STEP 5
Insert the reciprocating saw blade sideways at the three o’clock
position and start cutting the roofing nails up and around to the nine
o’clock position. This process removes the nails that will prevent the
flashing footprint from sliding up underneath the shingles.
STEP 8
At the 6:00 and 12:00 positions, caulk over the screw head, since
it will be exposed to the weather. Use remaining caulk to seal the
areas where the 4" slits were made and around the area where the
shingles meet with the raised area of the flashing.
STEP 9
Remove the screw located on each side of the solar panel bracket.
Adjust the solar panel to the position it will collect the most
sunlight throughout the day. Re-insert screws and tighten at the
desired position.
STEP 6
Caulk underside of flashing with the provided caulking material
(C)
. Two concentric rings of caulking material is sufficient.
NOTE:
Installation on tile roofs will require the use of a skirt.
19" HOLE
14" HOLE
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STEP 7
Taking care not to smear caulk on the exposed shingles, slide
flashing under tar paper and shin gles and force flashing up until
the shingles come in contact with the raised portion of the
flash ing. The bottom side of the flashing will be on top of the
shingles. Secure flashing with four Phillips head screws
(B)
at the
3:00, 6:00, 9:00 and 12:00 positions. The 3:00 and 9:00 positions
screws should go under the shingles. The 6:00 and 12:00 position
screws should go on top of the shingles.
STEP 4
19"HOLE:
With a razor knife, cut a four inch slit through the
shingles and tar paper at the three and nine o’clock position of the
flashing. This allows for the foot print of the flashing to be inserted
under the shingles.
14"HOLE:
Additional shingles may also need to be removed on
the high side towards the ridge to allow the flashing to slide over
the hole (see 14" HOLE Illustration above).
