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Appendix C Connecting to DC Power
Grounding the Switch
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•Four leads of copper wire
•The DC terminal block (Figure
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•Phoenix Contact, part number 1757035, www.phoenixcontact.com
Grounding the Switch
Review these safety warnings before you ground the switch.
Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024
Warning When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046
Caution To make sure that the equipment is reliably connected to earth ground, follow the grounding procedure instructions, and use a
Preparing the Ground Wire
Before you ground the switch to earth ground, you must prepare the ground wire. Follow these steps. Make sure to follow any grounding requirements at your site.
Step 1 Locate the ground lug and the two
Use a standard Phillips screwdriver or a ratcheting torque screwdriver with a Phillips head.
Set the screws and the ground lug aside.
Step 2 If your ground wire is insulated, use a wire stripping tool to strip the
Cisco ME 3400 Ethernet Access Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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