Section 3. TLX106 Instrumentation Installation
The solar panel should be oriented to receive maximum insolation over the course of the year. Suggested tilt angles (referenced to the horizontal plane) are listed below.
Site Latitude | Tilt Angle |
0 to 10 degrees | 10 degrees |
11 to 20 | Latitude + 5 degrees |
21 to 45 | Latitude + 10 degrees |
46 to 65 | Latitude + 15 degrees |
>65 | 80 degrees |
b)After determining the tilt angle, loosen the two bolts that attach the mounting bracket to the panel. Adjust the angle, then tighten the bolts. Secure the lead wire to the mast using wire ties. Make electrical connections as described in 3.1.1a above.
3.1.3AC Power Installation
a)The AC power option includes a 120 VAC to 16 VAC. The transformer should be mounted inside a user supplied junction box according to local electrical codes. Dangerous electrical accidents may be avoided by locating the transformer remotely and burying a low voltage line to the station. The low voltage will carry up to 500 feet on an 18 AWG power cable.
b)Shut off 110 VAC power at the main breaker. Connect the primary leads of the transformer to 110 VAC following instructions provided with the transformer. Connect a two conductor cable to the secondary terminals of the transformer. Route the cable from the transformer to the TLX106 Enclosure according to local electrical codes.
3.1.4Enclosure Installation
1.Mount and ground the TLX106 enclosure on the TLX106 Tower as shown in Figure
a)Place the enclosure low on the tower. Do not tighten clamps.
b)Install the sensor arm (TLX106) as described in Section 4.