Tamarack UNI-SP-01XX Universal Side of Pole Mount Installation Guide
- October 30, 2023
- Tamarack
Table of Contents
UNI-SP-01XX Universal Side of Pole Mount
Installation Guide
Introduction
These Side of Pole Mounts are simple and universal pole mounting solution for
photovoltaic modules.
These mounts can be installed on 2”to 4” sch-40 pipe with OD of 2-3/8” to
4-1/2”, flat surfaces, and on a 25G ROHN tower frame and they have user-
adjustable angle settings from 30 to 60 degrees.
Customer Support
Tamarack Solar makes every effort to ensure your Pole Mount is easy to
install. If you need assistance at any point in your installation or have
suggestions on how we can improve your experience, call customer support at
1-800-819-7236 ext 556 or email us at
[email protected]
Tools Required and Torque Settings
Torque values for are in the table below. Anti-seize lubricant on bolts is
recommended. A torque wrench and the three sockets listed below are required.
Bolts Size| Socket Size| Foot-Pounds/(Inch-Pounds)Dry Threads| Foot-Pounds
/(Inch-Pounds)
With Anti-sieze on threads
---|---|---|---
5/16 inch| ½ inch| 11 / (132)| 9 / (112)
¼ inch| 7/16 inch| 6 / (75)| 5 / (64)
Band Clamp| 5/16 inch| 3 / (35)| N/A
Components List
The following parts are used in the Braced 2 bucket SOP mount models. Spare
hardware is supplied. See the following page for images of these parts
SP Mounts| | Quantity of each part needed in each mount assembly|
---|---|---|---
| Mount Model >>>»»| sp/oixx| sp/02| sp/02A| sp/02x| sp/03| sp/03w
Part #| Description of part| | | | | |
51-3517-200| Bucket, 25.5″| | 2| 2| | 2|
51-3517-242| Bucket, 35.6″| 2| | | 2| | 2
51-3517-243| Clip, left| 2| 2| 2| 2| 2| 2
51-3517-244| Clip Right| 2| 2| 2| 2| 2| 2
| | | | | | |
51-0530-000| Panel Support Rail, 30′| 2| | | | |
51-0545-002| Panel Support Rail, 45″| | 2| | | |
51-0555-001| Panel Support Rail, 55″| | | 2| 2| |
51-0580-011| Panel Support Rail, 70″| | | | | 2| 2
| | | | | | |
51-0519-000| Brace Rail, 19″ Outer| 2| 2| 2| 2| |
51-0519-001| Brace Rail, 19″ Inner| 2| 2| 2| 2| |
51-3029-000| Brace Rail, 29″ Outer| | | | | 2| 2
51-3029-001| Brace Rail, 29″ Inner| | | | | 2| 2
| | | | | | |
27-5000-010| Hose Clamp 5″| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4
| | | | | | |
Hardware| Mount Model >>>»»| sp/otxx| sp/02| sp/02A| sp/02x| sp/03| sp/03w
29-5002-000| Spare Hardware 1/4 + 5/16 x 3/4| 1| 1| 1| 1| 1|
1
| | | | | | | |
29-5000-000| Module Mounting Hardware| 2 Sets| 3 Sets|
23-2520-050| Bolt, 1/4-20 x .75 SS| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 2
25-2502-000| Washer, flat 1/4 SS| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 2
25-2501-000| Washer, lock 1/4″ SS| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 2
24-2520-440| Nut, 1/4-20 Fin Hex SS| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 4| 2
| | | | | | | |
29-5001-000| Mount Assembly Hardware| 3 Sets|
23-3118-021| Bolt 5/16-18×3/4 Hex SS| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 2
24-3118-440| Nut, 5/16-18 Hex SS| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 2
25-3101-000| Washer, lock 5/16 Med Split SS| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 8| 2
25-3102-000| Washer, flat 5/16 SS| 16| 16| 16| 16| 16| 16| 2
Component views
The following parts are used across various models of our Side of Pole
mount and ship with necessary hardware: 
Optional Components For Mounting (not included)
For High Wind Locations (see page 8)
1 pair: 1/2” – 13 x 2”, 3”, or 4” U-Bolts
With Flat and Lock Washers and Nuts per bucket
For mounting to a wooden pole 5”
in Diameter or Larger (see page 8)
2 sets per bucket: 1/2”x 3” (or longer) Lag bolts and wide washers
For mounting on a 25G Rohn tower (see page 8)
4 per bucket, hose clamps, 1 9/16” to 2 1/2” range
Step 1. Measure PV Mounting Hole Distance
A. Lay the module(s) face down on a protected surface in the suitable
orientation. Leave approximately 1/4” or more space between panels if more
than one.
B. Measure the center-to-center distance between the inside mounting holes on
the back of the PV module as shown and make a note of it. (Measure across the
panel if mounting one panel in portrait.)
Step 2. Mounting Rail Supports on PV Module
A. Review the reference diagrams to determine the orientation of the panel
support rails and the end clips, based on the center to center range of your
module(s) and the length of the bucket in your mount model. (See next page for
25.5” bucket range and common detail views)
B. Determine panel spacing and secure the rails with a 1/4-20 x 3/4” bolt,
lock washer, and hex nut in each of the PV mounting holes (4 on each panel).
Tighten the bolts to 84 in-lbs (see page 6)
Step 3. Attaching Clips to Rails for the top bucket
A. Attach the clips to the rails as determined by the bucket range
diagrams.
(Shown in previous step). Example shown has the clips facing in on the inside
of the rails that are facing out. (Note the orientation of the curved slot)
B. In each of the clip mounting holes, use a 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolt and flat
washer on one side and a flat washer, lock washer and nut on the other.
Tighten these bolts finger tight only at this time (these will torque to 144
in-lbs. after assembly is finished and tilt angle is final.) 
Step 4. Attaching Upper Bucket to the Pole
A. Unscrew the hose clamp to release the end and thread each hose clamp
through the sets of narrow center slots in the top bucket as shown and place
at the desired location on the pole. 
B. Once the top
bucket in the desired position, tighten the hose clamp screws to 35 in-lbs.
Note: Always recheck torque on hose clamps after exposure to windy
conditions.
Optional Mounting Methods – Installer must supply additional hardware
In high loading conditions, in conjunction with the hose clamps, add the
optional 1/2-13 U-Bolts as appropriate for the pipe size being used. tighten
securely but take care not to deform the bucket
Use (optional) 1/2” lag bolts as appropriate to the wooden structure being mounted to (telephone pole or post). Tighten securely but take care not to deform the bucket. Use eight hose clamps to attach buckets to a 25G Rohn tower.
Step 5. Mounting PV Assembly on Pole
A. Place the PV module assembly so the holes on the clips line up with holes
in the inside of the bucket.
Depending on the size of the panel you started with, your assembly may look
different than what is shown in the provided view, with the clips and rails
facing in the opposite direction. B. Attach the clips to the bucket. In each
of the 4 mounting holes, use a 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolt and flat washer on one side
and a washer, lock washer and nut on the other. Tighten bolts to 144 in-lbs.
C. Prop up the array to the desired angle and tighten the bolts to 144 in-lbs.
but leave the prop in place while installing the second bucket and brace
rails.
D. Install the lower bucket loosely to the pole so it can be moved up or down
for adjustment to install the brace rails.
E. Loosely install the left and right clips to the lower bucket facing the
same direction as the clips on the upper bucket. Note position of the curved
slot. 
Step 6: Assembling Inner\Outer
Brace Rails
A. Determine the best mounting holes on the panel support to install the
inner\outer brace rails that would best keep them as close as possible to a
right angle and keep the maximum overlap of the inner\outer brace rails. B.
Line up an inner and outer support rail as shown so that two of the holes in
the rails line up that are closest to the ends of the rails. See the table on
the next page for suggested Brace Rail length to achieve the desired solar
module angle.
C. Bolt the rails together using a 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolt and flat washer on one
side, and a flat washer, lock washer and nut on the other. Tighten the bolts
to 144 in-lbs.
D. Repeat with the second set of support rails.
Step 7: Attaching Brace Rails
A. For each of the two pre-assembled brace rails, loosely bolt one end of the
rail end to the panel supports and the other end to the corresponding clips,
(move lower bucket up or down for alignment and ) using 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolts
and flat, lock washer, hex nut. torque to 144 in-lbs and torque the hose
clamps to 35 inch-lbs on the lower bucket.
B. Do a final check that all hardware is torqued to specification. Angle
adjustment dimension – see table and drawing below:
Side of Pole Model #| Module Rail Length A| Module Rail Tilt Angle
Degrees from Horizontal B| Distance to Brace on
Module Support Rail C| Brace Length D| Distance Between Buckets E
---|---|---|---|---|---
UNI-SP/01XX| 30 inch| 30| 21.| 25| 22.
40| 21.| 25| 28.0
50| 21.| 25| 34.
60| 21.| 21| 34.
UNI-SP/02| 45 inch| 30| 32.| 31| 22.
40| 32.| 31| 33
50| 32.| 31| 41.
60| 32.| 25| 41.
UNI-SP/02A UNI-SP/02X| 55 inch| 30| 39.| 36| 19
40| 39.| 36| 39.
50| 39.| 31| 42
60| 39.| 25| 44.
UNI-SP/03 UNI-SP/03W| 70 inch| 30| 51.| 47.| 28.
40| 51.| 44.0| 45.
50| 51.| 39.0| 54
60| 51.| 32.| 54
Installer Responsibility
The installer is solely responsible for:
i. Complying with all applicable local or national building codes, including
any that may supersede this manual;
ii. Ensuring that Tamarack Solar and other products are appropriate for the
particular installation and the
installation environment;
iii. Using only Tamarack Solar parts and installer-supplied parts as specified
by Tamarack Solar. Substitution parts may void the warranty;
iv. Ensuring safe installation of all electrical aspects of the PV array; and
v. Ensuring correct and appropriate design parameters are used in determining
the design loading used for the specific installation. Parameters, such as
snow loading, wind speed, exposure and topographic factor should be confirmed
with the local building official or a licensed professional engineer.
Warranty Information
Tamarack Solar warrants each Mounting Structure to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for ten (10) years from the date of first purchase
(“Warranty Period”), when installed properly and used for the purpose for
which it is designed, except for the finish, which shall be free from visible
peeling, or cracking or chalking under normal atmospheric conditions for a
period of three (3) years, from the earlier of 1) the date the installation of
the Product is completed, or 2) 30 days after the purchase of the Product by
the original Purchaser (“Finish Warranty”). The Finish Warranty does not apply
to any foreign residue deposited on the finish.
All installations in corrosive atmospheric conditions are excluded. The Finish
Warranty is VOID if the practices specified by AAMA 609 & 610-02 – “Cleaning
and Maintenance for Architecturally Finished Aluminum” (www.aamanet.org) are
not followed by Purchaser for Tamarack Solar’s aluminum based products. The
warranty covers the replacement cost of parts to repair the product to proper
working condition. Transportation and incidental costs associated with
warranty items are not reimbursable. The warranty does not cover normal wear,
or damage resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, negligence, or
accident, or typographical errors in instruction manuals. The Warranty does
not cover any defect that has not been reported in writing to Tamarack Solar
within ten (10) days after discovery of such defect. Furthermore, it does not
cover units that have been altered, or repaired without written authorization
from the manufacturer or its authorized representative, or units used in a
manner or for a purpose other than that specified by the manufacturer.
Tamarack Solar’s entire liability and Purchaser exclusive remedy, whether in
contract, tort or otherwise, for any claim related to or arising out of breach
of the warranty covering the Mounting Structures shall be correction of
defects by repair, replacement, or credit, at Tamarack Solar’s discretion.
Refurbished Mounting Structures may be used to repair or replace the Mounting
Structures
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or property resulting from any cause, whatsoever, or any claims or demands
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