OVERVIEW SunModo’s Fixed Leg Tilt-up System is designed to adjust between 5 and 10- degree tilt angles by simply raising or lowing the screws inside the Tilt Leg slots. The SMR Fixed Leg Tilt-up System has been created to minimize inventory while maximizing product flexibility. This single-row low-slope product has proven popular with customers in the Latin American region.
2 UL2703 CERTIFICATION SunModo’s Fixed Leg Single Row Tilt-up System can be used to mount photovoltaic (PV) modules onto a wide variety of low slope roof tops. These installation instructions are of a general nature for attaching the Single Row Tilt-up System onto low sloped roofs. All installations shall be in accordance with NEC requirements in the USA. Single Row Tilt-up ’s self- bonding system is for use with PV modules that have a maximum series fuse rating of 30A.
The Single Row Tilt-up System is tested and recognized to UL 2703 standards for safety grounding and bonding equipment and meets UL 1703 fire standards.
INSTALLER’S RESPONSIBILITY • Installer shall employ only SunModo products detailed herein. The use of non SunModo components can cancel the letters of UL compliance and product warranties. • Installer is responsible to determine that the roof, its rafters, connections, and other structural components can sustain the array under all environmental loading conditions per the codes and standards; consult with a licensed professional engineer. • Installer shall guarantee that screws have adequate pullout strength and shear capacities. • Installer shall adhere to the torque values specified in this Instruction Manual. • Installer is responsible to install solar panels over a fire-resistant roof covering rated for the application. • Installer shall adhere to all relevant local or national building codes. If any details of these installation instructions conflict with code requirements, installer should consult with SunModo. • Installer shall guarantee the safe placement of all electrical details of the PV array. • Installer to follow all applicable safety requirements during installation. • Installer shall ensure bare copper grounding wire does not contact aluminum and zinc- plated steel components to prevent risk of galvanic corrosion. • Installer is responsible for and shall provide an appropriate method of direct-to-earth grounding according to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, including NEC 250: Grounding and Bonding, NEC 690: Solar Photovoltaic Systems. • 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. If loose components or loose fasteners are found during periodic inspection, re- tighten immediately. If corrosion is found, replace affected components immediately. • It is recommended that anti-seize compound be applied to the screw threads.
13mm 6-point Tape Measure Masonry Drill Chalk Reel Socket Bit Set
RECOMMENDED ANCHOR
Threaded Rod serrated flange High Strength
(All-Thread) nut Anchoring Epoxy
5 TILT LEG INSTALLATION Drill Hole for Anchor Drill holes, to the depth and diameter, per concrete manufacturer specification.
Clear away all debris before depositing the
epoxy into the hole. Insert the all-thread into the hole and allow the epoxy to cure.
Reference the epoxy manufacturer’s
specifications for complete installation details.
Install Tilt Leg
Secure the Tilt Leg onto the all-thread using serrated flange nut, or equivalent hardware, not supplied by SunModo.
*Consult structural engineer for hardware sizing and load rating not provided by SunModo.
6 TILT LEG INSTALLATION L-Foot Adaptor to Tilt Leg Insert the bolt head of the L-Foot Adaptor through the large opening in the top of the tilt leg.
L-Foot Adaptor to Rail
Install the Rail onto the L-Foot Adaptor. Confirm that the hooks on the L-Foot Adaptor are fully engaged with the hooks on the side of the Rail.
Rail Position Adjust the Rail up or down to achieve the desired angle and then secure the Rail to the L-Foot Adaptor using the M8 Bolt; use a 13mm hex socket and torque to 13Nm (10 ft- lbs).
7 RAIL SPLICE INSTALLATION SMR Splice The SMR Rail Splice has been designed to be both a structural and bonding rail splice.
SMR Splice to First Rail
Insert the SMR Splice into the first Rail.
SMR Splice to Second Rail
Insert the SMR Splice into the second Rail until both Rails are stopped by the M8 Bolt. Secure the SMR Rail Splice by tightening the M8 Bolt; use a 13mm hex socket and torque to 13Nm (10 ft-lbs). See the SMR Rail and Splice Use Case section for permissible Splice locations.
8 THERMAL BREAK INSTALLATION SMR Splice The maximum permissible continuous Rail run before a thermal break is 60 feet.
In cases where a thermal break is
necessary it is recommended to use an SMR Splice in conjunction with the Wiley Bonding Jumper (WEEBBNDJMP8.0) to insure continuous bonding across the thermal break.
Gap Between Rails
Insert the SMR Splice into the Rails with a 1- 1/4-inch gap between Rails.
Modules cannot be installed over a thermal
break. The row of continuous modules must end before the thermal break and a new row must start after the thermal break.
Bonding Secure the Wiley Bonding Jumper to the Rails using either the SMR Microinverter Mounting Kit (shown) or by using M8 Nuts and Bolts.
Ensure a loop is left in the Bonding Jumper
to allow for thermal expansion and torque to 13Nm (10 ft-lbs).
See the SMR Rail and Splice Use Case
section for permissible Splice locations..
9 SMR RAIL AND SPLICE USE CASES SMR span charts are available for download on the SunModo website. Rail shall be continuous and not spliced over a minimum of 2 supports except for approved span lengths per SunModo’s span charts. In these chases, it is acceptable to use a minimum of 1 support per rail section as long as all supports are located at a minimum of 48-inches on center and the first and last rail sections have a minimum of 2 supports. Installation over roof overhangs or within 10” of any roof edge is not recommended. Maximum end cantilever of aluminum support rail shall not exceed 1/3 of allowable span in the roof wind pressure zone of the cantilever.
• Rails installed with (2) Roof Attachments (1 rail span):
SMR Rail Splice where required shall be installed within a distance of L/4 from either Roof Attachment, where “L” is the rail span. • Rails installed with (3) or more Roof Attachments (2 or more rail spans): SMR Rail Splice where required shall not be installed within a distance of L/8 from any Roof Attachment, where “L” is the rail span.
10 PV MODULE ASSEMBLY Microinverter Mounting Kit Installation Install the T-Bolt into the Rail in the desired location. Add a lock washer between the Rail and microinverter mounting bracket. Add a lock washer on top of the microinverter mounting bracket and secure using the hex nut. Use a 13mm hex socket and torque to 13Nm (10 ft-lbs).
PV Module Clamp Installation
Proceed with the mounting of the PV modules using the mid and end clamps. Installing Mid Clamps: A mid clamp is used between PV modules. It will produce 1/2” spacing between PV module frames. An End Clamp is used to secure PV modules at the ends of a row.
SMR End Clamp
Install the End Clamp on the Rail at the ends of the PV module array: ➢ Confirm that the hooks on the End Clamp are fully engaged with the hooks on the side of the Rail. ➢ Use your free hand to support the End Clamp against the module frame while tightening. ➢ Use a 13mm hex socket and torque to 9.4 Nm (6.9 ft-lbs).
End Clamp Location
There must be a minimum of 1.5” [38.1mm] of Rail extending beyond the PV module frame.
Secure the PV module frame to the Rail
using the End Clamp; use a 13mm hex socket and torque to 9.4 Nm (6.9 ft-lbs).
11 PV MODULE ASSEMBLY SMR Mid Clamp The SMR self-bonding system is for use with PV modules that have a maximum series fuse rating of 30A.
SMR Mid Clamp Attachment
Install the Mid Clamp on the Rail between PV modules. ➢ Confirm that the hooks on the Mid Clamp are fully engaged with the hooks on the side of the Rail. ➢ Secure the PV panel frame to the Rail using the Mid Clamp; use a 13mm hex socket and torque to 9.4 Nm (6.9 ft-lbs).
SMR100 Bottom Clamp
The SMR100 Bottom Clamp secures the PV module frame flange to the Rail which allows for flush mounting the PV panel with the end of the Rail.
SMR100 Bottom Clamp Attachment
Install the SMR100 Bottom Clamp on the Rail at the ends of the PV module array: ➢ Slide the SMR Bottom Clamp onto the Rail and pull forward to fully engage the module frame flange. ➢ Use your free hand to support the Bottom Clamp against the panel frame flange while tightening. ➢ Use a 13mm socket driver and torque to 9.4 Nm (6.9 ft-lbs).
12 ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENTS Ground Wire Attachment The Ground Lug is intended for a single use after final torque values are reached and is designed to terminate or pass thru: #6 thru #12 AWG cable, either solid or stranded, including #6 thru #12 THHN or THWN jacketed cable.
See PV module’s installation instructions
when mounting the Ground Lug to the PV module.
Ground Lug Installation
The picture shows a Ground Lug mounted on one Rail per row of panels.
Ground Lug K10469-004 and detailed
installation document D10003 are available from SunModo separately.
UL 2703 Label Placement
When requested the UL 2703 Label can be located on the Rail.
13 ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENTS Wire Management Clip Installation Install the Solar Panel Combo Cable Clip into the top Rail channel and secure by locking into place.
Install the trunk cable and the solar panel
cables into the clip.
Rail End Cap Attachment
End Caps can be attached to the end of the Rail as shown.
