agm batteries next to an inverter?

[tlaffourtit]

http://www.dekabatteries.com/assets/base/1398.pdf





I picked up some of these batteries for free. since they are sealed batteries can they go next to the inverter in an enclosed area?

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[tlaffourtit]

thanks guys

[time2roll]

At least have some passive venting at the top.

[TucsonJim]

Yes, they do need some ventilation. The attached article gives the rationale behind this. It's mostly a precaution, but could be pretty explosive if the right set of conditions were encountered.

AGM Battery Venting