Tamarack Solar UNI-SA/26 Single Arm Pole Mount Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Tamarack Solar
Table of Contents
Single Arm Pole Mount
Installation Manual
2018 Edit on v1.03
For modells:
UNI‐SA/14
UNI‐SA/21.5
UNI‐SA/26
Introduction
The Single Arm Pole Mount is a simple and universal pole mounting solution for small area solar photovoltaic (PV) needs. With its user-adjustable angle settings, the Single Arm Pole Mount can support installations in a wide range of locations. Panel and pole support varies by model. Single Arm mounts to walls and flat surfaces too.
Customer Support
Tamarack Solar makes every effort to ensure your mounting kit is easy to install. If you need assistance at any point with your installation or have suggestions on how we can improve your experience, call our customer support at 1-800-819-7236 or email us at [email protected].
Tools Required
A wrench and screwdriver that support the following size heads:
Component List
ITEM NO.
| PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION| USED ON \Notes|
QTY.
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1| 51-0627-001| Arm, 14″ Panel Support| UNI-SA/14.0| 1
2| 51-3517-010| Arm, 21.5″ Panel Support| UNI-SA/21.5| 1
3| 51-3517-015| Arm, 26″ Panel Support| UNI-SA/26.0| 1
4| 51-3517-020| Bracket, Pole\ Flat Mounting| ALL UNI-SA| 1
5| 50-8001-051| Clamp, Panel Single Slot| UNI-SA/14 UNI-SA21.5| 2
6| 50-8001-054| Clamp, Panel Double Slot| UNI-SA/26.0| 2
7| 27-5000-010| Clamp, Hose 1.87″ – 5.0″| ALL UNI-SA| 2
8| 23-2520-050| Bolt, 1/4-20 x .75 SS| QTY 2 UNI-SA/14 UNI-SA21.5| 4
9| 25-2502-000| Washer, flat 1/4 SS| QTY 4 UNI-SA/14 UNI-SA21.5| 8
10| 25-2501-000| Washer, lock 1/4″| QTY 2 UNI-SA/14 UNI-SA21.5| 4
11| 24-2520-440| Nut, 1/4-20 fin hex SS| QTY 2 UNI-SA/ 14 UNI-SA21.5| 4
12| 25-3102-000| Washer, flat 5/16″ SS| ALL UNI-SA| 8
13| 23-3118-021| Bolt, 5/16-18 x .75 SS| ALL UNI-SA| 4
14| 25-3101-000| Washer, lock 5/16″ SS| ALL UNI-SA| 4
15| 24-3118-440| Nut, 5/16-18 fin hex SS| ALL UNI-SA| 4
The following pa arts are used ac cross our “UN I‐SA” Series S Side of Pole mo out and ship w with necessary hardware:
Panel Support Arms (mount specific), 14”, 21 .5” or 26”
Pole or Flat Surface Mounting Bracket
Banding Clamp (2x)
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Panel Clamps (2x, mount specific 11 or 2 holes)
1/4 to 3/8” Lag Bolts and flat washers
(Optional, for Fla at Wood Surfa ace Mounting)
Step 1. Mounting Arm to PV Module
A. With the arm oriented as shown, insert 1/4-20 x 3/4″ bolt, washer, and PV
module clamp through each slot. ( bent end of clamp facing the middle of the
arm )
Place a flat washer, lock washer, and hex nut on the end of the bolts and
tighten loosely.
B. Repeat step 1 attaching the remaining clamp to the other slot on the arm.
C. Lay the PV Module face-down on a protected flat surface.
Center the arm on the back of the panel as shown and position the clamps under
the edges of the module’s flange.
Make sure that the clamp bolts are resting against the module’s flange
before tightening.
Tighten the clamp bolts to 84 in-lbs (dry).
Installation Manual Single Arm
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Step 2. Attaching Bracket to Pole
A. Un-screw the band clamps to expose the ends to insert them through the
bracket mounting holes.
B. Thread each band clamp through the obround holes and place the bracket on
the pole as shown, insert the end of band clamp back into the clamp adjusting
screw and tighten the banding screws to 35 in-lbs (dry).
When placing the bracket on the pole, ensure that: The flat side of the
bracket is away from the pole, and the end of the bracket with the arm
mounting holes nearest to the edge is up, as in the illustration to the right.
This banding is only compatible with poles ranging from 2.0 inches to 4.5
inches in diameter.
If mounting to a flat surface, such as a wall or square pole, the flat side
of the bracket should be placed against the surface. Make certain to orient
the holes away from the flat surface. Banding is not used in this case. See
page 5 for alternate mounting options.
Step 3. Attaching Panel/Arm Assembly to Bracket
A. Place the panel/arm assembly on the bracket as shown.
B. Insert 5/16-18 x 3/4″ bolt and flat washer from the inside out. Place a
flat washer, lock washer, and hex nut on the outside. This orientation allows
you to tighten the bolt with just one wrench.
C. Adjust the tilt of the panel as desired, and tighten the bolts to 144 in-
lbs (dry).
Alternate mounting options
1“ Sch‐40 pipe with UU‐bolts
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. The warranty does not cover any defect that has not been reported in
writing to Tamarack Solar within ten (10) days after the discovery of such
defect. Furthermore, it does not cover units that have been altered, modified
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 the 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.
Tamarack Solar shall have no liability for any injuries or damages to persons
or property resulting from any cause, whatsoever, or any claims or demands
brought against Tamarack Solar by Purchaser, any employee of Purchaser, a
client of Purchaser, end-user of the Product or other party, even if Tamarack
Solar has been advised of the possibility of such claims or demands
(collectively, “Third Party Claims”). This limitation applies to all materials
provided by Tamarack Solar during and after the Warranty Period.
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