AERIAL VIEW

3"
26'-916

Array Information
PV Modules Racking
Manufacturer Astronergy Gamechange Racking
25-Degree
Model CHSM6612 P
Pour-in-Place
Dimensions 76.93" x 38.98" x 1.57"
Weight 49.6 lbs
Quantity 9690 1640 Tubs
Ground
24in
Clearance
9690 modules at 310W

9"
615'-1116 3003.90 kW
Design Information

Building Occupancy Category I

1" Front to Front

16'-48
Wind Exposure Category C

Design Wind Speed 105 mph ASCE 7-10

Row Spacing
Design Snow Load 35 psf

Area of Array 12.4 acres

No. of rows 74

GENERAL NOTES
The layout shown herein is based on site layout geometry
provided to GameChange Racking by the customer.

Any changes to the site that may affect the solar PV arrays
depicted herein shall be notified to GameChange Racking.

901'-93
8" Layout and Accompanying Detail Drawings are specific to
the module shown in the Array Information table Above

GameChange racking cannot be responsible for errors

during installation caused by changes that impact the
layout as shown

Customer: Sheet #:
Issue: By: Date: Description:
GAMECHANGE SOLAR Sample
1 SA 00-00-0000 Sample
Project:
SITE PLAN
230 East Avenue
Suite 100
Norwalk, CT 06855
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 AERIAL VIEW

3"
26'-916

Array Information
PV Modules Racking
Manufacturer Astronergy Gamechange Racking
25-Degree
Model CHSM6612 P
Pour-in-Place
Dimensions 76.93" x 38.98" x 1.57"
Weight 49.6 lbs
Quantity 9690 3280 Tubs
Ground
24in
Clearance
9690 modules at 310W

9"
615'-1116 3003.90 kW
Design Information

Building Occupancy Category I

1" Front to Front

16'-48
Wind Exposure Category C

Design Wind Speed 105 mph ASCE 7-10

Row Spacing
Design Snow Load 35 psf

Area of Array 12.4 acres

No. of rows 74

GENERAL NOTES
The layout shown herein is based on site layout geometry
provided to GameChange Racking by the customer.

Any changes to the site that may affect the solar PV arrays
depicted herein shall be notified to GameChange Racking.

901'-93
8" GameChange Racking is a custom design layout for
provided PV modules only. Refer to Array Information
table.

GameChange racking cannot be responsible for errors

during installation caused by changes that impact the
layout as shown

Customer: Sheet #:
Issue: By: Date: Description:
GAMECHANGE SOLAR Sample
1 SA 00-00-0000 Sample
Project:
SITE PLAN
230 East Avenue
Suite 100
Norwalk, CT 06855
Sample 2 of 5
Tel: +1 (203) 769-3900 Location:
www.gamechangesolar.com Sample
 0.50 Panel Spacing 38.98" Panel Width AERIAL VIEW

Array Information
PV Modules Racking
Manufacturer Astronergy Gamechange Racking
25-Degree
Model CHSM6612 P
Pour-in-Place
Dimensions 76.93" x 38.98" x 1.57"
Weight 49.6 lbs
Quantity 9690 3280 Tubs
Ground
24in
Clearance

Varies. See Site Plan 9690 modules at 310W

3003.90 kW
Design Information
76.93" Panel Length
Building Occupancy Category I

Wind Exposure Category C

Design Wind Speed 105 mph ASCE 7-10

See Array Information Design Snow Load 35 psf

Area of Array 12.4 acres

No. of rows 74

GENERAL NOTES
The layout shown herein is based on site layout geometry
24" Clearance provided to GameChange Racking by the customer.

Any changes to the site that may affect the solar PV arrays
depicted herein shall be notified to GameChange Racking.

GameChange Racking is a custom design layout for

provided PV modules only. Refer to Array Information
table.

GameChange racking cannot be responsible for errors

35" Tub Diameter during installation caused by changes that impact the
7" layout as shown

Customer: Sheet #:
Issue: By: Date: Description:
GAMECHANGE SOLAR Sample
1 SA 00-00-0000 Sample
Project:
Assembly
230 East Avenue
Suite 100
Norwalk, CT 06855
Sample
Drawing 3 of 5
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TOP TIPS: PARTS LIST
1. Use vertical adjustability provided to make Mounting Rails level, 1 Item No. Description Part No. Material
and the site install look great. 1 North Post GC361NR-N Galvanized, G180+ Stl.
13 10 12 2 South Post GC361NR-S Galvanized, G180+ Stl.
2. If pouring concrete in areas with freezing winters make sure to use 6 11
3 Angle Stand GC277L Galvanized, G90 Stl.
freeze thaw additives, and use frost blankets if possible.
4 Horizontal Beam GC275L-2 Galvanized, G90 Stl.

3. If pouring concrete in below freezing temperatures make sure to use 5 Horizontal Beam (if required) GC275L-3 Galvanized, G90 Stl.

accelerators that are NOT calcium chloride based 6 NS Beam GC862MT Galvanized, G90 Stl.
7 8 7 EW Purlin GC63N / GC63NC Galvanized, G90 Stl.

8 Cross Brace (if required) GC263 Galvanized, G180+ Stl.

9 GC Tub 3 Ft GC Tub HMWPE

1) Set Posts in proper order (See Diagram) and
install Angle Stands to the appropriate Posts 10 Roll Tie (if required) GC872 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
using 3/8-16 x 1" hex bolts and flange nuts. "C" 11 Roll Strap (if required) GC873 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
shape of Posts shall open to the east and "L" 2 9 12 Purlin Angle (if required) GC874 Galvanized 14 gauge G90 Stl.
shape of Angle Stand shall be facing north. 1 13 Star Washer Stainless Steel
Torque to specifications.
14 Purlin Channel Washer GC126 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
2) Install the Horizontal Beam to the lower section of
Posts. Use 3/8-16 x 1" hex bolts and flange nuts
5 15 Washer (MUST USE CORRECT WASHER) HDG, or Magnacoat 3/8"x1-1/2" Diameter

16 Flange Bolts / Hex Bolts Magnacoat, 3/8-16 x1"

to attach. Make sure bolt head is on the outside
and flange nut is on the inside. Install Brace at 17 Washer (MUST USE CORRECT WASHER) HDG, or Magnacoat 3/8"x1" Diameter

the middle/higher end of the posts. Use 3/8-16 18 Hex Bolts Stainless Steel 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16
x1" hex bolts and flange nuts to attach. Torque 14 19 Serrated Flange Nuts Stainless Steel 1/4"-20 Magnacoat 3/8"-16
to specifications.

3) Install NS Beam to the top ends of Posts. Use 6) Place first GC Tubs in correctly spaced locations per GC Pour-in-Place (Steel) System
3 site layout and ensure ground is level within tolerance. Use only GameChange parts. Use of other parts to complete the installation as substitutes may void the warranty.
3/8-16 x 1" hex bolts, 3/8" (1-1/2" diameter) Make sure the ground structure (notably in the case of a capped landfill) is inspected and can support the loading resulting from the GC
washers under bolt head, and flange nuts to If the AHJ or DEP has determined that materials Pour-n-Place Ground System and provided PV modules.
coming onto the site must be controlled, it is Follow all safety instructions that are required by relevant local, regional and national organizations and procedures as outlined in this
attach. Torque to specifications. Purlin Support Install manual, both for mechanical and electrical aspects of the solar PV array installation.
Assembly is complete. It is important that the 8 recommended that pavers or gravel fill for local leveling When encountering undocumented or unexpected obstacles requiring a work around, they should be noted on working drawings and
under the tubs be approved prior to the start of notified to supervisor for evaluation. Work should then be completed in a manner that ensures that the remainder of the array is not
correct washers are used. affected.
construction. Customers are responsible for grade variations.and making sure slope tolerances support GameChange System. GC Pour-in-Place
7) Place Purlin Support Assembly inside of Tubs with the Ground System ideally should be installed on flat, level and pre-compacted ground. This is to avoid system settlement over time. Topsoil
1 Distance with loam content and organics should be removed, and soil scraped down to subsoil level. If the system is installed on new fill, the soil
15 North post placed inside the larger of the Tubs and should be compacted with a compacting roller prior to installation. However, due to vertical adjustability of the Rails on the Posts, the GC
the South post placed inside the smaller of the Tubs. Pour-in-Place System may be erected on less than ideally prepared grounds when site conditions preclude removal of topsoil. In that
scenario, the rails should be adjusted to appropriate heights on Posts during periods of operation and maintenance visits.
The Angled Stand and Brace will aid in proper Reference Install Manual for installation. Not following Install Manual may result in voiding warranty.
17 positioning of the Tub, 1" tolerance. Align southern Ballast molds are provided for each site by GameChange. Recommended to use concrete mixtures with freeze thaw additive which are
weather and UV resistant if in areas with required additive.
2 edge of the Tub with the string line. Make sure
horizontal beam is level. Material Storage
Make sure to install system within several days of receipt of components. Storage of components in a damp or wet environment can lead
16 8) If Horizontal Beam (Cross Brace) is not level, then to white rust on galvanized parts as well as other damage on other protective coatings which can lead to accelerated corrosion to
raise one Post and support with pile of 1" gravel components, and void the warranty. Galvanization is especially prone to white rust when components are still bundled because the zinc
4 3 5 underneath until tilt is correct. coating requires airflow over its surface to establish its protective patina, otherwise water can cause corrosion of the zinc and it has no
protection against it in enclosed spaces, such as those between parts that are bundled.
9) Repeat Purlin Support Assembly and installation for
adjacent Tubs. Position Purlin Support Assembly and Tool Required

4) For foundation preparation and rebar insertion prior to tub placement, make sure ground is free from Tubs to the appropriate distance apart as required by Gravel Pile
debris. Gravel bed is not required if soil has adequate compaction (95%) and is or will be immediately layout.
Torque Wrench
stabilized. If topsoil is over 3 inches deep or soil has compaction under 95% then gravel bed is 10) Install Purlins to the top of the NS Beam. Purlins Suggested finish torques : 1/4" hardware use 5 ft lbs
3/8" hardware use 20 ft lbs
preferred to minimize any settlement or movement over time. The System has slots in all axes to will be installed through middle slots on Posts, to
String Line
allow for adjustability at regular maintenance intervals. However, the amount of movement and thus enable future vertical adjustment. Square up all Impact drill with interchangeable drivers
maintenance related to any movement will be reduced if suggested foundation preparation is Purlins to beams prior to pouring concrete.
Must use anti-seize such as LocTite for bolts used to mount modules (most bolts come pre-dip with anti-seize)
followed. Installation of the System on very loose soil which will have substantial movement over time 11) Attach first table EW Purlins at southernmost position Tape Measure
Concrete mixture (weather and UV Resistant if required) per GameChange ballast plan
could result in structural damage to the racks if this movement is not countered by adjusting racking on the Beams using center set of holes for Table 48 inch long level
to compensate. This could lead to voiding the warranty. Purlin attachment. Attach Purlins to Beams using two
3/8" bolts. Under the bolt closest to the Purlin wall
Preventative Maintenance
5) Rebar is typically not required, however, rebar insertion holes are provided for additional two or more place a Purlin Washer under the bolt head. Both bolts After Installation, installer must annually monitor for any surface rust that may occur over time. Identify any rust areas, wire
bars of rebar which may be advisable in severe freeze thaw climates or where substantial ground will be attached on the underside using a washer and brush area to remove rust, and coat with 70% zinc rich paint, or equivalent field life paint. This step is not required if rust is
movement may otherwise be encountered. If ground slopes from east to west or from north to south a flange nut. Finger tight on hardware. Once Panels limited to edges which were cut during fabrication.

so that amount of concrete in tub will not meet the requirement specified, then place crushed stone or are mounted torque all hardware to specifications. be 7 If panel mounting clips are used to install modules, clips must be checked annually and after storms with severe winds to
make sure their installation and torque settings remain correct.
gravel to level the area under directly under where Tub will be placed as well as 6 inches outside of sure that the bent flange is bearing against the Purlin Annual inspection must be done for mechanical movement due to any reason including thermal expansion and contraction.
this footprint. wall prior to torquing the hardware. It is essential to Any mechanical movement must be rectified.
always use Purlin Channel Washers with 16 Gauge Torque settings must be checked for all hardware.
It is very important that the purlins are aligned and tables are all squared so that panels can All Clips must be checked to make sure there is no gap between side of Clip and module.
easily be attached to purlins after concrete is poured Purlins and use correct washers. Proper preventative maintenance must be conducted or warranty may be voided.
Customer: Sheet #:
Issue: By: Date: Description:
GAMECHANGE SOLAR Sample
1 SA 00-00-0000 Sample
Project:
230 East Avenue
Suite 100
Norwalk, CT 06855
Sample Ballasted 4 of 5
Tel: +1 (203) 769-3900 Location: Ground
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 12) For continuous configurations,Connector Purlin are PARTS LIST
17)
connected together using three sets of 3/8" flange Item No. Description Part No. Material
ends of each of the Tub walls, centered 2" above the ground level, centered on wall of Tub the
bolt, washers (1-1/2"), and serrated flange nuts at 18 14
each end of the Purlins. Torque to specifications. It is long way. This enables water to drain out. 1 North Post GC361NR-N Galvanized, G180+ Stl.

important that the correct washers are used. 2 South Post GC361NR-S Galvanized, G180+ Stl.
13) If required Purlin-to-Beam and Purlin-to-Purlin 3 Angle Stand GC277L Galvanized, G90 Stl.
Straps will be installed using 3/8" bolts and flange 19 4 Horizontal Beam GC275L-2 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
nuts. Torque to specifications.
It is very important that the Purlin-to-Beam and 17 5 Horizontal Beam (if required) GC275L-3 Galvanized, G90 Stl.

Purlin-to-Purlin Supports are taut. 6 NS Beam GC862MT Galvanized, G90 Stl.

7 EW Purlin GC63N / GC63NC Galvanized, G90 Stl.

18
8 Cross Brace (if required) GC263 Galvanized, G180+ Stl.
19
9 GC Tub 3 Ft GC Tub HMWPE
11 15
10 Roll Tie (if required) GC872 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
18 11 Roll Strap (if required) GC873 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
18
12 Purlin Angle (if required) GC874 Galvanized 14 gauge G90 Stl.

13 Star Washer Stainless Steel

18) Attach first panel to EW Purlin through mounting holes nearest to NS Beam. Place a star washer at 14 Purlin Channel Washer GC126 Galvanized, G90 Stl.
14) Vertical adjustability is set prior to pouring one mounting location per panel. Insert hex bolt through the Purlin, the mounting hole on the back of
concrete. After Purlin installation is complete run 15 Washer (MUST USE CORRECT WASHER) HDG, or Magnacoat 3/8"x1-1/2" Diameter
the panel, and then through the star washer. Attach with a serrated flange nuts on the bolt end inside
a string along Upper and Lower Purlins, in the the panel. Check again to make sure star washer is still in place. Torque to specifications. If panel 16 Flange Bolts / Hex Bolts Magnacoat, 3/8-16 x1"
east west direction. Evaluate Purlin level. 17 Washer (MUST USE CORRECT WASHER) HDG, or Magnacoat 3/8"x1" Diameter
such that the stackup order from top to bottom is: hex bolt head, star washer, panel frame mounting
18 Hex Bolts Stainless Steel 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16
15) Place small piles of 1" gravel under the Support hole, Z Purlin mounting hole, and flange nut. Repeat for all panels.
Assembly until Purlins touch the string. 19 Serrated Flange Nuts Stainless Steel 1/4"-20 Magnacoat 3/8"-16

GC Pour-in-Place (Steel) System

19 Use only GameChange parts. Use of other parts to complete the installation as substitutes may void the warranty.
19 Make sure the ground structure (notably in the case of a capped landfill) is inspected and can support the loading resulting from the GC
Pour-n-Place Ground System and provided PV modules.
Follow all safety instructions that are required by relevant local, regional and national organizations and procedures as outlined in this
Install manual, both for mechanical and electrical aspects of the solar PV array installation.
When encountering undocumented or unexpected obstacles requiring a work around, they should be noted on working drawings and
13 notified to supervisor for evaluation. Work should then be completed in a manner that ensures that the remainder of the array is not
Gravel Pile affected.
Customers are responsible for grade variations.and making sure slope tolerances support GameChange System. GC Pour-in-Place
Ground System ideally should be installed on flat, level and pre-compacted ground. This is to avoid system settlement over time. Topsoil
with loam content and organics should be removed, and soil scraped down to subsoil level. If the system is installed on new fill, the soil
should be compacted with a compacting roller prior to installation. However, due to vertical adjustability of the Rails on the Posts, the GC
Completed Leveling of EW Purlins Pour-in-Place System may be erected on less than ideally prepared grounds when site conditions preclude removal of topsoil. In that
scenario, the rails should be adjusted to appropriate heights on Posts during periods of operation and maintenance visits.
Reference Install Manual for installation. Not following Install Manual may result in voiding warranty.
Ballast molds are provided for each site by GameChange. Recommended to use concrete mixtures with freeze thaw additive which are
weather and UV resistant if in areas with required additive.

18 Material Storage
Make sure to install system within several days of receipt of components. Storage of components in a damp or wet environment can lead
18 to white rust on galvanized parts as well as other damage on other protective coatings which can lead to accelerated corrosion to
components, and void the warranty. Galvanization is especially prone to white rust when components are still bundled because the zinc
16) Begin pouring concrete in either the front or back tub. Concrete should first be poured in the coating requires airflow over its surface to establish its protective patina, otherwise water can cause corrosion of the zinc and it has no
center of the Tub. Once filled, true up Posts and Purlins, and check NS Beam to make sure protection against it in enclosed spaces, such as those between parts that are bundled.

system is at correct tilt. Pound on one Post to correct tilt. This should all be done before 19) For bottom mount attachment of panels GameChange typically provides slotted panel mounting Tool Required
concrete settling. Use vibrator rob to follow industry standards, and magnesium trowel to holes to enable panel adjustment in case purlins are not perfectly aligned due to rolling or
towel wash around Posts so precipitation does not collect. otherwise uneven ground situations. It is the customer's responsibility to make sure to follow
panel spacing guidelines if any are given by panel vendor in their specification sheet or Torque Wrench
elsewhere, otherwise panel warranty could be voided. In all cases make sure panel spacing is Suggested finish torques : 1/4" hardware use 5 ft lbs
3/8" hardware use 20 ft lbs
the greater of 1/8 inch or the minimum called out by the panel vendor. This will allow for thermal String Line
expansion of panels. GameChange systems typically enable 1/2 inch panel spacing if aligned Impact drill with interchangeable drivers

Must use anti-seize such as LocTite for bolts used to mount modules (most bolts come pre-dip with anti-seize)
or plywood of same thickness as required for panel spacing between panels while they are being Tape Measure
installed. This spacer should be removed after panel installation is complete. Concrete mixture (weather and UV Resistant if required) per GameChange ballast plan
Mixture should be for: 48 inch long level
-High strength (4000 psi minimum)
-Normal weight of 4000 20) The modules, EW Purlins and NS Beams are all bonded together, left to right, so each row
forms one single structure. GameChange recommends 16 strings be grounded on one Preventative Maintenance
After Installation, installer must annually monitor for any surface rust that may occur over time. Identify any rust areas, wire
Bobcat with gravity feed bucket, or concrete grounding lug, which should be attached at the hole provided next to the marking "GROUND". brush area to remove rust, and coat with 70% zinc rich paint, or equivalent field life paint. This step is not required if rust is
pump should be used when there are weight Install Cooper, Burndy, or Eaton UL approved grounding lug with 1/4-inch bolts as in accordance limited to edges which were cut during fabrication.
with NEC Article 690 to the end of the last EW Purlin which has panels attached to it which are If panel mounting clips are used to install modules, clips must be checked annually and after storms with severe winds to
constraints on the land or rows are narrow. make sure their installation and torque settings remain correct.
5" slump for concrete to be bonded, using 8 gauge copper wire. Repeat for each 16 strings. Annual inspection must be done for mechanical movement due to any reason including thermal expansion and contraction.
Any mechanical movement must be rectified.
Allow concrete to set for 1-2 days
The entire system needs to be grounded from a single point to an appropriate grounding source. Torque settings must be checked for all hardware.
All Clips must be checked to make sure there is no gap between side of Clip and module.
Proper preventative maintenance must be conducted or warranty may be voided.

Customer: Sheet #:
Issue: By: Date: Description:
GAMECHANGE SOLAR Sample
1 SA 00-00-0000 Sample
Project:
230 East Avenue
Suite 100
Norwalk, CT 06855
Sample Ballasted 5 of 5
Tel: +1 (203) 769-3900 Location: Ground
www.gamechangesolar.com Sample 1UP Poly