Emerson Rosemount 3051C - Ground signal wiring

NOTICE
Installation of the transient protection terminal block does not
provide transient protection unless the transmitter enclosure
is properly grounded.
5.1 Ground signal wiring
WARNING
Do not run signal wiring in conduit or open trays with power wiring
or near heavy electrical equipment.
Grounding terminations are provided on the outside of the
electronics housing and inside the terminal compartment. Use these
terminations when transient protect terminal blocks are installed or
to fulfill local regulations. See Step2 for more information on how
the cable shield should be grounded.
Procedure
1. Remove the field terminals housing cover.
2. Connect the wiring pair and ground as indicated in Figure 5-2.
Make sure the wiring is:
• Trimmed close and insulated from touching the transmitter
housing
• Continuously connected to the termination point
• Connected to a good earth ground at the power supply end
Quick Start Guide February2024
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