Installation Instructions

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
SAFETY STATEMENT
In any roofing installation, safety is priority #1. Review and follow local, state and federal
safety guidelines.
ESTIMATING SHEET
Estimating sheet for Meridian products is available. Please contact your local sales
representative.
MERIDIAN ROOF SLOPE
Ross Roof Group roofing systems should be installed on roof deck slopes 3:12 / 14° or
greater (optional vertical application). Roof decks having slopes less than 3:12 / 14° are
considered decorative and require a permanent roofing membrane, which meets local
building codes requirements.
COLOR MATCHING
Ensure that only tiles of the same color code are dispatched for every roof lot. Where
possible, use tiles from the same date of manufacturing. (Date noted on the back of tiles)
STORAGE
Store in a dry place at all times before installation.
CAUTION
Dissimilar metals: LEAD and COPPER and any other dissimilar metals are not compatible
shall (1) not come in contact with and / or (2) leach onto Ross Roof Groups products.
Treated lumber: Do not use pressure treated lumber i.e. decking or battens in conjunction
with Ross Roof Group products.
Fire treated decking and battens with copper or silver nitrates cannot be used.
CODE APPROVALS
Visit www.rossroofgroup.com and dowload installation guides and evaluation reports.
Check with your local AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) to verify local building codes and
any additional requirements.
Tools
Overview
Tape Measurer Nail gun
Hammer Impact drill ¼ drive Soapstone
Aviation tin snips
(Right and Left)
Skillsaw with
min 24 carbide tooth
(corded or cordless)
Handbenders
Caulk gun