Zebra Technologies R170XiTM - Manual (Page 23)

Printer Setup
Connect the Printer to a Power Source
23063L-003 Rev. 2 12/23/04 R110Xi/R170Xi User Guide 11
Connect the Printer to a Power Source
To connect the printer to a power source, complete these steps:
1. Turn the printer power switch (located on the rear of the printer) to the Off (O) position.
2. Plug the power cord into the mating connector on the rear of the printer.
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power source.
Power Cord Specifications
Depending on how your printer was ordered, a power cord may or may not be included. If one
is not included or if the one included is not suitable for your requirements, refer to the
following guidelines:
• The overall cord length must be less than 9.8 ft (3.0 m).
• The cord must be rated for at least 5 A, 250 V.
• The chassis ground (earth) must be connected to ensure safety and reduce electromagnetic
interference. The third wire in the power cord grounds the connection ( Figure 6 ).
Figure 6 • Power Cord Specifications
• The AC power plug and the IEC 320 connector must bear the certification mark of at least
one of the known international safety organizations shown in Figure 7 .
Figure 7 • International Safety Organization Marks
Caution • For personnel and equipment safety, always use an approved three-conductor
power cord specific to the region or country intended for installation. This cord must use
an IEC 320 female connector and the appropriate region-specific three-conductor
grounded plug configuration.
1 AC power plug for your country
2 3-conductor HAR cable
3 IEC 320 connector
4 Neutral, earth, live in contact view
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