Location and Compliance
Installation Manual for Generac PWRcell Battery
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Section 3: Location and Compliance
Location and Clearances
Install the Generac PWRcell Battery in dwelling units in
the following permitted locations only:
•
Attached garages separated from dwelling unit
habitable spaces in accordance with local building
code.
•
Detached garages and accessory structures.
•
Enclosed utility closets and storage or utility
spaces.
•
Basements.
NOTE:
Refer to the local Building Code for permitted
locations for commercial installations.
When selecting a location, consider the following:
•
Install in protected indoor locations only. If the room
or space where the Generac PWRcell Battery is to
be installed is not finished, the wall and ceilings of
the room or space shall be protected with not less
than 5/8 in (15.875 mm) Type X gypsum board.
•
Do not install in any habitable room within a dwell-
ing unit.
•
Install only in a clean, dry, well ventilated location.
•
Do not allow bottom or front vents to become
blocked.
•
The Generac PWRcell Battery installation location
must meet the working space requirements in NEC
Article 110.26.
•
If installed in a garage or other location where the
Generac PWRcell Battery could be damaged by a
vehicle, the Generac PWRcell Battery must be pro-
tected by approved barriers that are installed in
accordance with local building code. Consult with
your local AHJ to verify if barriers are required.
•
Interconnected smoke alarms must be installed
throughout the dwelling unit, including rooms,
attached garages, and areas in which the Generac
PWRcell Battery is installed in accordance with
local building codes. If the Generac PWRcell Bat-
tery is installed in an attached garage or area
where smoke alarms cannot be installed in accor-
dance with their listing, an interconnected listed
heat alarm must be installed and connected to the
smoke alarm system in accordance with local
building code.
•
Do not expose the Generac PWRcell Battery to
extreme temperatures.
See
for rec-
ommended and acceptable operating tempera-
tures. Operating the Generac PWRcell Battery
outside of the recommended range may degrade
performance.
NOTE:
Consider year-round temperature extremes
when choosing a location. In extreme climates, always
install Generac PWRcell in a conditioned space. Generac
recommends installing Generac PWRcell in a condi-
tioned space regardless of climate.
•
See
. E
nsure minimum clearances are
met.
Table 3-1. Minimum Airspace Clearances
Sides
2”
Recommend at least 2” on each side
to operate cover.
Top
3”
Recommend at least 3” on top so
installer can lift body onto mounting
bracket.
Front
36”
Recommend at least 36” in front for
maintenance/service.
Compliance
(000190)
DANGER
Loss of life. Property damage. Installation must always
comply with applicable codes, standards, laws and
regulations. Failure to do so will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
(000257)
Electrocution. Refer to local codes and standards
for safety equipment required when working with a
live electrical system. Failure to use required safety
equipment could result in death or serious injury.
(000182a)
WARNING
Equipment damage. Only qualified service personnel may
install, operate, and maintain this equipment. Failure to
follow proper installation requirements could result in death,
serious injury, and equipment or property damage.
Follow all instructions included in this manual and use
appropriate practices for all product wiring and installa-
tion.
NOTE:
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure
conformance with NFPA70E, Article 120, lockout/tagout
procedures. If the Generac PWRcell Inverter is installed
out of sight of the AC distribution panel, a correctly rated
disconnect switch must be installed within sight of the
PWRcel Inverter. In the situation where the Generac
PWRcell Inverter is installed out of sight of the Generac
PWRcell Battery product, a correctly rated DC disconnect
switch must be installed within sight of the Generac
PWRcell Battery.
