Installation Manual

Installation Instructions
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Tools Needed
• Screw Gun* • String Line
• Rag • Tape Measure
RibBracket is mounted directly onto the crown of the trapezoidal sheet using the
Bi-metal stainless steel screws (provided) or Bulb-Tite rivets (not provided).
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9/32" (7.7mm) Diameter - Alu/Alu Flat Head
Bulb-Tite Rivet with 5/8" (16mm) EPDM Washer
Grip: 0.032" / 0.8mm - 9.5mm
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1/4" (6.3mm) Diameter - 1" (25mm) Length - Stainless Steel Self-Tapping Screw
with Hardened Steel Piercing Point - 5/16" (8mm) Hex Head - 5/8" (16mm)
Stainless Steel/EPDM Sealing Washer
RibBracket
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Placement Tips
To ensure brackets are installed in a straight line, install a single RibBracket on each end of the roof at a measured,
consistent distance from the bottom edge or ridge of the roof. Use a string line between the two brackets. Mount the
remaining RibBrackets along the string line, directly into the roof. Do not remove the EPDM rubber gasket; this is for
weather-proofing. For upslope bracket placement techniques reference the S-5! website at www.S-5.com.
To Install RibBracket
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1. The only surface preparation necessary is to simply wipe away excess oil and debris.
2.
pre-punched holes, or pre-drilling the proper-sized hole through the four pre-punched holes and riveting with
bulb-type rivets (as per rivet manufacturers installation instructions). To achieve tested holding strength, secure the
RibBracket b
seated. Do not over-drive fasteners; a slight extrusion of rubber around the washer is a good visual-tightness check. If a
fastener has been over-driven, it is important to remove the fastener and replace it with a bulb rivet or larger diameter
fastener. To avoid stripping, use screw gun with depth-sensing nose piece or adjustable torque clutch.
3. From either end of the RibBracket, slide the included M8-1.25 hex flange nut (flange side up) into the top groove. The
RibBracket is now ready to install ancillaries by using a standard M8 bolt through the slotted top thru-hole and the
previously inserted hex flange nut. For critical attachment applications utilizing an M8-1.25 X 16 mm Hex Flange Bolt,
tighten the M8 bolt to 160 inch pounds (13 foot pounds).
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RibBracket
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The right way to attach almost anything to metal roofs!
These instructions are for use by those experienced in the trade. Always follow appropriate safety precautions and use appropriate tools.
*For time saving tool recommendations contact S-5!