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Flashing
Base Plate
Installing the collector feet and flashing
COLLECTOR FOOT MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE BASE PLATE
USING THE CENTER HOLE.
No need to remove any shingles to install the flashing. Base plate is first screwed
into roof rafter or block and flashing is slided under the roof shingle covering the
installed base plate.
Tools Required:
- Cordless drill with #2 square drive bits
- Tape measure, stud finder, chalk line
1. Locate the rafters and snap horizontal and vertical lines to mark the installa-
tion position for each mounting foot. Blocks, installed in the attic, may have to
be positioned between the rafters to make sure the base plate has a structural
member to screw into.
2. Install the base plate with the square drive screws. Mark the screw locations
and
apply polyurethane sealant at the penetrations.
The baseplate must be
securely attached atop the roof and into the roofs structural member.
3. Install flashing by sliding it into place under then next row of shingles. cover
base plate with the flashing pocket .
4. Install the collector foot as shown below using neoprene-bonded washer
and stainless locking nut. The collector foot must be tightened fully to restrict
unwanted movement.
Collector Feet
Sealant must be applied to
any penetration of the roof
Adjustable Mounting Kit
for flat plate collectors
540 00 28-FP
- for all flat plate collectors (OVF-21, OVF-32, OVF-40)
