Installation 2-9
2.7 Exchange Line Connection
Installation of an Earth Rod
Lightning
Protectors
CO
Grounding Wire
(Underground)
Rod
System
1) Installation location of the earth rod . . . . . . Near the protector
2) Check obstructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . None
3) Composition of the earth rod . . . . . . . . . . .Metal
4) Depth of the earth rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . More than 50 cm
5) Size of the grounding wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thickness more than ø1.6 mm
Note • The above example is only a recommendation.
• The length of the earth rod and required depth depend on the composition of the soil.
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