Before You Start
- The site passes Choosing the Location: shaded position, ideal ambient ≤ 40 °C, rain and snow not landing directly on the unit. A north-facing wall under an eave is ideal. At least 3 m from flammable substances. Fireproof mounting structure. Not in a living area — fan noise reaches 65 dB(A).
- Wall: non-inflammable material, load-bearing capacity ≥ 4× the inverter weight.
- The heat-sink can reach 75 °C — consider service access and proximity to passers-by.
Clearances and Airflow
Fan air enters on the LEFT and exits on the RIGHT. Both sides must stay clear.| Clearance | Minimum |
|---|---|
| To any object (all sides) | 300 mm |
| Between two inverters | 700 mm |
| In front of the unit | 500 mm |
| Bottom of unit to floor or ground | 500 mm |
Verticality — the Kent Rule
Mount the inverter vertical, within ±5°. Beyond ±5° the output derates. Never forward-tilted and never horizontal.This is stricter than some other platforms allow. Kent’s G3 standard is ±5° — do not carry a more relaxed rule from another platform onto this unit.
Mounting Steps
Mark and drill for the bracket
Mark the anchor points on the wall. For brick or masonry, use the supplied expansion bolts. Confirm the marks are level.
Fix the mounting bracket
Bolt the back plate level to the wall. Check level in both axes before you move on.
Hang the inverter with two people
Two people lift the inverter, align the back bracket with the convex section of the wall plate, and hang it. Confirm it is seated and secure before releasing.
Check verticality and clear access
Verify vertical within ±5° with a spirit level or inclinometer. Confirm all clearances are met. Photograph the result. 📷
Common Mistakes
- Unit tilted back beyond ±5° because another platform allows more tilt — the G3 rule is stricter.
- Second inverter placed 300 mm from the first — inverter-to-inverter spacing needs 700 mm.
- Right-side exhaust facing a wall return that recirculates hot air back into the fan intake.
- Single-person lift on a 42 kg unit.