SMA STP 5000TL - Manual (Page 17)

5 Mounting
5.1 Requirements for Mounting
Requirements for the mounting location:
Danger to life due to fire or explosion
Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fire.
• Do not mount the product in areas containing highly flammable materials or gases.
• Do not mount the product in potentially explosive atmospheres.
☐ Do not mount the inverter on a pillar.
☐ The mounting location must be inaccessible to children.
☐ A solid support surface must be available for mounting, e.g. concrete or masonry. When
mounted on plasterboard or similar materials, the inverter emits audible vibrations during
operation which could be perceived as annoying.
☐ The mounting location must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter (see
Section 11 "Technical Data", page 53).
☐ Climatic conditions must be met (see Section 11 "Technical Data", page 53).
☐ The ambient temperature should be below 40°C to ensure optimum operation of the inverter.
☐ The mounting location should be clear and safely accessible at all times without the need for
any auxiliary equipment (such as scaffolding or lifting platforms). Non-fulfillment of these
criteria may restrict servicing.
☐ The mounting location should not be exposed to direct solar irradiation. Direct solar irradiation
can cause the inverter to overheat. As a result, the inverter reduces its power output.
5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG
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