tape, cannot be easily
removed without damaging both the solar
paneland the mounting surface. For more
information, visit the 3M website.
IMPORTANT:
Follow the recommendations
illustrated in Figure 2 and succeeding Figures.
a.
Unpack the solar panels and prepare all installation tools and
materials.
b.
Prepare the roof mounting surface by removing dust, dirt, and
debris. Clean and degrease the roof surface with isopropyl
alcohol and dry completely.
Figure 2 Precautions
NOTICE
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
l
Do not bend more than 30° when handling and mounting the
solar panel.
l
Do not step on the solar panel.
l
Do not mount the solar panel near other roof fixtures that can
obstruct direct exposure to sunlight.
l
Select the mounting area carefully and mark the exact and
intended location of the solar panel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in physical
damage to vehicles and property.
Figure 3 Adhesive strips on the panel's backside
all sides adhesive
all surface adhesive
The backside of the Solar Max Flex Panelhas 3M VHBtape strips already applied around the perimeter of the
panel.
c.
Peel off the liner film from the 3M VHB tape and place the Solar
Max Flex Panel on the exact and intended location. It is ideal to
have two people to carefully and accurately mount the solar
panel.
d.
Apply even pressure only on top of the areas where there is the
3M VHB tape underneath the solar panel for proper bonding of
the 3M VHB tape to the mounting surface. It is ideal to use a
roller or the palm of your hands to apply pressure.
e.
Be careful not to apply hard pressure on the solar cells that may
lead to damage.
f.
Use a 2"-wide 3M 4411 Extreme Sealing Tape to apply all
around the perimeter edge of the panel for a tighter seal. See
for an illustration.
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