2020 Installation Guide

BI 7.2.3-46
Feb-2021, Rev 14
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3. Important Installation Information
3.1 Conditions of Use
DANGER
Risk of injury from damage to roof, Excessive loads can severely damage the roof and cause injury.
• Before mounting and installation, please make sure that the building and especially the
roofing meet the increased structural requirements of the PV system and the installation
operations.
DANGER
Risk of fatal injury from falling objects. Parts falling from the roof can result in serious injuries or
death.
• Before beginning the installation, please ensure that proper safety precautions are observed,
that only authorized personnel are permitted in and around the construction area, and that
proper protective clothing and equipment are worn.
The design of each system should be verified using QRail Code Compliance letters or site-specific engineering. Please
observe the constraints listed in Section 2.3, “Technical Data.”
3.2 Mounting Preparation
Quick Mount PV recommends you ascertain the local conditions and requirements before ordering the QRail. In particular,
acquaint yourself with:
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The roof structure and any irregularities
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Dimensions, material, quality, and spacing of the raers
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Type, quality, and attachment method of the roofing.
The QRail on-roof system is available with dierent rail and roof attachment types designed in accordance to and/or
compliance with the following codes and standards:
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IBC/IRC 2018
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IBC/IRC 2015
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IBC/IRC 2012
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ICC-AC428 2012
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ASCE 7-05
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ASCE 7-10
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ASCE 7-16
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CBC/CRC 2016
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CBC/CRC 2019
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ANSI/ UL 2703 Ed. 1
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FBC/FRC 2017
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Aluminum Design Manual 2010, 2015
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SEAOC PV2 - 2012, 2017
Check code-compliance letters for applicable approvals.