Plan a location for
the IQBatteries
Mounting the product
Section A
• The IQBattery 5P housing is IP55-rated and can be installed indoors or outdoors.
L/N terminal blocks accept copper conductors of size 6 mm2to 25 mm2.
• Field Ground terminal blocks accept copper conductors of size 0.5 mm2to 10 mm2
• Make sure the installed location can sustain the total weight of the IQBatteries and mounting bracket.
The total weight for IQBattery5P, including the IQBattery 5P unit, cover, and wall-mount bracket, is
78.9kg. The wall must contain blocked studs that can bear the battery weight or can be of masonry or
other suitable structure.
• Make sure there are no pipes or electrical wires in the wall where you plan to drill.
• Follow local standards: Choose a well-ventilated location where the ambient temperature and humidity
are within −20°C to 55°C and 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing, out of direct sunlight. The
optimum ambient temperature range for installation location is 0ºC to 30ºC. Provide smoke alarms in the
residence in accordance with building, re, and installation codes.
• This product must not be installed at altitudes above 2500 m.
• Follow all local standards and regulations set forth by the
Distributed Network Service Provider (DNSP/
DNO).
• Up to four IQBattery5P units can be daisy-chained on a single branch circuit.
• The maximum conductor size compatible with IQ Battery 5P is 25 mm
2
, and the maximum breaker
rating with this conductor size is 80 A Type B. Use a 20 A Type B breaker for one IQ Battery 5P and
Max. 80 A Type B breakers for four daisy-chained batteries.
• Follow all local standards and regulations while selecting the AC breaker.
• Consider the dimensions of the IQBatteries, easy access, height, and length of cable when selecting
the location.
• Select a location where you can interconnect IQBattery 5P to the IQ Gateway Metered,
Communications Kit 2, and IQ Relay (as required by the local laws).
WARNING! IQ Battery 5P devices should NOT be installed on a ammable surface. When installing
on a wooden wall, it is suggested to use a ame-inhibition plate between the wooden wall and IQ
Battery 5P. Consult the regional building regulations for any additional requirements.
8 IQ Battery 5P Quick Install Guide
