IBEX Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit Installation Guide

: July 5, 2024
: IBEX

Table of Contents

IBEX Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit
Preface
Safety instructions
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
System layout
How to instal
Installation of rail splice
Installation of Grounding Lug (Skip this step if not needed)
Installation precautions
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IBEX Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit

Product Specifications

Product Name: IbexMounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit
Application: Installation of Ibex-Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit
Components: Tile hook, end clamp, mid clamp, rails, grounding lug, earthing clip

Product Usage Instructions
Safety Instructions
Before starting the installation process, please ensure to read the safety instructions manual thoroughly to use the product safely and correctly.

System Layout
The system layout includes tile hooks for vertical and landscape installation, end clamps, mid clamps, rails, grounding lug, and earthing clip.

How to Install
Installation of tile hooks

Fix tile hooks on the roof purlin under the roof tiles.
Mark the positions of tile hooks according to the drawing.
Ensure all tile hooks are installed on the same horizontal line.
Use self-tapping screws to fix the tile hooks to the roof purlins.
Verify the positions of tile hooks on the roof are on the same horizontal line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: Can this kit be used for other purposes than roof installations?
A: No, this kit is specifically designed for the installation of Ibex-Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit on roofs. Using it for other purposes is not recommended and may result in safety hazards.

Preface

Please read this manual before you start. Don’t start reading this after you made a mistake. Yes, we know that this is the way allot of people work. Luckily not you, we have trust in you. Especially now you’ve already read this. You are the responsible one.
To be honest, allot of the stuff in here is common sense. We expect that most of the safety measures and procedures described in this ﬁle, are already common knowledge. Don’t start installing without the proper training.
We will stay out of the regular installation safety measures in each country. We know some of the other installers don’t follow them, but we expect it that you do! Combine the country speciﬁc regulations on safety measures on staff, with this installation manual. If you fall off a roof, you can’t buy Ibex anymore. So, be safe.
This manual is only applicable to the installation of Ibex- Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit. Unless approved by Ibex-Mounting this manual is not allowed to be applied to any scene except Ibex- Mounting Pitched Clamping Hook Kit. Don’t try to use this on your cabinet! We know that “The Netherlands” is relatively close to “Scandinavia”. I mean, compared to Japan or something, but the Scandinavians know better than we do how to build their cabinet. Follow their manual on those things.
Something really important:
This installation manual contains the basis of all the needed installation steps, operation tips, minimum accuracy requirements and the other basics that you would expect with an instal-lation manual of mounting materials. These are the basics, so if you don’t follow this manual, we don’t accept any responsibility for system failure or degradation of the materials. Don’t combine the Ibex-Mounting components with components from other sources. Always fol-low the regulations on safety measures of the country you’re installing in, or if not available in that area: the European regulations on safety measures when using Ibex-Mounting.
If you or your colleagues ﬁnd out “better” ways to install Ibex-Mounting, please let us doublecheck and approve it before you apply it. If we don’t approve it, please just follow this manual.
Please read this manual carefully before starting with the installation.
Tip: Copy this ﬁle to your cellphone

Safety instructions

Safety recommendations
Thanks for choosing Ibex-Mounting! Before you start installing, operating, maintaining, or inspecting, make sure to read this manual. It’s important for using our products safely and correctly. Did you also pick that up, Bob?

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

Installation work should only be carried out by workers with specialized skills or experience who can follow prescribed rules. If you’re still learning: RUN.
Just kidding, please have an experienced worker with you.
Always adhere to national or regional building codes, standards, and environmental protection regulations.
Follow labor accident prevention regulations, standards, and regulations set forth by the Insurance Association in the country you’re operating.
Wear appropriate safety gear, including protective caps, work shoes, and gloves. Work with at least two people to ensure quick response in case of an accident. Have at least a portion of the installation manual on-site for reference during the installation process. Download it on your cellphone! Don’t tell us the goat ate it, cellphones are very hard to swallow. We think.
Use only the distributed items speciﬁed by our company for engineering parts; do not alter the products.
Avoid strong impacts to prevent deformation or damage.
This manual covers mounting (rack) installation. Don’t use this manual for other items.

IMPORTANT SAFETY GUIDELINES

Always follow the regulations on safety measures of the country you’re installing in, or if not available in that area: the European regulations on safety measures when using Ibex-Mounting.
Wear the right safety gear. If you want an example on safety guidelines, look up the VCA regulations in the Netherlands.
Do not modify or alter speciﬁcations on your own, as this could lead to accidents or malfunctions.
Do not use the product if it is damaged, faulty, or deformed, as this could lead to personal injury or accidents.
Do not wear an Ibex costume while on the roof. This is simply not safe.

System layout

How to instal

Installation of tile hook
Tile hooks need to be ﬁxed on the roof purlin which under roof tiles, please mark the posi-tions of tile hook according to drawing and make sure all tile hooks are installed on the same horizontal line. Then install the tile hooks accordingly while ﬁxing them to the roof purlins by self-tapping screws.
Mark the positions of tile hook on the roof and make sure they are on the same horizontal line.speciﬁc dimensions correspond to the actual project.

Tile hook installation diagram below

Hook for vertical panel installation below

Hook for landscape installation below

Install all hooks to the tile roof.

Installation of Rail
Fix rails to tile hooks after adjusting the length and height and then tighten them by bolts.
Fix tile hook and adjust the rail position, slide T nut into speciﬁed rail (refer to drawings) and then tighten them by bolts

Install other rails accordingly

Installation of rail splice

Rails should be connected by rail splice if needed, as shown below.
Slide half of the rail splice into the ﬁrst rail, adjust the ﬁxed position, and tighten the bolts. Then Slide the second rail into the rail splice, tighten them by bolts when leveled.

Completed installation is as the pic shown below

Installation of PV modules
According to the installation dimensions of the drawings, place the panels on the rail, and ﬁx them with end clamps, mid clamps.

Place the PVmodule on the rail and adjust the position according to the drawing. Then ﬁx the end clamp into the rail channel, and tighten the bolts.

After ﬁxing the end clamp of ﬁrst PV module, please put the second PV module on the rail at proper position. Connecting ﬁrmly the ﬁrst PV module and the second one with mid clamp and fasten the bolts.

If there are earthing clips needed, place them between the PV modules and rails while install-ing the mid clamps. Adjusting the position to ensure the sharp spikes on earthing clips are pressed by both PV modules. Then tighten the mid clamps by bolts.

Repeat the steps above. When it comes to the last PV module, ﬁx it with the end clamp and tighten with bolts.

Installation of Grounding Lug (Skip this step if not needed)

in stall grounding lug at the end of the rail as the picture shown below and ﬁx it with bolts.

At the edge of the panel array, connect each grounding lug with copper wire, ﬁx the copper wire with M6 bolts, and conduct the end of copper wire to the grounding.

Installation diagram

Installation precautions

Installation dimension description
The speciﬁc dimensions of all installations involved are subject to the construction drawings. This installation instruction is only for the description of the product installation method.

Description of fastening parts
Because of the good ductility for stainless steel, the fasteners have big difference with carbon steel one in nature. If use in improper way, it will result in bolt and nut being “locked”, which commonly known as “seizure”. Prevention from lock basically has the following ways:

Reduce the Friction Coefﬁcient

Ensure that the bolt thread surface is clean and tidy (No dust, grit, etc.);
It is recommended to use yellow wax or lubricant during installation (such as lubricating grease, 40# engine oil, which are prepared by users).

Correct Operation Method

The bolt must be perpendicular to the axis of the thread, and not inclined (Do
not tighten Obliquely);

In the process of tightening, the strength needs to be balanced, tightening torque shall not exceed the prescribed safety torque value;
Choose torque wrench or socket wrench as far as possible, avoid using adjustable Avoid using electric wrenches etc. under high temperature conditions, do not rotate fast when using, to avoid rapid rise in temperature and cause “seizure”.