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ESDEC Clickfit Evo User Manual

ESDEC Clickfit Evo
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MANUAL
CLICKFIT EVO HANG-
ER BOLT
ARABIC TILES CORRUGATED
ROOF
STEEL ROOF BITUMEN EPDM
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ESDEC Clickfit Evo Specifications

General IconGeneral
MaterialAluminum
CategoryRacks & Stands
BrandESDEC
Product NameClickfit Evo
ApplicationSolar panel mounting
Weight CapacityVaries by configuration
AdjustabilityYes

Summary

Introduction

About This Document

Provides overview of manual content, target audience, and availability of latest version.

Other Relevant Documents

Lists essential documents for installation, including project plans and component manuals.

Symbols Used in This Manual

Explains the meaning of Warning, Caution, and Note symbols for safety and instruction emphasis.

Warranty and Liability

Liability

Manufacturer disclaims liability for damage or injury from non-compliance or negligence during installation.

Warranty

Details the 20-year product warranty and directs users to the website for terms and conditions.

Product Information

Intended Use

Describes the ClickFit EVO system's purpose for mounting solar panels on pitched roofs.

Improper Use

Specifies that the system is not suitable for roof types other than those explicitly mentioned.

Specifications

Lists technical parameters such as panel orientation, frame height, maximum area, and edge zone requirements.

Requirements for the Work Environment

Outlines prerequisites for the installation site, including roof condition and structural integrity.

System and Application

Components

Lists all system components and accessories with their corresponding article numbers for easy identification.

Application

Roof Application Guidelines

Provides a matrix for selecting panel and rail orientation based on roof material and structure type.

Safety

Personal Protective Equipment

Illustrates and lists essential PPE like helmets, glasses, gloves, and safety shoes for installers.

Safety Warnings and Regulations

Lists critical safety precautions, including working with a partner, avoiding strong winds, and using fall protection.

Installation

Preparation

Covers initial steps: inspecting the roof, verifying the project plan, checking components, and gathering tools.

Tool Requirements

Details the necessary tools for installation, including drills, wrenches, tape measures, and marking tools.

Drilling Specifications

Provides drill bit sizes and socket sizes for different hanger bolt types and roof structures.

Roof Cleaning and Preparation

Instructions for cleaning and tidying the roof surface prior to panel installation.

Panel Positioning on Roof

Guidance on determining solar panel placement, respecting edge distances from ridge, gutter, and sides.

Marking Mounting Rail Positions

Instructions for drawing lines and marking end points for mounting rail placement on the roof.

Marking Hanger Bolt Positions

Details on marking exact locations for hanger bolts, considering roof structures and thermal expansion.

Cutting Mounting Rails to Required Size

Explains how to calculate and cut mounting rails to the required length, including overhangs.

Optional: Rail Couplers

Describes the optional use of couplers to connect mounting rails for extended lengths.

Extending Mounting Rails

Guidance on extending mounting rails to the next structural support for proper end cap fitting.

Installing Hanger Bolts

Covers the process of installing hanger bolts, including pre-drilling for different substructures.

Predrill Holes (Wooden Substructure)

Specific instructions for pre-drilling holes in wooden purlins or trusses for hanger bolt installation.

Tighten the Hanger Bolt

Details on correctly tightening hanger bolts for various roof materials like bitumen, EPDM, and corrugated roofs.

Predrill Holes (Concrete Substructure)

Specific instructions for pre-drilling holes in concrete slabs or Arabic tiles for hanger bolt installation.

Using Chemical Anchors

Guidance on using chemical anchors to fix hanger bolts, emphasizing adherence to supplier instructions.

Insert Hanger Bolts & Harden

Steps for inserting hanger bolts and allowing chemical anchors to cure properly.

Seal Screw Holes

Instructions for sealing screw holes using specific kits for bitumen, EPDM, and Arabic tile roofs.

Orienting Click Connections

Visual guide on correctly orienting click connections for horizontal and vertical rail mounting to ensure proper function.

Tighten Hanger Bolt Nuts

Instructions for tightening nuts on hanger bolts, using crosshairs for alignment and to accommodate roof irregularities.

Attaching the Mounting Rails

Aligning Click Connections & Adapters

Describes using nuts and mounting rails to align click connections and adapters correctly.

Placing Rails in Connections

Instructions for placing the mounting rail into the click connection mechanism.

Securing Rails (Vertical Mounting)

Specific steps for securing mounting rails to click connections when using vertical orientation.

Optional: Attaching the Cable Clips

Cable Clip Installation

How to attach cable clips to the rail and guide cables through them for wire management.

Optimizer Attachment

Optional step for attaching optimizers to cable clips, with considerations for vertical rail orientation.

Mounting the First Panel

Panel Preparation

Optional steps for attaching auxiliary sets to panels and securing cables in clamps.

Installing Module Clamps

Instructions for attaching universal module clamps to the mounting rails for the first panel.

Installing End Caps

How to slide end caps onto the ends of the mounting rails.

Securing Module Clamps

Instructions for rotating the upper part of the module clamp over the end cap and securing cables.

Final Clamp Tightening

Instructions for screwing module clamps onto the panel with a specified torque of 4.5 Nm.

Mounting the Following Panels

Installing Module Clamps

Attaching universal module clamps to the rails for subsequent panels, ensuring correct orientation.

Sliding Panels into Clamps

Guidance on sliding the solar panels into position against the previously installed clamps.

Final Clamp Tightening

Screwing module clamps onto the panel with a specified torque of 4.5 Nm.

Mounting the Last Panel

Adjusting Mounting Rails

Optional step for sawing mounting rails to size, considering overhang requirements for end caps.

Installing Final Module Clamps

Attaching module clamps to the rails for the last panel.

Installing Final End Caps

Sliding end caps onto the rails for the last panel and securing the module clamp.

Final Clamp Tightening

Screwing module clamps onto the last panel with a specified torque of 4.5 Nm.

Mounting Multiple Rows

Mounting Subsequent Rows

Instructions for mounting additional rows of panels, ensuring correct spacing and alignment with previous rows.

Removal and Recycling

General Disposal Guidelines

General guidance on dismantling the mounting system and disposing of it in accordance with local laws and regulations.

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