Important Safety Information; Iq8Mc, Iq8Ac And Iq8Hc Microinverter Safety Instructions - enphase IQ8MC Installation And Operation Manual

Important safety information

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This manual contains important instructions for use during the installation and maintenance of IQ8MC,
IQ8AC, and IQ8HC Microinverter.
IMPORTANT: The IQ8MC, IQ8AC, and IQ8HC Microinverter listed in this manual require an IQ Cable.
An IQ Gateway is required to monitor microinverter performance and, where required, provides
control of the microinverters.
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 electric shock
Refer to the manual
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Safety and advisory symbols
To reduce the risk of electric shock and to ensure the safe installation and operation of the IQ8 Series
Microinverter system, the following safety symbols appear throughout this document to indicate dangerous
conditions and important safety instructions.
DANGER:
WARNING:
WARNING:
NOTE:

IQ8MC, IQ8AC and IQ8HC Microinverter safety instructions

General safety
DANGER: Risk
of electric
shock.
Risk of fire.
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This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
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.
This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions may result in a
burn injury.
This indicates information that is very important for optimal system operation.
Follow instructions closely.
Only use electrical system components approved for wet locations.
Only competent personnel should install, troubleshoot, or replace Enphase
microinverters or IQ Cables and accessories.
Ensure that all AC and DC wiring is correct and that none of the AC or DC
cables are pinched, shorted, or damaged. Ensure that all AC junction boxes
are properly closed.
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