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ASSEMBLY MANUAL FOR STEEL ROOFS
1. Introduction
This manual describes the installation of the ClickFit mounting system for steel roofs (for solar panels in portrait placement).
Read the manual carefully in order to be aware of its full content. Follow the instructions in the manual carefully. Always
carry out the instructions in the right order. Store this manual in a dry and safe place. If the manual gets lost, there is the
possibility of requesting a new copy at Esdec B.V.
2. General installation conditions
General
Noncompliance with the instructions in this document can lead to the expiration of all warranty and product liability claims.
The data, remarks, and advice in this document are binding and have to be checked for completeness and validity. Esdec
BV reserves the right to adapt this document without further notice.
Stability and condition of the roof
The roof must be in good condition and sufficiently strong to carry the weight of the solar panels, including additional
materials, wind and snow loads according to MCS012 and BRE guidelines. Check the stability of the roof and adjust the
roof/structure where necessary, engage a constructor when in doubt. Note that the load reserve of the roof is not exceeded
locally or as a whole.
Health & Safety
• The assembly of the ClickFit mounting system always needs to be carried out by qualified technical personnel (at least
two skilled persons).
• Adding or leaving out parts can have a negative effect on functioning and is strongly discouraged!
• For placement of the solar panels the roof needs to be clean, dry, smooth, and free of mould, etc.
• Avoid assembly when there is hard wind or a wet slippery roof.
• On a sloping surface, always use fall protection and if necessary, with safety nets and edge protection.
• Attention: Never stand in the gutter.
• Wear shoes with an enforced nose and sturdy anti-slip soles.
• Always wear the right protective clothing when carrying out the assembly.
• Always use a carrying installation or lifting help when moving the material (solar panels, etc.).
• Always place ladders on a sturdy and stable surface.
• Always place the ladder under an angle of approximately 75º and let it protrude around 1 metre over the roof edge.
• If possible, secure the ladder on the upper side with rope or lashing.
• If
Safe working at heights training should be adhered to.
• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 (CDM)* and general construction site training must be
followed.
• Anyone handling photovoltaic (PV) modules should be trained in correct manual handling practice.
• All appropriate Health and Safety regulations should be followed correctly.
Application range ClickFit
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Maximium allowable wind load to be determined by ClickFit calculator with a maximum of 2500 N/m2.
• Solar modules: Framed solar modules from all makes and models with a frame height between 29 and 52mm with a
maximum size of 2 x 1m (2m2) per solar module.
• Roof height (3 - 9 m). If your roof is higher, you must contact your supplier.
• Type of roof covering: Steel plate
• Roof slope: between 10 – 60 degrees (35 degrees is optimal).
Weather thightness
•
Install all components as specified within this guide to ensure weather tightness of the roof.
