Redarc SPMB0003 User manual

REDARC Solar®
Solar Panel Mounting Bracket
MODEL:
SPMB0003

Solar Panel Mount Bracket
The SPMB0003 Solar Brackets is designed
to mount REDARCs fixed solar panels to
Rhino–Rack Pioneer Platform crossbars.
REDARC stock three other variants of Solar
Brackets to suit different solar panels and
crossbars:
SPMB0001—suited to mount solar panels
with both Rhino–Rack vortex crossbars and
the Rhino–Rack heavy duty crossbars.
SPMB0002—compatible with REDARCs
fixed solar panels and other popular solar
panels to an ARB Base Rack and Rhino–Rack
Steel Mesh Platform systems.
SPMB0004—suited to mount solar panels
with Unistrut Series Channel systems and
EzyStrut Plain Channel systems.

Warnings and Safety Information | 3
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Save these instructions — this manual contains important safety instructions.
Do not install the mounting brackets unless you have read and understood this manual.
Disclaimer: REDARC accepts no liability for any injury, loss or property damage which may occur
from the improper or unsafe installation or use of its products.
SAFETY MESSAGE CONVENTIONS
Safety messages in this manual include a signal word to indicate the level of the hazard as follows:
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to bystanders. Read the
message and follow instructions precisely.
CAUTION
Incorrect mounting can cause the panels to become detached during travel, which
causes a safety risk to road users. Ensure that you follow the manual's instructions
for correct installation.
Incorrect installation and mounting of the solar panel can effect the performance of
the solar panel.
Leave adequate clearance around the solar panels to ensure the panels do not become
partially shaded when in-use, and to allow access for maintenance of the panels and
connections.
Two people are recommended to safely lift the solar panels assembly above shoulder
height (e.g. when lifting onto the roof of a vehicle during installation).
The Solar Bracket must have both bolts attached to the solar panel. Any less will result in
unsecure and unsafe mounting and may damage your solar panel during travel.
All bolts must have at minimum two threads past the end of the nut.
Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating power tools.
Required tools for installation:
Philips Head Screwdriver
6mm Allen Key
Power Drill
6.5mm Drill Bit
10mm Spanner
Wire brush/file

4 | Solar Bracket Parts
SOLAR BRACKET PARTS
DIMENSIONS
A
B
CD
A. 36.5mm (1.4") B. 135mm (5.3")
C. 71mm (2.8") D. 62.5mm (2.5")
1. Solar Panel Bracket
Supplied with 4 brackets.
2. M6 S/S Nyloc Nut
Supplied with 8 nuts.
3. M6 ×12mm S/S Flat Washer
Supplied with 8 washers.
4. M6×12mm S/S Philips Bolt
Supplied with 8 bolts.
5. M8Channel Nut
Supplied with 4 channel nuts.
6. M8×19mm S/S Flat Washer
Supplied with 4 washers.
7. M8 S/S Spring Washer
Supplied with 4 washers.
8. M8×20mm S/S Allen Key Bolt
Supplied with 4 bolts.
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8
7
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Installation | 5
INSTALLATION
DETERMINE THE MOUNTING POSITION
The Solar Brackets must be bolted and fitted to the solar panel then clamped to the crossbars. Do
not install the Solar Brackets to the crossbars first.
To determine where to bolt the Solar Brackets to the solar panel place the solar panel in the
desired location on the crossbars and mark where each Solar Bracket needs to be positioned
and bolted to the solar panel.
Note: The distance between the two crossbars must be suitable to support the weight and
size of your solar panel. Incorrect positioning of crossbars may cause damage to your solar
panel during travel.
DRILL HOLES
Remove the brackets and drill the marked
holes on the solar panel, preferably using a
6.5mm drill bit and stopper depth of 6.5mm.
Back of solar panel
6.5 mm drill
CAUTION
The Solar Bracket must have both bolts
attached to the solar panel. Any fewer will
result in unsecure and unsafe mounting which
may damage your solar panel during travel.
Holes should be deburred after drilling with a
wire brush or file.

6 | Installation
ASSEMBLE BRACKETS TO PANEL
Position and bolt the Solar Bracket in-line with the
drilled holes on the solar panel using the supplied M6
Nyloc nuts, M6 Flat Washers and M6 Phillips bolt.
Solar Panel
Solar Bracket
CAUTION
Leave adequate clearance around the solar panels
to ensure the panels do not become partially shaded
when in-use, and to allow access for maintenance of
the panels and connections.
MOUNT TO
CROSSBARS
Lift solar panel with attached
Solar Brackets in the desired
position on the crossbars and
slide the M8 Channel nuts into
the crossbar in line with the
centre hole on the Solar Bracket.
Using the M8 Flat Washer, M8
Spring Washer and the M8
Bolt supplied, bolt the Solar
Bracket to the Channel nut for a
secure solar panel to crossbar
connection. Apply this fitting to
each Solar Bracket to complete
the installation.
COMPLETED INSTALLATION
Note: Regularly check the mounting
brackets for loose fasteners to avoid
damage to the solar panel and the
crossbars due to loose connection.
Solar Panel
Bracket
Crossbar
CAUTION
All bolts must have at minimum two
threads past the end of the nut.

Warranty | 7
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For full warranty terms and conditions, visit the Warranty page of the REDARC website.
Refer to the web address and contact details applicable to your region.
Australia, New Zealand & Europe
www.redarc.com.au/warranty
REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd
23 Brodie Road (North),
Lonsdale SA 5160
Australia
North America
www.redarcelectronics.com/warranty
REDARC Corporation
c/o Shallco, Inc.
308 Component Dr.
Smithfield, NC 27577
USA
Australia [phone]
New Zealand [phone]
UK & Europe [phone]
USA [phone]
Canada [phone]
Mexico [phone]
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. | Copyright © 2021 REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.
REDARC® and THE POWER OF REDARC® are trademarks of REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd. | REDARC®, THE POWER OF
REDARC®, and REDARC Solar® are trademarks of REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd.

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CONTACT
Tech Support 1300 REDARC
Head Office [phone]
New Zealand [phone]
UK & Europe [phone]
redarc.com.au
USA [phone]
Canada [phone]
Mexico [phone]
redarcelectronics.com