MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions Battery Enclosure Installation Instructions MNBE-D3R Shown These instructions are for the assembly of Midnite Solar Battery Enclosure models MNBE-B, MNBE-D, MNBE-D3R and MNBE-E Rev: A Page 1 of 10...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - These instructions contain important safety and operating instructions for the MidNite Solar Battery Enclosure Size B, D, D3R and E for residential and commercial applications. If you do not fully understand any of the concepts, terminology, or hazards outlined in these instructions, please refer installation to a qualified dealer, electrician or installer.
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MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions (continued) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes. Wear complete eye and clothing protection. Always avoid touching eyes while working near batteries. If battery acid or battery terminal corrosion contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
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MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions (continued) Install eight #10 x 3/8” Flat head Philips SS sheet metal screws front and back to attach sides to shelves. Additional shelves may be purchased to accommodate other configurations (Outdoor units see step 4B).
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MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions (continued) Step 4: Attach the top using six #10 x 3/8” Hex head SS sheet metal screws. Four on the sides and two to the back covers. Orient the top such that the 2” knockout is located to the rear of the enclosure.
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MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions (continued) Step 4C (MNBE-D3R Only) Seal enclosure with silicone (use 100% silicone). Run a bead of silicone sealant along the back panels to seal the back Step 5: Attach the left door Each hinge will use three #6 x 3/8” Flat head screws to secure the hinge to the sides.
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MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions (continued) #6 x 3/8” Stainless Steel Flat head sheet metal screw Snug the screws up to the hinge, but do not over tighten. Step 6: Attach the left door using #6 flat head sheet metal screws The right door uses the same screws.
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Mounting holes will accept up to 3/8” bolts. Use a thick, wide flat washer as a back up underneath the bolt head to add to the pull through strength. The MNBE-B is designed to hold 8 group 31 or group 27 batteries as well as T-105’s or 8 Concorde PVX 3050T(13” tall golf cart batteries).
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(continued) Battery Configuration: The MNBE-B is designed for eight batteries. The following diagrams show three different ways to configure the battery bank. This is not meant to show all methods of inter-connecting the battery bank. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that all wiring conforms to NEC ANSI/NFPA 70 and all local codes.
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MNBE-B, D, D3R, E Instructions (continued) This configuration utilizes the same 12 volt group 31 batteries, but hooked up for 48 volts. There are only 2 paralleled strings in this system. A second battery enclosure may be installed side by side or on top of each other for double the capacity.
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