SMA SI 3.0-11 Installation - Manual (Page 19)

SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Mounting
Installation Manual SI30M-44M-60H-80H-IA-en-30 19
6 Mounting
6.1 Requirements for Mounting
Mounting location:
☐ A stable, non-flammable support surface must be used at the mounting location, e.g. concrete or masonry. In the
living area, ensure that the support surface is not made of drywall or similar. When in operation, the Sunny Island
makes noises which can be perceived as annoying.
☐ The mounting location must be suitable for the weight and dimensions of the Sunny Island inverter (see Section 10
"Technical Data", page 94).
☐ The mounting location must be clear and safely accessible at all times without the need for any auxiliary equipment
(e.g. scaffolding or lifting platforms). Non-fulfillment of these criteria may restrict servicing.
☐ The mounting location must not hinder access to disconnection devices.
☐ The mounting location must not be exposed to direct solar irradiation. Direct solar irradiation can cause the
Sunny Island to overheat.
☐ Climatic conditions must be met (see Section 10 "Technical Data", page 94).
☐ The mounting location must be less than 3,000 m above MSL. From altitudes of 2,000 m above MSL, the power
decreases by 0.5% every 100 m.
☐ The ambient temperature should be below 40°C. This will ensure the optimum operation of the Sunny Island inverter
(see Section 10.9 "Energy Consumption in No-Load Operation and Standby", page 98).
Mounting position:
Figure 5: Permissible and impermissible mounting positions
☐ The mounting location must be suitable for a permitted mounting position. The control panel should be at eye level.
This will make it easier to operate the buttons and view the LED signals.