Using removable terminal blocks – Rockwell Automation 1747-ACNR15 ControlNet Adapter Module User Manual User Manual

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Publication 1747-UM003A-EN-P

B-32 Understanding Your SLC 500/1746 Control System

Using Removable Terminal Blocks

The Removable Terminal Block (RTB) is provided on all 12-point and
16-point discrete I/O modules and analog modules. They allow for faster and
more convenient wiring of the I/O modules. The RTBs and modules are
color-coded as follows:

Replacement terminal blocks are available if they are lost or damaged.

Removing the RTB

Below are guidelines for removing the RTB.

1. If the I/O module is already installed in the chassis, disconnect power.

2. Unscrew the upper right and lower left terminal block release screws.

3. Grasp the RTB with your thumb and forefinger and pull straight out.

4. Write the appropriate slot, chassis, and module type on the RTB label.

Table B.4 RTB Color-Coding Definitions

If the color is:

Then the RTB is for:

red

ac inputs/outputs

blue

dc inputs/outputs

orange

relay outputs

green

specialty modules

black

These I/O wiring terminal blocks are not removable.

ATTENTION

!!!!

Disconnect power before attempting to install or remove
I/O modules or their terminal blocks.

SLOT______RACK______

w MODULE______

Terminal Block
Release Screw

Terminal Block
Release Screw

Dot indicates terminal
number 0 (or top of I/O
wiring).

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