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How to Properly Install a Solar Panel?

Solar energy is the most economic and environment friendly way to heat, get electricity and water with just a little endeavor. It is the preferred way to get sufficient energy for the fulfillment of your daily needs. Solar energy has made the use of solar panels progressively more popular. Solar power system can actually gather the energy from the sun and convert it into renewable energy for your everyday use. This article will highlight a few points you need to consider when installing solar panels.

1. Take Permission from the Local Zone Authorities

Prior to the installation of solar panels, make sure you have permission from the local authorities, as these are banned for domestic use in many cities due to aesthetic reasons.  Contact the local zone authorities of your area to own a license prior to the installation.

2. Decide the Right Place

They are usually installed on rooftops in order to receive the direct and maximum amount of sunlight. It is vital to install the solar panels at a place where it is directly exposed to the sun in order to perform at optimum capacity. The position angles can easily be calculated relying upon the latitude on which they are being installed. Make sure that the structural integrity of the roof can support the hefty panels for your home.

3. Mounting of the Solar Panels on the Roof beam

The next step to installing the solar photovoltaic panels is mounting. Three main varieties of solar panel mounts available are pole mounts, roof-ground mount system, and flush mounts. Using these mounts you can either install these on the roof or affix them as a free standing unit. Generally roof-ground mount system is used to attach the panel to the roof and also provide support to the panel from the bottom. The roof-ground mounts also permits to adjust the system to produce the required power output. Make sure that mounting is placed at a distance of about 48 inches and located directly on top of the roof beam. Each must be mounted to the solar alignment and interrelated properly. Each mounted part must be checked carefully to make sure that they are safe and sound and leak-proof.

4. Anchor the Solar Panels to the Racking System

With the help of a pilot bit, drill a hole in the mounts to keep the rafters together and for preventing splitting. Tie up the base of the mount by using stainless steel lag bolts. The post of the mount should be fixed into the base. Keep in mind to place the roof metal flashing over each of the mounts to prevent the roof from leaking. Connect the solar racks made up of aluminum to the metal rails to complete the racking system. Now attach the panels to the racking system with the help of an adequate hardware. Be sure that both the panels and the racking system are appropriately beached in accordance with the local electrical codes.

5. Setting Up of the Junctions in the Electric Circuit

Finally, interconnect the panels by setting up all the junctions present on the back of each panel and fix the electric wires into their appropriate terminals.  After interconnecting the electric wires, close all open junction boxes.

Your solar panel is installed now and ready for use. You can now switch on the lights and use your own energy source.  Indeed, the solar technology will offer you several years of satisfactory and competent service.

About the Author

Cathy Heckler has 8 years of distinguished experience in solar. Solardelphia design, install and maintain every solar system you see on thier site.

 

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Ground mount installation of a pile-driven solar panel mounting system