Installing and connecting the device
3.3 Connecting the device
SIMATIC IPC547D
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Operating Instructions, 06/2011, A5E03473780-01
Note
For vertical operation, mount the device on a horizontal metal base and secure it from falling
over. The following device bases are available from Rittal for this purpose:
Rittal Type TE 7000.620, Rittal Type VR 3861.580, Rittal Type DK 7063.710.
Please refer to the Cabinet manufacturer's instructions regarding device bases.
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. Risk of
electric shock in the case of improper opening of the device.
Disconnect the device from the mains as follows:
Always remove the power plug when you are not using the device. The power plug must
be freely accessible.
Use a central isolating switch in the case of cabinet installation.
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:
Pull out the power plug in good time when a thunderstorm is approaching.
Do not touch mains cables and data transmission cables during a thunderstorm.
Keep sufficient distance from electric cables, distributors, systems, etc.
