SMA Guia de Instalacion

Solar Inverter
SUNNY BOY 5000US / 6000US / 7000US / 8000US

Installation Guide
SB50US-80US-IUS094030 | TBUS-SB50_60_70US | Version 3.0 US

SMA Solar Technology AG
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions for Models SB 5000US, SB 6000US, SB 7000US,
SB 8000US SOLAR INVERTERS, that shall be followed during installation and maintenance of the
inverter.
The Sunny Boy is designed and tested according to international safety requirements, but as with all
electrical and electronic equipment, certain precautions must be observed when installing and/or
operating the Sunny Boy. To reduce the risk of personal injury and to ensure the safe installation and
operation of the Sunny Boy, you must carefully read and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings
in this Installation Guide.
Warnings
A Warning describes a hazard to equipment or personnel. It calls attention to a procedure or
practice, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of
part or all of the SMA equipment and/or other equipment connected to the SMA equipment or
personal injury.
DANGER!
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING!
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION!
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE!
NOTICE indicates a situation that can result in property damage if not avoided.
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Other Symbols
In addition to the safety and hazard symbols described on the previous pages, the following symbol
is also used in this Installation Guide:
Information
This symbol accompanies notes that call attention to supplementary information that you
should know and use to ensure optimal operation of the system.
Markings on this Product
The following symbols are used as markings on this product with the following meanings.
Warning regarding dangerous voltage

The product works with high voltages. All work on the product may only be done as
described in its documentation.
Beware of hot surface
The product can become hot during operation. Avoid coming into contact with the
product during operation.
Observe the operating instructions
Read the product’s documentation before working on it. Follow all safety precautions
and instructions as described in the documentation.
UL1741 is the standard applied by Underwriters Laboratories to the Sunny Boy to certify
that it meets the requirements of the NEC and IEEE-929-2000. IEEE 929-2000 provides
recommendations regarding the proper equipment and functionality necessary to ensure
compatible operation when power generation is connected to the utility grid.

General Warnings
General Warnings
All electrical installations must be done in accordance with the local and National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
The Sunny Boy contains no user-serviceable parts except for the fans on the bottom of the
enclosure and the handle covers on the sides of the unit. For all repair and maintenance
always return the unit to an authorized SMA Service Center.
Before installing or using the Sunny Boy, read all of the instructions, cautions, and warnings
on the Sunny Boy, the PV array, in this Installation Guide.
Before connecting the Sunny Boy to the electrical utility grid, contact the local utility
company. This connection must be made only by qualified personnel.
PV arrays produce electrical energy when exposed to light and thus can create an
electrical shock hazard. Wiring of the PV-arrays should only be performed by qualified
personnel.

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.1 Target Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.3 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.4 Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2 Unpacking and Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.1 Scope of Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3 AC Voltage Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.1 Opening the Sunny Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.2 Locating Internal Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.3 Configuring the AC Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4 Utility Configuration Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4 Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.1 Choosing a Mounting Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.1.1 Selection of the Mounting Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.1.2 Ambient Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1.3 Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.2 Dimensions and Required Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.3 Mounting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.3.1 Mounting the Wall-Mounting Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.3.2 Mounting the SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.3.3 Mounting the Sunny Boy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5 Wiring the Sunny Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

5.1 Sequence of Connecting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
5.1.1 Wiring without SMA DC-Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
5.1.2 Wiring with SMA DC-Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.2 Bottom View and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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5.3 Opening the Sunny Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

5.4 Opening the SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable). . . . . . . . . . . 41
5.5 Wiring the AC Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.5.1 AC Connection Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.5.2 AC Wiring Without SMA DC-Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.5.3 AC Wiring With SMA DC-Disconnect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.6 Wiring the DC Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.6.1 DC Connection Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.7 DC Input Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
5.8 Connecting the DC Wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5.8.1 DC Wiring Without SMA DC-Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
5.8.2 DC Wiring With SMA DC-Disconnect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.8.3 DC Connection With Additional DC Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5.9 Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
5.10 Closing the Sunny Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
5.11 Closing the SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable). . . . . . . . . . . . 68
6 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
7 Displays and Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
7.1 LED Operation Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
7.2 LED Fault Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
7.3 Status Messages on the LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.3.1 LCD Display Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
7.4 Measuring Channels and Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.4.1 Measuring Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.4.2 Operating Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
7.4.3 Sunny Boy Operating Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
8.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
8.2 Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

9 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
9.1 Cleaning the Fans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
9.2 Cleaning the Handle Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
9.3 Testing the Fans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
9.4 Exchanging the Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
9.4.1 Exchanging the GFDI Fuse within the Sunny Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
9.4.2 Exchanging the PV String Fuses within the SMA DC-Disconnect. . . . . . . . . . 94
10 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
10.1 FCC Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
10.2 Sunny Boy Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
10.2.1 Without SMA DC-Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
10.2.2 With SMA DC-Disconnect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
10.3 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
10.3.1 Sunny Boy 5000US and Sunny Boy 6000US . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
10.3.2 Sunny Boy 7000US and Sunny Boy 8000US . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
10.3.3 SMA DC-Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
10.4 Trip Limits / Trip Times. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
10.5 Torque Values and Wire Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104


1 Introduction
This installation guide provides all the information needed to install, commission and operate a Sunny
Boy (SB 5000US, SB 6000US, SB 7000US, SB 8000US) grid-tied photovoltaic (PV) inverter.
To help avoid problems during the installation, familiarize yourself with the installation
process by reading the entire Installation Guide before starting the installation.
1.1 Target Group
This manual is for qualified personnel. Qualified personnel has received training and has
demonstrated skills and knowledge in the construction and operation of the device. Qualified
personnel is trained to deal with the dangers and hazards involved in installing electric devices.
WARNING!
Lethal voltages are present at various points in a PV system. For safety reasons, it is
recommended that only qualified personnel install and operate this equipment.

1.2 Product overview
The Sunny Boy is a DC to AC grid-tied utility interactive inverter for use with photovoltaic (PV), fuel
cell, wind turbine and other sources of DC power.
In general, the Sunny Boy takes power from a DC source (PV modules) and converts it to AC power
for the utility grid. This power is delivered first to local loads (household appliances, lights, motor
loads, etc.), with any excess power fed to the utility. The power consumed by the local loads reduces
the power needed from the utility. Excess power may actually “spin the utility meter backwards”
depending on the type of meter in your system. This power may also be recorded as power credits
by the utility company depending on the interconnection agreement. An example of basic system
components is shown in Figure below.
Sunny Boy Installed in a Utility Interactive PV System
Position Description
A PV array
B Sunny Boy with SMA DC-Disconnect
C Local loads
D Meter
E Utility Grid
Policies vary from one utility company to another. Consult with a representative of the local
utility company before designing and installing a PV system.

1.3 Safety
Anti-Islanding Protection
Islanding is a condition that can occur if the utility grid is disconnected while the Sunny Boy is
operating and the remaining load is resonant at 60 Hz and matches the output of the Sunny Boy
perfectly. This condition is highly unlikely and had never been witnessed outside of a controlled
laboratory. Nevertheless, the Sunny Boy incorporates an advanced active islanding protection
algorithm to ensure that the system will not export power into a balanced 60 Hz resonant load while
the utility is disconnected. The Sunny Boy periodically injects both leading and lagging reactive
current into the utility grid. This method has been proven by Underwriters Laboratories to effectively
destabilize and disconnect from a balanced island condition.
PV Ground Fault Detection and Interruption
The Sunny Boy is equipped with a ground fault detection device. If a ground fault current greater than
1 Amp is detected, the Sunny Boy will shut down and display the fault condition on the user interface
display. Once the ground fault is located and corrected, the ground fault error will need to be
manually cleared and the inverter will then resume normal operation.
PV Series Fusing
Series fusing may be required depending on the type of PV module used in the system. See NEC
690.9
Interconnection Code Compliance
The Sunny Boy has been tested and listed by Underwriters Laboratories to meet the requirements of
UL1741 Static Inverters and Charge Controllers for use in Photovoltaic Power Systems and UL1998
Software in Programmable Components, as well as IEEE-929-2000 Recommended Practice for Utility
Interface of Photovoltaic Systems and IEEE 1547 Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources
with Electric Power Systems. The Sunny Boy is also listed under UL1741 for Canadian UL.
Contact the local utility and/or the authority having jurisdiction prior to connecting the
Sunny Boy to the utility grid.
FCC Compliance
The Sunny Boy has been tested and shown to conform with all FCC Part 15 A & B EMI/EMC
emissions regulations.

Feature Overview
Over twenty years of inverter manufacturing experience has gone into the design of the Sunny Boy.
As a result, the Sunny Boy represents state-of-the-art technology, high reliability and over all ease of
use - all the qualities you’ve come to expect from the industry leader in inverter manufacturing. Some
of the features included are:
• LCD Display
• Temperature regulated fan cooling with simplified fan replacement
• Auto line voltage detection and configuration
• Advanced communication options
• Compatible with all Sunny Boy products
• High efficiency
• Quiet operation
• Simple installation
• Powder coated die-cast enclosure
Operating Temperature
The Sunny Boy has been designed to maintain full power output at ambient temperatures as high as
113 °F. Fan cooling allows this level of output power to be achieved even in enclosed spaces. The
Sunny Boy will continue to operate well beyond 113 °F and de-rates as needed to maintain a safe
internal component temperature.

1.4 Installation Overview
This section provides a high-level overview of the installation process so you have an idea what to
expect as you proceed through the rest of the Installation Guide.
The installation process is broken down into the following tasks:
Section 2: Unpacking and Inspection
This section provides instructions and information for unpacking the Sunny Boy and inspecting it for
shipping damage.
Section 3: AC Voltage Configuration
This section includes information on removing the cover, locating primary components within the
inverter and selecting the appropriate voltage configuration for the installation.
Section 4: Mounting
This section includes guidelines to help you select the best mounting location, suggestions to insure
optimum performance, cautions and warnings that you should follow to avoid injury and/or
equipment damage and step-by-step instructions for mounting the Sunny Boy inverter.
Section 5: Wiring the Sunny Boy
This section includes guidelines for selecting the correct wire sizes, cautions and warnings that you
should follow to avoid injury and/or equipment damage and step-by-step instructions for wiring the
Sunny Boy to a PV array, household electrical circuits and the utility grid. Procedures are also included
for connecting optional data-communication cables.
Section 6: Commissioning
Commissioning involves applying DC input power to the Sunny Boy, observing the LED and LCD
indicators on the front cover, and resolving any problems that occur.
Section 7: Displays and Messages
This section provides troubleshooting tips and procedures for resolving problems that may occur
during installation and operation.
Section 8: Troubleshooting
This section provides troubleshooting tips and procedures for resolving problems that may occur
during installation and operation.
Section 9: Maintenance
This section includes maintenance and cleaning of the Sunny Boy and cautions and warnings you
should follow to avoid injury and/or equipment damage.
Section 10: Technical Specifications
This section includes technical data for the Sunny Boy, connection diagrams and torque specifications
for the connection of cables and the screws of the Sunny Boy.

2 Unpacking and Inspection

All Sunny Boy inverters are thoroughly tested and inspected before they are packed and shipped.
Although they are shipped in sturdy, recyclable packaging; damage can still occur during shipping.
It is important to carefully inspect the shipping container prior to beginning the installation. If any
external damage to the packaging makes you suspect the inverter itself could be damaged, or if you
find that the inverter is damaged after unpacking it, report the damage immediately to your SMA
dealer and to the shipping company that delivered the Sunny Boy. If it becomes necessary to return
the Sunny Boy, use the original packaging in which it was delivered.
WARNING!
The Sunny Boy weighs up to148 lb. (67 kg). To avoid injury, be sure to use proper lifting
techniques and secure the help of someone to assist in the unpacking and installation of
the inverter.
If you need assistance with a damaged Sunny Boy, contact your SMA dealer or SMA America.
Contact information for SMA America is provided below.

4031 Alvis Court
Rocklin, CA 95677
Tel. +1 916 625 0870
Fax +1 916 625 0871
www.SMA-America.com

2.1 Scope of Delivery
Sunny Boy:
A one Sunny Boy
B one wall-mounting bracket
C one screw and washer for closing the Sunny Boy cover (spare)
two screws and two washers for fastening the Sunny Boy to the wall-mounting bracket
D two jumpers in spare (for the fan test and for the grid configuration)
E two handle covers (left and right)
SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable):

F one SMA DC-Disconnect
G one screw and one washer for closing the SMA DC-Disconnect cover two M6 x 10 screws
and two washers for fastening the SMA DC-Disconnect to the wall-mounting bracket

3 AC Voltage Configuration

3.1 Opening the Sunny Boy
1. Remove the six screws and lock washers from the housing cover and pull the cover forward
smoothly.
2. Place the cover, screws, and lock washers aside where they will be out of your way while you
are connecting wires and cables to the Sunny Boy.
CAUTION!
Be careful not to misplace the screws or the lock washers, as all six screws and lock
washers are required to ensure that the cover is grounded properly and is fully sealed to
the case. Handle the cover carefully, as even minor damage to the cover could result in an
inadequate seal between the cover and the case, thus allowing moisture to enter the case
and damage the sensitive electronic components.
NOTICE!
Do not install the Sunny Boy during periods of precipitation or high humidity (>95%).
Moisture trapped within the enclosure may cause corrosion and damage to the electronic
components.

3.2 Locating Internal Components

The figure below illustrates the locations of the major internal components of the Sunny Boy. Refer to
this illustration as needed to locate particular components.
A Sockets for optional communication Piggy-Back (RS485 or wireless)
B Display
C Status LEDs
D Voltage Configuration Jumpers
E Voltage Configuration Terminal Blocks

F Ground Terminal (PE)
G Output AC Line Terminals (N, L1 and L2)
H PV Grounding + DC Grounding electrode conductor
I Output AC Line Terminals (L1, L2, N and PE)
J PV GROUNDED Terminal (input from PV array)
K PV UNGROUNDED Terminal (input from PV array)
L Combined UNGROUNDED Terminal
M DC– Terminal (input from PV array)
N DC+ Terminal (input from PV array)
O Flat connection for grounding the cable shield for communication
P Terminal for optional communication (RS485)

3.3 Configuring the AC Voltage

The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208 V grid.
The Sunny Boy may be easily configured for the different grid types commonly found in the U.S. The
Sunny Boy is compatible with:
• 208 V AC output (except for Sunny Boy 8000US)
• 240 V AC output
• 277 V AC output
The Sunny Boy comes from the factory pre-configured for
utility interconnection at 240 V AC. The Sunny Boy may
be reconfigured for other voltages by following the steps
below and referring to Figure to the right.
There are four wires coming into the main cabinet through
a grommet. Each wire is labeled with its corresponding
voltage and is connected to one of the two large terminal
blocks located just below the grommet. Refer to the Figure
on the right and follow the instructions below:
1. The input voltage setting is determined by the
jumper that is connected to the left terminal block
(A). The Sunny Boy comes from the factory
configured for connection to a 240 V system. If the
system is 240 V, no adjustment is necessary.
2. If adjustment is necessary, choose the wire with the
correct voltage for your application from the right
terminal block (C ) and connect it to the left side of
the left terminal block. Tighten all wires on the left
terminal block.
Torques for left AC configuration terminal block:
Grey Terminal Blocks (Weidmüller) 10 - 6 AWG: 18 in-lb (2 Nm)
Green Terminal Blocks (Phoenix) 8 - 6 AWG: 40 in-lb (4.5 Nm)
10 AWG: 22 in-lb (2.5 Nm)
3. Do not remove the wire in the left terminal block labeled 0 V (B). It remains connected to the
right side of the left terminal block in all configurations.
4. All unused wires connect to the right terminal block (C) and tighten them. Torques for right AC
configuration terminal block (unused wires):
Grey Terminal Blocks (Weidmüller) 11 in-lb (1.2 Nm)
Green Terminal Blocks (Phoenix) 15 in-lb (1.7 Nm)

If the Sunny Boy is configured for the incorrect

transformer voltage, (e.g. the inverter is configured for
240V and then connected to a 208V grid), the Sunny
Boy will display the following error message:
If this error message is encountered, recheck the input voltage configuration and confirm that it is set
properly.
Automatic Grid Voltage Detection
The Sunny Boy’s software is designed to automatically detect which grid voltage it is feeding.
Depending upon the voltage and phase angle between L1-N and L2-N, the inverter will determine if
it is connected to a 208 V, 240 V or 277 V grid. If the Sunny Boy is configured for the incorrect
transformer voltage, (e.g. the inverter is configured for 240 V and then connected to a 208 V grid),
the Sunny Boy will display an error message.
The table below lists the voltage and frequency limits for the AC connection.
Voltage Range for 208 V nominal, line to line 183 V - 229 V
(except Sunny Boy 8000US)
Voltage Range for 240 V nominal, line to line 211 V - 264 V
Voltage Range for 277 V nominal, line to neutral 244 V - 305 V
Frequency Range 59.3 Hz - 60.5 Hz
If the utility system has a neutral, the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) may require that the
neutral be connected to the inverter. Follow the procedure in 3.4 "Utility Configuration Jumpers"
(page 24) to set the configuration jumpers and chapter 5.5.2 "AC Wiring Without SMA DC-
Disconnect" (page 47) to connect a neutral conductor to the Sunny Boy.

Common Utility Voltage Configurations

The figure below illustrates commonly used transformer types. Remember, when connecting the Sunny
Boy to the utility, the phase relationship is not important, but the voltage must be compatible.
*The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208 V grid.

When using 240 V Delta corner grounded, or 208 V Delta corner grounded grids connect
the L2 terminal to the grounded corner.
3.4 Utility Configuration Jumpers

The utility configuration jumpers allow the Sunny Boy to be connected to transformers where the
neutral is not present, such as the 208 V and 240 V Delta, shown in Figure "Common Utility Voltage
Configurations" on page 23. The figure below shows an overview of default settings, settings for grids
with no neutral, and fan test settings.
Default settings:
(use Input Voltage Wires)
208 V Delta, No Neutral or *

208 Delta corner Grounded *
240 V Delta, No Neutral or

240 Delta corner Grounded
Fan Test
* The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208 V grid.

The figures below illustrate the proper jumper settings when connecting to a 240 Delta: 120V Stinger
type transformer, or 240 Delta Corner grounded transformer, respectively. Note the order in which
inverters are connected to the phases.
Configuration Jumper Examples for 240 V Delta: 120 V Stinger
Configuration Jumper Examples for 240 V Delta corner grounded
When using 240 V Delta corner grounded, or 208 V Delta corner grounded grids connect
the L2 terminal to the grounded corner.

4 Mounting
This section provides guidelines to help you select the best mounting location, suggestions to insure
optimum performance, cautions and warnings that you should follow to avoid injury and/or
equipment damage, and step-by-step instructions for mounting a Sunny Boy inverter.
WARNING!
The Sunny Boy weighs up to 147 lb. (67 kg). To avoid injury, be sure to use proper lifting
the inverter.
Occasionally, the rating label on the Sunny Boy will need to be referred to. For this reason,
it is required that the inverter be mounted so that the rating label on the side of the inverter
is visible.
4.1 Choosing a Mounting Location

Consider the following guidelines, cautions, and warnings when choosing a mounting location for the
Sunny Boy.
4.1.1 Selection of the Mounting Location

DANGER!
Danger to life due to fire or explosion.
There is always a certain risk with electric devices that a fire can occur, even though
greatest attention was paid to avoiding this during the development.
Do not install the inverter
• on flammable construction materials,
• in areas where highly flammable materials are stored,
• in potentially explosive areas!
CAUTION!
The Sunny Boy weighs up to 147 lb. (67 kg). Ensure that the mounting surface is strong
enough to hold the weight of the Sunny Boy. Do not mount the Sunny Boy on plasterboard
(sheet-rock) or thin wood panelling.
• The inverter should be installed in a location that is inaccessible to children.

• The Sunny Boy emits a slight vibrating noise when operating. This vibration is normal and has
no effect on performance, but it can be objectionable if the inverter is mounted on a wall in a
living area, on the outside of a wall that is near a living area, or on certain types of materials,
such as thin wood panelling or sheet metal.
4.1.2 Ambient Conditions
• Do not install the Sunny Boy in direct sunlight. External heating from exposure to the sun may
cause excessive internal heating. This can result in reduced output power to protect the internal
components from damage.
• Install the Sunny Boy in a location that maintains an ambient air temperature that is less than
113 °F (45°C). To maintain a safe internal component temperature, the Sunny Boy may power
reduce if the ambient air temperature exceeds 113 °F (45°C). (The cooler the air temperature,
the longer the life expectancy of any power electronics device.)
• The Sunny Boy is constructed in a rugged powder coated aluminum enclosure designed for
outdoor installations. However, care should always be taken to minimize exposure to the
elements. It is best to minimize exposure to rain, snow and ice, etc. Do not install the Sunny Boy
in a location exposed to sources of direct water spray such as sprinklers or downspouts.
4.1.3 Position
• Vertical installation or tilted backward by max. 45°.

• Never install the inverter with a forward tilt.
• Do not install horizontally.
• Install at eye level to allow operating modes to be read at all times.

4.2 Dimensions and Required Clearances

CAUTION!
If you are installing the Sunny Boy in a cabinet, closet, or other relatively small enclosed
area, you must provide sufficient air circulation to dissipate the heat generated by the
inverter.
The outer dimensions of the Sunny Boy are shown in the figure below. The Sunny Boy must be
mounted so that there is at least eight inches of clearance around the Sunny Boy. Wall-mounted
outdoor units are intended for mounting at least 3 feet of the ground.
Outer Dimensions of the Sunny Boy
You must ensure that there is sufficient clearance for the flow of the air around the Sunny
Boy! In a normal operating environment with good ventilation, eight inches of clearance is
adequate.
The National Electrical Code may require significantly larger working clearances (see
NEC Section 110.26).

Dimensions of the Wall Mounting Bracket

Dimensions for the installation of the conduits

4.3 Mounting Procedure
4.3.1 Mounting the Wall-Mounting Bracket

The Sunny Boy is shipped with a T-shaped wall-mounting bracket that is suitable for use with most
walls (see Figures below). The horizontal part of the bracket has 12 holes. Use the 4 outermost holes
of the wall-mounting bracket for mounting on wooden stud walls. Make sure that the wall you choose
to mount the Sunny Boy on is sturdy enough to support its weight (67 kg/145 lb.) over a long period
of time and that the wall is plumb. The bracket may also be mounted on stone, brick or solid walls. Be
sure to use the appropriate type of mounting hardware for the wall material and ensure that the
hardware is no smaller than ¼”.
Mounting Bracket - Stone Wall Mounting
Mounting Bracket - Wood Wall Mounting with 1 Stud

Mounting Bracket - Wood Wall Mounting with 2 Studs
Use the following procedure to mount the wall-mounting bracket:
WARNING!
To prevent electrical shock or other injury, check for existing electrical or plumbing
installations in the walls before drilling mounting holes for the Sunny Boy.
1. Locate the T-shaped wall-mounting bracket included in the shipping container with the Sunny
Boy.
2. Position the wall-mounting bracket against the wall where you intend to mount the Sunny Boy.
(Try to mount the Sunny Boy so that the display is approximately at eye-level.) Place a level on
the top edge of the bracket, and adjust the position of the bracket until it is level. The bottom of
the bracket will be the approximate location of the bottom of the inverter.
3. Using the wall-mounting bracket as a template, mark the wall through at least three holes in the
horizontal or vertical portion of the bracket.
CAUTION!
Ensure that there are studs in the wall at the places where you intend to drill the mounting-
holes. DO NOT use molly or toggle bolts to mount the Sunny Boy to sheet rock or
panelling.
4. Set the bracket aside temporarily, and drill holes at the marks you made on the wall.

Tip for installing

The diameter of the holes you drill must match the hardware you are using to mount the
Sunny Boy.
For example, if you are mounting the Sunny Boy to a concrete wall, the hole diameter
should be approximately the same as the outside diameter of the concrete anchors you
intend to use. If you are mounting the Sunny Boy on a wall that has wooden studs inside it,
the hole diameter should be the correct size for the lag screws you intend to use to mount
the bracket. It is recommended that the lag screws be made of stainless steel, and the
diameter of the screws closely match the diameter of the holes in the wall-mounting bracket.
Make sure that the screws are long enough to penetrate the wall to a depth of 1 and 1/2“.
5. Insert the screws through the holes in the wall-mounting bracket and into the holes you drilled in
the wall. Tighten the screws until the bracket is held firmly against the wall. Do not overtighten
the screws.
4.3.2 Mounting the SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable)

Attach the SMA DC-Disconnect to the two lower holes of
the wall-mounting bracket, using two M6 x 10 screws
and washers provided. The teeth of the washers should
face towards the wall in order to ensure proper
grounding. Tighten the screw to a torque of 44 in-lb (5
Nm).

4.3.3 Mounting the Sunny Boy
Use the following procedure to mount the Sunny Boy:

1. Carefully lift the Sunny Boy onto the wall-mounting bracket. Hook the Sunny Boy using the
enclosure opening in the back plate into the wall bracket (see # 1 in Figure above).
WARNING!
The Sunny Boy weighs up to 147 lb. (67 kg). To avoid injury, be sure to use proper lifting
the inverter.
2. Inspect the Sunny Boy from both sides to ensure that it sits centered on the wall bracket.
3. Attach the Sunny Boy to the mounting bracket with the two M6 screws and washers provided
through holes next to the fan outputs on both sides of the Sunny Boy (see # 2 in Figure above).
The teeth of the washers should face towards the wall in order to ensure proper grounding.
Tighten the screws to a torque of 44 in-lb (5 Nm).
4. Close the fan outputs with the handle covers (see # 3 in Figure above) provided in the
accessories kit. They are required to adequately prevent insects entering the unit.
Should the handle covers break, new handle covers can be ordered from SMA America.
5. Carefully verify that the Sunny Boy is firmly mounted in place.

6. When the Sunny Boy has been mounted correctly it should look like one of the examples in
Figure below.

5 Wiring the Sunny Boy

This section provides step-by-step procedures and other information required for wiring the Sunny Boy
to the PV array and the utility grid. To complete the installation in a safe and efficient manner,
complete the steps in the order that they appear.
WARNING!
Before connecting or operating the Sunny Boy, read all of the instructions, cautions, and
warnings on the Sunny Boy, the PV array and in this Installation Guide.
WARNING!
You must connect the wires that carry the AC voltage from the Sunny Boy to the utility grid
and the wires that carry the DC voltage from the PV array to the Sunny Boy in the order
described in the procedures in this section. Deviating from these procedures could expose
you to lethal voltage that can cause serious injury.
WARNING!
Always turn OFF all breakers and switches in the PV system before connecting any wires
to or disconnecting any wires from the Sunny Boy.
For inverters provided with a fixed AC output:

The AC input and AC output circuits are isolated from the enclosure and system grounding,
if required by section 250 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, is the
responsibility of the installer.
The Photovoltaic System Grounding shall be installed per the requirements of sections
690.41 through 690.47 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and is the
responsibility of the installer.
AC Grounding
The Sunny Boy must be connected to the AC ground from the utility via the Ground Terminal (PE) (see
3.2 "Locating Internal Components" (page 19)).
PV Grounding
The PV array (frame) ground should be connected to the PV Grounding and DC Grounding Electrode
Conductor (see 3.2 "Locating Internal Components" (page 19)). The size for the conductor is usually
based on the size of the largest conductor in the DC system.

DC Grounding Electrode Conductor

A DC grounding electrode conductor may be required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) Use
the PV Grounding and DC Grounding Electrode Conductor (see 3.2 "Locating Internal Components"
(page 19)).

5.1 Sequence of Connecting
5.1.1 Wiring without SMA DC-Disconnect

WARNING!
Always connect the wires to the Sunny Boy in the following sequence:
1. De-energize all energy sources by opening all AC and DC disconnects and/or breakers.
2. Wiring from AC breaker to the AC disconnect switch.
3. Wiring from the AC disconnect switch to the Sunny Boy, follow the procedure on page 47 et
seq..
4. Wiring from the PV wires to the DC disconnect.
5. Wiring from the DC disconnect to the Sunny Boy, follow the procedure on page 58 et seq..
6. Turn the DC switches and/or breakers ON.
7. Turn the AC switches and/or breakers ON.
To disconnect the Sunny Boy first turn OFF all AC disconnects and then all DC disconnects. The AC
system should always be disconnected before the DC system.
After the Sunny Boy is de-energized, disconnect the wiring in the reverse order from above.
WARNING!
Always wait a minimum of 5 minutes for stored potentials in the Sunny Boy to discharge
completely before opening the enclosure.
WARNING!
All electrical installations must be done in accordance with all local electrical codes and
the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70.
WARNING!

5.1.2 Wiring with SMA DC-Disconnect

WARNING!
Always connect the wires to the Sunny Boy in the following sequence:
1. De-energize all energy sources by opening all AC and DC switch disconnects and/or breakers .
2. Wiring from the AC breaker to the SMA DC-Disconnect, follow the procedure on page 50 et
seq..
3. AC wiring from the SMA DC-Disconnect to the Sunny Boy, follow the procedure on page 50 et
seq..
4. Wiring from the PV array to the SMA DC-Disconnect, follow the procedure on page 60 et seq..
5. DC wiring from the SMA DC-Disconnect to the Sunny Boy, follow the procedure on page 60 et
seq..
6. Switch the SMA DC-Disconnect to the "1" position.
7. Turn the AC breaker ON.
To disconnect the Sunny Boy, first turn OFF all AC disconnects and turn the SMA DC-Disconnect to
the "0" position. The AC system should always be disconnected before the DC system. After the Sunny
Boy is de-energized, disconnect the wiring in the reverse order from above.
WARNING!
Always wait a minimum of 5 minutes for stored potentials in the Sunny Boy to discharge
completely before opening the enclosure.
WARNING!
the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70.
WARNING!

5.2 Bottom View and Dimensions

The DC input from the PV array (via the DC disconnect enclosure) and the output to the AC utility grid
connect to the inverter inside the Sunny Boy’s case. The internal AC and DC wiring terminals accept
a maximum wire size of #6 AWG. Knockouts are provided on the bottom of the Sunny Boy near each
of the terminals for the wires to enter the case, see Figure below.
A 1/2“ Communication Cable Glands
B 3/4“ DC Knockout
C 3/4“ AC Knockout
Information
The AC and DC knockouts are sized for 3/4 inch rigid conduit (EMT). DO NOT enlarge
any of these holes, as this is a violation of UL requirements and will void the SMA warranty.
5.3 Opening the Sunny Boy
1. Remove the six screws from the housing cover and pull the cover forward smoothly.
2. Put the cover, the screws and the washers to one side so that they do not get lost.

5.4 Opening the SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable)

1. Turn the SMA DC-Disconnect off by turning the switch to "0".
2. Loosen screw in the right area of the SMA DC-Disconnect with a small phillips screwdriver (used
screw: UNC no 5 x 3/4“, cross recess Phillips pan head machine screw). Do not remove the
screw. Check if you can remove the knob of the SMA DC-Disconnect. If not, unscrew the screw
further until you can remove the knob. The screw is attached with a rubber washer in order to
make the assembly easier.
3. Remove the screw and the washer from the bottom side of the SMA DC-Disconnect, which
fastens the cover.
4. Pull off the switch handle.
5. Remove the cover of the SMA DC-Disconnect by
pulling it down and moving it at the same time
carefully forward at its lower edge.

5.5 Wiring the AC Output

This subsection provides complete, step-by-step procedures for wiring the AC output from the Sunny
Boy to the utility grid.
5.5.1 AC Connection Requirements

WARNING!
with the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70. Use #6 AWG (maximum), 90
°C (194 °F), copper wire for all AC wiring connections to the Sunny Boy. Voltage drop
and other considerations may dictate that larger size wires be used. Use only solid or
stranded wire but not fine stranded wire.
WARNING!
The National Electrical Code (NEC) states that the inverter must be connected to a
dedicated circuit, and that no other outlets or devices can be connected to the same circuit.
See NEC Section 690-64(b)(1). The NEC also imposes limitations on the size of the
inverter and the manner in which it is connected to the utility grid. See NEC Section 690-
64(b)(2).
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with the required branch circuit
overcurrent device sized in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
The maximum size overcurrent device shall not be more than 50 amperes.
The following diagrams show the potential losses in AC wires with respect to the cross-sectional area
of the cable and the length of the cable. Use the following diagrams to determine the best wire size
to use for your particular installation.

Sunny Boy 5000US Energy Losses in Various Wire Sizes and Wire Lengths
Percent voltage drop for 208 V AC and 240 V AC service
Percent voltage drop for 277 V AC service




5.5.2 AC Wiring Without SMA DC-Disconnect

Use the following procedure to connect the AC wires to the Sunny Boy without the SMA DC-
Disconnect:
WARNING!
in the order described in this procedure. Deviating from this procedure could expose you
to lethal voltages that can cause serious injury and/or death.
1. Turn OFF the main breaker in the main utility breaker box.
2. Remove interior breaker panel cover.
3. If you are replacing an existing inverter, disconnect the wires for the AC line you are working
with in the breaker box.
4. Install a 3/4-inch conduit fitting in the Sunny Boy’s AC wiring knockout (the knockout on the right
side of the Sunny Boy, as shown in chapter 5.2 "Bottom View and Dimensions" (page 40)).
Fasten the conduit fitting on the inside of the Sunny Boy with the appropriate locknut.
5. Install a 3/4-inch conduit between the main breaker box and the Sunny Boy’s AC wiring
knockout.
6. Pull the AC wires through the conduit from the interior of the breaker box to the interior of the
Sunny Boy.
7. Refer to the figures on pages 48 and 49 for steps 8 through 10.
CAUTION!
Avoid using wire nuts to join any wires together or to make any connections anywhere in
the PV system. Wire nuts are a frequent cause of unreliable, resistive connections, and
ground faults.
8. Connect the AC equipment-ground wire to the PE terminal labeled in the Sunny Boy.
The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208 V grid.
9. For 208/240/277 V connect the L1 (AC line 1 or UNGROUNDED) wire to the terminal
labeled L1 in the Sunny Boy.
10. For 208/240 V connect the L2 (AC line 2) and N (AC line N) wire to the terminal labeled L2
and N in the Sunny Boy. For 277 V connect the N (AC line N) wire to the terminal labeled N
in the Sunny Boy.
Note: For 277 V the L2 terminal is not used.

The terminal must be opened completely before you insert the cable.
11. Connect the wires to the terminal blocks in the Sunny Boy and tighten them. Torques for AC
connection terminal blocks:
10 AWG: 22 in-lb (2.5 Nm)
12. Verify that all connections are correctly wired and properly torqued. Pull on the cable in order
to make sure that it is sufficiently fixed in the terminal.
AC Connection Terminals for 208 V (not for Sunny Boy 8000US) and 240 V
A L1 wire connected to L1 terminal
B N wire connected to N terminal
C L2 wire connected to L2 terminal
D Equipment ground wire connected to PE terminal

AC Connection Terminals for 277 V
A L1 wire connected to L1 terminal
B N wire connected to N terminal
C Equipment ground wire connected to PE terminal

5.5.3 AC Wiring With SMA DC-Disconnect

Use the following procedure to connect the AC wires to the Sunny Boy with the SMA DC-Disconnect:
WARNING!
in the order described in this procedure. Deviating from this procedure could expose you
to lethal voltages that can cause serious injury and/or death.
1. Turn OFF the main breaker in the main utility breaker box.
2. Remove interior breaker panel cover.
3. If you are replacing an existing inverter, disconnect the wires for the AC line you are working
with in the breaker box.
4. Install a 3/4-inch conduit fitting in the SMA DC-Disconnect AC wiring knockout (the knockout
on the right side of the SMA DC-Disconnect). Fasten the conduit fitting on the inside of the SMA
DC-Disconnect with the appropriate locknut.
5. Install 3/4-inch conduit between the main breaker box and the SMA DC-Disconnect’s AC
wiring knockout.
6. Pull the AC wires through the conduit from the interior of the breaker box to the interior of the
SMA DC-Disconnect.
CAUTION!
ground faults.
7. Connect the AC equipment-ground wire to the PE

terminal labeled in the SMA DC-Disconnect.

8. For 208/240/277 V connect the L1 (AC line 1 or

UNGROUNDED) wire to the terminal labeled L1 in
the SMA DC-Disconnect.
The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a
208 V grid.
9. For 208/240 V connect the L2 (AC line 2) and N

(AC line N) wire to the terminal labeled L2 and N in
the SMA DC-Disconnect.
208 V grid.
For 277 V connect the N (AC line N) wire to the

terminal labeled N in the SMA DC-Disconnect.
Note: For 277 V the L2 terminal is not used.
10. Connect the wires to the terminal blocks in the SMA DC-Disconnect and tighten to a torque of
15 in-lb (1.7 Nm).
11. Use a screwdriver in order to poke a hole in the
groove of the grommet inside the inverter.
12. Remove the membrane.

13. Pull the cable into the Sunny Boy.
14. Pull the cable slightly back in order to seal the

grommet.
15. Connect the green/yellow cable of the Sunny Boy to

the terminal labeled:
16. Connect the white wire of the SMA DC-Disconnect to

the terminal labeled N and the black wire to the
terminal labeled L1 of the Sunny Boy.
17. For 208/240 V connect the red wire to the terminal

labeled L2 in the Sunny Boy.
208 V grid.

For 277 V connect the red wire to the terminal

labeled in the Sunny Boy (not used).
18. Connect the wires to the terminal blocks in the Sunny Boy and tighten them. Torques for AC
connection terminal blocks:
10 AWG: 22 in-lb (2.5 Nm)
19. Verify that all connections are correctly wired and properly torqued. Pull on the cable in order
to make sure that it is sufficiently fixed in the terminal.

5.6 Wiring the DC Input

This subsection provides procedures for wiring the DC input from the PV array to the Sunny Boy. The
figure below shows a simplified wiring diagram of a PV system.
Simplified Electrical Wiring Diagram of a PV System

5.6.1 DC Connection Requirements

WARNING!
with the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70. For installation in Canada the
installations must be done in accordance with applicable Canadian standards.
WARNING!
Use #10 AWG to # 6 AWG, 90 °C (194 °F), copper wire for all DC wiring connections
to the Sunny Boy. Voltage drop and other considerations may dictate that larger size wires
be used. Use only solid or stranded wire but not fine stranded wire.
WARNING!
The DC disconnect for the inverter must have a minimum rating of 600 V DC and 36 A
continuous. The SMA DC disconnect is shipped with four 15 A, 600 V DC fuses (one for
each string). The maximum fuse rating for the four SMA DC disconnect fuses is 20 A, 600 V
DC (one for each string). For fuse sizing please refer to NEC 690.9.
Use the online SMA string size calculator at www.sma-america.com to determine the
correct string configuration. To navigate to the string size calculator, click on the shortcut
on the home page.
Series fusing may be required depending on the type of PV module used in the system. See
NEC 690.9.

5.7 DC Input Grounding

The Sunny Boy comes from the factory configured for negative ground systems. Certain types of PV
modules may require that the positive terminal be grounded instead of the negative terminal. To
configure the Sunny Boy for positive ground, move the fuse (1) and change the jumper position (2)
as shown in the following illustrations.
GFDI Fuse and Jumper Settings for Negative Ground
GFDI Fuse and Jumper Settings for Positive Ground

5.8 Connecting the DC Wires

WARNING!
You must connect the wires that carry the DC voltage from the PV array to the Sunny Boy
in the order described in the following procedure. Deviating from this procedure could
expose you to lethal voltages that can cause serious injury and/or death.
WARNING!
PV arrays are energized when exposed to light. Use safe working practices when working
on PV arrays.
WARNING!
Always turn OFF all AC and DC breakers and switches in the PV system and wait a
minimum of 5 minutes for the Sunny Boy to completely discharge before connecting any
wires to the Sunny Boy or disconnecting any wires from the Sunny Boy. Failure to do so
could expose you to lethal voltages that can cause serious injury and/or death.
CAUTION!
Verify the polarity and the open-circuit voltage from the PV strings before you connect the
DC wires to the Sunny Boy. Applying an open-circuit DC-input voltage that exceeds the
maximum DC-input-voltage range will cause irreversible damage to the Sunny Boy and
void the warranty! Always configure the DC-input-voltage range correctly before
connecting the DC-input wires from the PV array to the Sunny Boy. Use the online SMA
string size calculator at www.sma-america.com to determine the correct string
configuration.
WARNING!
Verify that the DC current of your installation does not exceed the maximum values
specified in the type rating label.
Check both the polarity and the open-circuit voltage from the PV strings!

5.8.1 DC Wiring Without SMA DC-Disconnect

Use the following procedure to connect the DC wires to the Sunny Boy without SMA DC-Disconnect:
1. Verify that the AC breaker is OFF.
2. Verify that the DC disconnect is open in the external DC disconnect enclosure.
3. Install a 3/4-inch conduit fitting in the Sunny Boy’s DC wiring knockout. The DC knockout is the
left one of the two large openings in the center on the bottom of the Sunny Boy, as shown in
chapter 5.2 "Bottom View and Dimensions" (page 40) and in the figure below. Fasten the
conduit fitting on the inside of the Sunny Boy with the appropriate locknut.
4. Install 3/4-inch conduit between the DC disconnect enclosure and the Sunny Boy’s DC wiring
knockout.
5. Refer to the figure below for steps 6 through 8.
A Positive DC wire connected to DC+
B Negative DC wire connected to DC–
C DC Knockout
6. Pull the DC wires from the DC disconnect through the conduit into the interior of the Sunny Boy.
7. Connect the positive DC wire to the terminal labeled DC+ in the Sunny Boy.
8. Connect the negative DC wire to the terminal labeled DC– in the Sunny Boy.
The Sunny Boy has provisions for up to three PV strings. The positive and negative terminal
blocks each have three positions, so three pairs of DC-input wires can be connected in
parallel.

CAUTION!
ground faults.
9. Connect the positive and negative DC wires to the appropriate terminals in the DC disconnect
enclosure.
10. Connect the DC equipment ground wire to the PE terminal labeled in the Sunny Boy.
11. Torque all wires in the AC and DC terminal blocks inside the Sunny Boy to:
10 AWG: 22 in-lb (2.5 Nm)
12. Verify that all connections are correctly wired and properly torqued. Make a tension test.

5.8.2 DC Wiring With SMA DC-Disconnect

CAUTION!
ground faults.
The terminal has to be fully opened before you insert the cabel into it.
Use the following procedure to connect the DC wires to the Sunny Boy with SMA DC-Disconnect:
1. Verify that the AC breaker is OFF.
2. Install a 3/4-inch conduit fitting in the SMA DC-Disconnect’s DC wiring knockout (the knockout
on the left side of the SMA DC-Disconnect). Fasten the conduit fitting on the inside of the SMA
DC-Disconnect with the appropriate locknut.
3. Install 3/4-inch conduit between the SMA DC-Disconnect and the PV array.
4. Pull the DC wires, the ground wires from the PV array and the grounding electrode wire through
the conduit into the interior of the SMA DC-Disconnect.
The SMA DC-Disconnect has provisions for up to four PV strings. The PV UNGROUNDED
and PV GROUNDED terminal block each has four positions, so four pairs of DC-input wires
can be connected in parallel.
5. Connect the grounding electrode to the grounding

electrode conductor terminal (B).
6. Connect the PV generator grounding to the
grounding electrode conductor terminal (A).

Negative Grounding
To verify that your inverter is grounded as intended please refer to section 5.7 "DC Input
Grounding" (page 56).
7. Connect the positive DC wires (A) to the terminal

labeled PV UNGROUNDED in the SMA DC-
Disconnect.
8. Connect the negative DC wires (A) to the terminal

labeled PV GROUNDED in the SMA DC-Disconnect.
9. Torque all wires in the terminal blocks inside the SMA DC-Disconnect to 15 in-lb (1.7 Nm).
groove of the grommet.

12. Pull the DC wires from the DC disconnect through the

conduit into the interior of the Sunny Boy.
13. Pull the wires slightly back in order to seal the

grommet.
14. Connect the black wire (PV UNGROUNDED) to the

terminal labeled DC+ in the Sunny Boy.
15. Connect the white wire (PV GROUNDED) to the

terminal labeled DC– in the Sunny Boy.
16. Torque all wires in the terminal blocks inside the Sunny Boy to:
10 AWG: 22 in-lb (2.5 Nm)
Verify that all connections are correctly wired and properly torqued. Make a tension test.

Positive Grounding
To verify that your inverter is grounded as intended please refer to section 5.7 "DC Input
Grounding" (page 56).
1. Connect the negative DC wires (A) to the terminal

labeled PV UNGROUNDED in the SMA DC-
Disconnect.
2. Connect the positive DC wires (A) to the terminal


groove of the grommet.

6. Pull the DC wires from the DC disconnect through the

conduit into the interior of the Sunny Boy.
7. Pull the wires slightly back in order to seal the

grommet.
8. Connect the white wire (PV GROUNDED) to the

terminal labeled DC+ in the Sunny Boy.
9. Connect the black wire (PV UNGROUNDED) to the

terminal labeled DC- in the Sunny Boy.
10. Torque all wires in the terminal blocks inside the Sunny Boy to:
10 AWG: 22 in-lb (2.5 Nm)
11. Verify that all connections are correctly wired and properly torqued.

5.8.3 DC Connection With Additional DC Distribution

Using Spring Terminal Labeled Combined
1. Insert the insulated screwdriver into the provided slot of the spring terminal.
2. Push the screwdriver up, the spring terminal is opened.
3. Insert the stripped cable into the spring terminal.
4. Return the screwdriver to its original position.
5. Remove the screwdriver. The spring terminal is closed and the cable is fastened.
DC Connection With Additional DC-Distribution, Negative Grounding
1. Connect the positive DC wire (A) to the terminal
labeled COMBINED in the SMA DC-Disconnect.
2. Connect the negative DC wire (A) to the terminal


DC Connection With Additional DC-Distribution, Positive Grounding

1. Connect the negative DC wire (A) to the terminal
labeled COMBINED in the SMA DC-Disconnect.
2. Connect the positive DC wire (A) to the terminal

5.9 Communication
The Sunny Boy can be retrofitted with a communication interface (socket see section 3.2 "Locating
Internal Components" (page 19)) to communicate with special data acquisition devices (e.g. Sunny
WebBox) or a PC with appropriate software (e.g. Sunny Data).
For a complete listing of all applicable communication options please refer to the SMA web page or
the product catalogue.
See the communication interface documentation for a detailed wiring diagram and instructions for
insertion.
5.10 Closing the Sunny Boy

When you have finished connecting the AC-output wires, the DC-input wires, and the communication
cables, re-check all your connections to ensure that everything is in the right place and that all
connections and knockout fittings are secure and properly torqued. Check all of the knockout fittings
on the bottom of the Sunny Boy to ensure that they provide a weather-tight seal.
WARNING!
Never install the Sunny Boy during rain or very damp conditions. Because the Sunny Boy
is completely sealed, you must be sure no moisture is trapped inside the enclosure when
securing the lid.

CAUTION!
Be careful not to misplace the screws or the lock washers that attach the cover to the case,
as all six screws and lock washers are required to ensure that the cover is grounded
properly and is fully sealed to the case. Handle the cover carefully, as even minor damage
to the cover could result in an inadequate seal between the cover and the case, thus
allowing moisture to enter the case and damage the sensitive electronic components.
Use the following procedure to replace the cover on the Sunny Boy:
1. Check wire routing to ensure that no wires can interfere with proper sealing of the cover and
that no pressure will be exerted on the connections when the cover is replaced.
2. Locate the six screws and lock washers you removed to take the cover off the Sunny Boy. Make
sure you have all six screws and lock washers, as all of this hardware is necessary to ensure
proper grounding and a weather-tight seal.
3. Check the seal on the inside of the cover to ensure it is undamaged and in the correct position.
4. Carefully position the cover on the front of the
Sunny Boy so that the six holes in the cover are
aligned correctly with the six threaded holes in the
case.
Be sure when reinstalling the six screws that the
lock washers are installed correctly. The teeth of
the washers should face towards the lid.
5. While holding the cover in place, carefully insert

the six screws with lock washers through the holes
in the cover into the threaded holes in the case and
turn them until they are finger-tight. Be careful not to
cross-thread any of the screws. Do not use power
tools to start the screws.
6. Verify that the cover is in the correct position and
that the seal is in place between the case and the
cover.
7. Tighten the cover screws to a torque of 53 in-lbs. (6
Nm).

5.11 Closing the SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable)

1. Make sure the string fuses are securely mounted.
2. Position the cover onto the SMA DC-Disconnect

and insert the switch handle into the cover.
3. Turn the switch to the "0" position and tighten the
screw on the right side of the switch with a small
phillips screwdriver (used screw: UNC no 5 x 3/
4“, cross recess Pillips pan head machine screw).
4. Install the screw and washer on the bottom side of
the SMA DC-Disconnect, to fasten the cover. The teeth of the washer must face toward the cover
in order to ensure proper grounding. Tighten the screw to a torque of 44 in-lb (5 Nm).

6 Commissioning
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WARNING!
Follow the steps in the commissioning procedure in the order they are presented. Deviating
from these procedures could expose you to lethal voltages that can cause serious injury
and/or death.
WARNING!
Never insert the GFDI fuse into the Sunny Boy without the fuse holder base. Latent voltage
may still be present and electric shock may result.
CAUTION!
Follow the steps in the commissioning procedure in the order they are presented. Deviating
from these procedures could cause irreversible damage to the Sunny Boy and void the
warranty.
All Sunny Boy inverters have a sophisticated system for detecting and responding to PV array ground
faults as required by NEC Section 690.5. The PV array normally operates in a grounded
configuration. Depending on the type of system, the array’s negative or positive conductor is
connected to the grounding system inside the inverter as a part of the UL1741 Listed ground-fault
detection system. The GFDI protection is active whenever there is sufficient DC voltage to turn on the
LCD in the Sunny Boy.
To commission the Sunny Boy, follow these simple instructions:
1. Make sure any covering placed over the PV array is removed.
2. Connect the grid voltage to the Sunny Boy by switching on the main AC circuit breaker in the
main utility panel.
3. Switch the external DC disconnect to the „on“ position or switch the SMA DC-Disconnect to the
“1“ position. If there is sufficient sunlight available, the Sunny Boy will enter the “Wait” mode
at this time and the green LED will begin to blink.
4. If no AC faults are detected, the “Wait” mode will end after 10 seconds and the green LED will
stop blinking, remain on and the Sunny Boy will begin to operate normally. If an AC fault was
registered, the Sunny Boy will wait 5 minutes prior to starting.
If there is a ground fault in the array, the “EarthCurrentMax” error message will be
displayed and the GFDI fuse may clear. If this error message is encountered, switch off the
DC and AC disconnects to the Sunny Boy and troubleshoot the array.

If the Sunny Boy is not operating as expected after the commissioning procedure has been
completed, refer to Section 7 "Displays and Messages" (page 71) and to Section
8 "Troubleshooting" (page 86).
If there is adequate solar irradiation and the resulting PV input voltage is greater than
300 V DC (365 V DC for Sunny Boy 8000US), the Sunny Boy will automatically begin
feeding power to the utility grid.
The Sunny Boy operates from the power produced by the PV array and is designed for
minimal internal DC-power consumption. The maximum power that the Sunny Boy will
consume in normal operation is 7 W.
Anytime the AC power is disconnected from the inverter, either manually or as a result of
an AC disturbance, the inverter will wait 5 minutes after the AC power has been restored
to reconnect. When servicing the inverter, always disconnect the DC first, then the AC.

7 Displays and Messages

The Sunny Boy LED Status Indicator
Each Sunny Boy inverter comes equipped with three LED status indicators. (Shown in the figure above)
This allows the user to determine the operating mode of the inverter at a glance.
The basic definitions of the indicator lights are as follows:
The green LED indicates normal operation of the inverter.
The red LED indicates the status of the GFDI fuse, located
inside the Sunny Boy. If this LED is lit, the GFDI fuse has
cleared or is not present.
The yellow LED indicates that there is a fault of some kind,

either inside the inverter or somewhere in the PV system.
The inverter will not operate until the fault has been
corrected. The different error codes and possible causes
are addressed later in this section and in Section
8 "Troubleshooting" (page 86).

The red and yellow LEDs combined indicate that the

inverter has detected a ground fault. The ground fault must
be located and cleared and the inverter reset manually.
The inverter will not restart automatically after detecting a
ground fault. The ground fault may also clear the GFDI
fuse.
All GFDI fuses are disabled in turbine mode.
7.1 LED Operation Indicators

Standby (Night)
The inverter is in standby mode because the input voltage is too low for operation.
Initialization
The inverter is initializing. The power from the array is sufficient to initialize control power, but not yet
powerful enough to begin normal operation. Data transmission is not possible during initialization.
Occasionally, during inclement weather or low irradiation, the LEDs may all turn on at once and then
go off again. This indicates that the inverter is trying to initialize but the power available from the array
is not sufficient for normal operation. This is not a malfunction.

Starting
The inverter has sufficient PV power to calibrate its internal systems, but not enough to begin normal
operation. Typically, the calibration lasts less than 10 seconds and then the inverter resumes normal
operation. PV voltage must remain > PV Start Voltage setting for the period of the P-Start parameter
setting. (See chapter 8 "Troubleshooting" (page 86)) The inverter will also show this status if it has
been manually set to STOP mode.
Waiting
The inverter has determined that there is enough voltage from the array to operate and is checking
the condition of the grid prior to connecting to it.
If the inverter fails to connect to the utility grid 3 times in a row, it will wait 10 minutes before
the next attempt.
In case of a grid failure, the Sunny Boy waits 5 minutes before it tries to reconnect to the
grid.
Normal Operation
The inverter is feeding the utility grid in either “MPP”, “Constant Voltage” or “Turbine” mode.
“MPP” Mode: The Sunny Boy adjusts the voltage and current from the PV array to obtain the greatest
PV output power.
“Constant Voltage” Mode: The voltage from the PV array has been set to a fixed value. This value is
set by using the Sunny Boy Control or the Sunny Data software. (The parameter name is “V-Const”)
This mode is typically used for fuel cell or micro-hydro applications.
“Turbine” Mode: This mode is used for DC rectified motor sources with a dynamic power curve
(typically wind turbines). The user can set the magnitude and slope of the curve to match a particular
alternator.

Derating
The Sunny Boy is designed to operate at full rated power up to 45°C ambient. The inverter will
continue to operate beyond 45°C and will derate as required to maintain a safe internal component
temperature. Unnecessary derating can be caused by blocked fan intakes. For this reason the fan
intakes should be inspected often and cleaned when needed.
7.2 LED Fault Indicators

Ground Fault
The inverter has detected a ground fault in the PV system and has disconnected from the grid. The
ground fault must be located and fixed before the inverter will resume normal operation. Refer to
Section 8 "Troubleshooting" (page 86) for information on solving PV array ground faults. (The inverter
will not restart automatically)
All GFDI fuses are disabled in turbine mode.
Cleared GFDI Fuse
The GFDI fuse located in the fuse holder on the circuit board of the inverter has been cleared or is not
present. This fuse is used to protect the PV system in the event of an array ground fault. Troubleshoot
the PV array for ground faults prior to replacing this fuse.
CAUTION!
For continued protection against the risk of fire, replace the GFDI fuse with fuses of the
same type and rating only. The Sunny Boy is shipped with a Littelfuse KLKD 1 Amp, 600V
AC/DC type fuse.

Control System Fault
The yellow LED remains lit.

The Sunny Boy has detected a fault within the internal monitoring systems. When the inverter detects
a fault of this kind it will no longer connect to the utility grid. To correct this, the inverter must be
serviced by a qualified service technician. Contact SMA America for assistance.
Grid Failure
The yellow LED is on for 5 seconds, out for 3 seconds and then blinks twice. The code is repeated 3
times. This code sequence will repeat as long as there is a grid fault condition.
This code can be caused by any of the following conditions:
• Low Grid Voltage (<Vac Min)
• High Grid Voltage (>Vac Max)
• Low Grid Frequency (< fac Min)
• High Grid Frequency (>fac Max)
• Rapid change in grid frequency or voltage
Check the condition of the grid at the AC terminal blocks within the Sunny Boy. Also inspect the AC
disconnect between the Sunny Boy and the grid.
CAUTION!
Have the grid connection to the Sunny Boy checked only by qualified personnel.

WARNING!
If opening the Sunny Boy is required, do so only after disconnecting all sources of power
and waiting at least 5 minutes.
High DC Input Voltage
The yellow LED is on for 5 seconds, remains off for 3 seconds and then blinks 4 times. The code is
repeated 3 times. If the condition remains the code will continue to be sent.
The inverter has detected a DC input voltage that is too high for safe operation.
WARNING!
Disconnect the PV array from the Sunny Boy immediately. High DC input voltage can
permanently damage the inverter. Have the input source checked by a qualified technician.
WARNING!
Always test the DC voltage at the DC disconnect switch before energizing the Sunny Boy.

Inverter Fault
The yellow LED is on for 5 seconds, remains off for 3 seconds and then blinks 5 times. The code is
repeated 3 times. If the condition remains the code will continue to be sent.
The inverter has encountered an internal fault that prohibits normal operation and will most likely
require servicing.
Contact SMA America for assistance.
7.3 Status Messages on the LCD Display

The Sunny Boy comes standard with the “Sunny Display“ LCD in the lid.
Activation of the Backlight

The backlight is activated by knocking twice on the lid. Additional knocks will scroll through the
display messages.
The backlight shuts off automatically after 2 minutes.
INIT Messages
The following messages are displayed during
initialization of the inverter:

The installed firmware versions of the control system

processor (BFR) and the current regulator processor
(SRR) are displayed after 6 seconds.
Operation Messages
The LCD continuously scrolls through all relevant operating data. Each message (MSG) is displayed
for 5 seconds, after all messages have been displayed the LCD repeats from the beginning.
MSG #1 “E-Today“ (total energy produced on this day)
is displayed together with the current operating mode:
MSG #2 Nominal grid voltage configuration and actual

line-to-neutral voltage measurements:
The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208
V grid.
MSG #3 Actual AC power output and DC input voltage:
MSG #4 Accumulated energy yield of the device since

installation and the total operating hours:
The screens may also be scrolled through manually by repeatedly knocking on the lid of
the inverter. Each knock advances the screen to the next message.
Fault Messages
In case of a fault condition the LCD switches to “Fault“ mode and the backlight is activated.
The upper display line indicates one of the three following failure types:
• Disturbance
For example, this Disturbance message would be
displayed if the Sunny Boy detected a problem with
the frequency of the utility grid. The message would
clear automatically once the condition was
corrected. Disturbances are typically caused by a
measured value exceeding a predetermined limit.
The display will show the value of the error (at:) as
well as the present value for the particular
parameter (present:).

• Warning
For example, this Warning message would be
displayed if the GFDI fuse was open or cleared.
Typically, Warning messages indicate a system
condition that should be investigated. Warning
conditions will not preclude inverter operation.
• Error
For example, this Error message would be
displayed if the inverter detected a problem with
the internal ROM. An Error condition will prevent
the inverter from restarting until the condition is
cleared.
Each fault message is displayed for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds, the LCD will once again
scroll through its normal operating screens. The fault condition will be included in the series
of screens until the condition is cleared.

7.3.1 LCD Display Language Selection

The LCD Display has the ability to display information in one of four different languages. Setting the
language is performed by using a pair of slide switches located along the bottom edge of the display
PC board. The language choices are: Spanish, English, French and German. Use the diagram and
chart below for setting the display.
Position of the switches for configuration

of the Display language
Language Selection Switches for the LCD Display

Language Switch S2 Switch S1
German B B
English B A
French A B
Spanish A A
Switch S2 Switch S1

7.4 Measuring Channels and Parameters

The communication options support a number of measuring channels and messages from the Sunny
Boy inverters.
The following abbreviations are used:
BFR Betriebsführungsrechner (Sequential Control System)
SRR Stromregelungsrechner (Current Control System)
The BFR and SRR are redundant processor control systems for the utility protection functions.
7.4.1 Measuring Channels
Vpv: PV input voltage
Vpv Setpoint: MPPT DC voltage target
Iac: Grid current
Vac: Grid voltage L1 - L2
Vac L1: Grid voltage L1 - N
Vac L2: Grid voltage L2 - N
Fac: Grid frequency
Pac: Power fed to grid
Vpv-PE: PV-voltage to earth (For troubleshooting PV ground faults)
Temperature: Temperature measured at IGBT module
Ipv: PV current
Max Temperature: Max temperature measured at IGBT
Max Vpv: Max PV input voltage
I-dif: Error current
Vfan: Fan voltage
E-Total: Total energy yield
h-Total: Total operation hours
h-on: h-on indicates how long sufficient DC voltage has been applied to the
Sunny Boy and the Sunny Boy has been active including the time it was not
able to feed to the utility with respect to low DC voltage or operation in stop
mode.
Power On: Total system start-up counter
Event-Cnt: Event counter
Serial Number: Serial number of the Sunny Boy
CO2 saved: Amount CO2 saved in operation time
Mode: Current operating mode
Grid Type: Type of grid the Sunny Boy is connected to
Error: Description of fault

7.4.2 Operating Mode
Stop: Manual system stop
Offset: Offset calibration of the electronics (at start-up)
Waiting: PV voltage is not high enough to start
Grid monitoring: Synchronizing to grid (at start-up)
MPP-Search: MPPT range test (at start-up)
MPP: Sunny Boy is in MPP mode (normal operation)
V-Const: Sunny Boy is in constant voltage MPP mode
Derating: Reduction of the grid feeding power due to abnormal heatsink temperatures
Disturbance: Grid related fault condition, self clearing
Error: Inverter fault, user interaction required
Warning: System warning advising further investigation
7.4.3 Sunny Boy Operating Parameters

CAUTION!
The changing of operating parameters should only be performed by qualified personnel.

Changes to factory preset parameters may adversely effect inverter operation and
performances.
Modifications of parameters marked with * may result in changes to conformity with IEEE 1547 and
should be approved by the local utility and/or authority.
Table 7-1: Operating Parameters of the Sunny Boy
Name Unit Range Default Password Description
Level
AntiIsland-Ampl* deg 0 ... 10 0 Installer Amplification of the Anti Island
process
AntiIsland-Freq* mHz 0 ... 2000 500 Installer Repitition rate of the Anti Island
process
CO2-Fact lbs/kWh 0 ... 2 1.7 Installer The Sunny Boy evaluates the yield
and indicates the approximate CO2
emission avoided by your Sunny
Boy. The amount of CO2 avoided is
computed according to the kWh
produced (E-total) multiplied by the
factor defined in the parameter
"CO2".
Default USA/UL1741/ USA/ Installer Used for adjusting the parameters
2005, OFF_Grid, UL1741/ country specific settings.
NON IEEE1547 2005 Note: After changing one of the
parameteres marked with “*“, the
parameter “default“ changes to
“adjusted“ automatically.


Level
dFac-MAX* Hz/s 0.005 ... 4 0.5 (for Installer Maximum “rate of frequency
country setting change” before anti-islanding
USA/ protection engages
UL1741/
2005)
E_Total kWh 0 ... 200000 0 Installer Total energy yield of the inverter.
Changing the value can be
necessary when a Sunny Boy is
exchanged and you wish to match
the previously acquired data.
Fac-delta–* Hz 0.2 ... 3 0.69 (for Installer Maximum allowable operating
country setting frequency above and below 60 Hz
USA/ Default value is optimal for
UL1741/ installations < 30 kW.
2005)
Fac-delta+* Hz 0 ... 4.5 0.49 (for Installer
country setting
USA/
UL1741/
2005)
Fac-MinTripTime* s 0.16 ... 300 0.16 Installer Utility interconnection frequency trip
time. Default value is optimal for
installations < 30 kW.
Fan-Test 1/0 0 Installer By setting this parameter to "1" you
can check the function of the fans.
This test turns the fans at maximum
speed.
h_Total h 0 ... 200000 0 Installer Total operating hours of the inverter.
Changing the value can be
necessary when a Sunny Boy is
exchanged and you wish to match
the previously acquired data.
Memory Function no function, Default no function Installer Default param.: Sets all parameters
param., Reset to default.
Op.Data, Reset Reset Op.Data: Sets all parameters
errors that are visible in user level to
default values.
Reset errors: Resets all permanent
device disable errors.
Operating Mode MPP-Operation, MPP Installer Operating Modes of the Sunny Boy:
Turbine, V-const, MPP-Operation: Sets the Sunny Boy
Stop in Maximum Power Point Tracking
Mode
V-const: Constant Voltage Mode
(Setpoint defined in “Vconst-Setval“)
Turbine: Operating mode for wind
power plants
Stop: Disconnection from utility, no
operation
T-Max-Fan °C 0 ... 100 90 Installer Temperature for maximum fan
rotation speed.


Level
T-Start s 5 ... 1600 10 Installer The time the inverter waits to connect
to the grid after Vpv-Start is
exceeded.
This value defaults to 5 minutes after
a utility fault.
T-Start-Fan °C 0 ... 100 70 Installer Fan turn-on temperature at minimum
rotating speed.
T-Stop s 1 ... 1800 2 Installer The time that the Sunny Boy waits to
disconnect from the grid when Pac
falls below minimum necessary Vpv.
T-Stop-Fan °C 0 ... 100 55 Installer Fan turn-off temperature
V-Const Setval V SB 5000US - 600 Installer PV Setpoint voltage for constant
SB 7000US: voltage operation. These
250 ... 600 parameters only are important in
SB 8000US: case the parameter “Operating
300 ... 600 Mode“ is set to “V-const“.
Vac-Min* % 0 ... 50 12 Installer Values are used to calculate the
lower limit of allowable AC voltage.
Default value is optimal for
installations < 30 kW. The default
12 results in a trip value of 88 % as
listed under trip limits.
Vac-Max* % 0 ... 20 10 Installer Values are used to calculate the
upper limit of allowable AC voltage.
Default value is optimal for installa-
tions < 30 kW. The default 10
results in a trip value of 110 % as
listed under trip limits.
Vac-Min-Fast* % 0 ... 50 50 Installer Values are used to calculate the
lower limit of allowable AC voltage
for fast disconnection. Default value
is optimal for installations < 30 kW.
The default 50 results in a trip value
of 50 % as listed under trip limits.
Vac-Max-Fast* % 0 ... 20 20 Installer Values are used to calculate the
upper limit of allowable AC volt-
age for fast disconnection. Default
value is optimal for installations
< 30 kW. The default 20 results in
a trip value of 120 % as listed
under trip limits.
Vac-Min-Recnet % 0 ... 50 11.7 Installer Values are used to calculate the
Vac-Max-Recnet % 0 ... 20 5.83 Installer lower and upper limits to reconnect
to the grid after a grid frailure.
Vpv-Start V SB 5000US - SB 5000US - Installer Minimum DC voltage for the Sunny
SB 7000US: SB 7000US: Boy to connect to the grid.
250 ... 600 300
SB 8000US: SB 8000US:
300 ... 600 365
The following parameters appear in parameter list but cannot be modified:

Table 7-2: Operating Parameters of the Sunny Boy (Fixed)

Name Unit Range Default Description
Plimit W fixed SB5000US: 5100 Upper limit of AC output power
SB6000US: 6100
SB7000US: 7100
SB8000US: 8100
SMA-SN Serial Number of the Sunny Boy
Software-BFR Firmware version of the operation
control unit (BFR)
Software-SRR Firmware version of the current
control unit (SRR)

8 Troubleshooting
8.1 General
Our quality control program assures that each inverter is manufactured to exact specifications and is
thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. If you encounter difficulty with the operation of your
inverter, please follow the steps below in an effort to correct the problem.
• Check the blinking code on the lid of the Sunny Boy and compare the code with the blinking
codes in Section 6 "Commissioning" (page 69).
• Check and record the exact "Mode" and/or "Error" messages on the LCD display or other
communication system available. Take appropriate action to correct the issue.
• If necessary, check the DC and AC voltages at terminals inside the inverter. Be sure to observe
all of the safety precautions listed throughout this manual when doing so, or hire a qualified
professional.
• If the system problem persists, contact SMA America technical support at:
(916)625-0870.
In order to better assist you when contacting SMA America, please provide the following
information. This information is required for service assistance.
Information Regarding the Sunny Boy:

• Serial number
• Model Number
• Short description of the problem
• Blinking Code or display message
• What error code is indicated? (Provided a communication option is installed)
• AC line voltage
• DC line voltage
• Check GFDI Fuse
• Can you reproduce the failure? If yes, how?
• Has this problem occurred in the past?
• What were the ambient conditions when the problem occurred?
Information Regarding the PV modules:
• Manufacturer name and model number of the PV module
• Output power of the module
• Open circuit voltage (Voc) of the module
• Number of modules in each string
If it becomes necessary to send the Sunny Boy back to the manufacturer for service, please ship it in
the original box to avoid damage during shipping.

8.2 Error Messages
If a fault occurs, the Sunny Boy generates an error code according to the operating mode and the
detected fault.
Error Type Error Code Description
Disturbance Bfr-Srr Communication between micro-controllers is
failing
Warning Derating The inverter reduces the output power due to high
internal temperature.
Error EarthCurMax-B BFR-earth current between PV+ and GND is out
of tolerable range
Error EarthCurMax-S SRR-earth current between PV+ and GND is out
of tolerable range
Disturbance EEPROM Transition failure during reading or writing of
data EEPROM, the data is not essential for safe
operation - this failure does not effect
performance.
Error EEPROM p Data EEPROM defective, device is set to
permanent disable due to the fact that the data
loss affects important functions of the inverter.
Contact SMA.
Disturbance EeRestore Internal failure
Disturbance Fac-Bfr, Fac-Srr The AC grid frequency is exceeding the
allowable range. (“Bfr“ or “Srr“ is an internal
message and is not important to the user.) The
Sunny Boy assumes that the public grid is down
and disconnects from the grid in order to avoid
islanding.
If the grid frequency is within the tolerable range
and you still observe the failure message “Fac-
Bfr“ or “Fac-Srr“ contact SMA.
Warning GFDI Fuse Open The GFDI-Fuse is open or cleared. Check PV
array for ground faults before replacing the fuse.
Disturbance Grid-Timeout, The type of grid could not be detected (208/
Grid-Fault-S 240/277 V). In case you are connecting to the
277 V grid, check up if the cables for L1 and N
are in the correct position.


Disturbance Imax Over current on the AC side. This failure code is
indicated in case the current to the AC grid
exceeds the specification. This may happen in
case of harmfull interference on the grid. If you
observe “Imax“ often, check your grid. For
assistance contact SMA.
Disturbance K1-Close Relay test failed. Contact SMA for assistance.
Error K1-Open, K2-Open
Disturbance MSD-FAC, MSD-Idif Internal measurement comparison error: The
Error MSD-VAC Sunny Boy measured values of BFR and SRR are
too different from each other.
Contact SMA for assistance.
Disturbance OFFSET Grid monitoring self-test failed.
Error ROM The internal test of the Sunny Boy control system
firmware failed. Contact SMA in case you
observe this failure often.
Disturbance Shut-Down Internal over current continuous
Disturbance Vac-Bfr, Vac-Srr The AC grid voltage is exceeding the allowable
range. (“Bfr“ or “Srr“ is an internal message and
is not important for the user.) Vac can also result
from a disconnected grid or a disconnected AC
cable. The Sunny Boy assumes that the public
grid is down and disconnects from the grid in
order to avoid islanding.
If the grid voltage is within the tolerable range
and you still observe the failure message “Vac-
Bfr“ or “Vac-Srr“ contact SMA America.
Disturbance VacL1-Bfr, Voltage is too high or too low on the indicated
VacL2-Bfr, leg.
VacL1-Srr,
VacL2-Srr
Disturbance VpvMax DC input voltage above the tolerable maximum
!PV Overvoltage! value.
!Disconnect DC! Disconnect DC immediately!
Disturbance Watchdog Watchdog for operation control triggered


Disturbance XFMR Transformer is connected to the wrong grid.
Check the connection of the transformer.
In Delta corner grounded grids make sure that the
Ground of the grid is connected to the terminal L2
In unbalanced 208 V and 240 V grids
interchanging L1 and L2 may clear this error.
Disturbance XFMR_TEMP_F High transformer temperature, the Sunny Boy
stops working and the fans work with maximum
speed.
Warning XFMR_TEMP_W High transformer temperature is gone. The Sunny
Boy starts working and shows the failure
“XFMR_TEMP_W“. Check the function of the
fans.

9 Maintenance
The Sunny Boy is designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Performing regular
maintenance will help ensure the long life and high efficiency of your system.
9.1 Cleaning the Fans

The fan intakes and handle covers should be cleaned periodically with a vacuum cleaner. (Do not
blow air into the fan areas) For deeper cleanings, the fans can be removed completely.
The Sunny Boy is fitted with two fans on its underside.
In order to clean the fans, proceed as follows:
1. Turn off all DC and AC disconnects and wait for 5 minutes for any residual voltages to dissipate.
2. Disconnect the Sunny Boy from both the DC and AC connections, paying attention to the safety
instructions in Section 5 "Wiring the Sunny Boy" (page 36).
3. Wait for the fans to stop rotating.
4. Push the 2 latches at the top of the black plastic cover to one side and remove it carefully with
the fan grates mounted behind.
5. The fans themselves are fastened with 3 plastic
latches. Unhook the latches and remove the fans by
pulling them downwards slowly and carefully. The
fan cables are long enough that you can move the
fans far enough out to disconnect the internal plug
in the Sunny Boy. To do so, unlock the
corresponding plugs and remove them. You can
now take out the fans and clean them.
6. To clean the fans use a soft brush or cloth. Do not
use air pressure for cleaning the fans. This will
damage the fans.
7. When the fans are clean, reinstall them using the
above steps in reverse order.
8. Do not blow air through the fans or the fan screens
while the fan plate is assembled on the Sunny Boy.

9.2 Cleaning the Handle Covers

There are handle covers on either side of the Sunny Boy. The Sunny Boy sucks air in from underneath
via the fan and blows it out again on the upper sides. For optimum heat dissipation within the device,
you have to clean both handle covers. Proceed as follows when cleaning the handle covers:
• The handle covers of the Sunny Boy are on the
sides of the enclosure. Place your fingers in the
space between the top of the housing and the
handle covers and gently pull the handle covers out
of their bracket.
• Insert the handle covers back into the Sunny Boy. The handle covers can only be inserted on
the right or left side of the Sunny Boy respectively. "links/left" or "rechts/right" is printed on the
inside of the handle covers to help you identify the sides.
The handle covers must not be removed permanently, because otherwise the device is not
protected against the entrance of insects! Should the handle covers break, new handle
covers can be ordered from SMA America.

9.3 Testing the Fans

You can verify the operation of the fans in two ways:
• Set the parameter “Fan Test“ to "1" (with Sunny Data, Sunny Data Control or with the data
logger Sunny Boy Control).
or
• Turn off the inverter by turning off all DC and AC disconnects and wait 5 minutes for any residual
voltages to dissipate.
• Once the LED’s are off, remove the cover and set the jumpers as shown in the figure below.
• Turn on the inverter by turning on the AC disconnect and then the DC disconnect or switch the
SMA DC-Disconnect to the "1" position.
Jumper Position for Fan Test
Jumper Position for verifiying the

operation of the fans

9.4 Exchanging the Fuses
9.4.1 Exchanging the GFDI Fuse within the Sunny Boy

1. Turn OFF all AC and DC switches and/or breakers.
2. Wait for at least 5 minutes.
3. Open the Sunny Boy as described in section 3.1 "Opening the Sunny Boy" (page 18).
4. Exchange the fuse.
For correct fuse location please refer to section "DC Input Grounding" on page 56.
WARNING!
For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and ratings of
fuse (600 VDC, 1 A)!
Ensure that the fuse is completely inserted in the clamp.
5. Close the Sunny Boy.

6. Turn ON all AC and DC switchens and/or breakers.

9.4.2 Exchanging the PV String Fuses within the SMA DC-

Disconnect
1. Turn OFF all AC and DC switches and/or breakers.
2. Wait for at least 5 minutes.
3. Open the SMA DC-Disconnect as described in section 5.4 "Opening the SMA DC-Disconnect
(if applicable)" (page 41).
4. Exchange the fuses having regard to the information on the next page.
5. Close the SMA DC-Disconnect.

6. Turn ON all AC and DC switches and/or breakers.

PV String Fuse Sizing

In any electrical system, fuses are used to protect wiring and equipment from excessive currents that
can cause damage, heating or in extreme cases even fire. If the fuse rating is too small it could open
during normal operation. If the fuse rating is too large, it cannot provide the needed protection. In PV
systems, the minimum and maximum size of the series fuse is determined by the electrical ratings of
the PV module as well as by UL and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. Be sure to consult
with your PV module manufacturer for appropriate PV string fuse ratings.
The minimum size of fuses and wiring are calculated using the Short Circuit Current Rating (Isc) of the
PV module. The NEC requires that all fuses and wiring be sized for a minimum of 1.56 times the Isc
of the PV module used in the system. The proper size PV string fuse is determined by calculating 1.56
x Isc (of the PV module) and then rounding up to the next standard fuse size.
If the Isc of the PV module equals 6.9 A DC, then the PV string fuse size is determined by
1.56 x 6.9 = 10.76. The next standard fuse size would be a 12 A, 600 V DC fuse.
CAUTION!
The string fuse size must not be greater than the maximum fuse size rating of the PV module
as provided on the PV module manufacturers data sheet. If no maximum fuse size is
indicated, please contact the PV module manufacturer!
DC Disconnect Requirements
NEC 690.15-18 allows the use of fuse holders as a suitable means of disconnecting PV arrays for
servicing. Additional DC disconnects external to the inverter may be required by the local authority
having jurisdiction.
WARNING!
Never remove a fuse while it is under load. Electrical arcing and damage to the fuse holder
will occur if a fuse is removed under load.
PV String Fuses
The SMA DC-Disconnect is shipped with 15 A, 600 V DC fuses in the fuse holders. The maximum
string fuse rating for the SMA DC-Disconnect is 20 A. The figure in chapter 9.4.2 "Exchanging the PV
String Fuses within the SMA DC-Disconnect" (page 94) shows the string fuse holders and their
corresponding terminals.

10 Technical Specifications
10.1 FCC Compliance Information
SMA Utility Interactive Inverter, Model Sunny Boy
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A & B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SMA America,
Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Contact SMA America for more information.
4031 Alvis Court
Rocklin, CA 95677
Tel. +1 916 625 0870
Fax +1 916 625 0871
www.SMA-America.com

10.2 Sunny Boy Wiring Diagrams
10.2.1 Without SMA DC-Disconnect

Sunny Boy Connections for 208 and 240 V AC grids
Sunny Boy Connections for 277 V AC grids

10.2.2 With SMA DC-Disconnect

Sunny Boy Connections for 208 and 240 V AC grids
Sunny Boy Connections for 277 V AC grids

10.3 Specifications
10.3.1 Sunny Boy 5000US and Sunny Boy 6000US

SB 5000US SB 6000US
Inverter Technology True sine wave, low frequency tranformer
AC Operating Voltage 183 - 229 (208 V nominal)
Range 211 - 264 (240 V nominal)
244 - 305 (277 V nominal)
AC Operating 59.3 - 60.5 (60 Hz nominal)
Frequency Range
Peak Power Tracking 250 - 480 V DC
Voltage
Range of Input 250 - 600 V DC
Operating Voltage
Maximum DC Power 5300 W 6400 W
Maximum Array Input 6250 W 7500 W
Power (DC @ STC)
Maximum AC 5000 W 6000 W
Continuous Output
Power
Current THD Less than 4 %
Output Power Factor 0.95 - 1.0 (0.99 @ nominal conditions)
Peak Inverter Efficiency 96.8 % 97.0 %
CEC weighted 95.5 % 95.5 % @ 208 V AC
efficiency 95.5 % @ 240 V AC
96.0 % @ 277 V AC
Cooling OptiCool, forced active cooling
PV Start Voltage 300 V DC
Maximum AC 208 V = 24 A 208 V = 29 A
Continuous Output 240 V = 20.8 A 240 V = 25 A
Current
277 V = 18A 277 V = 21.6 A
Maximum DC Input 21 A
Current 25 A
Maximum input short 36 A
circuit current
Maximum utility 50 A AC
backfeed current to PV
array

SB 5000US SB 6000US
Maximum Output Fault 57.6 A
Current
Maximum Output 50 A
Overcurrent Protection
Synchronization In-Rush 9.23 A
Current
Trip Limit Accuracy ±2%
Trip Time Accuracy ± 0.1 %
DC Voltage Ripple Less than 10 %
Power Consumption 0.1 W nighttime, < 7 W in operation
Ambient Temperature -13 °F to +113 °F (-25 °C to + 45 °C)
Rating
Noise emission, typical 44 dB(A) 45 dB(A)
Enclosure Diecast aluminum NEMA 3R. (IP54)
Dimensions 18.42 W x 24.14 H x 9.53 D inches
(468 W x 613 H x 242 D mm)
Weight 147 Ibs. (67 kg)
Compliance UL1741, UL 1998, IEEE 1547, IEEE 929, IEEE C37.90.1, IEEE C62.41.2
(test conditions 2 kV / 1 kA), FCC Part 15 A & B
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Values at nominal conditions.
10.3.2 Sunny Boy 7000US and Sunny Boy 8000US

SB 7000US SB 8000US
Inverter Technology True sine wave, low frequency tranformer
AC Operating Voltage 183 - 229 (208 V nominal)
Range 211 - 264 (240 V nominal) 211 - 264 (240 V nominal)
244 - 305 (277 V nominal) 244 - 305 (277 V nominal)
AC Operating 59.3 - 60.5 (60 Hz nominal)
Frequency Range
Peak Power Tracking 250 - 480 V DC 300 - 480 V DC
Voltage
Range of Input 250 - 600 V DC 300 - 600 V DC
Operating Voltage
Maximum DC Power 7500 W 8600 W
Maximum Array Input 8750 W 10000 W
Power (DC @ STC)

SB 7000US SB 8000US
Maximum AC 7000 W 8000 W
Continuous Output
Power
Current THD Less than 4 %
Output Power Factor 0.95 - 1.0 (0.99 @ nominal conditions)
Peak Inverter Efficiency 97.1 % 96.5 %
CEC weighted 95.5 % at 208 V AC
efficiency 96.0 % at 240 V AC 96.0 % at 240 V AC
96.0 % at 277 V AC 96.0 % at 277 V AC
Cooling OptiCool, forced active cooling
PV Start Voltage 300 V DC 365 V DC
Maximum AC 208 V = 34 A
Continuous Output 240 V = 29 A 240 V = 32 A
Current
277 V = 25.3 A 277 V = 29 A
Maximum DC Input 30 A
Current
Maximum input short 36 A
circuit current
Maximum utility 50 A AC
backfeed current to PV
array
Maximum Output Fault 57.6 A 61.7 A
Current 9.6 ms
Maximum Output 50 A
Overcurrent Protection
Synchronization In-Rush 9.23 A 14.32 A
Current
Trip Limit Accuracy ±2%
Trip Time Accuracy ± 0.1 %
DC Voltage Ripple Less than 10 %
Power Consumption 0.1 W nighttime, < 7 W in operation
Ambient Temperature -13 °F to +113 °F (-25 °C to + 45 °C)
Rating
Noise emission, typical 46 dB(A) 49 dB(A)
Enclosure Diecast aluminum NEMA 3R. (IP54)
Dimensions 18.42 W x 24.14 H x 9.53 D inches
(468 W x 613 H x 242 D mm)
Weight 141 Ibs. (64 kg) 147 Ibs. (67 kg)

SB 7000US SB 8000US
Compliance UL1741, UL 1998, IEEE 1547, IEEE 929, IEEE C37.90.1, IEEE C62.41.2
(test conditions 2 kV / 1 kA), FCC Part 15 A & B
Values at nominal conditions.
10.3.3 SMA DC-Disconnect
Maximum DC Input Current 36 A DC
Maximum System Voltage 600 V DC
Maximum String Fuse Rating 20 A DC
Maximum AC Operating Current 40 A AC
Enclosure 3R rated

10.4 Trip Limits / Trip Times

Nominal Trip Limit (Hz) Trip Frequencies (Hz) Trip Times (s)
Freq. (Hz)
60 > 60.5 60.45 - 60.55 max. 0.1602
< 57.0 - 59.8 56.95 - 59.85 adjustable 0.16 - 300
(default 59.3) (default 59.25 - 59.35) (default max. 0.1602)
< 57.0 56.95 - 57.05 max. 0.1602
Nominal Trip Limit Trip Voltages Trip Voltages Trip Times (s)
Voltage (V) Line-to-Neutral Line-to-Line (V)*
(V)*
208 50 % 57.6 - 62.4 99.8 - 108.2 max. 0.1602
88 % 103.2 - 108.0 178.9 - 187.2 max. 2.002
110 % 129.6 - 134.4 224.6 - 233.0 max. 1.001
120 % 141.6 - 146.4 245.4 - 253.8 max. 0.1602
240 50 % 57.6 - 62.4 115.2 - 124.8 max. 0.1602
88 % 103.2 - 108.0 206.4 - 216.0 max. 2.002
110 % 129.6 - 134.4 259.2 - 268.8 max. 1.001
120 % 141.6 - 146.4 283.2 - 292.8 max. 0.1602
277 50 % 133.0 - 144.0 N/A max. 0.1602
88 % 238.2 - 249.3 max. 2.002
110 % 299.2 - 310.2 max. 1.001
120 % 326.9 - 337.9 max. 0.1602
* The intervals result from the measuring accuracies listed below.

Manufacturer’s Accuracies:
Trip Limit Accuracy: ± 2 % of nominal grid voltage
Trip Time Accuracy: ± 0.1 % of nominal trip time
Trip Frequency Accuracy: ± 0.1 % of nominal frequency

10.5 Torque Values and Wire Sizes

Terminal in. lbs. Nm. Wire Size
Grey AC & DC Terminal Blocks 18 2 10 - 6 AWG
(Weidmüller) Inverter
Green AC & DC Terminal Blocks 40 4.5 8 - 6 AWG
(Phoenix) Inverter 22 2.5 10 AWG
Grey AC Configuration Terminal 11 1.2 ---
Blocks for Unused Wires
(Weidmüller)
Green AC Configuration 15 1.7 ---
Terminal Blocks for Unused
Wires (Phoenix)
AC & DC Terminal Blocks SMA 15 1.7 10 - 6 AWG
DC-Disconnect
Combined Terminal Block SMA Spring Spring 10 - 6 AWG
DC-Disconnect Terminal Terminal
Grounding Electrode Conductor 15 1.7 10 - 6 AWG
Terminal Block SMA DC-
Disconnect
Screws for fastening the Sunny 44 5 ---
Boy and the SMA DC-
Disconnect to the wall mounting
bracket and closing the SMA
DC-Disconnect cover
Cover Screws 53 6 ---



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SUNNY BOY 5000US / 6000US / 7000US / 8000US

SB50US-80US-IUS094030 | TBUS-SB50_60_70US | Version 3.0 US

Copyright © 2009 SMA America, Inc. All rights reserved.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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2 Unpacking and Inspection

SMA America, Incorporated

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SMA DC-Disconnect (if applicable):

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3 AC Voltage Configuration

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3.2 Locating Internal Components

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3.3 Configuring the AC Voltage

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If the Sunny Boy is configured for the incorrect

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Common Utility Voltage Configurations

*The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208 V grid.

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3.4 Utility Configuration Jumpers

208 V Delta, No Neutral or *

240 V Delta, No Neutral or

* The Sunny Boy 8000US may not be connected to a 208 V grid.

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Configuration Jumper Examples for 240 V Delta corner grounded

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4.1 Choosing a Mounting Location

4.1.1 Selection of the Mounting Location

• The inverter should be installed in a location that is inaccessible to children.

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• Vertical installation or tilted backward by max. 45°.

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4.2 Dimensions and Required Clearances

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Dimensions of the Wall Mounting Bracket

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Dimensions for the installation of the conduits

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4.3.1 Mounting the Wall-Mounting Bracket

Mounting Bracket - Wood Wall Mounting with 1 Stud