SMA SB 2000HF-US Installation - Manual (Page 13)

SMA America, LLC Installation
Installation Guide FMK20-30HFUS-eng-IUS111610 13
4 Installation
4.1 Selecting the Mounting Location
• Select a mounting location in which the inverter can be easily accessed for service work.
• Select a mounting location which has enough space for the air to circulate freely.
• Select a mounting location with an ambient temperature less than +112 °F (+45 °C).
• Mount the Flush‑Mount Kit and inverter in an area protected against direct sunlight and
moisture.
• Select a mounting wall that can bear the weight of the Flush‑Mount Kit and the inverter.
• Minimum distance between the posts 1 ft. 2 in. (355 mm).
• Select a vertical mounting location.
• Mount the Flush‑Mount Kit with the connection area facing downwards.
Danger to life due to fire or explosion.
• Do not mount the Flush‑Mount Kit on combustible materials.
• Do not mount the Flush‑Mount Kit in areas in which highly inflammable materials are stored.
• Do not mount the Flush‑Mount Kit in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Noise pollution
The inverter can cause audible vibrations in operation. Lightweight walls can increase these
vibrations. This can be perceived as an annoyance in living areas. Do not mount in lightweight
walls in living areas.