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CITY OF CUPERTINO BUILDING PERMIT BUILDING ADDRESS: 1131 KENTWOOD AVE CONTRACTOR: QUALITY FIRST HOME PERMIT NO: 13020158 IMPROVEMENTS OWNER'S NAME: ELANGOVAN SHANMUGAN 6545 SUNRISE BLVD STE 202 DATE ISSUED: 02282013 OWNER'S PHONE: 4085079067 CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610 PHONE NO: (916).788-2921 ❑ LICENSED CONTRACTOR'S DECLARATION JOB DESCRIPTION: RESIDENTIAL IJ COMMERCIAL 13 9-75- 777 INSTALL 5 PV PANELS ON EXISTING SFDWL ROOFTOP License Class _ Lia N II Contractor Q�w': h'� Y••ry � I�1hp� Date Z Zg 1 S 1KW 1 hereby affirm that I am licensed under the provisions of Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000) of Division 3 of the Business & Professions Code and that my license is in full force and. effect. I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury one of the following two declarations: I have and will maintain a certificate of consent to self -insure for Worker's Compensation, as provided for by Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the performance of the work for which this permit is issued. Sq. Ft Floor Area: Valuation: $8855 I have and will maintain Worker's Compensation Insurance, as provided for by APN Number: 35931011.00 Occupancy Type: Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the performance of the work for which this permit is issued. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION I certify that I have read this application and state that the above information is PERMIT EXPIRES IF WORK IS NOT STARTED correct. I agree to comply with all city and county ordinances and state laws relating DAYS OF PERMIT ISSUANCE WITHIN 1 0 NCE OR to building construction, and hereby authorize representatives of this city to enter upon the above mentioned property for inspection purpose's. (We) agree to save 180 DAY OM LAST CALLED INSP CTION. indemnify and keep harmless the City of Cupertino against liabilities, judgments, costs, and eth ich may accrue against said City in consequence of the Issued by: Date: 3 granting of this p iL Additionally, the applicant understands and will comply with all non.poio so ice regulation r the Cupertino Municipal Code, Section RE -ROOFS: 9.18. i Signature Date z All roofs shall be inspected prior to any roofing material being installed. If a roof is --- installed without first obtaining an inspection, I agree to remove all new materials for inspection. ❑ OWNER -BUILDER DECLARATION Signature of Applicant: Date: I hereby affirm that 1 am exempt from the Contractor's License Law for one of the following two reasons: ALL ROOF COVERINGS TO BE CLASS "A" OR BETTER 1, as owner of the property, or my employees with wagbs as their sole compensation, will do the work, and the structure is not intended or offered for sale (Sec.7044, Business & Professions Code) 1, as owner of the property, am exclusively contracting with licensed contractors to HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE construct the project (Sec.7044, Business & Professions Code). I have read the hazardous materials requirements under Chapter 6.95 of the California Health & Safety Code, Sections 25505, 25533, and 25534. I will I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury one of the following three maintain compliance with the Cupertino Municipal Code, Chapter 9.12 and the declarations: Health & Safety Code, Section 25532(a) should I store or handle hazardous I have and will maintain a Certificate of Consent to self -insure for Worker's material. Additionally, should 1 use equipment or devices which emit hazardous Compensation, as provided for by Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the air contaminants as defined by the Bay a Air Quality Management District I performance of the work for which this permit is issued. will maintain compliance with the Cup tido M paI Code, Chapter 9.12 and I have and will maintain Worker's Compensation Insurance, as provided for by Code, for the for which this the Health & Safety Code, Sections 25 0 , 25 a d 25534. ab t 3 Section 3700 of the Labor the performance of work Owner or authorized agent: Date? permit is issued. - I certify that in the performance of the work for which this permit is issued, I shall not employ any person in any manner so as to become subject to the Worker's CONSTRUCTION LENDING AGENCY Compensation laws of California. If, after making this certificate of exemption, I become subject to the Worker's Compensation provisions of the Labor Code, I must I hereby affirm that there is a construction lending agency for the performance of forthwith comply with such provisions or this permit shall .be deemed revoked. work's for which this permit is issued (Sec. 3097, Civ C.) Lender's Name APPLICANT CERTIFICATION Lender's Address I certify that I have read this application and state that the above information is correct. I agree to comply with all city and county ordinances and state laws relating to building construction, and hereby authorize representatives of this city to enter upon the above mentioned property for inspection purposes. (We) agree to save ARCHITECT'S DECLARATION indemnify and keep harmless the City of Cupertino against liabilities, judgments, costs, and expenses which may accrue against said City in consequence of the I understand my pins shall be used as public records. granting of this permit. Additionally, the applicant understands and will comply with all non -point source regulations per the Cupertino Municipal Code, Section Licensed Professional 9.18. Signature Date CUPERTINO ALTERNATIVE ENERGY PERMIT APPLICATION AE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT • BUILDING DIVISION 10300 TORRE AVENUE • CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255 2V (408) 777-3228 • FAX (408) 777-3333 • buildinG(a)cupertino.orG 3a PROJECT ADDRESS 11 31 iJ (1 A G I �( �}J APN9359 3 I I U I I OWNER NAMEr c PHONE 0/o�I -� o - 906) E-MAILedI 1 ed6n IV5w 5 2 4) STREET ADDRESS 1131 CITY, STATE, ZIP'JI e��.o FAX CONTACT NAME n I Seg KAcAI:„ PHONE 4p8 I• 4v2 S� cLl7n �a) YifN a STREET ADDRESSll S 1/t4or Aug CITY, STATE, ZIP/-- n1 1 J� FAX OWNER 11 OWNER -BUILDER ❑ OWNERAGENT ❑ CONTRACTOR 0'CONIRACTORAGENT ARCHITECT ❑ ENGINEER ❑ DEVELOPER ❑ TENANT CNu OR NAM+ &1M N L 'j LICENSE LICENSE NUMBER075 77Z LICENSETYPE 15 LIC# COMPANY NAME <�I� a�� E-MAIL FAX STREETADDRESSJC'-q 5�^r�5v �'J II. �/ CITY, STATE,ZTP^'-+N5 l/ I -}e PHONEI-4^-154-7gj4 C ARCHITECT/ENGINEER NAME LICENSENUMBER BUS. LIC#U`^' COMPANY NAME &MAIL FAX STREET ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP PHONE USE OF ❑ SFD or Duplex ❑ Multi -Family STRUCTURE: ❑ Commercial PROJECf IN WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE AREA ❑ Yes ❑ NO PROJECTIN FLOODZONE ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑SOLAR PANELS ❑ ELECTRIC VEMCLECHARGING STATION ❑ SOLARWATERHEATMG ❑ OTHER: FORSOLARPANELS: NUMBER OF PANELS/MTS: KILOtA.TTS(COMMERCIAL ONLY): I TOTAL VALUATIONQ56 v DESCRIPTIONOFWORK 1A 54A � Li5 Nn e�5 'n CA fvaf, - M:crDl,1ve' el'S By my signature below, I certify to each of the f911ow am ft-propclV owner or authorized agent to act on the pr rty owner's behalf. I have read this application and the inforrnation I have provided i erect. I have read the DZ's iption of Work and verify it is accurate I gree to POMply with all applicable local ordinances and state laws relating to bui ingc nstmction. I authorize reprgsanditives of Cupertino to enter the aboyetid ntified p operty for inspection purposes. Signature of ApplicanNAgent: Date: SUPPLE ATION REQUIRED IF 1 � t 5#'µ EtYifSS'Yii :,, PVApp_2011.doc revised 03/16/11 cow, -7CITY OF CUPERTINO FORMFF.F, ESTIMATOR — BUILDING DIVISION INADDRESS: 1131 kentwood DATE: 02/28/2013 REVIEWED BY: mendez Dec.. Plan Check APN: I BP#: I `VALUATION: *PERMIT TYPE: Building Permit PLAN CHECK TYPE: Alteration / Repair PRIMARY SFD or Duplex USE: I Heck Insp. Fee PENTAMATION -RES PERMIT TYPE: SOLAR A WORK install 5 pv panels on existing sfdwl rooftop SCOPE J NOTE. This estimate does not includefees due to other Departments (i.e. Planning, Public worKs, sere, Sanitary sewer DisfficrSchmii District etc ' These ees are based on the nrolindna information available and are onlv an estimate- Contact the Dept for addnl info. FEE ITEMS /Fee Resolution 11-053 Eff Zj/U2 FEE Nfech. Plan Check Plumb. Plan Check Dec.. Plan Check IMe& Permil Fee: I Plumb. Permit Pew; -1- Flex, Pe"'nif Fee: 0dier Ale, h. Insp. Other Plumb Insp. ET Other Elm Insp. Ej I Heck Insp. Fee Plumb. Insp. Fee: Elec. Insp. Fee: NOTE. This estimate does not includefees due to other Departments (i.e. Planning, Public worKs, sere, Sanitary sewer DisfficrSchmii District etc ' These ees are based on the nrolindna information available and are onlv an estimate- Contact the Dept for addnl info. FEE ITEMS /Fee Resolution 11-053 Eff Zj/U2 FEE EMS Plan Check Fee: $om F-17 # Alternative Energy System $219.OoFPH0T0VR7ES Photovoltaic System Suppl. PC Fee: (F) Reg.. 0 OT 0.0 hrs $0.00 PME Plan Check: $0.00 Permit Fee: $0.00 Suppl. Insp. Fee,.O Reg. 60T 0.0 hrs $0.00. PME Unit Fee.: $0.00 PME Permit Fee: $0.00 Construction Tax: Administrative Fee: 0 Work Without Permit? 0 Yes Q No $0.00 Advanced Planning F=. $0.00 Select a Non -Residential Building or Structure 77� G -0 A Travel Documentation Fees: Strong Motion Fee* IBSEISMCR $0.89 Select an Administrative Item Bldg Stds Commission Fee: IBCBSC $1.00, '1 ; ��j $1.891 $219.0 1 "T OTAL 0 $220.89 Revised: 01/01/2013 r 1.0 KW AC GRID -TIED PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR SYSTEM S. SODA Main Service Panel 0 4' MAX SPAN BETWEEN ROOF MOUNTS 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 System 1 1 # of Solar Panels 5 1 1 If of Points of Connection with the roof 10 I Panel Weight Calculation 1 FEB 28 [013 Solar Panel Weight(Ibs) 44.1 lbs 1 Mounting System Weight (lbs) 41.9 lbs 1 Total Panel Weight+ Mounting System Weight 262 1 1 Point Load Calculation DATE: 2/15/2013 SHEET SOF 2 Point Load (Total Panel Weight / If of Points of Connection) ® lbs Distributed Load Calculation . Solar Panel Area (Length" x Width") / 144 18.1 Sq. Ft. Solar Panel Area(#Panels)x Solar Panel Area Inter-Sanel (Inches) 90.3 Inc es•fit 1 Inches OFFICE COP' Total Spacing Area pacing Area 1 -Total Total Panel Area (Total Solar Panel Area +Total Spacing Area) 91.3 Sq. Ft. Distributed Load (Total Panel Wt / Total Panel Area) ® lbs./sf 4' MAX SPAN BETWEEN ROOF MOUNTS 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1131 KENTWOOD AVE. 1 1 SAN JOSE DRAWN BY: M. KAHOLOKULA 1 1 916-300-8479 MKAHOLOKU LA@QUAUTYFIRSTHOM E.COM 1 I 1 1 1 1 DATE: 2/15/2013 SHEET SOF 2 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 PV MOUNT; ATTACHED WITH 2 - 5/16" X 2-1/2" LAGS ALUMINUM SOLAR RACKING ...... 2x4" ENGINEERED TRUSSES ON 24" CENTERS ENGINEERED ROOF TRUSSES - UPPER CHORD AT 24" O.C. ROOFING MATERIAL: COMP ROOFING TILT: 20 DEGREES DUNTING DETAILS: PANELS MOUNTED ON ALUMINUM RACKING PV ARRAY MOUNTS TO ROOF STRUCTURE WITH 5/16" LAGS MIN 2-1/2" EMBEDMENT INTO TRUSSES UUPERTINO Building Department FE -9 2 8 2013 CODE Reviewed By: l+PN ygly11 ) CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE RELEVANT SAN 105E AMMENDMENTS AND LOCAL ORDINANCES APPLY 1.0 KW AC SOLAR SYSTEM 5 ND-240QCI SHARP MODULES 5 M215-611-2LL-S2X ENPHASE MICRO -INVERTERS 0 30A / 240V EATON (DG221URB) AC DISCONNECT 227 ARRAY TRUE AZIMUTH: 20 ARRAYTILTANGLE: SCOPE TRAY TO BE INSTALLED ON A COMP TILE ROOF, 3-6 INCHES FROM ROOF RFACE. SYSTEM COMPONETS INCLUDE: 5 ND-24DQCI SHARPMODULESAND 5 M215-60-2LL-S2XENPHASEMICRO-INVERTERS QUALITY FIRST HOME IMPROVEMENTS SITE PLAN 6545 SUNRISE BLVD, CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610 ROOF -MOUNTED (FLUSH) PV SYSTEM ELANGOVAN 916-788-2921CUSTOMER: LICENSE # 875772 ADDRESS: 1131 KENTWOOD AVE. CITY: SAN JOSE DRAWN BY: M. KAHOLOKULA PHONE: 408-517-9067 916-300-8479 MKAHOLOKU LA@QUAUTYFIRSTHOM E.COM SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV CHECKED BY: SCALE NTS DATE: 2/15/2013 SHEET SOF 2 MANUFACTURER BRANCH CIRCUIT #1 5 INVERTERS IN BRANCH CIRCUIT MAN. MICRO -INVERTER S 1 BLACK 1 RED I WHITE 1 GREEN :ONDUCTOR S12E: #10AWG MIN :ONDUCTOR TYPE: PV WIRE OR USE -2 1. INSTALLER TO BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE PHYSICAL PROOF THAT PANELS INSTALLED IN FIELD MATCH THOSE SPECIFIED ON PLANS 2. AC& DC SIDE GROUNDING. ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR TO BE BONDED PER ART 690.47, AND MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ART. 250.64. 3. BONDING JUMPERS REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN CONTINUITY BETWEEN SOURCE OF OUTPUT CIRCUIT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR WHILE PV EQUIPMENT 15 REMOVED PER ART. 690.49. 4. PROVIDE SYSTEM LABELS AND WARNING FOR DC DISCONNECT, AC DISCONNECT AND INVERTER. LABELS TO BE AFFIXED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION. MTA OUTPUT POWER - 1075 W I 1OPERATING VOLTAGE - 240 V ICH OPERATING CURRENT BUS BAR RATING' - A MAX OPERA TING VOLTAGE = 264 V ICH OVERCURRENT PROTECTION - 5:63;. :--A OPERATING CURRENT. - - 4.5 - A INAL OPERATINGtVDLTAGE" , _ 211-:244..:.V, A MAX OPERATIttG CURRENT - - .5:61<.. A A This Is <= 120% 120 A R MIN. REQUIRED WITH WATERPROOF OR OTHER APPROVED TERMINATION :ONDUIT SIZE & TYPE: 3/4" EMT CONDUIT :ONDUCrOR SIZE: #10AWG MIN. :ONDUCTOR TYPE: THWN-2 OR RHW-2 DUMBER OF CONDUCTORS: Y RED 1 WHITE 1 GREEN) WOUNDING ELECTRODE SIZE: #SAWGMIN TRODE CONDUCTOR #8 AWG MIN EXISTING UTILITY SERVICE MAIN OCPD SOLAR OCPD F MAIN GROUNDING ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR (#8 MIN) INSTALLED PER ART. 250.64 CUPE�RTINQ Building napartin@Tit FE" 2 8 2013 GWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE Reviewed By: h4_0t1 QUALITY FIRST HOME IMPROVEMENTS One -Line Standard Electrical Diagram 6545 SUNRISE BLVD, CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610 for Small -Scale, Single -Phase PV Systems CUSTOMER: ELANGOVAN 916-788-2921 BUS BAR RATING' - 100 A MAIN SERVICE OCPD 100 A 20% BACKFEED ALLOWED 20 A SOLAR BREAKER 20 A 120% of BUS BAR RATING 120 A This Is <= 120% 120 A EXISTING UTILITY SERVICE MAIN OCPD SOLAR OCPD F MAIN GROUNDING ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR (#8 MIN) INSTALLED PER ART. 250.64 CUPE�RTINQ Building napartin@Tit FE" 2 8 2013 GWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE Reviewed By: h4_0t1 QUALITY FIRST HOME IMPROVEMENTS One -Line Standard Electrical Diagram 6545 SUNRISE BLVD, CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA 95610 for Small -Scale, Single -Phase PV Systems CUSTOMER: ELANGOVAN 916-788-2921 LICENSE # 875772 ADDRESS: 1131 KENTWOOD AVE. JOB NUMBER: SJSSOL-768 CITY: SANJOSE PHONE: 408-517-9067 DRAWN BY: M. KAHOLOKULA SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV 916300-8179 MKAHOLOKULACDQUALITYFIRSTHOME.COM ISCALE NTS DATE: 10/5/2012 ISHEET 2OF2 CHECKED BY: SHARP solar electricity 240 WATT MULTI-PURPOSE MODULE ND-240QCJ MULTI-PURPOSE 240 WATT MODULE FROM THE WORLD'S TRUSTED SOURCE FOR SOLAR. Using breakthrough technology, made possible by nearly 50 years of proprietary research and development, Sharp's ND-2400CJ solar module incorporates an advanced surface texturing process to increase light absorption and improve efficiency. Common applications include commercial and residential grid -tied roof systems as well as ground mounted arrays. Designed to withstand rigorous operating conditions, this module offers high power output per square foot of solar array. Business leaders install this module in large commercial applications, demonstrating financial astuteness and environmental stewardship. ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE High module efficiency for an outstanding balance of size and weight to power and performance. ,E POSITIVE POWER TOLERANCE RRRCoBnt on Sharp to deliver all the watts you pay for r wltFafaguaranteed minimum peak power rating of 240 W. Individual modules could test up to5%higher. FE3 FOR ied % RELIABLE 240 WATT ND-240GCJ Module output cables: 12 AWG PV Wire Dimensions (AX Bx Ctotherighn 39.1'X64.6-XIa-/994x1640x46mm hie .16, 0 h+(G) ,,- I_„ELEC-T�RjCAL,CHARACTERIST_1C5 _ -- Maximum Power (Pmaz)' 240 W Tolerance of Pmaz +5%/-0% PTC Rating 216.4 W Type of Cell Polycrystalline silicon Cell Configuration 60 in series Open Circuit Voltage (Voc) 37.5 V Maximum Power Voltage (Vpm) 29.3 V Short Circuit;Current(ISO 8.75 A Maximum Power Current (Ipm) 8.19 A .Module:Ef(iclencY,(%) - _ 14.7% Maximum System (DC) Voltage 600 V I Series Fuse Ratfng, - 15rA.. NOCT 475°C Temperature .Coefficient (Pmaz) -0:485%/°C Temperature Coefficient (Voc) -0.36%/aC Temperature:coefficient (Isc) 0.053%/°C 'Illumination of 1 kAl (1 Sun) at S,Clral thShlbuhon of AM 1.5 (ASTM E892 global Spectral irradiance) at a Cell temperature of 25-C Dimensions (AX Bx Ctotherighn 39.1'X64.6-XIa-/994x1640x46mm hie .16, 0 h+(G) ,,- i433 /»oo mm. X12 Output Interconnect Cable. AWG with SMK Locking Connector Wel9ft ---4791bs / 190149 Max Load 50 psf (2400 Pascals) Opelatmg Temperature (ceN --<-90,to 194 F /,x;.40 to 80PE --pv wire per IR 5ubiect 4703 UL Listed UL 1703 d 4i f -,-,Etre 'SRating -Class C 25 -year limited warranty on power output Contact Sharp for complete warranty information caviar, ... hiultd ca<m"s ale suge< I: than'. wnhcu: neece Sharp is a re9dt.od bedemmk of Sharp C..psmbon All other trademarks ere mop ItY of their rrilo lov.OW ^Pri. COV., OhotO $olar,n5lallailo^ or Pe:lhE OaV/E Merrill.—enl Auburn CA SHARP, DIMENSIONS BACK VIEW SIDE VIEW e C A a C D E 391'/994mm 64.6716anmm LF -/46 mm law' /365 Cent 3:9-/100 mm F G. 37.7'/959 mm 433-/11W mm Contact Sharp for tolerance Specifications Sharp solar modules are manufactured in the United States and Japan, and qualify as "American” goods under the "Buy American" clause of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 5700 NW Pacific Rim Boulevard, Camas, WA 98607 1 -800 -SOLAR -06 • Email: sharpsolar@sharpusa.com wiew.sharpusa.com/solar 02472 Sbarp Elecmil Corporalion All rights reserved. 11L-105 • PC -0342 [e] ENPHASE MICROINVERTER M215 The Enphase Energy Microinverter System improves energy harvest, increases reliability, and dramatically simplifies design, installation and management of solar power systems. The Enphase System includes the microinverter, the Envoy Communications Gateway, and Enlighten, Enphase's monitoring and analysis software. - Maximum energy production PRODUCTIVE - Resilient to dust, debris and shading - Performance monitoring per module System availability greater than 99.8% RELIABLE _ No single point of system failure SMART Quick & simple design, installation and management - 24/7 monitoring and analysis SAFE Low voltage DC - Reduced fire risk @16 C us MICROINVERTER TECHNICAL DATA .t Recommended maximum input power(STC) 260W Maximum input DC voltage 45V Peak power tracking range 22V -36V Operating range 16V -36V MinJMax. startvaltage 26AV145V Max. DC short circuit current 15A Max. input current 105A s Maximum output power 215W 215W Nominal output current 1.0 A` 09 Ae Nominal voltage/range 208V/183V-229V 24OV1211V-264V Extended voltage/range 20BW17W-232V 240V/206V-269V Nominal frequency/range 60.0/593.605 60.0/593.6115 Extended frequency/range 60.0/59.2.60.6 60.0/59.2.60.6 Power factor >0.95 >0.95 Maximum units per 20A branch circuit 25 (three phase) 17 (single phase) Maximum output fault current 1.05 Arms, over3 cycles; 252 Apeak, 1.74ms duration 'Arm at nominal voltage 1 CEC weighted efficiency 96.0% Peak Inverter efficiency 963% Static MPPT efficiency (weighted, reference EN 50530) 99.8% Dynamic MPPTeMciency(fast irradiation changes,reference EN50530) 99.9% Night time power consumption 46mW i Ambient temperature range -40-Cto+65eC Operating temperature range (internal) -40eCto+BSaC Dimensions (WxHxD) 173 cm x 16.4 cm x 25 cm (6.B' x 6.450 x 1.01e Weight 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) Cooling Natural convection- no fans Enclosure environmental rating Outdoor - NEMA 6 'without mounting bracket Compatibility Pairs with most 60 -cell PV modules Communication Power line Warranty 25 -year limited warranty Compliance UL1741 /IEEEl547, FCC Part 15 Class B CAN/CSA-C222 NO. D -M91, 0.4-04, and 107.1-01 Enphase Energy, Inc. rsnaaic 201 1st Street, Petaluma, CA 94952 8777974743 www.enpliase.com ® Primed on 700 Percent mcydod paper. QuickMount PV' SPECIFICATION SHEET QuickMount PV TM is an all -in -one waterproof flashing and mount to anchor photovoltaic racking systems to a new or existing roof. It is made in the USA of aluminum and includes stainless steel hardware. It works with all standard racks, installs seamlessly and Is a better low -profile mount. Flat Washer (B) 1" x 5/16"' Rubber Gasket 60 durometer EP Sealing Washer (A) 3/4" x 5/16' Hanger Bolt '5/16" x 6" 1-1/2" Machine, 1-1/2" Spacer, E Mount fit Flashing Aluminum Mount 2-1/401 x 1-1/4"w x 1-1/4 Flashing .05" thick. For standard composition roofs: flashing Is 12' mount Is attached 3" off center. definition cut composition, or shE flashing is 18"x 18", mount is at___..__ 3" off center. For flat applied roofing during Installation of roof: flashing is 18" x 1811, mount is attached in the center. Lag pull-out (withdrawal) capacities (lbs) in typical lumber: Douglas Mr, Lards Douglas Fir, South Engelmann Spruce, Lodgepole Pine (MSR 1650 IF & higher) Hem, Flr Hem, Mr. (North) Southern Pine Spruce, Pine, Mr Spruce, Pine, Fir (E of 2 million psi and higher grades of MSR and MEL) PareniPmding Lag screw specifications Specific 5/160 shaft* 5/160shaft* gravity 3" thread depth per 1" thread depth .50 798 266 .46 705 235 .46 705 235 .43 636 212 .46 705 235 .55 921 307 .42 615 205 .50 798 Sources: Uniform Building Coda; American Wood Council Notes: 1) Thread must be embedded Ina rafter or othersiructural roof member. 2) Pullrout values Incorporate a 1.6 safety factor recommended by the American Wood council. 3) See UBC far required edge distances. •Use flat washers with lag crews. 266 108 Crest Avenue N Alamo, CA 94507-2646 Toll Freer (800) 998-6059 Phone: (925) 935-7811 Fax: (925) 935-7877 Email: info( Duickrackoy.com www,quickrackpv.com Nuts I&MOSlaPEORM INSTALTION INSTRUCTIONS QuickMount PV - TOOLS NEEDED Measuring tape, roofer's flat bar, chalk line, stud finder, caulking gun with roofing sealant, drill with 1/4" long bit, drill with 1/2" deep socket. 1. LOCATE RAFTER Using horizontal and vertical chalk lines to align hole for placement of each QuickMount 2. DRILL PILOT HOLE Using drill with 1/4" long bit, drill pilot hole through roof and rafter, taking care to drill square to the roof. 3. LIFT TILE Lift composition roof tyle with roofers flat bar, Just above placement or QuickMount. QUICKMOUNT FLASHING AND BLOCKr 4. SEAL HOLE Using caulking gun with roofing sealant, squeeze a dab of roofing sealant into hole. =—NUT —(B) WASHER ldll�—BLACK GASKET PATENT PENDING (800) 998-6059 S. SLIDE QUICKMOUNT INTO PLACE Lift comp tile and slide QuickMount into place. 6. SET HANGER BOLT, smaller WASHER (A) & NUT Using drill with deep socket, set with washer (A) and then nut, tighten into place. 7. ADD RUBBER GASKET Push black gasket into place flush with top of QuickMDunt block. 8. SET RACK INTO PLACE larger WASHER (B) & NUT Using drill with 1/2." deep socket, set up rack with washer (B) and then nut, tighten into place. March 15, 2011 UniRac 1411 Broadway Boulevard NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102-1545 TEL: (505) 242-6411 FAX: (505) 242-6412 Attn.: Engineering Department, Rc: Engineering Certification for UniRac's SolarMount Code -Complaint Installation Manual 227.3 PZSE, Inc: Structural Engineers has reviewed Uniltac's "SolarMount Code -Complaint Installation Manual 227.3" published October 2010 and specifically "Part I. Procedure to Determine the Design Wind Load", and "Part II: Procedure to Select Rail Span and Rail Type". The procedures are used to determine the calculation of the design wind force, load combinations, applied loading and rail selection. All information, data and analysis contained within the Installation Manual are based on, and comply with the following: 1. 2009 International .Building Code. by International Code Council, Inc., 2009 2. 2010 Califonria Buildin¢ Code by California Building Standards Commission, 2011 3. 2010 Aluminum Design Manual: by The Aluminum Association This letter certifies that the structural calculations contained within UniRac's "SolarMount Code -Complaint Installation Manual 227.3 are incompliance with the above Codes. If you hive any questions on the above, do not hesitate to call. Paul Zacher, SE - President 8137 %ml Avenue, Suile 120 • Ieir Cob, IA 95620 # 916.961.3960 • 916.961.3965 f • WWWRSUOM So MoUNU Code-Compliant Installation Manual 227:3 UBSDes.Pamn[NO.D496g48Sr D496r2495. C4etpaoeotspending. . Table of Contents LInstaller's Responsibilities................................................................. 2 PartL Procedure to Determine the Design Wind Load...........................................3 Part D. Procedure to Select Rail Span and Rail Type.............................................10 Part III. Installing SolarMount [3.1.] SolarMount rail components ................................................14 [3.2.1 Installing SolarMountwith top mounting damps...............................15 [3.3.] Installing SolarMount with bottom mounting clips ............................. 21 [3.4.]Installing Solarldount with grounding dips and lugs ............................25 ::�UNIRAC A HILTI GROUP COMPANY Union wowntw input mnsrning The aas¢ney and uw-frimdlInca of this publiradon PIeasewrile to pubaedanr@imhmm n. OUNIRAC UnfracCode-CompliantlnstallatfonManual SolarMount Part III. Installing SolarMount The Unirac Code -Compliant Installation Instructions support applications for building permits for photovoltaic arrays using Unirac PV module mounting systems. This manual, SolarMount planning and Assembly, governs installations using the SolarMount and SolarMount HD (Heavy Duty) systems. [3.1.] SolarMount raft components O Rail — supports Pvmodules. Use.twoper row of modules Aluminum extrusion; anodized. © Rail splice—Joins and elignatailseed onsinmsingle length of rail. It can form eithera rigid or thermal expansionjoint,ainches longipredrIDed. Aluminum extrusion, anodized. Self-driWngscrew-(No:1ox34)--Use,tperrigid splice or2per expanatonjolm Galvanized steel. L-foot—Use to sectaendis elther;throughmofing materia) to buflding*uqu,teorstandoffa. lieferto loading tables for spacing: Note: Please contact Untrac for use and specification ofdouble Woof L-footbolt (3/8" x VCM — Use one par L-foottosecure rail to L -foot Stainlesssteel. Flange nut (3/n -Use one perl.-foot to seem rail to L -foot. StainlesssteeL Flattop standoff (optional)'(3/8" —Use standoffs to increase the height of.the or* above'thesmface of the roofortoallowfortheuse:affleahipgs. Useoneper L -foot. One piece: Service Condition 4, (verysevere) zinc -plated -welded steel. Includes 3/8"x: W boltwith .a• 14 A m F41n4. SolarMamrstandard rafteomponents. lock washerfor attaching L -foot. Flashings:Useoneper standoff. Unitac offers appropriate flashings for both standoff types. Note: There is also a flange type standoff that does not require an L -foot. 0 Aluminum two-piece standoff (optional) (4" and 7") — Use one per L -foot. 71vo-piece: Aluminum extrusion. Includes 3/8"x 3/4" serrated flange bolt with EPDM washer forattaching L -foot, and two 5/16" lag bolts. O Lag screw for L -foot (5/16' —Attaches standoff to raker. 4' 7bp Mounting clamps 4) Top Mounting Grounding Clips and Lugs Installer supplied ruaterlals: • Lag screw forL-foot—AttachesL-foot or standoff to rafter. Determine the length and diameter based on pull- outvalues If lag strew head Is exposed to elements, use stainless steel. Under flashinA zinc plated hardware is adequate. Waterproof roofing sealant—Use a sealant appropriate to your roofing material. Consult with the company currently providing warranty of roofing. SolarMount Unimi: Code-CompliantlnstallationManual OUNIRAC [3.2.] Installing SolarMount with top mounting clamps This section covers SolarMount rack assemblywhere the installer has elected to use top mounting clamps to secure modules to the rails. It details the procedure for flush mounting SolarMount systems to apitched roof. Figure 5. Eiplodedview of ajiushmount installation mounted with L-fect Table 13. Clamp kit part quantities End Md Wmoduk Y. -x yd- V..")longe Modufes clomps damps damp bogs safety bobs nuts 2 6 2 B 4 8 2 10 6 10 2 12 0 12 2 14 10 14 2 16 12 16 2 18 14 to 2 20 Table 14.Wrenches and torque Wmch Recommended size torque (f 4hr) Y.- hardware 'AC 10 '/: hardware 'Ai 30 iagves mm ddgnondforurc wish mod muroaars r Ali tap down clamps must be installed with and. sefze topreventgallingandprovide uniformity • otclampiomd. UniRacinerecommendsMer Grade loc7firAnd-SefseItem numbers: 98181, 80209,76782,76759,76764, 80206, and 76775, or equivalent 1/4"- 20 hardware used in conjunction with top down damps must be installed to 10 ft-Ibs of torque. When using tIGC-1, UGG2, WEaB 9.s and WE886.9 2/40- 20 hardware mustbe installed to 10ft-lbs oftorque. Additionally, when used with a top down damp, the module frame cross section must be boxed shaped as opposed to a single, I -shaped member. Please refer to installation supplement 910: Galling and Its prevention for more inform ation on galling and and -seise and installation manual 225: 21up Mounting Unirac Grounding Clips and ]PIPM wformore information on Grounding CUps.•' ea• 15 :'a'UNIRAC UniracClode-CompliantlnstailationManual SolazMount [3.2.1] Planning your SoLuMount installations The Installation can be laid outwith railsparallel to the rafters The width of the Installation area equals the length of one or perpendicular to the rafters. Note that SolatMountrags module. make excellent straight edges for doing layouts. The length of the installation area is equal to: Center the installation area over the structural members as • the total width of the modules, much as possible. Leave enough room to safely move around the array during - plus I inch for each space between modules (for mid - dam), installation. Some building codes require minimum clearances around such installations, and the user should be directed to • plus 3 inches Q% inches for each pair of end damps). also check "Phe Code'. Figure 6. Rails maybeploadparaQetorperpendteularto rq ters. 16 SolarMount UniracCode-ConWliantlnstallationManual LNUNIIAC [3.2.2] Laying out L -feet L -feet (Fig. 7) can be used for attachment through existing roofing material, such as asphalt shingles, sheathing or sheet metal to the building structure. Use Figure S or 9 below to locate and mark the position of the L -feet lag screw holes within the installation area. If multiple rows are to be installed adjacent to one another, it is not likely that each row will be centered above the rafters. Figttre 7 Adjust as needed, following the guidelines in Figure 9 as closely as possible. Figure & Layoutwfth rails perpendicular to rci ten. Installing L -feet Drill pilot holes through the roof into the center of the rafter at each L•foot lag screw hole location. Squirt sealant into the hole, and on the shafts of the lag screws. Seal the underside of the L - feet with a suitable sealant. Consultwith the company providing the roofingwarranty. Securely fasten the L -feet to the roof with the lag screws. Ensure that the Weer face as shown in Figure 8 and 9. For greater ventila- tion, the preferred method is to place the single -slatted square side of the L•foot against the roofwith the double -slotted side perpen- dicular to the roof. if the installer chooses to mount the L -foot with the long leg against the roof, the bolt slot closest to the bend must be used. Figure 9. Layoutwfth raga peraltel to miters. - OUNIRAC UniracCode-CompliantlnstallationManual SolarMount [3.2.3] Laying out standoffs Standoffs (Figure 10) amused to increase the height of the array above the surface of the roof. Pair each standoffwith a flashing to seal the lag boat penetrations to the roof. Use Figure 11 or 12 to locate and mark the location of the standoff lag screw holes within the installation area. Remove the file or shake underneath each standoff location, exposing the roofing underleyment. Ensure thatthe standoff base lies flat on the underlayment, but remove no more mate- rial than required for the flashings to be installed properly. 77iestandoffs must befba*&Uadzd to the bulldingsa ucture. F(gure 70. Raised Jlangestandoffileft) andJiat top standoff used in wnjunetion tvlthan L -foot: Overhang 25%L max�✓ fool snef 25%module width a 5 a11,L 1}qtr--r�' each end I °Ja" 1 � tOwNIh trYPi Lowerrooledge 'I - Raters (Building Structure) Noir. Modufnmurtae cenusedsymnwrtoal(ranrhervnr rV z"). ufhb 4 not rha wt� eananboefarnu4tarmt Figure H. Layoutwita mOsperpendieufartoraftmperpcndktdorto rtlflers. Overhang 25%of ,.-/cif 50%8iypk:ait module wldlh(TYPI p `_II, 1W. span "L" •• Lower root edge Overhang 25% L,max Rafte {(Building Slruclure) Nota Modulermtutbe cmteredrymmetrlmayantae Ivan f+/ zq.rt561s northeeua colt trwmcforffnbft Figure 12. Layouttvith milsparaNdto rgftm. M, 18 If multiple high-profile rows are to be installed adjacent to each other, it may not be possible for each raw to be centered above the rafters. Adjust as needed, following the guidelines of Fig. 12 as closely as possible. Installing standoffs: Drill 3/16 inch pilot holes through the underlayment into the center of the rafters at each standoff location. Securely fasten each standoff to the rafters with the two 5/16" lag screws. Ensure that the standoffs face as shown in Figure 11 or 12. Unime steel and aluminum two-piece standoffs 11-5/8" O.D.) are designed for collared )lashings available from Unirac. Install and seal flashings and standoffs using standard building practices or as the company providing roofing warranty directs. SolarMount UniracCode-CompliantlnstallationManual 0:2UNIRAC [3.2.4] Installing SolarMount rails Keep rail slots free of roofing grit or other debris. Foreign matter will cause bolts to bind as they slide in the slots. Installing Splices: If your installation uses SolarMount splice bars, attach the rails together (Fig. 13) before mounting the rails to the footings. Use splice bars only with Rush installations or those that use low -profile tilt legs. Although structural, the joint is not as strong as the rail itself. A rail should always be supported bymare than one footing on both sides of the splice. (Reference installation manual 908, Splices/Expansion Joints.) If usingmore than one splice per rail, contact Unirac concerning thermal expansion issues. Mounting Rails on Footings: Rails may be attached to either of two mounting holes in the 4feet (Fig. 14). Mount in the lower hole for a low profile, more aesthetically pleasing installation. Mount in the upper hole for ahigherprofile, which will maximize airflow under the modules. This will cool them more and may enhance performance in hotter climates. Slide the'/Wrichmounting bolts Into the footing bolt slots. Looselyattach the rails to the footings with the flange nuts. Ensure that the rails are oriented to the footings as shown in Figure 8, 9, 11, or 12, whichever is appropriate. Aligning the Rail End: Align one pair of rail ends to the edge of the installation area (Fig. 15 or Fig. 16). The opposite pair of rail ends will overhang the side of the installation area. Do not trim them off until the installation is complete. If the rails are perpendicular to the rafters (rig. 15), either end of the rails can be aligned, but the first module must be installed at the aligned end. If the rails are parallel to the rafters (Fig. 16). the aligned end of the rails must face the lower edge of the roof. Securely tighten all hardware after alignment is complete (20 ft lbs). Mountmodules to the rails as soon as possible. large temperature changes maybow the rails within a few hours ifmoduleplacementis delayed. Edge of installation area II Figure 15. Rallis perpendicular to the rafters. Clamping / --- bolt slol tMountingi� Footingslots bolt slot �11. Figure 14. Foot-tvra l splice attachment Edge of installation area Figure 16. Rails parallel to the rafters. ,W 19 WUNIRAC UniracCode-CompliantlnstalladonManual SolarMount [3.2.5] Installing the modules Pre -wiring Modules: Ifmodules are the Plug and Play type, no pre-whing is required, and you can proceed directly to "Installing the First Module" below. If modules have standard J -boxes, each module should be pre -wired with one end of the tutermodule cable for ease of installation. Forsafetyreasons, module pte-wiringshould not be performed on the roof. Leave covers off J -boxes. They will be installed when the modules are installed on the rails. Installing the First Module: In high-profile installations, the safety bolt and flange nut must fastened to the module bolt slot at the aligned power) end of each rail. (twillprevent the lower end damps and clamping bolts from dkftg out of the rail slot during installation. If there is a return cable to the inverter, connect it to the first module. close theJ-box cover. secure the first module with T -bolts and end damps at the aligned end of each tell. Allow half an inch between the mit ends and the end clamps (Fig.18). Finger tighten flange nuts, center and align the module as needed, and securely tighten the flange nuts (10 It lbs). Installing the Other Modules: Lay the second module face down (glass to glass) on the first module. Connect intermodule cable to the second module and dose the J -box cover. Tum the second module face up pig. M. WithT-bolts, midalamps and flange nuts, secure the adjacentaides of the Brat and second modules. Align the second module and securely tighten the flange nuts (Fig. 19). For a neat installation, ham :wine management devices to rails with self -drilling screws. Repeat the procedure until allmodules are brstalled. Attach the outside edge of the last module to the tall with end clamps. Trhn off any excess raft, being careful not to cut into the roof. Allow half an inch between the and Clamp and the and of the raft (Fig. 18). Figure 17 Ffgus 38 Fig," 39 lipped module I I II spacer I Ii�O Low-Ipped mooWe (cross section) lad'i Figure 20. Mid clamps andeaddampsforlippedffame modules are Identical. Aspawrfor the end [lamps isneceumy onlytfthe lips are located high on themodule frame. 20 SolarMount Unirac Code-Compliantlnstallation Manual OUN I RAC [3.3] Installing SolarMount with bottom mounting clips This section covers SolarMount rack assembly where the installer has elected to use bottom mounting clamps to secure modules to the rails. It details the procedure for Flush mounting SolarMount systems to a pitched roof. Figure 2I. SMR and ® components Table 15. Wrenches and torque Wrench Recommended sae torque ift4s) %- hardware %i 10 'W hardware Y,- 30 Note:Taque speciftWons do not up* to bt boh connearow. FA Stainlesssted hardware can seise up, aprocess calledgalling. Toaignfaantlyreduceits likelihood, (1) apply lubricant to bolts, preferably an anti -seise lubricant, available at auto parts stores, (2) shade hardware prior to installation, and (3) avoid spinning on nuts at high speed. See Installation Supplement 910, Galling and Its Prevention, atwww.uniraacom. 21 OUNIRAC UniracCode-CompliantlnstauadonManual SolarMount [3.3.1] Planning the installation area Decide on an arrangement for clips, rails, and L -feet (Fig. 22). Use Arrangement if the full width of the rails contacts the module. Otherwise use Arrangement 8: Caution:lfyou chooseArrangementlf, either (1) use the upper mounting holes of the L -feet or (2) be certain that theL-feetand cUp posidona don't cogflict. If rails must be parallel tothe rafters, it unlikely that they can be spaced to match rafters. In that case, add structural supports— either sleepersover the roof or mounting blocks beneathit These additional membersmust meet code, ifin doubt, consult a professional engineer. Never secure the footings to the roof decking alone. Such an arrangement will not meet code and leaves the installation and the roof itself vulnerable to severe damage from wind. Leave enough room to safely move around the array during installation. The width ofarall-modulcassembly equals the length ofonemodule. Note that L-feetmay extend beyond the width of the assembly byasmuch as.2lnches on each side. The length of the assembly equals the total width of the modules. can 22 Dislance between loo boll centers xaax• :wxx• Dlslance between module mounting holes PV module eModuleboll CaP Rall L -loot Log boll Dislonce between log boll cenlets Dislonce between module mounting holes O Figure 22 ClipAmusgementsA andD SolarMount Unirac Code-CompliantInstallation Manual R=UNIRAC [3.3.2] Laying out the installing L -feet L -feet are used for installation through existing low profile roofing material, such as asphalt shingles or sheet metal. They are also used for most ground mount installations. To ensure that the L-feetwill be easily accessible during flush installation: • Use the PV module mounting holes nearest the ends of the modules. • Situate the rails so that footing bolt slots face outward. The single slotted square side of the L -foot must always lie against the roof with the double -slotted side perpendicular to the roof. Footspacing (along the same rail) and rail overhang depend on design wind loads. Install half the L -feet: • If rails are perpendicular to rafters (Fig. 23), install the feet closest to the lower edge of the roof. • If rails are parallel to rafters (Fig. 24), install the feet for one of the rails, but not both. For the L -feet being installed now, drill pilot holes through the roofing into the center of the rafter at each lag strew hole location. Squirt sealant into the hole and onto the shafts of the lag screws. Seal the underside of the L -feet with a sealant. Securely fasten the L -feet to the building structure with the lag screws. Ensure that the L -feet face as shown in Pigure 23 or Figure 24. Hold the rest of the L -feet and fasteners aside until the panels are ready for the installation. I I Il _J � IL_ ii Install Second i� 11 � 11 ii II SolarMoufit Rails II ii y11 I I I T u f InstaB First _JInit— Lower_��__ u u I root tl edge Rafters Frgum2S. Layoutwith milsperpmdicutar to rafters. Raftersy� Install L -Feet First Block Install L -Feet Second Figure24. Layoutwtth ratls paratfei to rajttn w 23 i Figure24. Layoutwtth ratls paratfei to rajttn w 23 e•.=UNIRAC UniracCode-Compliantlnsta ddonManual SolarMount [3.3.3] Attaching modules to the rails Lay the modules for a given panel face down on a surface that will not damage the module glass. Align the edges of the modules and snug them together (fMg.21,page 22), 71 im the rails to the total width of the modules to be mounted. Place a roll adjacent to the outermoundrig holes. Orient the footing bolt slot outward. Place a clip slot adjacent to the mounting holes, following the arrangement you selected earlier. Assemble the clips, mounting bolts, and flange nuts. Torque the flange nuts to 101601 -pounds. [3.3.4] Installing the module -rail assembly Bring the module -mil assembly to the Installation site. Keep rail slots free of debris that might cause bolts to bind in the slots. Consider the weight of a hilly assembled panel.. Unfracrecom. mends safety lines whenever I ftingone to a roof. Align the panel with the previouslymstalled Weet. Sade 3/8 inch L -foot mounting bolts onto the rail and allgri them with the L -feet mounting holm .Attach the panel to the Wear and linger tighten the flange nuts. Rails may be attached to either of two mounting holes in the footings (Fig. 25). Clip slots boll Mounling • Mount in the lower hole for a low, more aethedcally Ffgure2S.rerto-rail attachment pleasing installation. • Or mount in the upperhole to maximize a cooling aidiowtmderthe modules. This may enhance perfor. mance in hotter cUtnates. Adjust the position of the panel as needed to fit the installs - tion area. Slide the remaining L•feetbolts onto the othermil, attach Irfeet, and flngertighten with flange nuts. Align weet with mounting holes previously drilled into the roof. Install lag bolts into remaining L.feet as described in'Saying out and installing Weee above. Torque all footing flange nits to 30 foot-pounds. verify that all lag bolts are securely fastened. 24 Flange MOWN 17iti3 i 11�1F•L � +� �Y t � f ' , L