Important Safety Instructions - SMA RS485 Instrucciones Breves

2 Safety
Alterations to the product, e.g. changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written
permission of SMA. Unauthorized alterations will void guarantee and warranty claims and in most
cases terminate the operating license. 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 the
intended use.
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.
This document does not replace and is not intended to replace any local, state, provincial, federal
or national laws, regulations or codes applicable to the installation, electrical safety and use of the
product. SMA assumes no responsibility for the compliance or non-compliance with such laws or
codes in connection with the installation of the product.
The type label must remain permanently attached to the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This section contains safety information that must be observed at all times when working on or with
the product.
The product has been designed and tested in accordance with international safety requirements. As
with all electrical or electronical devices, there are residual risks despite careful construction. To
prevent personal injury and property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the product,
read this section carefully and observe all safety information at all times.
Danger to life due to electric shock when live components or cables of the
inverter are touched
High voltages are present in the conductive components or cables of the inverter. Touching live
parts and cables of the inverter results in death or lethal injuries due to electric shock.
• Disconnect the inverter from voltage sources and make sure it cannot be reconnected
before working on the device.
• Wear suitable personal protective equipment for all work on the product.
Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts
Some parts of the enclosure can get hot during operation.
• During operation, do not touch any parts other than the enclosure lid of the inverter.
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