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Install of Panel to RV Roofs
Installation on to the roofs of RV’s typically requires more specialized instruction due to the nature
of construction of most commercially available RV roofs. Please note that this section includes
the use of a fastener type
NOT
included in the Z-Bracket kit. This section is included for
convenience of customers installing to an RV roof. The instructions listed in this section are a
modification of the normal installation, all other steps are to be completed normally.
NOTE:
A mi
nimum roof thickness of 3/8” is recommended for this type of installation.
Additional components and tools required for this section:
Image
Component
Description
Well Nut
Special recessed fastener which expands
as the internal fastener is tightened. Allows
for fastener to seal within mounting surface
and embed itself tightly. Need variety with
at least #10-32 internal thread, material
thickness supporting roof thickness, and
3/8” hole size. A fastener with suggested
features can be found here:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#93495a190/=xf
p203
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-10-
32-tpi-x-5-8-in-Brass-Expansion-Nut-
814358/204276054
Machine
Screw
Used to secure Z-Brackets to surface with
well nut. Must be compatible with chosen
well nut by having the same internal thread
and not longer than the length of the well
nut. Must also purchase compatible flat and
lock washers.
Phillips
Head Screw
Driver
Used to secure machine screw into well
nut.
Summary of Contents for Off-Grid Kit
Page 8: ...8 Wiring 1 Unscrew battery terminals and connect battery connections...
Page 10: ...10 4 Insert battery remote sensor block terminal and connect wires POLARITY SENSITIVE...
Page 16: ...16...
Page 17: ...17 Repeat for each Z Bracket in the set at each corner...
Page 18: ...18...
Page 20: ...20...
Page 21: ...21 NOTE Orient panel in level plumb layout as desired before fixing in position...
Page 23: ...23 Repeat for all brackets NOTE Seal around all edges of bracket and screws...
Page 27: ...27...
Page 29: ...29 NOTE Orient panel in level plumb layout as desired before fixing in position...
Page 36: ...36 NOTE Start lag bolt threading by hand...
Page 37: ...37 Rail System Construction 2 1...
Page 38: ...38 4 3...
Page 39: ...39 6 5...
Page 40: ...40 Repeat for all continuous rail sets Rail Seating 7 1...
Page 41: ...41 3 2...
Page 42: ...42 5 4...
Page 44: ...44 3 2...
Page 45: ...45 5 4 NOTE Ensure that the End Clamp is spaced a minimum distance of 1 25 from rail end face...
Page 46: ...46 Continue mid clamp procedure for each additional panel 6 7...
Page 55: ...55 Figure 7 Figure 8...