PV-ezRack SolarRoof Slate Tile Reference manual

SolarRoof™ Slate Tile
Code-Compliant Planning and Installation Guide V1.0
Complying with AS/NZS1170.2-2011 AMDT 2-2016
Ver 1.0 / Last Updated - Oct. 2021

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Introduction
Using only PV-ezRack parts and installer- supplied
parts as specified by PV-ezRack project plan
(substitution of parts may void the warranty and
invalidate the letter of certification);
Recycling: Recycle according to the local relative
statute;
Removal: Reverse installation process;
Ensuring that there are no less than two professionals
working on panel installation;
Ensuring fitted roof hooks are not used as a ladder, as
this could damage tiles
Ensuring extra slate tiles are accounted for in case of
slate tiles breaking during installation
Ensuring the installation of related electrical
equipment is performed by licenced electricians;
Ensuring safe installation of all electrical aspects of
the PV array This includes adequate earth bonding of
the PV array and PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™ components
as required in AS/ NZS 5033-2014 AMDT 2 2-2018;
Ensuring that the roof, its rafters/purlins, connections,
and other structural support members can support
the array under building live load conditions;
Ensuring that screws to fix interfaces have adequate
pull-out strength and shear capacities as installed;
Maintaining the waterproof integrity of the roof,
including the selection of appropriate flashing;
Verifying the compatibility of the installation
considering preventing electrochemical corrosion
between dissimilar metals. This may occur between
structures and the building and also between
structures, fasteners and PV modules, as detailed in
AS/NZS 5033: 2014.
Verifying atmospheric corrosivity zone of installation
site by referring to AS 4312-2008 or consulting local
construction business to determine appropriate
products and installations.
Complying with all applicable local or national
building codes, including any updates that may
supersede this manual;
Ensuring that PV-ezRack and other products are
appropriate for the particular installation and the
installation environment;
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List of contents
Introduction
Tools and Components
System Overview
Installation Instruction
Certification Letter
Product Warranty
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02 - 03
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05 - 08
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10 - 12
The Clenergy PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™ has been
developed as a universal PV-mounting system for
roof-mounting on pitched and flat roofs. The use of
patented aluminium base rails, Z-Module technology
and telescopic mounting technology eliminates custom
cutting and enables fast installation.
Please review this manual thoroughly before installing
PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™ on slate tiles. This manual
provides
1) Supporting documentation for building permit
applications relating to PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™
Universal PV Module Mounting System,
2) Planning and installation instructions
The PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™ installation on slate tiles,
when installed in accordance with this guide, will be
structurally sound and will meet the AS/ NZS1170.2:2011
Amdt 2- 2016 standard. During installation, and
especially when working on the roof, please comply
with the appropriate Occupational Health and Safety
regulations. Please also pay attention to any other
relevant State or Federal regulations. Please check
that you are using the latest version of the Installation
Manual, which you can do by contacting Clenergy
Australia via email at [e-mail] or
contacting your local distributor in Australia.
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Angle Grinder with
Stone Disk
Screw Driver
(for M8 Hexagon
Socket Screw)
Torque Spanner Spanner 5m Tape
String & Marker Pen Slate Rip Lead Flashing
Tools and Components
Tools
(Manufacturer: Clenergy)
Components
ER-EC-ST
End Clamp
ER-IC-ST
Inter Clamp
C-U/30/46-G
Universal Clamp
with Grounding Clip
C-U/30/46
Universal Clamp
ER-EC-DU35/40
End Clamp,
Dual 35 or 40mm
ER-EC-DU40/46
End Clamp,
Dual 40 or 46mm
ER-R-ECO
ECO Rail
ER-SP-ECO
Splice for ECO Rail
ER-I-02
Flat Tile Interface
SCO-ECO/380
Side Channel Cover for
Cutter-Rail,
length 380mm
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(Manufacturer: Clenergy)
Components
EZ-RE-200
Roof Hook Extender
ER-HB-8/150
Hanger Bolt for wood
purlin
ER-HB-MP/8/150EP
Hanger Bolt for metal
purlin
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System Overview
A. End Clamp B. Inter Clamp C. ECO Rail D. Tile interface
A.End Clamp B. Inter Clamp C. ECO Rail D. Tin interface E. Hangar Bolt
AA
AA
DD
DD
EE
BB
BB
CC
CC
PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™ Slate Tile with Tile Interface
PV-ezRack® SolarRoof™ Slate Tile with Hanger Bolt
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Installation Instruction
1. Tile Interface Installation
Figure 4.1.1
Figure 4.1.2
Figure 4.1.3
1) Choice of Tile Bracket
ER-I-02 would be the most appropriate tile interface for slate tile
application. Given slate tiles are generally flat and low-lying, nailed into
the roof battens.
2) Removing Slate Tiles
Determine the positions of the tile brackets according to your plans.
Take out the nails on the slate tiles and remove two or three slate tiles
at the marked positions.
Slate tiles are removed by using a slate rip which unhooks the nail that
secures the slate. By hitting the slate rip handle with a hammer, the nail
is pulled out. Thus, allowing slate to be removed, as shown in Figure 4.1.2.
3) Cutting Slate Tile
Grind a small section off the base tile to show the rafter on which the
roof hook would be installed. This is shown in Figure 4.1.3.
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Figure 4.1.4A
Figure 4.1.4B
Figure 4.1.5
4) Fixing Tile Bracket to Rafters
Fix the tile brackets to the slate tiles using Clenergy provided 2x Buildex
14-gauge Hex Head Zips screws as shown in the figure on the right
following the Buildex screws installation guide below:
- Use a 3/8" Hex Socket.
- Use a mains powered or cordless screw driver with a drive speed of
3,000 RPM maximum.
- Fit the driver bit into the screw and place at the fastening position.
- Apply consistently firm pressure (end load) to the screwdriver until the
screw is fastened.
Use wooden packers to lift the tile bracket so that the base does not
rest on the tile, as shown in Figure 4.1.4B.
5) Apply flashing around Tile Bracket
For prevention of water leakage, it is important to using flashing to
secure the installation against rainwater.
Cut out lead flashing to fit the profile of the tile bracket. Cover the
bracket with the flashing and fix it to the batten with a nail, as shown in
Figure 4.1.5.
Note: It is recommended to use lead flashing for their durability and
ability to withstand corrosion.
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6) Cut Slate to fit around Tile Bracket
Cut the removed tiles around the position of roof hook and flashing to suit the flashing.
Slightly put the slate tiles back and fix with nails as shown in the Figures 4.1.6A and 4.1.6B.
Figure 4.1.6A Figure 4.1.6B

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Figure 4.2.4
3) Drill 10 mm hole on the marked location of tile and stop when reaching the purlins.
Note: For some installations, there is a need to drill through two tiles (overlap) to reach the purlin
7) Rail, clamps, and panel installation
Please refer to PV-ezRack® Solar Roof Installation Guide for steps on installing rails, clamps and PV panels.
The guide also gives our standard engineering spacing for tile interface based on site conditions.
2. Hangar Bolt Installation
1) Purlins are to be identified when opening tiles and their positions are marked out on the tiles.
2) Based on installation plan and Hanger bolt spacing information, hanger bolt locations are marked on the tiles.
Note: Hangar bolt spacing is equivalent to the tin spacing which is provided in our PV-ezRack® Solar Roof Installation
Guide.
Figure 4.2.3A Figure 4.2.3B
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4) Through 10 mm hole on the tiles, pre-drill 6 mm hole on the wood purlin for hanger bolt. The tiles are not removed
when drilling this hole. After the drilling, clean the dust around 10 mm hole.

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5) Adjust the position of rubber seal on the hanger bolt (ER-HB-8/150)
to ensure hanger bolt have minimum 25 mm penetration depth into the
wood purlin.
Drive the hanger bolt on the wood purlin till the rubber seal is firmly
flush on the tile and turn the nut down till touching the rubber seal.
Please turn another 4 threads cycle to press the rubber seal.
Note:
1) Purlin thickness and tile thickness need to be verified to decide
position of rubber seal for appropriate penetration depth;
2) It is recommended to apply Sikaflex on the area around 10 mm hole
of the tile before fixing hanger bolt. Please refer Sikaflex instructions for
use.
Figure 4.2.5
Figure 4.2.6A Figure 4.2.6B
6) Screw out the top nut of hanger bolt, connect and adjust tin foot position and tighten the top nut with the
recommended torque of 16~20 N•m.
7) Rail, clamps, and panel installation
Please refer to PV-ezRack® Solar Roof Installation Guide for steps on installing rails, clamps and PV panels.
The guide also gives our standard engineering spacing of hangar bolts based on site conditions.
Note: Hangar bolt spacings are equivalent to tin feet spacings in the installation guide.

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Certification Letter
The accredited spacings depend on the method of installation.
Please refer to table below for reference to the correct manual for your installation method:
Mounting System Setup Manual
Tile Interface
PV-ezRack® Solar Roof Installation Guide
Hangar bolts
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Product Warranty
As the manufacturer of quality solar mounting systems, Clenergy Australia provides a warranty for all PV-ezRack®
products it supplies in Australia and New Zealand (“Products”). The warranty provided by Clenergy Australia is subject
to the conditions contained in this document (“Warranty”). No other warranty provision implied or otherwise is to be
assumed. Your Warranty coverage is in accordance with this document. Based on choice of mounting setup, the letters
are appended in their corresponding installation manuals hyperlinked in the table below:
Product Warranty Table for Installations in Corrosivity Category 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (ISO 9223)
Product Material
Standard or
Customized
Product
Product Warranty
Corrosivity
Category 1,
2 and 3
Corrosivity
Category 4
Corrosivity
Category 5
1Aluminium
Components
6005CL-T5 mill finish
Standard
10 years
10 years*
6005-T5 anodized to 10 microns
6005-T5 anodized to 15 microns
Customized
10 years
10 years*
6005-T5 anodized to 20 microns 10 years
2Galvanized Steel
Components
Galvanized Steel
at 85 microns in average Standard Not warranted
3Stainless Steel
Components SUS304 Standard
10 years
4Fasteners (bolts/
nuts/washers)
SUS304 Standard
SUS316 Customized
5Screws for Tile
Interface
Carbon Steel SAE 1022 with
Climaseal C3 Rated Finish Standard 10 years**
6Screws for Tin
Interface
Carbon Steel with C3 Rated Finish
Standard
Not warranted
Carbon Steel with C5 Rated Finish 30 years 25 years 10 years
*Subject to interface spacing reduction as advised by Clenergy Australia. Please contact us for more details.
** The screws under tile interface are assumed to be installed in category 1, 2 or 3 micro-climate within the roof
structure.
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Warranty Scope
Your solar mounting Product has been manufactured to high standards, however, should any manufacturing defect
arise, please contact Clenergy Australia. We will arrange for an inspection of the affected Product(s) to determine the
extent of the problem.
Details are provided below as to the extent of your Warranty coverage and any exclusions that may apply. Please read
these provisions carefully to ensure you receive the appropriate assistance and support in a timely manner. Please also
contact Clenergy Australia if any part of this Warranty is unclear, or you wish to discuss your rights and remedies under
this Warranty.
If your Product fails during the Warranty periods set out in the Warranty table above due to a defect in:
(a) materials and/or workmanship on and from the date of the Product’s delivery; or
(b) structural integrity on and from the date of the Product’s installation,
Clenergy Australia will at its election either repair or resupply the defective Product provided that:
• The Product was installed correctly by a Clean Energy Council (“CEC”) accredited or equivalent accreditation installer,
following the Clenergy installation manual provided at time of purchase.
• The Product has been maintained correctly in accordance with section “Care of your Product” below.
Warranty Conditions
• Any and all costs for repair or replacement outside the Warranty period are the responsibility of the customer.
•Where Clenergy attends a site and finds that the Product is not faulty, the costs for the visit will be payable
by the customer.
• Defective Products shall be uninstalled and/or reinstalled at the customer´s expense and risk.
•Under certain conditions, the Warranty can be extended to more than 10 years at an extra cost,
available upon request.
Warranty Exclusions
• Product finish (natural surface oxidation) or any natural impairment or surface corrosion that does not compromise
the structural integrity.
• Products sold or installed outside of Australia and New Zealand unless approved previously in writing by
Clenergy Australia.
• Damage caused by transport, mishandling, incorrect storage, improper loading or willful conduct.
• Any Product not correctly installed in accordance with our installation manual, or any specific design instruction
or special conditions as advised by Clenergy Australia.
• Damage caused by the Product being modified in any way unless previously agreed to in writing by
Clenergy Australia.
• The use of the Product for purposes other than the mounting of PV solar panels.
• Installations where the environment is excluded in the “Products Warranty Table” above, and for galvanized steel
ground system Products, where the pH level is outside the range of 6-8, unless agreed to in writing by Clenergy
Australia prior to installation.
• Damage caused by extreme weather conditions or any other natural or man-made event outside of our control.
• Damage caused by attachments not designed or approved for connection to the Product.
• Damage caused by lightning strikes or excessive currents through the earthing/grounding clamps, clips or lugs.
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Our Products may come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You may be
entitled under statute to a replacement or refund for a major defect in the Products. You may also be entitled under
statute to have the products repaired for any defect which does not amount to a major defect. The benefits given by
this Warranty are in addition to any statutory rights and remedies you may have under Australian law.
Product Care
Clenergy Products are designed to be durable with minimal care, however it is important that you maintain your
mounting Product in accordance with proper practices. This includes regular maintenance and inspection to avoid
damage.
The aluminum components are made from either AL 6005CL-T5 or AL6005-T5 and may also have a clear anodization.
The aluminum may undergo some surface oxidization in service. Please note that this is normal and part of the natural
ageing process. The result may even be beneficial to the longevity of the Product, as the oxidization can provide
additional protection against degradation by pollution and atmospheric corrosion.
• You should also ensure that if the Product is stored prior to installing that it is not contaminated by contact with rusty
items or other impurities such as dirt and chemicals. Should this occur, you must clean the Product and make any
repairs using approved methods such as galvanized paint and antirust treatments immediately before installation.
Steel components should be inspected before and after installation and any damage to the galvanizing should be
treated immediately to prevent rusting. It is normal for galvanized Products to develop a surface barrier (the ‘patina’),
which helps to protect the surface from contaminants in the atmosphere and does not adversely affect the Product.
• The torque values of fastener connections on mounting system must be checked annually and corrected if needed in
accordance with Clenergy Australia’s installation manual.
• Regular cleaning to remove any soil or other possible contaminants must also be performed. Cleaning should be
performed in accordance with guidelines recommended by the Standards Association of Australia (AS 1231-2000)
(for aluminium Products) and the Galvanizers Association of Australia (GAA) (for steel Products supplied in Australia) or
the Galvanizers Association of New Zealand (GANZ) (for steel Products supplied in New Zealand) or any other similar
organisations (as applicable). When using tin interfaces for installation works, screws not exposed to frequent rain
should be washed down with fresh water at least every 6 months.
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