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General Safety Information
Please note that our general mounting instructions must be followed at all times and
can be viewed online at
https://k2-systems.com/en-US/downloads/documentation
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The equipment may only be installed and operated by quali-
fied and adequately trained installers.
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Prior to installation, ensure that the product complies with
on-site static loading requirements.
For roof-mounted systems, the roof load-bearing capacity
must always be checked.
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National and local building regulations and environmental
requirements must be adhered to.
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Compliance with health and safety regulations, accident
prevention guidelines and applicable standards are
required.
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Protective equipment such as safety helmet, boots and
gloves must be worn.
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Roofing works must be in accordance with roofing
regulations utilizing fall protection safeguards when eaves
height exceeds 3 m.
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At least two people must be present for the duration of the
installation work in order to provide rapid assistance in the
event of an emergency.
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K2 mounting systems are continuously developed and
improved and the installation process may thereby change
at any time. Prior to installation consult our website at:
https://k2-systems.com/en-US/downloads/documentation
for up-to-date instructions.
We can send you the latest version on request.
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The assembly instructions of the module manufacturer
must be adhered to.
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Equipotential bonding/grounding/earthing between
individual parts is to be performed according to country
specific standards, as well as national laws and regulations.
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At least one copy of the assembly instructions should be
available on site throughout the duration of the installation.
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Failure to adhere to our general safety and assembly in-
structions and not using all system components,
K2 is not liable for any resulting 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.
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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/documentation. We will also send this
information on request.
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Dismantling of the system is performed in reverse order to
the assembly.
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K2 stainless steel components are available in different
corrosion resistance classes. Each structure or component
must be carefully checked for possible corrosion exposure.
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The installer is solely responsible for:
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Handling and installing the PV modules and rail system
according to the manufacturer’s instruction, with special
attention for the suggested clamping locations on the
frame. attention for the suggested clamping locations on
the frame.
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Complying with all applicable local or national building
codes, standards and industry best practices including any
code that may supersede this manual.
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Ensuring that K2’s and other products are appropriate for
the specific installation and the installation location.
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Using only K2 parts and installer-supplied parts as specified
by K2. (Substitution of parts may void the warranty and
invalidate the letters of certification.)
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Verifying the strength of any alternate mounting devices
used in lieu of the anchoring screws.
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Ensuring safe installation of all electrical and mechanical
aspects of the PV array.
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Ensuring correct and appropriate design parameters are
used in determining the design loading used for design of
the specific installation. Parameters, such as snow loading,
wind speed, exposure and topographic factor should be
confirmed with the local building official or a licensed
professional engineer.
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K2 recommends inspecting installed racking system
periodically for loose components, loose fasteners and any
corrosion.
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