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9910048 RevC

February 2020

Table of Contents

clawFR 5 Degree

Installation Manual

ANSI/UL 2703

System Fire Class Rating: Class A for low slope roofs with Type I & Type II Modules

Mechanical Load Rating: See

Appendix B: UL 2703 Grounding

Introduction & Safety Overview

System Components

Tools, Torque, Construction Aid &
Accessories

Construction Aid Setup

Build Assemblies

Build North Array Row

Build Remaining Rows

Place Ballast

Install Module Low Side

Install Module High Side

Continue Installing Modules

Install Deflectors

Cam & Lock Claw Inspection

Electrical Grounding

Appendix A-F

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Summary of Contents for clawFR 5 Degree

Page 1: ...ndix B UL 2703 Grounding Introduction Safety Overview 2 System Components 3 Tools Torque Construction Aid Accessories 4 Construction Aid Setup 5 Build Assemblies 6 Build North Array Row 7 Build Remain...

Page 2: ...g the installation of PanelClaw mounting systems or any other aspect of the work being performed Before beginning work installers should refer to all local and federal safety health and regulatory req...

Page 3: ...more details System Components PAGE 3 M6x16mm Bolt 2000697 Wind Deflector 2000899 01 02 03 04 2000699 01 02 03 Cam Claw 2000673 Hardware Kit for Mechanical Attachment Strut 5000223 For Fully Attached...

Page 4: ...Optional Accessories Shim Pad 5000228 Optimizer Attachment 5000509 Wire Router 500022501 Base Pad 2000678 4 allowable during installation Wire Clip 5000226 PAGE 4 Spacer Stick and Cam Spacer Kit 5000...

Page 5: ...truction Set 1 1 Assemble the Spacer Stick and adjust to L S dimensions All dimensions are measured from the Base centerlines 1 2 Insert the bolt and adjust the Cam Spacer to the Cam Spacing dimension...

Page 6: ...ector and Base ALERT Note location of orientation marker on Base Tip Base length may vary depending on the row spacing option Tip Immediately tighten bolts to 6 ft lb which are at the Tilt Arm end of...

Page 7: ...acings are between modules S L Tip L S R and AEBE dimensions are found in the Racking Construction Set Spacer Stick S L ALERT To ensure system alignment use the Spacer Stick to align Module Connectors...

Page 8: ...e Spacer Stick to align Module Connectors before securing Rails ALERT See Appendix F for instructions on installing Rails on array edges with breaks PAGE 8 Place Middle or South assemblies onto Assemb...

Page 9: ...g vibration from activities within or nearby the structure bend the Rail tabs to secure Ballast ALERT Install Mechanical Attachments before going to next step See 9910047 Accessories Installation Manu...

Page 10: ...e Racking Construction Set Tip Installing modules starting at the south array edge provides more working room and speeds installation ALERT Do not leave modules in vertical position go immediately to...

Page 11: ...NGAGED Tilt Arm Tongue Lock Claw Rotate module down and rest the module frame on the top of the Tilt Arms Tip Make sure the Tilt Arms are fully raised 7 1 Pull the Tilt Arm forward until the Lock Claw...

Page 12: ...9910048 RevC February 2020 PAGE 12 7 Continue Installing Modules Use Cam Claw as spacer to set spacing between adjacent modules...

Page 13: ...es Tip On array edge Deflectors can be installed flush to module array edge Tip Adjacent Deflectors will overlap adjacent deflector not shown Consult the Racking Construction Set for deflector require...

Page 14: ...ross the entire cFR platform Mark line on gauge to finish setup Use gauge to confirm full Lock Claw engagement line must be visible 9 Cam Lock Claw Inspection Inspect Cam side module connection Cam in...

Page 15: ...eed 30 amps Installers may opt to use multiple lugs per sub array for redundancy When grounding devices are installed according with the approved methodology and capacity below the connections describ...

Page 16: ...reduce exposure to fall hazards These may include personal fall arrest systems safety nets guardrails and flagged setbacks from all roof edges as outlined in OSHA Part 1926 Subpart M Fall Protection T...

Page 17: ...ty boots 5 Gloves 6 High visibility safety vest 7 Hearing protection If any PPE appears to be defective stop the use of such equipment immediately and ensure it is replaced before work continues Refer...

Page 18: ...accordance with the system installation instructions System Ground Path The system ground path grid is established throughout the array by the interconnection of system components Specifically in the...

Page 19: ...ppropriately sized Cu wire and a UL 467 listed Tyco Solarlok grounding assembly part number 2106831 1 manufactured by Tyco Electronics Corporation The conductor size should be selected in accordance w...

Page 20: ...the application UL2703 26 3B Roof slope is less than 2 per ft Wind Deflector is required on the Northern perimeter of the array The system has a Fire Class A rating for low slope roofs with Type II m...

Page 21: ...ons ALERT PV Module connection to Cam has not been evaluated to be in compliance with ANSI UL 2703 PAGE 21 System Ground Path The system ground path grid is established throughout the array by the int...

Page 22: ...e conductor size should be selected in accordance with NEC 690 45 and NEC 250 122 1 To ground the grid first determine the groupings of strings whose power output wiring is grounded together at an equ...

Page 23: ...GLY RECOMMENDED THAT INSTALLERS WEIGH SEVERAL BLOCKS ON SITE TO ENSURE BLOCK WEIGHTS MATCH THE WEIGHT OF THE BLOCKS SPECIFIED IN PANELCLAW S RACKING CONSTRUCTION SET DRAWINGS BLOCK WEIGHT VARIANCES LI...

Page 24: ...th the adjacent modules Module omitted Roof obstruction Rails are installed across the edge to connect row Bolts which are installed into a pre installed nut are tightened to 6 ft lb Bolts which are i...

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