Ground Mount Installation Guide

GROUND MOUNT INSTALLATION MANUAL - 6© 2019 IRONRIDGE, INC. VERSION 2.1
5. SECURE MODULES
A. SECURE FIRST END
Place rst module in position on rails, a minimum of 1”
from rail ends. Snap Stopper Sleeves onto UFO. Fasten
module to rail using the UFO, ensuring that the UFO is
hooked over the top of the module. Torque to 80 in-lbs.
Þ Ensure rails are square before placing modules.
Þ Hold Stopper Sleeves on end while torquing to prevent rotation.
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If using CAMO instead of UFO + Stopper Sleeve, refer to Page 7
for CAMO installation procedure.
B. SECURE NEXT MODULES
Place UFO into each rail, placing them ush against rst
module. Slide second module against UFO. Torque to 80
in-lbs. Repeat for each following module.
Þ When reinstalling UFO, move modules a minimum of 1/16” so
UFOs are in contact with a new section of module frame.
Þ When UFOs are loosened and re-tightened, ensure UFO T-bolt
bottoms out in rail channel before re-torquing UFO to achieve full
engagement between T-bolt and rail.
Þ If using Wire Clips, refer to Page 9.
C. SECURE LAST END
Place last module in position on rails, a minimum of 1”
from rail ends. Snap Stopper Sleeves onto UFO. Secure
UFO Clamps on rails, ensuring they are hooked over top
of module. Torque to 80 in-lbs.
Þ Hold Stopper Sleeves on end while torquing to prevent rotation.
Þ If using CAMO instead of UFO + Stopper Sleeve, refer to Page 7
for CAMO installation procedure.
D. REPEAT STEPS
Secure remaining module rows, leaving a minimum 3/8”
gap between rows.
Þ If using End Caps, refer to Page 9.
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