ROOFLIGHT COMPANY neo Advance Skywalk Installation Manual Download Page 2

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the neo Advance Skywalk™ rooflight, we are sure it will provide a high-quality 
finishing touch to your project.  This is a step by step guide to installing the neo Advance Skywalk™ and 
neo Advance Skywalk™ + walk-on rooflights.

The step-by-step process must be followed in numerical order to ensure the installation is correct. Every 
project is different therefore it may be necessary to adapt the installation to suit the structure.

What you need to know about the 

What you need to know about the neo Advance Skywalk™::
- It should be installed in plane with the finished walk-on surface ensuring there is no potential for water 
pooling.
- The following installation details pertain to a timber deck over a membrane roof finish, installed on an 
insulated timber kerb. 

All of the images in this guide are diagrammatic (with some components omitted for clarity).  They 
should be used as a reference. Installation instructions are regularly reviewed and we reserve the right 
to update or amend these details without alteration to this guide.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

To achieve the maximum service life from the neo Advance Skywalk™

 

rooflight it is important that 

scheduled care and maintenance is undertaken. Please note that the guarantee will become void if the 
procedures outlined in this manual and the separately supplied maintenance manual are not adhered 
to. Please refer to the Operations and Maintenance Guide for further details.

ADVISORY

    Standard rooflight. All the information provided in this document refers to a standard    
    specification neo Advance Skywalk™ rooflight.

    Install in accordance with national building regulations / codes. This manual is an installation 
    suggestion and installers should verify ‘fitness for purpose’ in accordance with all applicable 
    regulations / standards at time of installation.

    Structural supports for the neo Advance Skywalk™ rooflight are to be 
    designed and supervised during construction by the rooflight installer or project structural 
    engineer.  Nothing in this manual constitutes a structural proposal.  Sizing / positioning of 
    structural supports should be determined by the projects suitably qualified structural engineer.

Summary of Contents for neo Advance Skywalk

Page 1: ... info therooflightcompany co uk 01993 833155 Trusted by architects respected by builders loved by homeowners Installation Guide neo Advance SkywalkTM Rooflight LA032 A Form QD334 Revision 1 Date Created May 21 Last Reviewed June 21 ...

Page 2: ...e the right to update or amend these details without alteration to this guide CARE AND MAINTENANCE To achieve the maximum service life from the neo Advance Skywalk rooflight it is important that scheduled care and maintenance is undertaken Please note that the guarantee will become void if the procedures outlined in this manual and the separately supplied maintenance manual are not adhered to Plea...

Page 3: ...light the rooflight fixing kit and a printed copy of this installation manual Ensure you check the rooflight for any damage PRIOR to commencing the installation Report any damage to the courier and inform the Rooflight Company Please recycle the cardboard box appropriately We recommend you retain the installation manual for future reference Clip Covers Pallet with kerb ...

Page 4: ...ated imposed load 2 0kN Tested to BS 7976 2 2002 A1 2013 Pendulum testers Method of operation where slip resistance Slide 55 barefoot Avg PTV Dry 98 Avg PTV Wet 37 Slider 96 typical shoe sole Avg PTV Dry 66 Avg PTV Wet 47 The soft body impact test uses a 300mm diameter cylindrical bag filled with sand with a mass of 45kg Dropped from a height of 1200mm producing an impact energy of at least 530J T...

Page 5: ...iction contaminants e g oil grease liquid soap algae Follow the maintenance instruc tions and ensure the outer glass face is clean and free of all contaminants debris Do not clean the product with harsh or abrasive chemicals this can impede the performance of the slip resistant coating and be detrimental to sealants paint cover ing and glass interlayers INTENDED USES As per the declared product pe...

Page 6: ... height 3a The kerb width including internal finish and external covering must be no greater than 130mm See detailed installation in Appendix A for more information 3b The kerb height should be constructed in accordance with the guidance provided in BS6229 Deck must be installed after rooflight Timber upstand insulation Decking Decking joists Kerb upstand insulation Roof deck Insulation Plasterboa...

Page 7: ...iling joists Timber kerb upstand Kerb upstand insulation Vapour barrier 2a The example structure detailed in step 1 is shown below in 2D sectional view All components detailed are supplied by others 4a Measure kerb across corners to check dimensional accuracy 4b Ensure kerb top is in plane with the finished walk on surface Ventilation path if required ...

Page 8: ...recommend low modulus neutral cure silicone sealant 8a Drill pilot holes into the timber kerb through the pre drilled holes in the rooflight frame fixing channel 8a With packers in place behind the fixing channel secure the rooflight frame using the wood screws provided Do not overtighten screws or deform the rooflight frame Ensure packer is in place before tightening screws ...

Page 9: ...sure cill of rooflight is orientated at the lower end of the kerb fall Step 8 Fitting the cover trim The cover trim has a top and bottom face please take note of the orientation when attaching the trim profiles 9a Push the cover trim on to the frame An audible click will be heard when fully fitted Press along the entire length of the trim to ensure it is fully engaged onto the rooflight frame 9b R...

Page 10: ...ve any dirt that may have accumulated during the installation process Ensure there are no contaminants on the glazing or painted frame For any queries regarding installation please contact The Rooflight Company or visit www therooflightcompany co uk 10a Secure the vapour barrier into the plasterboard recess in the rooflight frame ...

Page 11: ...inish C C1 DETAIL VIEW C2 SECTION VIEW C C1 11a Insert the plasterboard into the recess in the rooflight frame Ensure the vapour barrier is held in position between the rooflight frame and the plasterboard Skim as required ...

Page 12: ...A Appendix A Installation section neo Advance Skywalk 3 ply ...

Page 13: ...B Appendix B Installation section neo Advance Skywalk 2 ply ...

Page 14: ...NOTES PAGE ...

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Page 16: ...teration to technical literature All drawings and designs are the Copyright and Design right of The Metal Window Company Ltd MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Assessed to ISO 9001 2015 LPCB Ref 929 bsi The Rooflight Company Shipton under Wychwood Insulating Glass Units No KM 93754 BS EN 1279 2 2002 BS En 1279 3 2002 Scan the QR code to leave a review Installation Guide neo Advance SkywalkTM Rooflight Please regi...

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