SMA SB 3000TL-US Installation - Manual (Page 25)

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Installation Manual SB3-5TLUS22-IA-en-16 25
5 Mounting
5.1 Selecting the Mounting Location
Requirements for the mounting location:
☐ The inverter must be mounted to a solid building ground (e.g., concrete or block wall) or on
drywall to a beam or stud.
☐ In living areas, make sure that the building ground is not made of plasterboard or similar.
When in operation, the inverter makes noises which can be perceived as a nuisance.
☐ The mounting location must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter with
DC Disconnect (see Section 13 "Technical Data", page 82).
☐ The mounting location must not be exposed to direct sources of water spray such as sprinklers
or gutters.
☐ Climatic conditions must be met (see Section 13 "Technical Data", page 82).
☐ The mounting location should be freely and safely accessible at all times without the necessity
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 increase the operating temperature of the inverter. As a result, the inverter reduces its power
output in order to remain within the operating limits.
☐ To ensure optimal operation, the ambient temperature must be below 104°F (40°C).
The inverter can, however, be operated at higher ambient temperatures without risk in the event
of any possible reductions in output power.
Danger to life due to fire or explosion
Despite careful construction, electrical devices can cause fires.
• Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
• Do not mount the inverter in areas having a potentially explosive atmosphere
The inverter can become hot during operation
Touching the enclosure can result in burn injuries.
• Install the inverter in such a way that it cannot be touched accidentally.