Campbell TLX106 Instruction Manual

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Section 3. TLX106 Instrumentation Installation3-3The solar panel should be oriented to receive maximum insolation over thecourse of the year. Suggested tilt angles (referenced to the horizontalplane) are listed below.Site Latitude Tilt Angle0 to 10 degrees 10 degrees11 to 20 Latitude + 5 degrees21 to 45 Latitude + 10 degrees46 to 65 Latitude + 15 degrees>65 80 degreesb) After determining the tilt angle, loosen the two bolts that attach themounting bracket to the panel. Adjust the angle, then tighten the bolts.Secure the lead wire to the mast using wire ties. Make electricalconnections as described in 3.1.1a above.3.1.3 AC Power Installationa) The AC power option includes a 120 VAC to 16 VAC. The transformershould be mounted inside a user supplied junction box according to localelectrical codes. Dangerous electrical accidents may be avoided bylocating the transformer remotely and burying a low voltage line to thestation. The low voltage will carry up to 500 feet on an 18 AWG powercable.b) Shut off 110 VAC power at the main breaker. Connect the primary leadsof the transformer to 110 VAC following instructions provided with thetransformer. Connect a two conductor cable to the secondary terminals ofthe transformer. Route the cable from the transformer to the TLX106Enclosure according to local electrical codes.3.1.4 Enclosure Installation1. Mount and ground the TLX106 enclosure on the TLX106 Tower as shownin Figure 3.1-3.a) Place the enclosure low on the tower. Do not tighten clamps.b) Install the sensor arm (TLX106) as described in Section 4.