
Connection
6.1 Safety when connecting up
SCALANCE W1788-x / W1748-1
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Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C484-05
WARNING
Lack of equipotential bonding
If there is no equipotential bonding in hazardous areas, there is a risk of explosion due
to equalizing current or ignition sparks.
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Ensure that equipotential bonding is available for the device.
WARNING
Unprotected cable ends
There is a risk of explosion due to unprotected cable ends in hazardous areas.
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Protect unused cable ends according to IEC/EN 60079-14.
WARNING
Improper installation of shielded cables
There is a risk of explosion due to equalizing currents between the hazardous area and
the non-hazardous area.
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Ground shielded cables that cross hazardous areas at one end only.
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Lay a potential equalization conductor when grounding at both ends.
WARNING
Insufficient isolation of intrinsically safe and non-intrinsically safe circuits
Risk of explosion in hazardous areas
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When connecting intrinsically safe and non-intrinsically safe circuits, ensure that the
galvanic isolation is performed properly in compliance with local regulations (e.g. IEC
60079-14).
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Observe the device approvals applicable for your country.