SMA SIC 50 - Manual (Page 41)

SMA Solar Technology AG Decommissioning
Installation Guide SIC50-IA-en-11 41
12 Decommissioning
12.1 Disassembly
1. Wait until the LED on the charge controller has gone out.
2. Open the charge controller. Loosen the screws of the enclosure lid and remove the lid.
3. Disconnect the PV array from the charge controller.
4. Disconnect the battery from the charge controller.
5. Remove the communication cable from the charge controller.
6. Close the charge controller. Fasten the lid to the charge controller using four screws.
7. Remove the charge controller.
12.2 Packaging
If possible, always package the charge controller in the original packaging. If this is no longer
available, you can also use an equivalent box that fulfills the following requirements:
• Suitable for loads up to 10 kg
• Can be closed fully
12.3 Storage
Store the charge controller in a dry place with ambient temperatures between -25 °C and +60 °C.
12.4 Disposal
Dispose of the charge controller at the end of its service life in accordance with the disposal
regulations for electronic waste which apply at the installation site at that time. Alternatively, send it
back to SMA Solar Technology AG with shipping paid by sender, and labeled
"ZUR ENTSORGUNG" ("for disposal").
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to the charge controller's heavy weight.
• Take the weight of the charge controller of approx. 10 kg into account.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to high voltages in the charge controller.
• Switch off all fuses and ensure that they cannot be reactivated.