
Chapter 2: Installing the SMI
CAUTION!
Do not rest the connectors at the bottom of the SMI on the ground, as it may
damage them. To rest the SMI on the ground, lay it on its back, front or side.
SMI Package Contents
One SMI
One mounting bracket
Two Allen screws for fastening the inverter to the mounting bracket
Installation guide (with activation card and instructions)
Optional (for wireless communication to monitoring platform) - RF antenna and
mounting bracket
AC ferrite bead kit
Identifying the SMI
Refer to the sticker on the SMI that specifies its Serial Number and its Electrical Ratings.
Provide the serial number when contacting SolarEdge support. The serial number is also
required when opening a new site in the monitoring platform.
Installation Workflow
1.
2.
Accessing the Internal Compartments,
page 10
3.
Connecting PV Strings to the SMI,
page 15
4.
Connecting to a DC Power Supply
5.
Pairing Power Optimizers to the SMI,
page 22
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Chapter 2: Installing the SMI