Connecting
4.2 Connecting the 120 V / 240 V AC power supply
SIMATIC Panel PC 677B
Operating Instructions (Compact), 06/2008, A5E02217246-01 21
Localized information For countries other than the USA and Canada:
240 V supply voltage
This device is equipped with a safety-tested power cable which may only be connected to a
grounding outlet. If you choose not to use this cable, you must use a flexible cable of the
following type: Min 18 AWG conductor cross-section and 15-A / 250-V shockproof connector.
The cable set must be compliant with the safety regulations and stipulated IDs of the country
where the system is to be installed.
For the USA and Canada:
For the United States and Canada, a CSA or UL-listed power cord must be used.
The connector must be compliant with NEMA 5-15.
120 VAC power supply
Use a flexible power cord which is approved to UL and CSA, and which has the following
features: Type SJT with three leads, min. 18 AWG conductor cross-section, max. 4.5 m in
length and parallel ground contact connector 15 A, min. 125 V.
240 VAC power supply
Use a flexible power cord which is approved to UL and CSA, and which has the following
features: Type SJT with three conductors, min. 18 AWG conductor cross-section, max.
length 4.5 m, and tandem grounded connector 15 A, min. 250 V.
Connecting How to connect the device to the 120 V AC / 240 V AC power supply
1 Ensure that the On/Off switch is in '0' position
(Off) when you plug in the power cord in order
to avoid unintentional startup of the device.
2 Connect the equipotential bonding.
3 Insert the power cable in the electrical socket.
4 Fasten the cable with the supplied power plug
latch, if necessary.