REDAR SPMB0001 Solar Solar Panel Mounting Bracket Instruction Manual

REDAR SPMB0001 Solar Solar Panel Mounting Bracket

Solar Panel Mount Bracket

The SPMB0001 Solar Bracket is designed to mount solar panels to sports style crossbars suited and compatible with both Rhino–Rack Vortex crossbars and the Rhino–Rack heavy duty crossbars.
The suitability of this product depends on the vehicle and solar panel used with the mounting bracket. The solar panel can have a maximum thickness of 35 mm (1.3″). The space between the solar panel and crossbar slots must be equal on both sides and between 42 mm (1.6″) to 105 mm (4.1″). At least three mounting holes should be used on each side of the panel. Please refer to the INSTALLATION section on page 5 for more information.
In the instance that your solar panel/roof rack combination does not allow the SPMB0001 to be used, we recommend using the SPMB0002 or SPMB0003 Mounting Brackets as they provide
for a more generic installation.

• SPMB0002 — compatible with REDARCs fixed solar panels and other popular solar panels to an ARB Base Rack and Rhino–Rack Steel Mesh Platform systems.
• SPMB0003 — compatible with REDARCs fixed solar panels to Rhino–Rack Pioneer Platform crossbar.
• SPMB0004 — suited to mount solar panels with Unistrut Series Channel systems and EzyStrut Plain Channel systems.

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION

Save these instructions — this manual contains important safety instructions. Do not install the Solar Brackets unless you have read and understood this manual.

Disclaimer : REDARC accepts no liability for any injury, loss or property damage which may occur from the improper or unsafe installation or use of its products.

SAFETY MESSAGE CONVENTIONS

Safety messages in this manual include a signal word to indicate the level of the hazard as follows:

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to bystanders. Read the message and follow instructions precisely.

CAUTION

• Incorrect mounting can cause the panels to become detached during travel, which causes a safety risk to road users. Ensure that you follow the manual’s instructions
  for correct installation.

• Incorrect installation and mounting of the solar panel can effect the performance of the solar panel.

• Leave adequate clearance around the solar panels to ensure the panels do not become partially shaded when in-use, and to allow access for maintenance of the panels and connections.

• Two people are recommended to safely lift the solar panels assembly above shoulder height (e.g. when lifting onto the roof of a vehicle during installation).

• The Solar Bracket must have a minimum of three bolts attached to the solar panel. Any less will result in unsecure and unsafe mounting and may damage your solar panel during travel.

• All bolts must have at minimum two threads past the end of the nut.

• Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating power tools.

Required tools for installation:

• Philips Head Screwdriver
• 6 mm Allen Key
• Power Drill
• 6.5 mm Drill Bit
• 10 mm Spanner
• Wire brush/file

SOLAR BRACKET PARTS

1. Solar Panel Bracket
   Supplied 2 left and 2 right brackets.

2. M6 S/S Nyloc Nut
   Supplied with 16 nuts.

3. M6 × 12 mm S/S Flat Washer
   Supplied with 16 washers.

4. M6 × 12 mm S/S Philips Bolt
   Supplied with 16 bolts.

5. M8 Channel Nut
   Supplied with 4 nuts.

6. M8 × 16 mm S/S Allen Key Bolt
   Supplied with 4 bolts.

7. M8 × 20 mm S/S Allen Key Bolt
   Supplied with 4 bolts.

8. M8 S/S Spring Washer
   Supplied with 4 spring washers.

9. M8 × 20 mm S/S Flat Washer
   Supplied with 4 flat washers

DIMENSIONS

• 258 mm (12.5″)
• 41.5 mm (1.6″)
• 36 mm (1.4″)
• 50 mm (2.0″)
• 70 mm (2.6″)
• 100 mm (3.9″)
• 170 mm (6.7″)

INSTALLATION

DETERMINE THE MOUNTING POSITION
The Solar Brackets must be bolted and fitted to the solar panel then mounted to the crossbars. Do not install the Solar Brackets to the crossbars first. To determine where to bolt each mounting bracket to the solar panel, measure the distance between the central points of the two crossbars on the vehicle. Use this distance to mark where the brackets need to bolt to the solar panel in order to fit in-between the two central points of the crossbars.

Minimum space between crossbar slots for bracket to be compatible. Ymin = 84 mm + L (3.3″ + L) Maximum space between cross bars for bracket to be compatible. Ymax = 210 mm + L (8.2″ + L) X is the distance between the crossbar slot and the solar panel on either side of the panel. X should be equal on each side and be between 42 mm (1.6″) to 105 mm (4.1″).

DRILL HOLES

Remove the brackets and drill the marked holes on the solar panel, preferably using a 6.5 mm drill bit and stopper depth of 6.5 mm.

CAUTION
The Solar Bracket must have a minimum of three bolts attached to the solar panel. Any less will result in unsecure and unsafe mounting, which may damage your solar panel during travel. Holes should be deburred after drilling with a wire brush or file.

Back of solar panel

ASSEMBLE BRACKETS TO PANEL

Slide the Solar Bracket over the solar panel edge and align it with the drilled holes. Use the Nyloc Nuts, M6 Flat Washers and M6 Bolts supplied to fix the brackets to the solar panel.

CAUTION
Leave adequate clearance around the solar panels to ensure the panels do not become partially shaded when in-use, and to allow access for maintenance of the panels and connections

MOUNT TO CROSSBARS

Lift the solar panel with the attached Solar Brackets into position on the crossbars. Slide the Channel Nut into the crossbar. Next, fit an M8 Bolt through the Spring Washer, Flat Washer and Solar Bracked into the Channel Nut. Apply this fitting to each Solar Bracket to complete the installation. REDARC recommend using the M8 × 16 mm Bolt for Vortex Aero bars and the M8 × 20 mm Bolt for H/D bars.

COMPLETED INSTALLATION

Note : Regularly check the mounting brackets for loose fasteners to avoid damage to the solar panel and the crossbars due to loose connection.

CAUTION
All bolts must have at minimum two threads past the end of the nut.

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY
For full warranty terms and conditions, visit the Warranty page of the REDARC website. Refer to the web address and contact details applicable to your region.

North America
www.redarcelectronics.com/warranty REDARC Corporation c/o Shallco, Inc. 308 Component Dr. Smithfield, NC 27577 USA

• USA +1 704-247-5150
• Canada +1 604-260-5512
• Mexico +52 558-526-2898

References

• REDARC : Automotive Electronics, DC Charging & Brake Control
• REDARC : Automotive Electronics, DC Charging & Brake Control
• Product Warranty Details– REDARC
• Product Warranty Details– REDARC

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