5 Mounting
Prescribed clearances in accordance with the National Electrical Code
Under certain conditions, the National Electrical Code
• Ensure that the prescribed clearances in accordance with the National Electrical Code
paragraph 110.26 and Canadian Electrical Code
☐ Observe the recommended clearances to walls as well as to other inverters or objects.
☐ Ensure adequate clearance on the right-hand side of the inverter below the fan.
☐ If multiple inverters are mounted in areas with high ambient temperatures, increase the
clearances between the inverters and ensure an adequate fresh-air supply, if possible.
415 mm
(16.34 in)
Figure 4 : Recommended clearances
Permitted and prohibited mounting positions:
☐ The inverter must only be mounted in one of the permitted positions. This will ensure that no
moisture can penetrate the inverter.
☐ The inverter should be mounted in such a way that LED signals can be read without difficulty.
20
STPTL-US-10-IA-xx-17
2224 mm
(87.56 in)
530 mm
(20.87 in)
SMA Solar Technology America LLC
®
specifies greater clearances.
®
CSA C22.1 are adhered to.
415 mm
(16.34 in)
190 mm
(7.48 in)
®
®
,
315 mm
(14.45 in)
50 mm
(1.97 in)
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