Battery Safety Information - SMA SI4.4M-13 Schnelleinstieg

2 Safety
The inverter supports different firmware versions that are suitable for different systems.
Inverters using firmware version ≤ 2.99.99.R are suitable for off-grid systems and systems that are not subject to
the European grid connection conditions in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/631 for establishing a
network code (also known as RfG). In addition, inverters with firmware version ≤ 2.99.99.R may be used in
systems that have been commissioned before April 27, 2019, and that are subject to the grid connection
conditions of VDE-AR-N 4105:2011-08.
Inverters using a firmware version ≥ 3.00.00.R are only suitable for systems that are operated in parallel with the
utility grid (e.g. SMA Flexible Storage System). The firmware version ≥ 3.00.00.R complies with VDE-AR-N
4105-11:2018, EN50549-1:2018, C10/11:2018 and EREC G98:2018 / G99:2018 of the European grid
connection conditions in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/631 for establishing a network code (also
known as RfG), valid from April 27, 2019 within the EU.
Inverters with a firmware version ≤ 2.99.99.R can be identified by the imprint 2:Off-Grid on the box label.
Invertes with a firmware version ≥ 3.00.00.R can be identified by the imprint 1:On-Grid on the box label.
• Ensure that the inverter is equipped with a firmware version that are suitable for the respective system.
Change to the names and units of grid parameters to comply with the grid-connection
requirements in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/631 (valid from April 27, 2019)
To comply with the EU grid-connection requirements (valid from April 27, 2019) the names and units of grid
parameters were changed. The change is valid from firmware version ≥ 3.00.00.R. Names and units of grid
parameters for inverters with firmware version ≤ 2.99.99.R are not affected by this change and remain valid.
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Battery Safety Information

This section contains safety information that must be observed at all times when working on or with batteries.
To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the batteries, read this section
carefully and observe all safety information at all times.
Danger to life due to incompatible lithium-ion battery
An incompatible lithium-ion battery can lead to a fire or an explosion. With incompatible lithium-ion batteries, it is
not ensured that battery management is intrinsically safe and will protect the battery.
• Ensure that the lithium-ion batteries are approved for use with the Sunny Island (see technical information "List
of Approved Batteries" at www.SMA-Solar.com).
• If no lithium-ion batteries approved for the inverter can be used, lead-acid batteries can be used.
• Verify that the battery complies with locally applicable standards and directives and is intrinsically safe.
Danger to life due to explosive gases
Explosive gases may escape from the battery and cause an explosion.
• Protect the battery environment from open flames, embers and sparks.
• Install, operate and maintain the battery in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Do not burn the battery and do not heat it beyond the permitted temperature.
• Additional measures for lead-acid batteries: Ensure that the battery room is sufficiently ventilated.
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