SMA SC 500HE-US Installation - Manual (Page 26)

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26 SC500HEUS-IA-US_en-14 Installation Manual
5.1.4 Characteristics of the Base
The foundation must be made of concrete or of a metal frame (skid).
• The mounting surface must be level and strong enough to support the weight of the inverter.
The evenness of the foundation must be better than 0.25%.
• The width and depth of the base must be at least the same size as the Sunny Central.
The recommended minimum sizing is shown in picture below.
• To insert the cables from below, the cable conduits must be laid in the foundation
(see section 6.2).
Position Description
Width 110 in. (2,800 mm)
Depth 45 in. (1150 mm)
min. 110 in.
min. 45. in.
(1150 mm)
(2800 mm)