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Ground Mount Installation Guide 6.0

GM-1000

GM-4000

The RAQ-Ground Mount Instructions

Use Standard 2⅜ OD-Galvanized Schedule 40 Fence Posts for Vertical Supports.

Use ¾ “ OD Schedule 80 Pipe for horizontal support.

Step 1: Layout

Place two parallel string lines at 72” apart, for the total length of the intended

solar array. The Solar Array will over hang the front and rear string lines

nominal dimensions given above varies slightly based upon final azimuth angle

of array.

We recommend standard steel rebar to hold the two string lines that are

spaced at 72”. When placing vertical pole locations we recommend the below

small flags available from any local hardware store.

Step 2: Vertical Post Layout

Each flag represents a vertical post location; two length posts are used:

Front row: 7’-2⅜ OD-Galvanized Schedule 40, Corner fence posts 15/16 gauge

Back row: 11’--2⅜ OD, Galvanized Schedule 40, Corner fence posts 15/16 gauge

These posts are readily available at local suppliers to save shipping costs

Step 3: Vertical Posts

Prior to driving any vertical posts, we recommend the proper agencies have

been contacted to confirm no underground utilities are marked and not in

conflicting locations

1. Drive vertical posts with a minimum depth of 4’

2. Set height of first front post to desired distance above ground, taking into

account solar panel perimeter and/or distance of desired overhang of array.

3. Drive rear posts partially, measure down from top of post to desired azimuth

angle, make a mark on the rear pole (see chart in Appendix).

4. Using a 6’ level from top of front post, towards rear post, continue to drive

rear post until desired level is reached.

5. Driving the 4 corner posts and using an elevated string line is recommended

for efficiency.

6. Minor “final” height adjustments will be done at a later time during the

install.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Ground Mount Installation Guide 6.0 GM-1000 GM-4000 The RAQ-Ground Mount Instructions Use Standard 2⅜ OD-Galvanized Schedule 40 Fence Posts for Vertical Supports. Use ¾ “ OD Schedule 80 Pipe for horizontal support. Step 1: Layout Place two parallel string lines at 72” apart, for the total length of the intended solar array. The Solar Array will over hang the front and rear string lines nominal dimensions given above varies slightly based upon final azimuth angle of array.
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Ground Mount Installation Guide 6.0 GM-1000 GM-4000 Auger Steel Eye Anchor  Cable Ties can face any direction needed for maximum stabilization  Cable Tie standard patterns will be issued for wind zones & snow loads  Keep Cable ties within perimeter of Solar Array to help prevent trip hazards Options for placing Ground Auger & Cable Direction Ex. A) A rear facing cable tie, on a rear post Ex. B) A mid post side facing cable tie, used for lateral stabilization Ex.
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Ground Mount Installation Guide 6.0 GM-1000 GM-4000 Step 4: Place Post Mounts, ¾” Pipe & Couplers 1. Sleeve Post Mounts over vertical posts, while sliding ¾” pipe through Post Mounts 2. Over hang ¾” pipe a minimum of 20” past the corner posts 3. ¾” pipes come in 21’ lengths, use structural couplers to connect pipes & cut to length. (Not included) 4.
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Ground Mount Installation Guide 6.0 GM-1000 GM-4000 Mounting the RAQ – Place the RAQ on the ¾” Pipe, centering with Bi‐fold hinge in line with vertical posts. Self Squaring Arms Secure and locks RAQ. Adjust The RAQ vertically to desired over hangs, 4” adjustment points provided.    Secure the “J” Bolt around the ¾” horizontal pipe Tighten to a minimum 8lbs Torque Place 4 “J” bolts on each RAQ One Start Bracket for 3 RAQS, will be needed for each column. No Start Bracket is required on the 4 RAQs.
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Ground Mount Installation Guide 6.0 GM-1000 GM-4000 1. Install Inverters… 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Grounding … and place panels as required securing the bottom panels first.