Grounding the switch by using the AC power cord

If the installation site has no grounding strips or earth ground, you ground an AC-powered switch through the PE wire of the power cord, but must make sure:


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NOTE:

If the ground contact in the power outlet is not connected to the ground, report the problem and reconstruct the grounding system.


Figure 15: Grounding through the PE wire of the AC power cord

(1) Three-wire AC power cable

(2) Chassis rear panel


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NOTE:

To guarantee the grounding effect, use the grounding cable provided with the switch to connect to the grounding strip in the equipment room as long as possible.