Solar Panel Mounting Brackets - Harbor Freight Tools

Solar Panel Mounting Brackets
68685 Mounting Brackets
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
needed. See Figure 1, below.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Safety Precautions
1. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavyduty
work gloves during installation. Do not
wear jewelry or metal watches when working
near solar panels, wiring or batteries.
2. Keep installation area clean and well lit.
Figure 1
4. Rotate the Mounting Units outward and fasten
in place with a screwdriver. See Figure 1.
5. WARNING! Do NOT drill through the aluminum
frame. You may damage the frame or break the glass.
6. Foot Units are provided to dissipate heat and to allow
air circulation under the Solar Panel. Press the Foot
Units into the holes provided in each Corner Bracket.
See Figure 2.
3. Install out of reach of children.
4. Keep bystanders out of the area during installation.
5. Do not install when tired or when under
the influence of drugs or medication.
6. Use only to install individual aluminum solar
panels that come with 90599 Solar Panel Kit. Do
not use to mount or install any other solar panel or
other piece of equipment. Use as intended only.
7. Inspect before use; do not use if
parts are loose or damaged.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Installation Instructions and Maintenance
1. Select a mounting location for Solar Panel. The
solar panel should face the sun, and not be
blocked by shadows. The location should allow the
panel to be protected from accidental damage.
2. The mounting location should be sturdy enough
to support the weight of the Solar Panel, and
any additional accessories. Before drilling, be
sure there are no hidden wires or utility lines
that may be damaged during installation.
3. To mount Solar Panel’s frame, slide plastic Mounting
Units into the sides of the Aluminum Frame as
Figure 2
7. Mount the Solar Panel to an appropriate support
or mounting system using Screws and Nuts
(not included) through the Mounting Units.
8. Once all four Mounting Units are securely in place,
mount the Solar Panel to an appropriate mounting
area using screws and nuts (not included) through
the Mounting Units.
WARNING! Verify mounting area is free of
hidden wires or utility lines before installing.
Procedures not specifically explained in
this manual must be performed by a
qualified technician.
Clean and inspect Solar Panel MONTHLY, or
more frequently to maintain peak efficiency.
9. Inspect general condition of Mounting Frame. Check
for loose hardware, damage or weathering, cracked
or broken parts, loose or corroded contacts, and any
other condition that may affect its safe operation.
10. If you notice any damage, remove Solar Panel from
Mounting Frame and replace Frame immediately.
Do not mount Solar Panel until Frame is replaced.
SKU 68685
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
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