Various SunSky Skylight Arrangements: I - Single Panel, Single Span II - Single Panel Run III - Multi-Panel Run

A. Transportation, Handling & Storage

1. Transport and store SunSky panels horizontally, on flat, sturdy pallets, equal or longer than the longest panels. Short panels should be stacked on top of longer ones. The panels should be secured and fastened to the pallet during transportation.
2. Store SunSky panels in a cool and shaded place, out of direct sunlight. Avoid covering the stack of panels with dark or heat-absorbing materials or objects, to prevent solar heat buildup.
3. When necessary to store panels outdoors, cover the stack with a white opaque polyethylene sheet, corrugated cardboard or other materials that do not absorb or conduct heat. Verify that the entire stack is covered.
4. SunSky panels are tough, requiring no special care. We recommend though some cautionary steps: 1) Avoid stepping on or driving over the panel while on the ground, or folding it during handling and installation. 2) Avoid dragging the panel on the ground, scraping it against the structural elements or any other sharp or rough objects, to prevent it from getting scratched.

B. Chemical Resistance and Fire Hazard Comments

1. SunSky panels are resistant to a variety of chemicals and exhibit limited resistance to a second group of chemicals. A third group of chemicals may attack and damage the panel. Degree & severity of damage depends upon chemical type and duration of exposure. When in doubt, consult with distributor or Suntuf Inc. Technical Support Department.
2. Sunsky panels will melt down at approximately 400°F, generating vent openings or smoke release in the event of fire.

C. Sawing, Cutting & Drilling:

1. SunSky panels can be cut or sawed by manual or power tools. A bench/table circular saw is best for straight long cuts. For better results cut a few panels together. Portable circular saws are suitable for on-site straight cuts. A jigsaw is used for cutting limited length or irregular or curved lines. Hand tools such as handsaw, metal shears or hand-held cutting knives can be used for localized, limited work.
2. Sawing is done with hardwood saw blades with small teeth, or special blades for plastics, spinning at high speeds, with a slow feed rate. Panels should be clamped at high speeds, with a slow feed rate. Panels should be clamped during sawing, to avoid vibrations. Avoid intersecting cuts. Drill a hole at intersection point, then cut the panel up to the hole.
3. Drilling is done using a power drill, with regular high-speed steel bits intended for metal, rotating at about 1,000 RPM. Better results with SunSky are acheived using bits ground to shallower tip angle than for metal. Clamp the drilled panel down to avoid vibrations or movement during operation.
4. Keep the cut area clean. Blow away dust and drilling swarf with compressed air.

D. Safety Measures (during installation and afterwards):

1. Use ladders, crawling boards and other safety equipment required for safe installation. Use all safety measures required according to local safety regulations.
2. Don't step on installed panels between the purlins for fear of falling and other severe bodily harm.
3. Never leave SunSky panels unattended on the roof until all the required fasteners have been appropriately installed or the panels secured to the supporting structure.

E. Panel Orientation:

1. SunSky's exterior surface is UV resistant, indicated by labeled strips on protected side. Install the panel with the labeled side out. The protected side is up when panel edges are both pointing down.
2. Installation Direction: For multi-panel runs, begin installation of SunSky on the side away from wind and rain direction.