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CompactFLAT S10plus Assembly Instructions Version: 04 Language: English | Original language: German Original installation instructions Important! Read carefully before installation!
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The original language of these assembly instructions is German. Any assembly instructions in another lan- guage are a translation of the assembly instructions in German. The assembly instructions are protected by copyright. Without written permission from AEROCOMPACT® the assembly instructions may not be copied, reproduced, microfilmed, translated or converted for storage and processing in computer systems, either in part or in full.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) System Overview Basic components S10plus Ballasting Alpine supports Accessories Variations of CompactFLAT S10plus Assembly Installation Instructions for Gravel Roofs Gravel Depth up to 2.5 in Gravel Depth 2.5 in. to 4 in. Gravel Depth greater than 4 inches...
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Mechanical Attachments Position the Mechanical Attachments Installing the mechanical attachments Bonding and Grounding Maintenance Complete System Fittings Dismantling Disassemble components Dismantle clamps Appendix Declaration of Conformity S10plus www.aerocompact.com...
Symbols in Illustrations Activities Certain activities are required to carry out the assembly. These activities are shown in the illustrations with the following symbols. Check AEROTOOL planning documents Visual inspection Activity by hand Observe right angle Optional component, optional installation method www.aerocompact.com...
PV modules used with the CompactFLAT system should be approved by the module manufacturer. AEROCOMPACT accepts no liability for loss of performance or damage of any kind to the PV modules. Any other use of the CompactFLAT system is considered improper.
We would like to point out that the flat roof system is being sold as part of a sales contract. Assembly/- processing by the purchaser or third parties is not carried out on behalf of or for Aerocompact and must be carried out by qualified personnel strictly in accordance with the assembly instructions.
Never work in wet conditions or at temperatures below the freezing point. Depending on the roof pitch there is a risk of slipping. Dangers from the environment Keep sufficient distance from overhead electrical lines. The following distances must be observed: www.aerocompact.com...
Personal protective equipment is required to prevent injuries during assembly work. Wear protective goggles when drilling. Wear safety boots. Wear cut-resistant work gloves during assembly. Helmets are required for all persons involved on the construction site. Use fall protection. www.aerocompact.com...
Installation Instructions for Gravel Roofs Gravel Depth up to 2.5 in Since damage to the roof surface can occur due to excessive point loading, Aerocompact recommends not placing the system on the gravel if the gravel layer is less than 2.5 in.
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Assembly Pre-install the end-clamps or mid-clamps to the front brackets, middle brackets and connector brackets as needed. www.aerocompact.com...
Place the front brackets, middle brackets and connector brackets in the array field Edge rows: place front brackets, middle brackets and connector brackets with end-clamps. Middle rows: place front brackets, middle brackets and connector brackets with mid-clamps. www.aerocompact.com...
Weigh down the front brackets with ballast blocks Place the module on the front brackets and middle brackets. Align each module with the marks on the brackets/ middle brackets. Tighten the screws of the end-clamps with 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. www.aerocompact.com...
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15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. Lastly, add end-clamps to each of the middle brackets. Tighten the screws to 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. Install the remaining modules of this series as described. www.aerocompact.com...
Align each module with the marks on the middle brackets/ connector brackets. Tighten the screws of the end-clamps with 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. For stronger bonding, add an additional end-clamp on each marked position. Tighten the screws to 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. www.aerocompact.com...
Before installing the alpine supports, make sure that the modules are suitable for the increased snow load and that clamping at the additional locations is approved. Attach end-clamps to the front alpine supports , the additional center supports and connector brack- www.aerocompact.com...
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Place an additional middle bracket and a connector bracket at the center of each module frame. Place the module on the center supports and connector brackets. Tighten the screws on the end-clamps to 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs each. www.aerocompact.com...
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Assembly Place and align next module Tighten the screws of the end-clamps with 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. Tighten the screws of the mid-clamps to 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. www.aerocompact.com...
Position a front alpine support in the middle of the module frame of both the front and back rows. Make sure that the end-clamps are flush with the module. Tighten the screws with a torque of 15 Nm or 11 ft. lbs. Installing Microinverters (optional) The microinverter can be mounted directly onto the module frame. www.aerocompact.com...
Depending on the project circumstances, ballast requirements will vary. Ballasting for gravel roofs Depth of the gravel - up to 2.5 in (6 cm) Use long ballast trays. Use existing gravel for ballasting in the ballast pans, if possible. Spread remaining gravel evenly over the roof. www.aerocompact.com...
Use weather-resistant construction adhes- ive. Position the protection pads to the right and left of the front brackets, middle brackets or con- nector brackets. Place the ballast blocks Version 2: Short ballast trays www.aerocompact.com...
Place the ballast tray centrally on the bracket or connector bracket. Screw the ballast tray to the bracket or connector bracket with washer and ALtracs screw Tighten the screws with 15 Nm or 11 ft lb. Version 3: Long ballast tray www.aerocompact.com...
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Tighten the screws with 15 Nm or 11 ft lb. If specified in the planning documents (optional): Screw the bottom of the ballast trays to the connector brackets or end brackets. Tighten the screws with 15 Nm or 11 ft lb. www.aerocompact.com...
Depending on the situation, the cable pipe is installed through the long ballast tray or with the brackets provided. Slide the cable pipe through the appropriate hole on the ballast tray Attach the cable pipe to the ballast tray. Attach the plastic caps to the cable pipe www.aerocompact.com...
Mechanical Attachments Note the number and positions of the mechanical attachments from the AEROTOOL planning doc- uments. Position the Mechanical Attachments AEROTOOL marks only the components on which the mechanical attachments are mounted. www.aerocompact.com...
Tighten the screws with 15 Nm or 11 ft lb. Tighten the screw on the mechanical attachment according to the manufacturer's specifications. Bonding and Grounding The modules of an array field are bonded to each other by the module clamps and brackets/ connector brackets. www.aerocompact.com...
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ALtracs screw (STS8x16). Loosen and remove screw Attach washer and certified grounding lug in the order shown with the screw Tighten the screw Attach the ground wire (provided by customer) to the grounding lug using the screw www.aerocompact.com...
Complete System Check all components of the system for damage. Replace damaged components as soon as possible. Fittings Check all screw connections. Tighten loose screw connections. Confirm the tightening torque according to the assembly instructions. www.aerocompact.com...
Dismantling DISMANTLING Disassemble components Disassembling the system: Carry out the assembly steps in reverse order. Dismantle clamps Completely unscrew the screw on the clamp. If clamps are re-installed: Make sure that the O-ring is not lost. www.aerocompact.com...
Appendix APPENDIX Declaration of Conformity S10plus Manufacturer: AEROCOMPACT® Designation: CompactFLAT S10plus East/West sys- tem for flat roofs Identification S10plus code: Applied stand- EN 1090 ard: Certification To the declaration of per- 2397 body: formance www.aerocompact.com...
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