Installing and connecting the device
3.3 Connecting the device
SIMATIC IPC347E
Operating Instructions, 09/2018, A5E41134132-AE
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3.3
Connecting the device
3.3.1
Connection information
WARNING
Complete isolation
The on/off switch does not isolate the device from the mains.
In the case of damage to the device or connecting cables, there is a risk of fire. There is a
risk of electric shock in the case of improper opening of the device.
Disconnect the device from the mains as follows:
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Always remove the power plug when you are not using the device. The power plug must
be freely accessible.
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Use a central isolating switch in the case of cabinet installation.
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Always ensure that the socket on the device or the safety socket of the building
installation is freely accessible and located as close as possible to the device, especially
if the power plug is secured by a power plug lock.
WARNING
Risk of lightning strikes
A lightning flash may enter the mains cables and data transmission cables and jump to a
person.
Death, serious injury and burns can be caused by lightning.
Take the following precautions:
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Pull out the power plug in time when a thunderstorm is approaching.
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Do not touch mains cables and data transmission cables during a thunderstorm.
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Keep sufficient distance from electric cables, distributors, systems, and so on.
NOTICE
Damage by regenerative feedback
Regenerative feedback of voltage to ground by a connected or installed component
destroys the device.
Connected or built-in I/Os, for example, a USB drive, are not permitted to supply any
voltage to the device. Regenerative feedback is generally not permitted.
