Intended Use
The Sunny Boy is a transformerless PV inverter which converts the direct current of the PV array to grid-compliant alternating current and feeds it into the utility grid.
The product is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
The product must only be operated with PV arrays (PV modules and cabling) that are approved by the electrical standards applicable on-site and the National Electrical Code® ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code® CSA C22.1.
No galvanic isolation
The product is not equipped with a transformer and therefore has no galvanic isolation.
- Do not operate grounded PV modules together with the product. If grounded PV modules are connected to the product, an event will occur which will appear on the product display. The event will also be displayed, along with the associated message, in the event list on the user interface of the product.
- Only ground the mounting frames of the PV modules.
- The neutral conductor of the AC output is not bonded to ground within the product.
- The neutral conductor of the AC output for secure power supply operation is bonded to ground within the product.
PV modules with a high capacity to ground must only be used if the coupling capacity of all PV modules does not exceed 2.5 μF.
To protect the PV system against excessive reverse currents under fault conditions, a DC-side overcurrent protective device must be connected in accordance with the National Electrical Code® to prevent any short-circuit currents that exceed the ampacity of the DC electric circuit or the maximum series fuse rating of the PV modules. Typically, string fuses are used if more than two strings are connected in parallel.
All components must remain within their permitted operating ranges and their installation requirements at all times.
The product is approved for the USA market.
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.
The documentation must be strictly followed. Deviations from the described actions and the use of materials, tools, and aids other than those specified by SMA Solar Technology AG are expressly forbidden.
Alterations to the SMA products, e.g., changes or modifications, are only permitted with the express written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Unauthorized alterations as well as failure to observe the documentation will void guarantee and warranty claims and in most cases terminate the operating license. SMA Solar Technology AG 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 documentation supplied is an integral part of SMA products. Keep the documentation in a convenient, dry place for future reference and observe all instructions contained therein.
This document does not replace any regional, state, provincial, federal or national laws, regulations or standards that apply to the installation, electrical safety and use of the product. SMA Solar Technology AG 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.