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Old 06-05-2016, 04:09 AM   #1
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EMS installation on a 3850fl

I was wondering if anyone has had an EMS system installed on a 3850 fl. I am planning on purchasing a progressive 50 amp hard wired unit and I am trying to find the best place to install it. After searching the fifth wheel the only access point I can find is under the refrig and behind the fuse box using that connection as a break point.
Does anyone have any better spot then this or have pictures of their installation?
 
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Old 06-05-2016, 05:45 AM   #2
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This has been done so many times. Do a "Search" on "ems install" or some variation of keywords (be sure to check the "Archived Posts" box) and you will find pages and pages of postings. Here is one by Bingo on installing an EMS on a 3850 with lots of pictures.

http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/...ms=ems,install

Other postings that adress the question are:

http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/...ms=ems,install
http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/...ms=ems,install
http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/...ms=ems,install
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I removed my breaker panel/converter box and found plenty of room for mine. Easy installation. Just be sure power is completely OFF!

I just cut off about 18" of the incoming cable and used it to tie it in. Has worked great this way for almost 5 years.
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Old 06-06-2016, 01:19 PM   #5
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Ours is installed under the refrigerator. Easy access. If you have a transfer switch in the basement, some have installed the EMS under the transfer switch. Good luck wherever you decide.
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I do not have a transfer switch so I am pretty sure under the frig is the best spot for access to the main ac power.
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Thank you Carl, this is just what I was looking for.
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