Important Safety Information
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This manual and describes how to safely install and operate the Enphase® C250 Microinverter™,
the Enphase® Envoy-C Communications Gateway™, and the Enphase® C250 Engage Cable™ for utility
interactive applications. Read and comply with the following safety instructions.
Product Labels
The following symbols appear on the product label and are described here:
WARNING: Hot surface.
DANGER: Refer to safety instructions.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock.
Safety and Advisory Symbols
To reduce the risk of electric shock, and to ensure the safe installation and operation of the Enphase® Microinverter,
the following safety symbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety
instructions.
DANGER! This indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING! This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may be a safety hazard or
cause equipment malfunction. Use extreme caution and follow instructions carefully.
WARNING! This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may result in burn injury.
NOTE: This indicates information particularly important for optimal system operation. Follow
instructions closely.
Safety Instructions
General Safety
CAUTION: Before installing or using the Enphase Microinverter, read all instructions and
cautionary markings in the technical description, on the Enphase Microinverter System, and on the
photovoltaic (PV) equipment.
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Do not use Enphase equipment in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer. Doing so may cause death or injury to persons, or damage to equipment.
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Be aware that installation of this equipment includes risk of
electric shock. Do not install the AC junction box without first removing AC power from the Enphase
System.
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. The DC conductors of this photovoltaic system are ungrounded
and may be energized.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Always de-energize the AC branch circuit before servicing.
Never disconnect the DC connectors under load.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Risk of fire. Only use electrical system components approved for
wet locations.
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C250 System Installation and Operation
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