Specifications

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MOUNTING HARDWARE
Provided in the Eagle Sun package is specially designed mounting hardware to speed collector
installation. This hardware consists of ten LOCK-TIGHT hinge sets, four roof brackets, two rear struts,
and bolts (Figures 3, 4, and 5).
a) After locating the mounting points from Table 1, the mounting bracket holes should be drilled.
b) A heavy coating of sealant should be applied to the bottom of the flashing plate, which should fit
flat against the roof. It is necessary for the plate to slide under the above shingles to insure proper
drainage of water.
c) The bottom of the roof bracket and the area around the threaded rod should also be thoroughly
coated with tar sealant. When the bracket is set in place, alignment with the collector hinges is
necessary before final tightening of the nuts. This should be completed before the sealant has
time to set.
d) The threaded rod is fastened through a 2’ x 6” wood or 2” x 2” x ¼” steel angle bracket under the
roof as shown.
e) The rear struts should be cut and drilled to conform to Table 1. All bolts should be tightened
securely. A stainless steel washer should be placed where the threaded rod passes through the
aluminum bracket.
It is very important that the penetrations through the roof be well sealed. It should be carefully checked
that all bolts are coated with tar and that no leaks are possible.