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SB700U-11:SE3207
Choosing a Mounting Location
Consider the following guidelines, cautions, and warnings when choosing a
mounting location for a Sunny Boy inverter:
• The Sunny Boy 700U should be installed in a location where it is not exposed to direct
sunlight, since the higher temperature within the unit caused by the sun can result in re-
duced output from the PV system. When the heatsink on the top of the Sunny Boy is ex-
posed to direct sunlight, the inverter operates in Derate Mode, which reduces the output
power of the system to keep the heatsink temperature below 158° F (70° C).
• The inverter must be installed in a location that is inaccessible to children.
• The Sunny Boy emits a slight vibrating noise when operating. This vibration is normal and
has no effect on performance, but it can be objectionable if the inverter is mounted on a
wall in a living area, on the outside of a wall that is part of a living area, or on certain
types of materials, such as thin wood panelling or sheet metal.
• If the inverter is installed outside, it must be mounted vertically or with the top tilted to-
wards the back. To ensure optimum energy yield and ease of operation, mount the invert-
er vertically and at eye level (see Figure 3-1).
Figure 3-1 Sunny Boy Mounting Positions
CAUTION:The Sunny Boy 700U weighs 16 kg (36 lb.).
Ensure that the surface on which you mount the Sunny Boy
is strong enough to hold the weight. Do not mount the
Sunny Boy on plasterboard (sheet-rock) or thin wood
panelling.
CAUTION:All electrical conduits and any communication
cables must be positioned and/or sealed so that no water
can enter the inverter enclosure through these conduits
and cables.
Tilted Back
(Acceptable)
Vertical
(Best)
Tilted Forward
(Unacceptable)
Summary of Contents for Sunny Boy SB 700U
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