Page 1: Table Of Contents
Build Assemblies Build North Array Row Build Remaining Rows Place Ballast Install Module Low Side Install Module High Side Continue Installing Modules clawFR 5 Degree Install Deflectors Cam & Lock Claw Inspection Installation Manual Electrical Grounding Appendix A-F 16-24 ANSI/UL 2703 System Fire Class Rating: Class A for low slope roofs with Type I &...
Page 2: Introduction & Safety Overview
This section does not claim modules. to address or support all safety concerns that may arise during the installation of PanelClaw mounting systems or any other aspect of the work This installation manual explains how to build a PV array using clawFR 5 Degree.
Page 3: System Components
System Components Base Module Connector Cam Claw M6x16mm Bolt 500050202 5000523 [01/02] 5000515 2000673 2000697 For Fully Attached or Partially Attached Designs Wind Deflector Rail Mechanical Hardware Kit for 2000899[01/02/03/04] 2000695 Attachment Strut Mechanical 2000699 [01/02/03] 2000830 Attachment Strut 5000223 See: 9910047 - Accessories Installation Manual Ballast Block: Solid cap concrete roof paver, conforms to ASTM C1491 standard and manufactured for freeze-thaw...
Page 4: Tools, Torque, Construction Aid
Optional Accessories See: 9910047 - Accessories Installation Manual Wire Router Shim Pad Wire Clip Base Pad Optimizer Attachment 500022501 5000228 5000226 2000678 5000509 Note: Use of non-UL listed accessories, including non-metallic components, does not affect the system ANSI/UL 2703 certification. Construction Aids Tools Drill with torque limiter or Torque Wrench...
Page 5: Construction Aid Setup
1. Construction Aid Setup Tip: L, S, and Cam Spacer dimensions are found in the Racking Construction 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: Build Assemblies
2. Build Assemblies Tilt Arm Hole 1 2.1 Position components as required per assembly type and loosely assemble the Cam, Module Connector and Base. Hole 2 ALERT: Note location of orientation marker on Base “ ” Hole 3 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 Base Module Connector...
Page 7: Build North Array Row
3. Build North Row ALERT: ensure system alignment, use the Spacer Stick to align Module Connectors before securing Rails. Spacer Stick Tip: L, S, R, and AEBE dimensions are found in the See Racking Construction Set for Racking Construction Set. AEBE dimension.
Page 8: Build Remaining Rows
4. Build Remaining Rows Spacer Stick Tip: Raise Tilt Arms after bolting assemblies in preparation for Rail installation. Middle or South Assembly Choose correct 4.2 Install Rails throughout the array using the same hole Note steps described on the previous page. Alternating between “S”...
Page 9: Place Ballast
5. Place Ballast Tip: The Racking Construction Set identifies where Ballast is to be installed. Mark the roof with chalk to speed up installation. ALERT: Do not step 5.1 Install a Rail(s) onto array in locations where Ballast is required. on ballast blocks Bolt Rail to Module Connector and tighten to 6 ft-lb.
Page 10: Install Module Low Side
6. Install Module Low Side ALERT: Install Mechanical Attachments before installing modules. See: 9910047 - Accessories Installation Manual Cam Seat Cam Claw Tip: R dimension is found in the Racking Construction Set. Place module on Cam Seat and Place Cam Claw over module flange. align with Array Edge.
Page 11: Install Module High Side
7. Install Module High Side Tongue Tilt Arm Lock Claw Tip: Use two hands when engaging Lock Claw to ensure correct installation. Support module while carefully Pull the Tilt Arm forward until the Lock Rotate module down and rest the module rotating the Tilt Arm just enough Claw is fully engaged onto the module frame on the top of the Tilt Arms.
Page 12: Continue Installing Modules
7. Continue Installing Modules Use Cam Claw as spacer to set spacing between adjacent modules. 9910048 RevC February 2020 PAGE...
Page 13: Install Deflectors
8. Install Deflectors* ALERT: When forecasted wind gusts exceed 25% of the wind speed listed in the site criteria table of the Racking Construction Set, Deflectors must be installed on all mounted modules to avoid possible system damage. Tip: Adjacent Deflectors will overlap (adjacent deflector not shown).
Page 14: Cam & Lock Claw Inspection
9. Cam & Lock Claw Inspection Inspect Cam side module connection Cam installation can be quickly visually inspected (no gauge is available or required) by comparing a known good installation with all other installations. Some gap between Module and Cam is permissible. ALERT: A known good installation can be verified by lifting up on the module near the Cam.
Page 15: Electrical Grounding
The clawFR grounding method conforms to ANSI/UL 2703 and is For modules that have been evaluated for use with clawFR 5 Degree, certified by SolarPTL for use with approved photovoltaic please follow the instructions below in Appendix B: UL 2703 Grounding.
Page 16 The subsections below outline some of the obvious / major hazards that could exist during the installation of PanelClaw products and are divided to bring a level of clarity to such hazards. Some sections do not apply to all PanelClaw product lines and such exclusions are noted within each section.
Page 17 All required tools to perform the installation of PanelClaw racking are outlined in the installation procedure. All tools should be inspected daily and before use by the operator. If any tool appears to be defective, stop the use of such equipment immediately, and ensure it is replaced before work continues.
Page 18 Appendix B: UL 2703 Grounding The clawFR 5 Degree flat roof system may be used to ground and/or mount a PV module complying with ANSI/UL 1703 or ANSI/UL 61730 only when the specific module has been evaluated grounding and/or mounting in compliance with the included instructions.
Page 19 Tyco solid wire grounding assembly must be attached to one Rail within each group of strings. PanelClaw’s clawFR Rails have a hole to which this grounding device/lug can be attached. In an array that requires multiple bonding jumpers to satisfy the equipotential...
Page 20 Appendix C: UL 2703 Fire Classification The system has a Fire Class A rating for low slope roofs with Type I modules when the following requirements are met: • System is installed over a fire resistant roof covering rated for the application (UL2703, 26.3B) •...
Page 21 Appendix D: Electrical Grounding (Non 2703 PV Module) The clawFR 5 Degree flat roof system may be used to ground a PV module only when the specific module grounding instructions are followed. A separate bonding jumper must be used between the PV Module and the clawFR 5D system.
Page 22 Tyco solid wire grounding assembly must be Typical Module Ground Connection Detail attached to one Rail within each group of strings. PanelClaw’s clawFR Rails have a hole to which this grounding device/lug can be attached. In an array that requires multiple bonding jumpers to...
Page 23 PanelClaw does not provide the ballast blocks required to construct the system in accordance with PanelClaw’s Racking Construction Set drawings. However, PanelClaw maintains a list of potential block suppliers across the country and this list is available upon request. BALLAST BLOCKS FOR ANY BALLASTED ROOFTOP SYSTEM MUST BE MANUFACTURED TO RESIST FREEZE-THAW AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CONDITIONS AND TO MAINTAIN THEIR WEIGHT OVER THE LIFE OF THE SYSTEM.
Page 24 Appendix F: Rail Configurations Torque to 4 ft-lb In cases where a contiguous array has module omissions the Rails must be installed to connect that edge with the Rails are installed across the adjacent modules. edge to connect row Rails are installed across the edge to connect row Torque to 4 ft-lb Roof obstruction...