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Formerly Everest Solar Systems

Splice Foot X and XL

INSTALLATION MANUAL

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Page 1: ...k2 systems com We support PV systems Formerly Everest Solar Systems Splice Foot X and XL INSTALLATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...e Rating 17 T Compatible Modules 18 T Notes 22 Quality tested several certifications K2 Systems stands for secure connections highest quality and precision Our customers and business partners have known that for a long time Independent institutes have tested confirmed and certified our capabilities and components Please find our quality and product certificates under k2 systems com en US company q...

Page 3: ...ting defects or damages We do not accept liability for any damage resulting in the use of competitor s parts Warranty is excluded in such cases T If all safety instructions are adhered to and the system is correctly installed there is a product warranty entitlement of 25 years We strongly recommend reviewing our terms of guarantee which can be viewed at https k2 systems com en US downloads documen...

Page 4: ...ion instructions The installer must also determine the maximum allowed span and cantilever design parameters recommended by the rail system manufacturer The Splice Foot X XL can be installed on steep slope roofs composite shingles The K2 EverSeal is also compatible with felt and synthetic underlayments Moisture Content T The K2 EverSeal is to be installed on dry mounting surfaces T Determining how...

Page 5: ...acteristics hardness age and moisture of the wood Tighten the splice foot screws until the conical washer stops rotating T Stainless hardware is soft and if dry torqued too quickly it may cause the nut and bolt to seize T K2 Systems recommends all stainless steel threads be lubricated This will make it easier to tighten nuts to bolts avoid galling and facilitate adjustments before the nut is prope...

Page 6: ... copyright and may only be copied reproduced or distributed to a third party with explicit permission 3809 Ocean Ranch Blvd Suite 111 Oceanside CA 92056 K2 Systems phone 760 301 5300 Title Product description Roof Types Module orientation Attachments types Rails Max allowed tilt Maxi roof tilt Min no of components Notes Material ...

Page 7: ...Drawing no ESS Scale Material Finish Part Weight Date Name Drawn Approved Last Revision Checked Splice Foot XL B MILL 219 8257 TOLERANCES X X X X XX RADIUS ANGULAR Revision 02 TION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF K2 SYSTEMS UCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF K2 SYSTEMS IS PROHIBITED Part no 1 2 02 TOLERANCE mm DIMENSION 0 5 1º Weight per cut 0 484496 g...

Page 8: ...8 1 2 Splice Foot X Splice Foot XL Self tapping screw with sealing washer 4000113 4000162 4000115 4 ...

Page 9: ...9 3 4 Mid Clamp 30 50mm module frame height End Clamp or Yeti Clamp 30 50mm module frame height 4000601 H 4000602 H 4000090 4000050 H 2 3 1 5 CrossRail 44 X shown PNs listed 4000019 4000020 ...

Page 10: ...course Refer to module manufacturer frame clamping zones Mark mounting locations over rafters and chalk lines within shingle course Refer to engineering letters for allowable mount spacing It is best practice to stager mounts Line up mounts on chalk line Part A Marking the array and mounting locations ...

Page 11: ... a positive seal Do not over torque It should be tightened until the conical washer stops rotating The distance from the edge of the rafter and the wood screws must be at least 5 16 from the edge NOTE Minimum Edge Distance 1 5D Where D is the diameter of the screw NOTE The screw shall hit the area that is marked by the red box Part B Mount Placement and Installation for Rafter Connection To mainta...

Page 12: ...ption when rafters are not within mounting zones for the array Follow K2 engineered calculations and span charts for deck attachments Ensure that the mount faces toward the ridge of the roof When deck attaching check for positive engagement into plywood and avoid plywood seams It should be tightened until the conical washer stops rotating Modified Rafter Part C Mount Placement and Installation for...

Page 13: ...k Part D Ensuring Proper Installation 1 Proper torque will vary based on the characterisitcs of the rafter and deck It s best practice to tighten the wood screws until the washer stops rotating After completing process make sure the Splice Foot X XL is securely fixed You may verify that the screws underneath the deck panel are stained with butyl rubber This indicates a good flashing performance Bu...

Page 14: ...ead gets sheared or a nail is hit you must drill into the remaining splice foot holes Part E Leveling Uneven Roof Surfaces 1 Using a standard comp shingle starter course level out the roof surface under the Splice Foot ...

Page 15: ...5 8 ft lbs 35 Nm Attaching Single CrossRail B When connecting two rails to the Splice Foot insert two T Bolts through the Splice Foot slots and into side channel of CrossRail Turn the T Bolts clockwise ensuring that the mark at the end of the shaft is vertical indicating proper alignment Leave a 1 8 gap between rails in the center of the Splice Foot Tighten to 25 8 ft lbs 35 Nm Note Rail connector...

Page 16: ...ction has been evaluated to a maximum fuse rating of 30A At least one ground lug per row of modules must be used to ground all strings within each sub array although additional may be used for redundancy When installed per these installation instructions all connections meet the requirements of NEC 690 43 This racking system may be used to ground and or mount a PV module complying with UL 1703 onl...

Page 17: ... with a fire performance rating of Type 1 Type 2 or Type 3 Consult the module manufacturer for specific fire performance rating information T CrossRail may be mounted using any stand off height to maintain the Class A fire rating Always consult the module manufacturer s installation instructions to ensure your installation is in compliance with their UL 1703 Listing T The results of the racking sy...

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Page 24: ... 4665 North Ave Suite I Oceanside CA 92056 USA 1 760 301 5300 info us k2 systems com www k2 systems com Thank you for choosing a K2 mounting system Systems from K2 Systems are quick and easy to install We hope these instructions have helped Please contact us with any questions or suggestions for improvement Our contact info T k2 systems com en US contact T Telephone 1 760 301 5300 ...

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