Installation Manual

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Installation

2.0 Installation

WARNING: Installations should be performed by qualiﬁ ed personnel, such as a licensed

or certiﬁ ed electrician. It is the installer’s responsibility to determine which safety

codes apply and to ensure that all applicable installation requirements are followed.

Applicable installation codes vary depending on the speciﬁ c location and application of

the installation.

CAUTION: Review the “Important Product Safety Information” on pages ii-v before any

installation.

CAUTION: The inverter is heavy. Use proper lifting techniques during installation to

prevent personal injury.

The simpliﬁ ed system diagram shown in Figure 2-1 should be reviewed to assist you in planning

and designing your installation. This drawing is not intended to override or restrict any national

or local electrical codes. This drawing should not be the determining factor as to whether the

installation is compliant, that is the responsibility of the electrician and the onsite inspector.

2.1 Pre-Installation

Before installing the inverter, read the entire installation section to determine how you are going

to install your ME inverter/charger. The more thorough you plan in the beginning, the better your

inverter needs will be met.

2.1.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Carefully remove the ME Series inverter/charger from its shipping container and inspect all contents.

Verify the following items are included:

• The ME Series inverter/charger

• Red and black DC terminal covers with Phillips screws

• Two 5/16” Kep or Flange nuts (installed on the DC terminals)

• Battery Temperature Sensor

• Warning label

• ME Series Owner’s Manual

If items appear to be missing or damaged, contact your authorized Sensata Technologies dealer or

Sensata Technologies. If at all possible, keep your shipping box. It will help protect your inverter

from damage if it ever needs to be returned for service. Save your proof-of-purchase as a record

of your ownership; it will also be needed if the unit should require in-warranty service.

Record the unit’s model and serial number in the front of this manual in case you need to provide

this information in the future. It is much easier to record this information now, instead of trying

to gather it after the unit has been installed.

2.1.2 Required Tools and Materials

Hardware/Materials

• Strain-reliefs, and appropriate ﬁ ttings • 1/4” mounting bolts and lock washers

• Electrical tape • Wire ties

Tools

• Miscellaneous screwdrivers • Pliers • Wire strippers

• Drill and drill bits • Pencil or marker • Multimeter

• Level • 1/2” wrench