Installing and connecting the device
4.3 Connecting the device
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Operating Instructions, 12/2018, A5E43198909-AA
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4.3
Connecting the device
4.3.1
Connecting the power supply
To be noted before you connect the device
Note
The external power unit supplies power to the Field PG in mains operation with 120 V and
230 V power supply networks. The voltage range is set automatically.
WARNING
Risk of lightning strikes
Lightning may enter the mains cables and data transmission cables and jump to a person.
Death, serious injury and burns can be caused by lightning strikes.
Take the following precautions:
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Pull out the power plug in good 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, etc.
WARNING
Operation only in grounded power supply systems
The device is designed only to be used in grounded power supply systems (TN systems to
VDE 0100, part 300, or IEC 60364-3).
It must not be used in ungrounded, or impedance-grounded power systems (IT systems).
WARNING
Danger of damage to the device or destruction of the battery
Only use the supplied battery or an original spare part. Information on original spare parts
for Field PGs is available in section Accessories (Page 24).
WARNING
Risk of fire and electric shock
The On/Off button does not completely isolate the device from the power supply. If the
device is switched off with the On/Off button, there is still a risk of electric shock and fire, for
example, if the device or the connecting cables are damaged or in the event of improper
use.
When working on the device or if the device is not used for a long period of time, always
disconnect it fully from the power supply. Shut down the operating system and if you are
using the device in mains operation, pull out the power plug.