Step 5: Use The Serial Number Labels To Create The Installation Map; Step 6: Mount The Ac Module; Step 7: Connect The Microinverters As You Install The Ac Modules - enphase IQ8MC Installation And Operation Manual

Step 5: Use the serial number labels to create the installation map

The Enphase installation map is a diagram of the physical location of each module in your PV installation.
Copy or use the blank map to record module placement for the system, or provide your own layout if you
require a larger or more intricate installation map.
Each AC Module, IQ Gateway, and IQ Battery has a removable serial number label. Build the installation map
by peeling the serial number labels from the modules and placing the labels on the map. You would also place
the IQ Gateway (required) and IQ Battery (optional) serial numbers on the map after installation.
After you have created the installation map, use the Enphase Installer App to record serial numbers and
configure the system.
For more information, refer to "Detect the Microinverters" in the help topics of the Enphase Installer App.
A. Remove the label from each module before passing it up to the roof. Apply the label to the proper
position on the installation map.
B. Peel the label from the IQ Gateway (and IQ Battery, if installed) and affix it to the installation map.
C. Always keep a copy of the installation map for your records.

Step 6: Mount the AC Module

A. Install the AC Module with a clearance of at least 10 cm (4 inches) from the roof. Also, make sure that
the microinverter on the underside of the AC Module is at least 19 mm (0.75 inch) away from the roof
or installation surface.
B. Do not place the AC Modules in such a way that places pressure on the microinverters. The minimum
distance from the top edge of the module to the rail should be about 30 cm (12 inches).
C. Make sure that the minimum gap between modules is 10 mm (0.4 in) or greater.
D. Check that rails and clamps are clear of the microinverters by at least 3.8 cm (1.5 inches). Do not
obstruct module drain holes.

Step 7: Connect the microinverters as you install the AC Modules

A. Check again that the AC Modules are not placing pressure on the microinverters. The minimum
distance from the top edge of the module to the rail should be about 30 cm (12 inches).
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