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Inverter Location
Inverter failure due to improper installation will void the inverter warranty.
Consider the following when determining where to install the inverter.
WARNING: Burn hazard
Do not install in a location where people can accidentally come into contact with the front
of the inverter. High temperatures can be present on the face of the inverter, causing a
potential burn hazard.
In extreme conditions, the GT Inverter chassis can reach temperatures that can cause skin
burns if accidentally touched. Ensure that the GT Inverter is located away from normal
traffic areas.
Fire Safety
• Do not install anywhere near combustible or flammable materials such
as wooden cabinets and furniture, or stored fuels and solvents.
Indoor/
Outdoor
• The GT Inverter can be mounted indoors or outdoors. When installed
outdoors, the GT Inverter must be mounted in a vertical orientation.
• In outdoor installations the GT Inverter should be located away from
lawn sprinklers and other sources of spray.
Orientation
• The GT Inverter must be mounted vertically (with DC and AC
connectors facing down) on a wall or pole. See Figure 2-2.
Temperature
• Ensure that the GT Inverter is mounted in a location where the
ambient temperature range is -25 to 65 °C (-13 to 149 °F).
• At extreme hot or cold temperatures, the front panel LCD may not
function normally. At higher temperatures, the unit may derate power.
See “Environmental Specifications” on page A–6 and “Output Power
vs. Ambient Temperature” on page A–4.
Ground
Clearance
• Outdoors, the GT Inverter requires at least 100 cm (39 inches) of
clearance between the bottom of the unit and the ground. This
clearance helps prevent water from splashing onto the bottom of the
unit.
• Indoors, it is recommended to use the same clearance to ensure
visibility of the LCD.
Distance
• To minimize copper losses, ensure that wire lengths between the PV
array and the GT Inverter and between the inverter and the Main
Utility Service Panel are kept to a minimum.
• Maximum distances will depend on wire gauges used and PV array
output voltages.
Debris free
• Excessive debris (such as dust, leaves, and cobwebs) can accumulate
on the unit, interfering with wiring connections and ventilation. Do
not install in a location where debris can accumulate (such as under a
tree).