Roof Mount Installation Guide
V1.3
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prior to commencing installation.
Under no circumstances shall DPA Solar be liable for special, indirect or consequential damages arising out of use of this product.
Introduction
DPA Solar racking when installed in accordance with this guide and applicable building
regulations will be structurally adequate and meet the requirements of AS/NZS1170.
It is important to note that the installer is responsible for the following:
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Complying with all applicable local or national building codes, including any that may
supersede this manual;
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Complying with all electrical, health and safety and other applicable regulations as
applicable to the location;
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Ensuring that DPA Solar racking and other products are appropriate for the particular
installation and the installation environment;
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Ensuring that the roof, its rafters, connections, and other structural support members can
support the array under building live load conditions;
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Ensuring that all screws and fixings have adequate pullout strength and shear capacities
as installed;
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Ensuring that loads other than wind are considered in the design. This document
addresses only wind loads on the assumption that wind produces the maximum load
factor affecting an installation. Verify that other local factors, such as snow loads and
earth quake effects, do not exceed the wind loads.
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Maintaining the waterproof integrity of the roof, including selection of appropriate
flashing;
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Fitting galvanic isolation where required to protect against dissimilar metals corrosion;
and
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Ensuring safe installation of all electrical aspects of the PV array.
This product is Warranted to be free from defective material and workmanship for a period of 10
years. Please visit www.dpasolar.com.au/support
for full warranty details.
