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    vairpower Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Sep 19, 2010, 11:36 PM
    Can I mount the service box either way up.
    I have a Q style Square D service box and the wire will be coming in the bottom.
    Can I mount the box with the inputs and the 200 amp breaker down?
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    Sep 20, 2010, 08:04 AM
    The handle of the Main Breaker must be oriented so it is up in the On position, or down in the Off position.
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    Sep 20, 2010, 01:27 PM

    Most newer panels have the main breaker oriented with a side-to-side movement. They can be mounted either breaker up or down.

    If it is an up/down main breaker throw then follow TK's instruction.
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