SMA SB 3000-US - Manual (Page 26)

5 Mounting SMA America, LLC
26 SB30-40-US-IA-en-34 Installation Manual
5.2 Selecting the Mounting Location
Requirements for the mounting location:
☐ The mounting must be on a stable surface, e.g. concrete and other walls.
☐ The mounting location must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the inverter
(see Section 12 "Technical Data", page 90).
☐ In living areas, make sure that the mounting surface is not made of plasterboard or similar.
The inverter makes noises when in use, which can be perceived as a nuisance in a living area.
☐ Studs must be present behind the mounting points on plasterboard sheets or panels.
☐ The mounting location must be clear and have safe access at all times without the use of
additional aids being necessary (such as scaffolding or lifting platforms). Non-fulfillment of these
criteria may restrict servicing.
☐ The mounting location must not be exposed to direct solar irradiation. Direct solar irradiation
can overheat the inverter. As a result, the inverter reduces its power output.
☐ The mounting location must not be exposed to direct sources of water spray such as sprinklers
or gutters.
☐ The ambient temperature must be within a permissible range (see Section 12 "Technical
Data", page 90). This ensures optimal operation of the inverter.
☐ The mounting location must be inaccessible to children.
Danger to life due to fire or explosions
With electrical devices, there is always a certain danger that a fire may break out.
• Do not mount the inverter in the vicinity of combustible materials.
• Do not mount the inverter in areas where highly flammable materials are stored.
• Do not mount the inverter in a potentially explosive atmosphere.