mounting systems FD3-S Premium Line Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- mounting systems
Table of Contents
FD3-S Premium Line
Installation Manual
Introduction
1.1 Short description
The FD3-S flat roof system is a heavy-duty frame solution designed for
mounting PV modules on flat roofs. Several rows of modules in an south
orientation can be connected with the FD3-S system. The system is tilted by
10° or 15° as standard. The FD3-S system is built in connection with the
total area of modules of at least 10 m2. This solution has been specially
developed for applications on flat roofs with a low permissible load. All
elements have been designed as easy to assemble. The elements used are made
from aluminum and stainless steel. The selected materials used for the system
guarantees a high resistance to corrosion, while at the same time offering the
possibility of full disposal.
1.2 About these instructions
Subject of instructions
These instructions describe the installation of the FD3-S system for flat
roofs and contain all the information for this solution in terms of planning,
components and safety instructions. The pictures in the first part of the
manual show installation with frame modules locked in the corners.
Co-binding documents
In addition to this document, each delivery includes the ‘Montageanleitung
allgemeiner’ [General Assembly Instructions], which can be found at
www.mountingsystems.com, this document
provides general information on standards, safety, transportation,
maintenance, disassembly, and disposal for systems.
Both these instructions and the aforementioned document comprise a permanent
part of the FD3-S assembly system and must be observed during all assembly
work.
Please read both, this installation manual and the above mentioned documents
carefully prior to any installation, maintenance or disassembly work. You will
be provided with all information for safe and complete installation,
maintenance and disassembly. However, if you have any questions after having
read these documents, please contact Mounting Systems GmbH.
User group
These installation instructions are intended for the following persons (user
group):
- Skilled stuff
- Instructed stuff
Skilled stuff
Are persons who, on the basis of their professional training, are able to
execute installation, maintenance and disassembly work properly.
Instructed stuff
Are persons who have been instructed and taught appropriately regarding the
assigned tasks and the possible risks in the event of improper conduct. An
instructed person must have received instructions regarding the required
safety devices, precautions, relevant regulations, accident prevention
regulations as well as operating conditions and must have demonstrated their
competence.
The implemented work must be inspected and accepted by skilled personnel.
Guidance notes
The following guidance notes enhance the orientation when handling this
installation manual:
Pictograms:
This symbol indicates important information and useful tips.
This symbol indicates ways and means to make the installation process
easier.
1.3 Warnings
The following warnings are used in these Installation Instructions to indicate
safety-related information.
They include:
- Warning symbols (pictograms)
- Signal words which identify the hazard level
- Information about the type and source of the hazard
- Information about the potential consequences if the hazard is disregarded
- Measures for the prevention of hazards and the prevention of injuries or damage to property.
The signal words of the warnings respectively indicate one of the following hazard levels:
1.4 Safety
All universally valid safety instructions for products of Mounting Systems
GmbH are listed in the document ‘Montageanleitung fur PV-Gestellsysteme:
allgemeiner Tail’ [“Installation manual for PV mounting systems – general
part”. Please read this document carefully and observe the instructions given
therein: Do not use the product in a manner other than intended, please comply
with the obligations of the owner and observe all general and specific safety
instructions.
In addition, please observe the specific safety instructions given in this
installation manual for all installation work. The specific safety
instructions are positioned in each case directly with the respective
installation step.
Danger!
Indicates a potentially mortal danger, disregard for which may result in death
or serious injury.
Attention!
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which may result in serious injury
or damage to property.
1.5 Tools
- Tape measure
- String
- Torque wrench with Allen socket
- Measure of distance (optional)
- Sheet metal shears
Basic information about the system
2.1 Elements and components
Assembly
3.1 Universal central and end support – 10° & 15°
Fold the feet down and secure with two ball locking pins (7) to desired
positions 10° or 15°. See designation.
3.2 Front support
3.3. Rear support
2. Place the front support (5) in the cutouts. See page 20.
Front support
rotated 180° for back wind deflector for
3.4 Connecting rails
3.5 End of the rail connection
3.6 Rail layout
Place the rails parallel to the length of the module.
3.7.1 Ballast tray for multi-row arrangement tray
Note the maximum weight per ballast tray
**** The number, position and weight of the necessary ballast (stones or
gravel) should always be included in the project information
4. Press the flap down
Apply ballast evenly, from the outside to the inside
Note the maximum weight per ballast tray
**** Ballast must be put in the ballast tray starting from both ends in
parallel at the same weight volume. Ballast must be evenly distributed.
3.7.2 Ballast tray for single row arrangement
Note the maximum weight per ballast tray
**** The number, position and weight of the necessary ballast (stones or
gravel) should always be included in the project information
Press the flap down
Apply ballast evenly, from the outside to the inside
Note the maximum weight per ballast tray
**** Ballast must be put in the ballast tray starting from both ends in
parallel at the same weight volume. Ballast must be evenly distributed.
3.8 Adapter wind deflector
Mount on the middle support.
For the 10° variant, the adapter (9) must be rotated by 180°.
3.9 Assembly of modules and side covers
3.10 End clamp
11 Middle clamp
- Insert module clamps (18)
- Tighten
Torque wrench
Allen key torque ratchet wrench
Tighten with a torque of 8 Nm.
3.12 Wind deflector
Hang the wind deflectors (12) in the provided openings and fix them with
screws.
3.13 Top rail cover
To be put only on the top cover after the cables have been passed through!
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Subject to technical alterations 2023
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