Proface APL3000B - Node Box PC - Manual (Page 119)

PL3000 Series Hardware Manual
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5.4.3 Grounding
This section describes the precautions for grounding the PL unit.
• When supplying power to the PL unit, be sure to separate the
input/output and power lines, as shown. [diagram (a)]
• If exclusive grounding is not possible, use a common
grounding point. [diagram (b)] A grounding or equivalent
should be used for the grounding point.
Do not use common grounding, since it can lead to an accident or machine breakdown.
• Check that the grounding resistance is
100
Ω or less.
• FG and SG terminals are internally
connected in the PL. When connecting
an external device to the PL using the
SG terminal, be sure to check that no
short-circuit loop is created when you
setup the system.
• The grounding wire should have a cross
sectional area greater than 2mm
2
Create the grounding point as close to
the PL unit as possible, and make the
wire as short as possible. When using a
long grounding wire, replace the thin
wire with a thicker wire, and place it in a
duct.
• If the equipment does not function properly
when grounded, disconnect the ground wire
from the FG terminal.
(a) Exclusive Grounding (BEST)
(b) Exclusive Grounding (OK)
(C) Common Grounding (Not OK)
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