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Rails with Integrated Grounding

Installation Manual

Introduction

The IronRidge Standard (XRS) and Light (XRL) Rail Systems are flexible and straightforward roof mounting solutions for 

a wide variety of solar photovoltaic (PV) needs. Due to their modular design, they can easily handle a multitude of panel 

sizes and quantities.

Installer Responsibility

The installer is solely responsible for:

I.  Complying with all applicable local or national building codes, including any that may supersede this manual;
II.  Ensuring that IronRidge and other products are appropriate for the particular installation and the installation 

environment;

III.   Ensuring that all structural support members, including the roof, its rafters, and connections, can support the array 

under all code level loading conditions;

IV.  Using only IronRidge parts and installer-supplied parts as specified by IronRidge. Substitution parts may void the 

warranty;

V.   Ensuring that anchoring devices including lag screws have adequate pullout strength and shear capacities as 

installed;

VI.  Maintaining the waterproof integrity of the structural support or roof, including selection of appropriate flashing;
VII.  Ensuring safe installation of all electrical aspects of the PV array;
VIII. Ensuring that PV module  is installed per module manufacturer’s installation requirements; the PV module 

manufacturer accepts clamping and grounding methods described in this manual; that PV module is UL or CE listed 
and verification of PV Module’s capacity to support the loads associated with the given array; 

IX.  Ensuring correct and appropriate design parameters are used in determining the design loading used for the specific 

installation. Parameters, such as snow loading, wind speed, exposure and topographic factor should be confirmed 
with the local building official or a licensed professional engineer.

Customer Support

IronRidge makes every effort to ensure your mounting kit is easy to install. If you need assistance at any point in your 

installation or have suggestions on how we can improve your experience, call customer support at 1-800-227-9523 or 

email us at support@ironridge.com.

Summary of Contents for Light

Page 1: ...Installation Manual 2013 Edition v1 13 A complete manual for the installation of IronRidge s rail systems with integrated grounding Standard XRS and Light XRL Rails with Integrated Grounding Conforms to UL SUB 2703 4008083 ...

Page 2: ...he IronRidge Standard XRS and Light XRL Rail Mounting Systems with Integrated Grounding Customer Support Tools Required For Assembly Torque Values Component List Assembly Steps 1 3 4 Assembly Steps 3 4 5 Assembly Steps 4 5 6 Assembly Step 5 6 7 Warranty Information 9 TOC ironridge com 800 227 9523 2013 v1 13 support Module Clamp Table 2 Rails with Integrated Grounding Installation Manual 8 ...

Page 3: ...ing devices including lag screws have adequate pullout strength and shear capacities as installed VI Maintaining the waterproof integrity of the structural support or roof including selection of appropriate flashing VII Ensuring safe installation of all electrical aspects of the PV array VIII Ensuring that PV module is installed per module manufacturer s installation requirements the PV module man...

Page 4: ... Use the following torque values in this assembly Module Clamp Table Millimeters Inches End Clamp Grounding Mid Clamp 31 0 32 5 1 22 1 28 29 7000 125 RS GD MCL 200 33 3 34 8 1 31 1 37 29 7000 134 RS GD MCL 200 34 8 36 8 1 37 1 45 29 7000 224 RS GD MCL 225 39 0 41 0 1 53 1 61 29 7000 157 RS GD MCL 225 41 1 42 7 1 62 1 68 29 7000 165 RS GD MCL 250 42 7 44 2 1 68 1 74 29 7000 171 RS GD MCL 250 45 0 4...

Page 5: ...aches to L foot and provides support for the PV modules Grounding Mid Clamp Secures PV modules to rails and provides grounding to the rail and between the two adjacent modules Internal Splice Provides a structural connection when connecting rails End Clamp Secures PV modules to rails utilizing the rail top slot End Cap Caps off the end of the rail and prevents the collection of debris inside rail ...

Page 6: ...onnection Note Attaching rails to L Feet may be performed before or after making rail to rail connections depending on the installer s preference Note This connection requires proper grounding on rails with grounding lugs by using one of the two following Rail to Rail Connection methods For rails without lugs use the Internal Splice and self drilling screws without the grounding strap and star was...

Page 7: ...p 1 4 T Bolt Step 4 Equipment Grounding Note In order to properly ground the PV modules and IronRidge components to the equipment ground a grounding lug or Lay in Lug must be attached to one 1 rail near the end of each row This connection requires the use of one of the two following lugs IronRidge Grounding Lug 1 Using a 13 64 or 7 drill bit drill a hole through one side of the Standard Rail both ...

Page 8: ... copper grounding conducting wire 1 4 Hex Nut Torque to 10 ft lbs 1 4 Lock Washer 1 4 Flat Washer 1 4 Hex Bolt Torque to 7 ft lbs Weeb 1 4 Hex Bolt Step 5 Installing Modules End Clamp A Place the first PV module in position on the rails Module should be a minimum of 1 5 from end of rail B Next secure End Clamp on rail as shown Ensure End Clamp is securely hooked over top of module C Repeat with en...

Page 9: ...ding Mid Clamp and secure with hardware Ensure the Grounding Mid Clamp teeth are in contact with both of the PV module frames and the T Bolt is properly aligned in track T Bolt indent should be perpendicular to rail F Repeat steps for other clamp and modules End Clamp G Secure the last PV Module with an End Clamp repeating steps above 1 4 Hex Nut Grounding Mid Clamp 1 4 T Bolt Torque to 84 in lbs ...

Page 10: ...mply with all national state and local installation procedures product and safety standards These standards include but are not limited to applicable National Electrical Code NEC sections National Electrical Installation Standards NEIS UL Standards and OSHA Regulations Basic Grounding Diagram A IronRidge Grounding Lugs and Wiley Electronics LLC WEEB 6 7 are approved for use with this system B The ...

Page 11: ...owed by Purchaser for IronRidge s galvanized steel based components The warranties above do not cover any parts or materials not manufactured by IronRidge and exclude nonfunctionally related defects as defined solely by IronRidge The warranties do not cover any defect that has not been reported to IronRidge in writing within twenty 20 days after discovery of such defect In the event of breach of o...

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