Mechanical Installation; Selecting The Location; Selecting The Proper Support Frame; Ground Mount - Victron energy Solar Module Mode D'emploi

4. Mechanical Installation

4.1 Selecting the location

Select a suitable location for installing the modules.
The modules should be facing south in northern latitudes and north in southern latitudes.
For detailed information on the best elevation tilt angle for the installation, refer to standard solar photovoltaic installation guides or a
reputable solar installer or systems integrator.
The module should not be shaded at any time of the day.
Do not use module near equipment or in locations where flammable gases can be generated or collected.

4.2 Selecting the proper support frame

Always observe the instructions and safety precautions included with the support frames to be used with the modules.
Do not attempt to drill holes in the glass surface of the modules. To do so will void the warranty.
Do not drill additional mounting holes in the frame of the modules. Doing so will void the warranty.
Modules must be securely attached to the mounting structure using four mounting points for normal installation. If additional wind or
snow-loads are anticipated for this installation, additional mounting points are also used. The details please see the below drawing.
Load calculations are left to the system designers or installers.
The support module mounting structure must be made of durable, corrosion-resistant and UV-resistant material.

4.3 Ground mount

Select the height of the mounting system to prevent the lowest edge of the module from being covered by snow for a long time in winter
in areas that experience heavy snowfalls. In addition, assure the lowest portion of the module is placed high enough so that it is not
shaded by plants or trees or damaged by sand and stone driven by wind.
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