Rockwell Automation 1762-Lxxxx MicroLogix 1200 Programmable Controllers - Manual (Page 40)

Publication 1762-UM001G-EN-P - March 2011
3-6 Wire Your Controller
Ground the Controller In solid-state control systems, grounding and wire routing helps limit the
effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Run the ground
connection from the ground screw of the controller to the ground bus prior to
connecting any devices. Use AWG #14 wire. For AC-powered controllers, this
connection must be made for safety purposes.
This product is intended to be mounted to a well grounded mounting surface
such as a metal panel. Refer to the Industrial Automation Wiring and
Grounding Guidelines, publication 1770-4.1, for additional information.
Additional grounding connections from the mounting tab or DIN rail, if used,
are not required unless the mounting surface cannot be grounded.
ATTENTION
All devices connected to the RS-232 channel must be referenced to controller ground, or
be floating (not referenced to a potential other than ground). Failure to follow this
procedure may result in property damage or personal injury.
• For 1762-L24BWA, 1762-L40BWA, 1762-L24BWAR, and 1762-L40BWAR controllers:
The COM of the sensor supply is also connected to chassis ground internally. The
24V dc sensor power source should not be used to power output circuits. It should
only be used to power input devices.
• For 1762-L24BXB, 1762-L40BXB, 1762-L24BXBR, and 1762-L40BXBR controllers:
The VDC NEUT or common terminal of the power supply is also connected to
chassis ground internally.
TIP
Use all four mounting positions for panel mounting
installation.
ATTENTION
Remove the protective debris strip before applying
power to the controller. Failure to remove the strip
may cause the controller to overheat.
Grounding stamping