2 Safety
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Section in which the installation and commissioning process is illustrated
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Safety
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Intended Use
The Sunny Highpower is a transformerless PV inverter. It converts the direct current from the
PV array into grid-compliant three-phase current and feeds it into the utility grid via a separate
transformer.
The product is intended for use in commercial, industrial or business sectors.
The product is suitable for operation in a chemically active environment in accordance with
IEC 60721-3-4 as per Class 4C2.
The product is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
The product must only be operated with PV modules of protection class II in accordance with
IEC 61730, application class A. The PV modules must be compatible with this product.
The product may only be operated in connection with a suitable medium-voltage transformer. The
low-voltage side must be configured in a star formation and the neutral point must be grounded (for
information about the requirements of the medium-voltage transformer, consult the technical
information "Important Requirements for Medium-Voltage Transformers" under www.SMA-
Solar.com).
All components must remain within their permitted operating ranges and their installation
requirements at all times.
Use SMA products only in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed
documentation and with the locally applicable laws, regulations, standards and directives. Any
other application may cause personal injury or property damage.
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