Composition Shingle Mounting

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4.2 Collector Tilt

Optimal annual efficiency is achieved by tilting the solar collector at an angle that equals your latitude plus an additional 10°. This tilt angle favors the lower winter sun when collector performance is at it’s lowest and minimizes overheating during the hottest summer months.

The solar collectors in a two collector staggered mount installation must be spaced far enough apart to prevent winter shading. Figure 2 and Table 1 show the correct spacing between collectors to prevent shading on December 21, when the sun is at its lowest angle.

4.3 Basic Mounting Procedures

The Rheem solar collector in your Rheem solar system can be mounted in either a vertical or

horizontal orientation on the roof (See Figure 1). Although the collector is protected from freeze conditions by the glycol HTF and does not normally need to be drained, it is still important to slope the collectors just slightly to allow for complete drainage if necessary. The recommended slope is 1/4" per foot of horizontal run.

To ensure proper water drainage from the glazing the collectors must maintain a minimum angle from horizontal of at least 10°. Never mount the collector directly or parallel to a flat roof surface. Use "Solar Strut" tilt mount kits to rack the collectors to the proper angle.

The collector should be mounted as close to the storage tank as possible to minimize heat loss in the piping runs. If the home has attic access, mounting the collectors near the roof peak provides for additional

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