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CompactPITCH XM-P Assembly Instructions Version: 01 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.
Screw cover (optional) Close roofing Rail X40/X50 Installing the X40/X50 rail in a cross-mount (optional - not available in the USA) Mounting the microinverter with a T-Bolt Assembly (MA-RA) Installing modules Bonding Maintenance Complete System Fittings Dismantling Disassemble components Dismantle clamps 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 CompactPITCH 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 CompactPITCH system is considered improper.
We point out that the product is sold within the framework 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 qual- ified personnel strictly in accordance with the assembly instructions. The Aerocompact system must be designed and planned with the AEROTOOL software.
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...
T-Bolt M8x20 | HKM08 M8 Serrated Nut | SEK08 For the screws, check/consider the minimum requirement according to ETA-11/0024: Screw diameter: min. 8 mm / 5/16 or 0.315 inch Effective screw-in depth: min. 80 mm / 3 5/32 or 3.15 inch www.aerocompact.com...
System Overview Accessories Cover Plate for Screws | XM-PSC Module Accessories Microinverter T-Bolt Assembly for Top Rail-Channel | MA-RA Microinverter Clamp for Module Frame | MA-MO Cable Tie Clip for Module Frame | CLP-M Bonding and Grounding Accessories www.aerocompact.com...
Aluminium Wire 8 mm for Grounding | AWR8 (please use properly sized copper wire in the USA) Installing Rails and Cross Connectors Rail X40, 3300 mm, 4400 mm, 5500 mm | X40-3300, X40-4400, X40-5500 Rail X50, 3300 mm, 4400 mm, 5500 mm | X50-3300, X50-4400, X50-5500 Cross Connector X40, X50 | XDL www.aerocompact.com...
Determine and mark the position of the metal tiles according to the Aerotool planning documents. Installing Metal Tiles Remove the roof tile, that will be replaced by the metal tile. Expose roof structure Move roof tiles in the row above www.aerocompact.com...
60 x 40 mm 50 x 40 mm 50 x 30 mm Height < 30 mm For roof battens wider than 50 mm, bend the tabs inwards. On the rafter hang the aluminum support base onto the roof batten www.aerocompact.com...
For the screws, check/consider the minimum requirement according to ETA-11/0024: Screw diameter: min. 8 mm / 5/16 or 0.315 inch Effective screw-in depth: min. 80 mm / 3 5/32 or 3.15 inch Screw the metal tile set to the rafter with 2 wood screws. www.aerocompact.com...
Ensure that the roof continues to be leak-proof. In the case of a roof pitch which is < 20°, fill the rear corners of the aluminum roof tile with sil- icone or a suitable sealant to prevent water pen- etration in the event of snow. www.aerocompact.com...
Installing the X40/X50 rail in a cross-mount (optional - not available in the USA) At each point where the rails cross, the rails are joined together with a cross connector. Attach a cross connector to the top rails for each crossing point. www.aerocompact.com...
Hand-tighten the bolt Installing modules Do not enter the modules under any circumstances. Tip: When installing, wire the modules at the same time. The cables can be attached to the module with the cable tie clip (CLP-M). www.aerocompact.com...
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Place the first module Tighten the screws of the end-clamps with 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. After the first module, attach the mid-clamps Position second module Tighten the screws of the mid-clamps to 15 Nm or 11 ft lbs. www.aerocompact.com...
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Tighten the screws of the end-clamps with 15 Nm or 11 ft lb each. Reposition / replace clamps Demount clamp: Unscrew the screw at the clamp completely. Depending on the mounting situation, squeeze the clamp laterally and pull it out or pull it laterally out of the rail. www.aerocompact.com...
Assembly Bonding For bonding, AEROCOMPACT provides the bonding wire clamp as an accessory (NOT VALID IN THE USA). These are each mounted on the support rails. Depending on the installation, the module rows are connected to each other by the module clamps. Exemplary representation...
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...
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AEROCOMPACT® Inc. 901A Matthews Mint Hill Road Matthews, NC 28105 phone: +1 800 578 0474 e-mail: office.us@aerocompact.com India CompactPITCH XM-P EN AEROCOMPACT® India Private Ltd. Hub and Oak Art-No.: 942301 C-360, Defence Colony Find this manual online: New Delhi, 110024 phone: +91-88826329 e-mail: office.in@aerocompact.com...
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