Installation and Operation Guide SOLECTRIA XGI 1000
DOCR-070733-F (2/22/2021)
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critical components. The Solectria XGI™ inverter is equipped with a GORE® Vent designed to minimize the risk of
condensation.
IMPORTANT: After installation and before the inverter is operational the risk of condensation is greatest. To manage
moisture during this time it may be necessary to use a desiccant package (not included). The desiccant package
should be placed in the Wiring Box in lower right corner near the communication conduit entrance. The inverter
MUST have both covers properly installed, and all conduit entrances MUST be sealed with electrically rated conduit
foam to restrict airflow. Follow the manufactures recommendations.
WATER INGRESS WILL VOID WARRANTY: It is the responsibility of the installer to maintain a dry, moisture free
inverter enclosure, water ingress is not covered under warranty.
Install Conduit Foam
All conduit entrances must be sealed conduit foam. Ensure to use a product that is listed for use in electrical
applications. Polywater ® ATF
TM
Spray Foam Sealant is an excellent option. Follow the manufactures recommendations
when sealing conduit entrances.
Replace Plastic Shields
Replace the AC Shield and then the DC Shield, in the same way they were removed in Section 3.3.5.2.
Replace Cover
Put the cover back on the Wiring Box. Use a #3 Phillips-head torque driver to tighten the cover screws to 25 in-lbs
(2.8Nm).
