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  1. Ensure the roof area or other installation site is capable of handling the desired system size.<\/li>\n
  2. If roof mounted, verify that the roof is capable of handling additional weight of solar system. Augment roof structure as necessary.<\/li>\n
  3. Properly seal any roof penetrations with roofing industry approved sealing methods.<\/li>\n
  4. Install equipment according to manufacturers specifications, using installation requirements and
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  5. Properly ground the system parts to reduce the threat of shock hazards and induced surges.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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