3. Mount the solar panel.
T1:
20 lb-in
Torque
2.3 N-m
T2:
Depends on
roof material
Torque
TIP:
Contact the vehicle/vesselmanufacturer
for recommendations on roof sealant.
a.
Unpack the solar panels and prepare all installation tools and
materials.
b.
Prepare the mounting surface by removing dust, dirt, and
debris.
NOTICE
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
l
Select a mounting surface on the roof of your vehicle that is
firm, thick, rigid, and able to support the solar panel and
mounting hardware.
l
Do not select a roof location within 1 m (3 ft) of the front of
the vehicle to reduce wind lift forces during motion.
l
Do not mount the solar panel near other roof fixtures that can
obstruct direct exposure to sunlight.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in physical
damage to vehicles and property.
c.
Install the mounting brackets on the solar panel. See
T1
.
d.
Place the solar panel assembly on the planned location on the
roof, mark the locations of mounting bracket holes on the roof
of the vehicle, pre-drlll the two holes [one (+), one (–)].
e.
Apply a silicon outdoor-rated, waterproof sealant around the
pre-drilled holes.
f.
Install the solar panel assembly on the roof and fasten the
brackets using the supplied #10 screws. See
T2
.
g.
Apply a silicon outdoor-rated, waterproof sealant to the screw
heads.
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