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MNE-240 E-PANEL INSTRUCTIONS
3.5 Locating and Mounting the E-Panel
The installation begins by selecting a wall. All E-Panels are indoor rated and should not be placed
outside unless precautions are made to keep rain and moisture off of the system. The wall must
have suitable clearance to open the door with inverter attached. It must also have adequate
clearance to operate the breakers and outlets that protrude out the sides. The NEC requires 30”
clear on the wall. The E-Panel may be located anywhere within this 30 inches, however make
sure you have sufficient room to the side to operate the circuit breakers. Some E-Panel
installations may have circuit breakers on both sides. The NEC also requires 36 inches free and
clear of obstructions in front of the E-Panel. The 36” clear area in front of all electrical panels is
to provide a space to fall back into in case of electrical shock. Each E-Panel with its’ inverter will
weigh close to 100 pounds so make sure your wall is adequate for this load. The mounting
brackets provided will span studs on 16 inch centers. Mount the top bracket as shown at about
64-68 inches off the floor. If stacking two systems vertically, make sure the breakers fall within
the NEC guidelines for height, (lowest and highest allowable). Number 10 screws with back up
washers will suffice, but ¼” (6mm) hardware provides for a better margin of safety.
Review
Figure 6, MNE-240 Series E-Panel Mounted
to determine the mounting space requirements
for the E-Panel with the inverter/charger and any other optional equipment that may be mounted.
Info:
Do as much of the additional wiring as possible before hanging the E-Panel on the
wall.
Install the E-Panel in a location that meets the following requirements:
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The E-Panel must be mounted vertically on a flat surface (such as a wall).
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Do not mount the E-Panel near any flammable or combustible fluid or components (i.e. paper,
cloth, plastic, etc.) that may be ignited by heat, sparks or flames - they must be at a minimum
distance of 2 feet away from the E-Panel/inverter.
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his E Panel system will weigh approximately 100 pounds. The mounting surface and hardware
must be capable of supporting at least twice the weight of the E-Panel/inverter combination.
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The area must be free from any risk of condensation, water or any other liquid that can enter
or fall on the inverter.
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Locate the E-Panel and inverter system as close to the batteries as possible. Long DC wires
tend to loose efficiency and reduce the overall performance of an inverter. However, the unit
should not be mounted where it will be exposed to gases produced by the batteries. These
gases are corrosive and will damage the inverter; also if these gases are not ventilated and if
allowed to collect, they could ignite and cause an explosion.
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Ensure the E-Panel is accessible after it is mounted. Select a wall that has suitable clearance
to open the door with the inverter attached. It must also have adequate clearance to operate
the breakers and outlets that protrude out the sides.
E-Panel Mounting Procedure
Info:
Prior to mounting the E-Panel to the wall, ensure the bottom mounting bracket has
been installed and the door has been removed.
1. Use a level and hold the top mounting bracket on the wall in a horizontal position and mark on
the wall where you want the mounting screw holes.
2. If required, drill holes using a #10 (0.193” diameter) drill bit. Drill appropriately sized holes for
anchors when installing on non-wood surfaces.
3. Secure the top mounting bracket to the wall using the three ¼ X 1½ hex-head lag bolts. If
mounting to other than a wood wall or surface, use appropriate screws and anchors as required.
4. Lift the E-Panel and place the keyhole slots (located in the upper back of the E-Panel) directly
over the mounting screws on the mounting bracket and lower into place.
5. Tighten the top mounting screws to secure the E-Panel to the mounting bracket.
6. Secure the bottom mounting bracket to the wall.
