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MPPT charge controller User Manual
3.3 Select installation location
3.3.1 Requirement
The protection level of charger is IP21, which can only be installed indoors.
During the operation of the radiator, the temperature of the chassis and radiator will be
relatively high. Please do not install it in the place where it is easy to touch.
Do not install in the place where inflammable and explosive articles are stored.
Do not install in the place where children can touch it.
Solar Mate MPPT charge controller should be installed in a well-ventilated environment to
ensure good heat dissipation.
Please install vertically so that the charger can dissipate heat. Do not place the charger
horizontally.
Do not install on flammable building materials
Please ensure that the mounting surface is firm enough to meet the load bearing requirements of charger
installation
Do not install SP in a sealed compartment containing batteries.
3.3.2 Installation space requirements
A good ventilation can gurantee the normal operation of equipment.Please always guarantee the
enough clearance around SP upon installation. Please refer to following Figure 3-1 for minimum
clearance.
Figure 3-1 Requirement of minimum clearance
