SIMOTION C
Operating Instructions, 02/2012
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Connecting
5
5.1
Wiring
5.1.1
General requirements for wiring
Basic rules
Because of the wide range of uses of a SIMOTION C, only the basic rules for electrical
installation can be included in this section. At a minimum, you must comply with these basic
rules to ensure problem-free operation.
Safety regulations
In order to ensure safe operation of your equipment, implement the following measures,
adapting them to suit your conditions:
● An EMERGENCY OFF concept in accordance with the generally accepted rules of
current engineering practice (e.g. European standards EN 60204, EN 418, and similar).
● Additional measures for end position limiting of axes (e.g. hardware limit switches).
● Equipment and measures for protection of motors and power electronics in accordance
with the installation guidelines of the used drive units.
In addition, in order to identify hazards, we recommend that a risk analysis be conducted on
the entire system in accordance with the basic safety requirements set out in Appendix 1 of
EU Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC.
Additional references
Please also note the information in the following sections of this manual:
● Guidelines on Handling Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESD guidelines)
● For additional information on installing a system containing S7-300 process I/O, refer to
the "Wiring" section of the
S7-300 Automation System, Hardware and Installation, CPU
Data Manual.
Standards and specifications
When wiring the SIMOTION C, you must observe the appropriate VDE guidelines, in
particular VDE 0100 and VDE 0113 for tripping devices and short-circuit and overload
protection.
