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Prior to Installation
When the installation crew is onsite, complete all items below prior to the installation of the DecoTech™
Solar System:
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Review documentation…
Review the installation instructions and system design thoroughly.
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Ensure materials are onsite…
Ensure that all the correct materials in the appropriate quantities are
present onsite.
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Display permits…
Ensure all building/electrical permits are posted in a visible location onsite.
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Discuss with the building owner…
Confirm access roads, material staging area, and ladder access area
(as shown in the permit drawings). Also discuss work hours, installation noise, and electrical panel
shutdown timing with the building owner.
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Review site…
Review pre-existing site conditions prior to installation. If the installer notices any
abnormalities in pre-existing site conditions, do
NOT
proceed with the installation until the matter is
resolved with the building owner and with GAF. Typical abnormalities include:
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Situations where site conditions do not match proposed design
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Roof obstructions
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Excessive deck-height variations
Note: Repair roof if deck-height variation (either a peak or valley) is greater than 0.75" (19 mm) over a
4' (1,219 mm) span between trusses.
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Replace water-damaged sheathing
(if any).
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Relocate obstructions…
Relocate rooftop obstructions that are directly under the proposed solar
array location.
