2 Safety
SMA Solar Technology AG
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SI80H-BE-BEN120810
Operating Manual
DC loads and DC sources can be integrated in the off-grid system. The Sunny Island is not suitable
for establishing a DC distribution network.
The Sunny Island is not suitable for supplying life-sustaining medical devices.
• Never use the Sunny Island in systems in which a power outage might result in personal injury.
The Sunny Island can control various components in an off-grid system via two multi-function relays,
e.g. a load-shedding contactor. The multi-function relays are not suitable for controlling components
which may place people at risk if the multi-function relays malfunction, e.g. if the battery chamber
ventilation is not sufficiently redundant.
The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product.
• Read and adhere to the documentation.
• Keep the documentation in a convenient place at all times for future reference.
Sunny Remote Control
You can configure and control the off-grid system centrally with the Sunny Remote Control display.
The Sunny Remote Control is only suitable for indoor use.
2.2 Target Group Qualifications
Operators
Operators must be instructed in the following areas by skilled persons:
• Dangers involved in handling electrical equipment
• Operating an off-grid system
• Safe handling of batteries
• Safely switching off and disconnecting the off-grid system in case of an error
• How to prevent unintentional restarting of an off-grid system
• Maintaining and cleaning the off-grid inverter
• Knowledge of and adherence to this manual and all the specified safety precautions
Skilled Persons
Skilled persons must have the following qualifications:
• Training in off-grid systems from SMA Solar Technology AG
• Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and using electrical
devices and batteries
• Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices
• Knowledge and observance of the local standards and directives
• Knowledge of and adherence to this document and all safety precautions
