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Tau+ On-Roof System Installation Manual

1. 12 Installing Rails for Portrait Layout of the Modules 5 3 Placing the Side Fixing Clips Mounting steps gt Insert the side fixing clip in the side channel e Press the clip onto the side of the high bead and make sure that it makes even contact and that it is hooked in correctly in the side channel of the rail e The side fixing clips are fastened to opposite sides of the high bead Material damage due to incorrect mounting aLI Incorrectly mounted fixing clips can pull out e When inserting the fixing clips always ensure the correct fit of the clip in the channel 5 4 Placing the Top Fixing Clips Mounting steps e Place the fixing clip from above on to the EPDM and the lateral fixing channel of the rail e Place the opposite clip Remember to use the longer EPDM pieces of 80x20x1 mm Material damage due to incorrect mounting AUTION un Incorrectly mounted fixing clips can pull out e When inserting the fixing clips always ensure the correct fit of the clamp in the rail channel ets F b Ei ii j 7 7 N fo Da iE a Image 5 5 1 4 r F Damage to the building and the PV system due to incorrect mounting CAUTION Incorrect distance between the fixing clips can cause damage to the building and the PV system e When fastening the fixing clips to the rails make sure to adhere to the distances defined in the calculation tool or the project specific analysis e Distinguish
2. mounting systems 810 0107 mounting systems Contents 1 Introduction 1 1 Short Description Tau The innovative 1 2 About These Instructions trapezoidal solution with a plus 1 3 Warnings 1 4 Safety 2 Technical Description 2 1 System Overview S 2 2 Components E 2 3 Technical Data gt E 3 Important Mounting Information 3 1 Conditions of Use 2 3 2 Mounting Preparations ri 3 3 Mounting Aids and Required Tools amp 3 4 On the Mounting Descriptions 4 Planning the Module Area for a Portrait Layout of the Modules 5 Mounting Profile Rails for Portrait Mounting of the Modules 5 1 Placing the EPDMs 5 2 Positioning and Alignment of the Profile Rails 5 3 Placing the Side Trapezoid Clamp 5 4 Placing the Top Trapezoid Clamp 5 5 Fastening the Profile Rail 5 6 Connecting Profile Rails 5 7 Securing the Profile Rails From Excessive Slipping Tau MA ENG 1309 OAA A W W NNN N N NNN 10 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 6 1 6 2 0 3 6 4 9 1 1 2 9 a 9 4 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation Mounting Clickstones Fastening the Modules on the Outer Side Fastening the Modules on the Inner Side Fastening Additional Module Rows Planning the Module Area for Landscape Mounting of the Modules Mounting of Profile Rails for Landscape Mounting of the Modules Mounting Modules Laterally Mounting Clickstones Fastening the Modules on the Outer Side Fastening the Modules on t
3. Rail connectors are provided for linking individual rails There are two different types of connectors with Image 6 1 1 and without screws for a bonded connection between the rails Mounting steps e Insert the connector into the first rail Slide the next rail onto the placed connector Image 6 1 2 e When using the rail connector with bonding option tighten the two pre mounted screws Taut Installation Manual Note The connected rail tracks should not exceed a length of 12 m Thereafter Image 6 1 3 an expansion joint approx 5 cm must be considered Do not install modules over the expansion joint Image 6 1 4 Image 6 1 5 Image 6 1 6 14 Installing the Base Rails 5 7 Securing the Profile Rails against excessive lateral shift The rails must be secured in their position The clips used allow the rail to expand lengthwise which would e g occur during fluctuation in temperature In order to secure the position of the rails and still allow for expansion a position lock is inserted at the side of the rail ends Rows of rails which are connected with connectors only need to be secured once with two position locks Image 5 7 1 Individual rails must be provided with two position locks each Mounting steps e Place one lock at each end of a row of rails e Keep a distance of approx 2 cm to the last fixing clip Image 5 7 2 Image 5 7 3 Insta
4. Technical Data Risk of fatal injury from damage JN to roof DANGER Excessive loads can severely damage the roof Before mounting and installation please make sure that the building and especially the roof cladding meet the increased structural requirements for the PV system and the mounting operation ecce i ee Risk of fatal injury from JN falling objects BENGER Parts falling from the roof can result in serious injuries or death e Before commencing with the installation please ensure that the material used meets the structural requirements of the site 3 2 Mounting Preparations Mounting System GmbH recommends that you inquire about the local conditions before ordering the Tau In particular acquaint yourself with Roof condition e g bead distance and bead height The thickness and the material of the trapezoidal sheet The quality and the condition of the trapezoidal sheet Adequate fastening of the trapezoidal sheet to the substructure 3 3 Mounting Aids and Required Tools For the installation of the mounting system you will require the following tools Allen key 5 mm hexagon socket drill bit 5mm Cordless screwdriver Drill bit for cordless screwdriver TX30 Angle grinder with metal cutting disc Chalk line Spirit level Yard stick tape measure Lifting gear e g aerial lifts carrying straps Suction lifter If required Spacer gauge for landscape installation 3 4 On
5. Mounting steps e Insert the Clickstone of the module clamp into the channel of the rail e Push the module clamp all the way to the frame of the already mounted module e Push the second module to the module clamp and align Tighten the screw torque 8 Nm and thus clamp the modules eoceceere oe eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee e ee eee eee eeeeee Material damage due to incorrect mounting CAUTION Incorrectly fastened modules can fall and be damaged e Make sure the Clickstones click in correctly e Push the module clamp all the way to the module Adhere to the stipulated torque when tightening the screw e Check the module fits tightly after mounting Material damage due to incorrect mounting CAUTION Overloaded thin sheet metal screws can pull out e Pay attention to correct positioning of the module clamp The Clickstone must be positioned between the two thin sheet metal screws of the rail element 9 4 Fastening Additional Module Rows Mounting steps Slide the modules of the other columns sideways to the modules of the outer row For optical reasons you can also keep a distance between the module columns Note E L Use e g a module clamp as a gt distance gauge This way you will achieve identical horizontal and Image 9 4 1 vertical distances between the modules 2 lt e Fasten the modules analogously
6. Size of module array oO S Position of the module array Distance between roof fixing t points 2 Standards amp Supporting profiles Hooks small parts Colour Warranty Pitched roof on roof Suitable for most types of roof cladding Up to 60 Up to 20 m Framed Landscape portrait Any size possible No special requirements Up to 2m Eurocode 1 Action on structures Eurocode 9 Design of aluminium structures Extruded Aluminium EN AW 6063 T66 Stainless steel V2A Aluminium plate finish on request Visible components available in back 10 Years 1 Different maximum values may apply depending on site building choice of roof fixations and module type Using the Tau calculation tool you can have the exact values for your specific project calculated quickly and easily 2 Due to thermal expansion of the material we recommend an interruption of the array after 12 m 3 Please find the exact terms in the Mounting Systems GmbH warranty document 6 Technical Description 3 Important Installation Information 3 1 Conditions of Use The Tau on roof system is designed with different rail and roof fasteners in accordance with Eurocode 1 DIN EN 1991 1 1 for various maximum loads The suitability of the material must therefore be verified for each system e g by means of the Tau configuration tool Please also observe the suitability constraints which are listed in Chapter 2 3
7. between and adhere to the possibly differing distances in the centre and at the edges of the roof eoeerece reece eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee 5 5 Fastening the Rails Note Do not fasten all rails at once but alternate between installation steps 5 5 and 5 6 Mount the individual rails which have been connected with a connector Mounting steps e Fasten the fixing clips on the side or on the top with the supplied thin sheet metal screws 5 5x25 mm with sealing washer Make sure not to over tighten the screws The appropriate tightening torque depends on the strength and the material of the trapezoidal sheet Damage to building from leaking Incorrectly mounted fixing clips and thin sheet metal screws can lead to leaks CAUTION e Check that the fixing clips sit evenly on the high bead e Make sure that the AluFix seal between the high bead and the clip has a clean fit e When mounting the top fixing clips make sure the EPDMs are set correctly eoeeeree eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee ee eee e Material damage due to incorrect mounting CAUTION Incorrectly mounted thin sheet metal screws can pull out e Fasten the thin sheet metal screws tightly but do not overtighten Installing Rails for Portrait Layout of the Modules 13 Taut Installation Manual 5 6 Connecting Rails Note
8. clip with which the module clamps are fastened in the profile rail You only need an Allen key 5 mm for the mounting You can insert the Clickstone from above into the channel of the rail Tau Installation Manual Mounting steps e Insert the Clickstone at a slight angle into the rail channel e Push the Clickstone down Make sure you hear the Clickstone clicking into the rail o 0000000000000 eee eee eee eee eee eee Tr Tr Tr TE TE 0 o amp Note The shape of the Clickstone corresponds exactly to the profile of the rail channel It has been consciously constructed not to run easily in order to prevent unintentional slipping for vertical rail tracks To move the Clickstone press lightly on the bolt from above and move the stone sideways by applying a little pressure pressure 1010100000000 ee Image 9 1 1 Tighten the hexagon socket bolt with a torque of 8 Nm 24 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation or 0000000101000 Tr Tr Tr Tree Tr Tr Tr Tr T Tr TFT TFT TFT TFT TFT T TFT T TFT T T T T T T T T T T T T TE Note Material damage due The lugs on the inside of the i to incorrect installation Clickstone are designed in such a way CAUTION that once the bolt has been Incorrectly mounted Clickstones can tightened they prevent a click out become loose as a result PV mechanically Accordingly the bolt modules can fall and be damaged must first be unscrewed to above the l
9. required according to local conditions in accordance with Eurocode 1 DIN EN 1991 1 1 Eurocode 9 DIN EN 1999 1 1 8 Planning the Module Area for a Portrait Layout of the Modules eececeere eee eee eee eee Risk of fatal injury from damage to roof Excessive loads can severely damage the roof e Before mounting and installation please make sure that the building and especially the roof construction meets the increased structural requirements resulting from the PV system and the assembly operation CC 0000000000000 LT TE Tee DIL Bar Bar Dur Bar ur Sr eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ya Bar ar ar Ser er Ber er Er Er Er Er Er ur Risk of fatal injury from falling objects Parts falling from the roof can result in serious injuries or death e Before any mounting or installation please make sure that the material used is suitable for the building structure and meets the structural requirements applicable on site Y Image 4 1 1 Height of the module field Number of modules vertically x module length desired clearances 2 Width of the module field Number of modules horizontally x module width 19 mm 41 mm 3 Vertical distance of the rail in accordance with the clamping points defined by the module manufacturer Approx quarter points of the modules 1 2 x module length 4 Horizontal distance of the fixing clips According to the plan depending on the trapezoidal shee
10. system Tau and must be adhered to for each installation 2 Introduction It is crucial to carefully read these Mounting Instructions as well as all applicable documents prior to carrying out any installation maintenance or disassembly work You are provided with all the information required for the safe and complete mounting maintenance and disassembly Should you have any questions please contact Mounting System GmbH User Group Mounting Systems GmbH s installation instructions are intended for the following persons user group e Skilled personnel e Instructed personnel Skilled personnel Skilled personnel are individuals who on the basis of their professional training are able to execute installation maintenance and disassembly work appropriately Instructed personnel Instructed personnel are individuals who have been instructed and taught appropriately regarding the assigned tasks and the possible risks in the event of improper conduct An instructed individual must have received instructions regarding the required safety policies precautions relevant regulations accident prevention regulations as well as operating conditions and must have demonstrated his her competence The implemented work must be approved by skilled personnel Orientation Guide The following visual aids will make installation easier Pictograms This symbol indicates important information and useful tips This symbol indicates ti
11. the module frame Tighten the screw torque 8 Nm and thus clamp the module eoocereecece eee eee eee eee eee Tr eee ees Tr TTTTTrTTTTTTTTTT TTTe e Material damage due to incorrect mounting CAUTION Incorrectly fastened modules can fall and be damaged e Make sure the Clickstones click in correctly e Push the module end clamp all the way to the module Adhere to the stipulated torque when tightening the screw e Check the module fits tightly after mounting Image 9 2 5 CD ecoereeec ee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee see eee eee e ee eee eee eee eee seeeeeee Material damage due to incorrect Image 9 2 6 Image 9 2 7 AN mounting CAUTION Tau Installation Manual Overloaded thin sheet metal screws can pull out e Pay attention to correct positioning of the module end clamp The Clickstone must be positioned between the two thin sheet metal screws of the rail element Image 9 2 8 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation 27 Tau Installation Manual Image 9 3 1 mounting systems Image 9 3 2 Image 9 3 3 Correct position of the module clamp positioned so as to sit between the thin sheet metal screws Image 9 3 4 Image 9 3 5 Image 9 2 6 Image 9 3 7 28 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation 9 3 Fastening the Modules on the Inner Side Two module clamps are fastened between two modules
12. astening the Modules on the Outer Side The margin modules of the PV system for portrait mounting the left and right module column are fastened on the outer side with two module end clamps each Mounting steps e Place and align an outer module The rail must protrude the module by 30 mm Insert the Clickstone of the module end clamp into the channel of the rail e Push the module end clamp right to the module frame Tighten the bolt torque 8 Nm and thus clamp the module eoceceer ec eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee e ee eee eee eeeeee A Material damage due N to incorrect mounting Caon Incorrectly fastened modules can fall and become damaged e Make sure the Clickstones click in correctly e Push the module end clamp all the way to the module e Adhere to the stipulated torque when tightening the bolt e Check the module fits tightly after mounting 0000000000000 00T ee 6 3 Fastening the Modules on the Inner Side Two module clamps are fastened between two modules Mounting steps e Insert the Clickstone of the module clamp into the rail channel of the rail e Push the module clamp all the way to the frame Image 6 3 1 of the already mounted module e Push the second module to the module clamp and align Tighten the bolt torque 8 Nm and thus clamp the modules Taut Installation Manual Co 0101100111011 1111010101111 11er een
13. exagon socket bolt with a torque of 8 Nm or 0000000101000 Tr Tr Tr Tree Tr Tr Tr Tr T Tr TFT TFT TFT TFT TFT T TFT T TFT T T T T T T T T T T T T TE Note Material damage due The lugs on the inside of the i to incorrect installation Clickstone are designed in such a way CAUTION that once the bolt has been Incorrectly mounted Clickstones can tightened they prevent a click out become loose as a result PV mechanically Accordingly the bolt modules can fall and be damaged must first be unscrewed to above the lugs before the Clickstone can be e Mount all Clickstone removed from the rail by pressing connections in accordance with the sides of the stone together and the instructions lifting Ce i Tr Tr Tr Tr Tree 0001000000011 eee eee eee eee ee eee eee Tr Tr TE TE eee ee eee 0 Material damage caused by defor med Clickstones En tan If clearly deformed Clickstones are used the safety of the module fastening is not guaranteed PV modules can fall and be damaged Taut Installation Manual e Only use Clickstones where the lugs are parallel to each other and you can clearly hear them clicking into the rail channel e Replace deformed Clickstones prior to installation Image 6 1 2 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation 17 Tau Installation Manual mounting systems Image 6 2 1 Image 6 2 2 Image 6 2 3 18 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation 6 2 F
14. he Inner Side Fastening Additional Module Rows 16 16 18 19 20 21 22 24 24 26 28 29 Contents 1 Tau Installation Manual Tau Installation Manual mounting systems 1 Introduction 1 1 Short Description The Tau on roof system is a robust racking system for the mounting of PV modules on trapezoidal sheet roofs It consists of aluminium support rails and all necessary small parts for the fastening of the modules on to the rails as well as for the connection of the components with each other The Tau allows for both portrait and landscape installation of the modules 1 2 About These Instructions Content These instructions describe the installation of the on roof system Tau and all system specific information for planning components and safety The drawings in the first part of the instructions show the portrait installation of framed modules The landscape version is treated separately from chapter 7 onwards Applicable Documents In addition to this document the document Mounting Instructions for PV Mounting Systems General Part is part of each product delivery This document describes the general applicable information for Mounting Systems product range on standardisation safety transport maintenance disassembly and disposal Both the present Mounting Instructions and the Mounting Instructions for PV Mounting Systems General Part are an integral part of the mounting
15. in all actions you carry out please observe the specific safety instructions which precede the process steps in the present mounting instructions Introduction 3 Tau Installation Manual mounting systems 2 Technical Description The design of the individual system components can vary This depends on 2 1 System Overview e Roof type In the following all system components Type of module are described e Number of modules and configuration e Local conditions Taut Installation Manual Image 2 1 1 a b c d e 4 Technical Description Roof Lateral fixing clip Module clamp Module end clamp EPDM Image 2 2 1 2 2 Components In the following all system components of the Tau are shown which can be included in the scope of the delivery The exact scope of the delivery and the number of individual components depends on your order a Tau Rail b Tau Rail for landscape installation with pre mounted EPDM c Tau side fixing clip with AluFix seal d Tau top fixing clip e Thin sheet metal screw 5 5x25mm Taut Installation Manual f Tau Connector g Tau Connector with grounding option h EPDM 80 mm for top fixing clip or 40 mm for side fixing clip i Module clamp j Module end clamp k Position lock Technical Description 5 mounting systems 2 3 Technical Data Application Roof cladding Roof slope Building height PV modules Module orientation
16. lanning the Module Area for a Landscape Layout of the Modules 21 Tau Installation Manual mounting systems 8 Installing Rails for Landscape Layout of the Modules For landscape installation rail pieces of a length of 100 mm GS 1 15 CS are installed EPDM strips are pre mounted and no longer need to be set The rails are directly fastened to the high bead with two thin sheet metal screws N Risk of fatal injury due to falling DANGER Fate from the roof can result in serious injuries or death e Please wear the statutory protective equipment e Secure yourself against falling e Do not perform any work in strong winds 22 Installing Rails for Landscape Layout of the Modules DANGER Risk of fatal injury from falling objects Parts falling from the roof can result in serious injuries or death e Block off the hazard area on the ground prior to the installation work to prevent falling objects injuring persons e Make sure that no parts can fall off the roof e Please wear the statutory protective equipment e Do not stay in the hazard area Do not perform any work in strong winds e After completion of the installation check the mounting system and the modules for a tight fit Mounting steps e Determine the position of the rails on the trapezoidal sheet taking into account the high bead distance and the permitted clamping points of the PV modules used e Mark the position of the short rail
17. le clamping points of the PV modules used e Mark the position of the EPDMs on each high bead with the aid of a chalk line Stick an EPDM strip onto each high bead on which Image 5 1 1 the rails rest e For the fixation of the rails with side fixing clips EPDM 40x20x1 mm is used for the top fixing clips TH HS SI ht 1 use EPDM 80x20x1 mm Make sure that the rail is not positioned on callottes The rail position might have to be adapted accordingly taking the clamping area of the modules into account Image 5 1 2 10 Installing Rails for Portrait Layout of the Modules Image 5 2 1 5 2 Positioning and Alignment of the Rails Mounting steps e Position the total rail length and perform any necessary rail cuts e Place the rails on the applied EPDMs Align the rails by using a chalk line or spirit level Note Connected rail tracks should not exceed a length of 12 m The total rail length required depends on the width of the module field see Chapter 4 The permissible cantilever overhanging of the loose rail ends over the last positioning on a high bead is limited to a maximum of 17 5 cm Do not exceed this limit If necessary cut rails accordingly or use connectors Installing Rails for Portrait Layout of the Modules 11 Tau Installation Manual Taut Installation Manual mounting systems Image 5 3 1 Image 5 3 2 Image 5 4 1 Image 5 4 2
18. lling Rails for Portrait Layout of the Modules 15 Tau Installation Manual mounting systems Image 6 1 1 16 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation 6 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation The modules are mounted to the rails one by one Mounting Systems GmbH recommends mounting the modules starting from one side Module clamps and module end clamps are used for the fastening of the modules The module end clamps can hold one module each The module clamps are positioned between two modules 6 1 Mounting Clickstones Clickstones are used for the installation of the modu les The Clickstone is a special clip with which the module clamps are fastened to the rail You only need an Allen key 5 mm for the mounting You can insert the Clickstone from above into the channel of the rail Mounting steps e Insert the Clickstone at a slight angle into the rail channel e Push the Clickstone down Make sure you hear the Clickstone clicking into the rail 0000000000000 eee eee eee eee eee ees eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee ee eee eee eee eee eeeee Note The shape of the Clickstone corresponds exactly to the profile of the rail channel It has been consciously constructed not to run easily in order to prevent unintentional slipping for vertical rail tracks To move the Clickstone press lightly on the bolt from above and move the stone sideways by applying a little pressure CD e Tighten the h
19. nee pooo Material damage due to incorrect mounting AUTION Image 6 3 2 Ba Incorrectly fastened modules can fall and become damaged e Make sure the Clickstones click in correctly e Push the module clamp all the way to the module e Adhere to the stipulated torque when tightening the bolt e Check the modules fits tightly after mounting Image 6 3 3 EEE Image 6 3 4 Image 6 3 5 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation 19 mounting systems 6 4 Fastening Additional Module Rows Mounting steps e Push the modules in the upper rows from above down to the modules in the lower rows For optical reasons you can also keep a distance to the lower module F Note 2 i L Use e g a module clamp as a Image 6 4 1 spacer gauge This way you will achieve identical horizontal and verticaldistances between modules 0000000100810 10T Tee Taut Installation Manual e Fasten the modules analogously to the 1st row with module end clamps and module clamps see 6 2 and 6 3 Image 6 4 2 20 Mounting Modules in portrait orientation 7 Planning the Module Area for a Landscape Layout of the Modules For landscape installation short rail pieces GS 1 15 CS of a length of 100 mm are installed The distances are determined by the dimensions of the modules to be installed as well as the high bead distance The clamping points stipulated by the module manufacturer must be adhered
20. ps and tricks to make L processes easier 1 3 Warnings The warnings used in these Mounting Instructions indicate safety related information They include Warning symbols pictograms Signal words for the identification of the hazard level Information about the type and source of the hazard e Information about potential consequences in case of the hazard being disregarded Measures for the prevention of hazards and the prevention of injuries or damage to property The signal words of the warnings respectively indicate one of the following hazard levels Indicates a great and extraordinary 1N danger which may result in death DANGER or serious injury if ignored Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which may result WARNING to serious or medium injury or damage to the property Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which may result in CAUTION minor injuries or damage to the property if ignored Indicates potential danger which can result in damage ATTENTION to the property 1 4 Safety All generally applicable safety regulations for products of Mounting System GmbH can be viewed in the document Installation Instructions for PV Mounting Systems General Part Please read this document carefully and adhere to the instructions only use the system for its intended purpose comply with the obligations of the building owner and follow both the general and specific safety instructions In addition
21. s on each high bead with the aid of a chalk line Make sure that Image 8 1 the chalk line has an angle of exactly 90 to the high beads Start from the bottom with the first row and position the rail pieces precisely parallel to the beads on the high beads e Fasten the profile rail pieces with two thin sheet metal pieces each in the trapezoidal sheet Tau Installation Manual e Mount the further rows of rail pieces in the same Image 8 2 manner Make sure to keep the correct vertical distances between the rail pieces or 0001000010001 ee eee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee A Material damage due to incorrect mounting AUTION ln Incorrectly fastened thin sheet metal screws can pull out Image 8 3 Image 8 4 e Fasten the thin sheet metal screws tightly but do not over tighten Image 8 5 Installing Rails for Landscape Layout of the Modules 23 mounting systems 9 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation The modules are mounted on the rails one by one Mounting Systems GmbH recommends mounting the modules in columns from the bottom to the top Module clamps and module end clamps are used for the fastening of the modules The module end clamps can hold one module each The module clamps are positioned between two modules 9 1 Mounting Clickstones Clickstones are used for the installation of the modules The Clickstone is a special
22. t and the structural calculations 5 Distance between the modules 17 19 mm Layout required according to local conditions in accordance with Eurocode 1 DIN EN 1991 1 1 Eurocode 9 DIN EN 1999 1 1 Planning the Module Area for a Portrait Layout of the Modules 9 Tau Installation Manual mounting systems 5 Installing Rails for Portrait Layout of the Modules Ce 0000100010101 Tre Tr TrTr Tr TTTrTTTTTTTT T TT T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T E T T T T T T T Risk of fatal injury due to falling Risk of fatal injury from falling objects Falling from the roof can result in DANGER De DANGER serious injuries or death Parts falling from the roof can result in serious injuries or death e Please wear the statutory S protective equipment e Block off the hazard area on the e Secure yourself against falling ground prior to the mounting work e Do not perform any work in to prevent falling objects injuring strong winds persons e Ensure that no parts can fall off 2 EN ee the roof rs e Please wear the statutory protective amp equipment Do not stay in the hazard area e Do not perform any work in strong winds e After completion of the installation check the racking system and the modules for a tight fit 5 1 Placing the EPDMs Mounting steps e Determine the position of the rails on the trapezoidal sheet taking into account the permissib
23. the Mounting Descriptions In the following chapters all steps for the planning and installation of the Tau are listed in the correct sequence Chapters 4 5 and 6 describe the installation steps for a portrait layout of the modules chapters 7 8 and 9 describe the installation steps for a landscape installation Please adhere to the mounting steps listed here and be sure to follow the safety instructions Important Installation Information 7 Taut Installation Manual Taut Installation Manual mounting systems 4 Planning the Module Area for a Portrait Layout of the Modules AN For portrait installation the profile rails are fastened to the beads of the trapezoidal sheet by means DANGER of fixing clips The clips must be mounted with a defined distance which depends on the material and thickness of the trapezoidal sheet the distance to the high beads the position on the roof and the on site conditions The layout is defined by the design in the configuration tool or by project related structural analyses Taking the above mentioned points into account the fixing clips must be placed in such a way that they are as close as possible to the module clamps When positioning the fixing clips take into oo 0000001000000 eee account that The specified dimensions are approximate values AN e The dimensions of the trapezoidal sheet and the high beads define the true horizontal distance DANGER Layout
24. to The distances between the rails are derived as follows Image 7 1 1 Height of the module field Number of modules vertically x module width 19 mm 41 mm Width of the module field Number of modules horizontally x module length desired clearances Module length Module width 6 DD Dur Br Bar Bar Bar ya Bar Bar ar Ser eee eee eee eee Zar Bar er Bar Bar Bar Zr Baer Bar eee eee eee ar Teer ya Bar er Zar Se Bar ar er Te ar Zur er Bar Bar Kar zer er Er Er Er Er Er Er Er Er Er ur ur er A Risk of fatal injury from damage to roof DANGER Excessive loads can severely damage the roof e Before mounting and installation please make sure that the building and especially the roof cladding meets the increased structural requirements for the PV system and the mounting operation Taut Installation Manual Risk of fatal injury from falling objects CANGEN Parts falling from the roof can result in serious injuries or death e Before commencing with the installation please ensure that the material used meets the structural requirements of the site Vertical distance between two rail sections Width of the module minus 82mm clear distance between the rail pieces tolerance 1mm Distance between the modules 17 19 mm Horizontal distance between the rail pieces of a module column approx 1 2 x module length depending on the bead grid the rail pieces must be positioned on the high beads P
25. to the 1st column with module end clamps and module clamps see 9 2 and 9 3 Image 9 4 2 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation 29 mounting systems Mounting Systems GmbH Mittenwalder Stra e 9a D 15834 Rangsdorf Tel 49 0 33708 529 0 Fax 49 0 33708 529 199 info mounting systems com www mounting systems com Subject to technical alterations 2013 Mounting Systems GmbH
26. ugs before the Clickstone can be e Mount all Clickstone removed from the rail by pressing connections in accordance with the sides of the stone together and the instructions lifting Cr 0 0000000000000 0010100010001 Tr Tr Tr Tr Tr Tr Tee 0001000000001 eee eee eee eee eee eee Tr Tr Tr Tr T T ee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee 0 Material damage caused by deformed Clickstones En tan If clearly deformed Clickstones are used the safety of the module fastening is not guaranteed PV modules can fall and be damaged Tau Installation Manual e Only use Clickstones where the lugs are parallel to each other and you can clearly hear them clicking into the rail channel e Replace deformed Clickstones prior to installation Image 9 1 2 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation 25 Taut Installation Manual mounting systems Image 9 2 1 Image 9 2 2 Image 9 2 3 Correct position of the module end clamp Positioned so as to sit between the thin sheet metal screws Image 9 2 4 26 Mounting Modules in Landscape orientation 9 2 Fastening the Modules on the Outer Side The margin modules of the PV system for landscape mounting the top and bottom module row are fastened on the outer side with two module end clamps each Mounting steps e Insert the Clickstone of the module end clamp in the channel of the rail e Place and align the module e Push the module end clamp right to

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