Zebra Technologies Z6Mplus manual Connect the Printer to a Power Source, Power Cord Specifications

Printer Setup

Connect the Printer to a Power Source

Connect the Printer to a Power Source

Electric Shock 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.

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. The power cord used must meet your local electrical requirements. If a power cord is not included or if the one included is not suitable for your requirements, refer to the following guidelines.

Your power cord must meet these standards:

•The overall length must be less than 9.8 ft. (3.0 m).

•It must be rated for at least 5A, 250 VAC.

•The chassis ground (earth) must be connected to ensure safety and reduce electromagnetic interference. The ground connection is handled by the third wire (earth) in the power cord as shown in Figure 5.

Figure 5 • Power Cord Specifications

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1AC power plug for your country

23-conductor HAR cable

3IEC 320 connector

4Neutral earth live in contact view

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