3.0 INSTALLATION
3.1 Location
NEC article 700 EMERGENCY CIRCUITS should be referenced for proper installation of
a central inverter system. Article 700 dictates that unit must be mounted in a
permanent location. Choose a cool dry place with normal ventilation and one which will
allow easy access for testing and maintenance. Avoid a location which could allow
vandalism and tampering with. Avoid areas that would prohibit visual contact with the
heads up LED status displays.
3.2 Operating Environment
Choose a location that is controlled between 20 and 30 °C. E3MINI Series is UL listed
between 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F) because of battery discharge performance results.
Do not install in a wet or damp location. Do not install in environments that will expose
the unit to excessive temperatures like boiler rooms as this will significantly depreciate
battery life.
Heat is the determining factor of battery life. Every means should be made to keep the
batteries in an environment that keeps the batteries around 25 °C for rated battery life.
3.3 Ventilation
Choose a mounting location that is clean and dust free. Do not install in areas where
there is particulate or high pollution degree from heavy industrial machinery, corrosive
chemicals or welding or plasma cutting environments etc.
3.4 Mounting Guidelines
3.4.1 Clearance
E3MINI Series is convection cooled and air ventilation is through the sides and up the
top. Leave at least 4 inches of clearance on the sides and top for proper air circulation.
WARNING
- Never leave objects lying on the top of the unit which would prevent proper
air flow. This blocking of air circulation may result in an over-temperature fault during
Charging Mode or Inverter Mode with high ambient temperature conditions.
3.4.2 Wall Mounting Holes
Mounting holes are provided for Wall Mount purposes. The location of these holes
are at the back side of the cabinet and will accommodate
¼”
mounting hardware. Four
holes are provided and all 4 should be used when wall mounting.
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