SMA SI 4548-US - Manual (Page 27)

SMA America, LLC 3 Safety
Operating Manual SI4548-6048-US-BE-en-20 27
Alterations to the product, e.g. modifications or conversions, are permitted only with the express
written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and
warranty claims and usually void the operation permit. SMA shall not be held liable for any damage
caused by such changes.
Any use of the product other than that described in the Intended Use section does not qualify as
appropriate.
The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. Keep the documentation in a
convenient place for future reference and observe all instructions contained therein.
The type label must remain permanently attached to the product.
3.2 Important Notes regarding Operation
Observe all operating and safety information in this document. If these instructions are ignored, a
significant danger of injury or death arises and damage to the device, system or plant may also result.
Carefully read the safety precautions before installing and commissioning the device. Store the
manual at an easily accessible location.
Danger to life due to high voltages in the Sunny Island
Death or serious injury possible due to electric shock.
• All work on the Sunny Island must only be carried out by electrically qualified persons.
• All work on the Sunny Island must only be carried out in accordance with this document.
• All safety precautions listed here must be observed.
Danger to life from electric shock due to damaged Sunny Island
Operating a damaged Sunny Island can lead to hazardous situations that can result in death or
serious injuries due to electric shock.
• Only operate the Sunny Island when it is technically faultless and in an operationally safe
state.
• Regularly check the Sunny Island for visible damage.
• Make sure that all external safety equipment is freely accessible at all times.
• Make sure that all safety equipment is in good working order.