PB 1.1-2007
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Section 6
INSTALLATION OF PANELBOARD
6.1 PROPER STORAGE
Store the panelboard in a clean, dry place located so that mechanical damage from work personnel in the
area is not likely to happen.
6.2 UNPACKING
Care should be exercised in unpacking the panelboard to prevent damage and loss of instruction
materials and loose parts.
6.3 INSPECTION
Check for shipping damage and check to make sure that the panelboard is the correct one for installation
in the cabinet.
6.4 CARE
Care should be taken to protect the panelboard internal parts from contamination during the installation
process.
6.4.1 Cleaning
Clean the cabinet of all foreign materials. If parts at connection points are spattered with cement, plaster,
paint, or other foreign material, remove the foreign materials with great care to avoid damage to the
plating.
CAUTION—Hydrocarbon spray propellants and hydrocarbon based sprays or compounds will cause
degradation of certain plastics. Contact the panelboard manufacturer before using these products to clean,
dry, or lubricate panelboard components during installation or maintenance.
6.5 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions and labels.
6.6 INSTALLATION
6.6.1 Alignment Devices
Adjust the alignment devices where provided.
6.6.2 Panelboard
Install the panelboard, finalize its alignment, and tighten it securely in the cabinet.
6.6.3 Flange of Deadfront Shield
Unless otherwise instructed by the manufacturer, adjust the panelboard so that the flange of the
deadfront shield is no more than 3/16 inch from (1) the front of the cabinet for surface mounting or (2) the
surrounding wall surfaces for flush mounting.
© Copyright 2007 by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association.
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