Installation
5.6 Mounting and dismantling BaseUnits for motor starters
Distributed I/O system
76 System Manual, 09/2019, A5E03576849-AJ
5.6 Mounting and dismantling BaseUnits for motor starters
Requirements
● The mounting rail is fitted.
● When using a 15 mm mounting rail, you must install the additional mechanical mounting
(3RK1908-1EA00-1BP0).
Note
Mechanical bracket for BaseUnit
You will
find out how to mount the mechanical bracket for the BaseUnit in chapter
Mounting the mechanical bracket for the BaseUnit (Page 82)".
Protection against electrostatic charge
When handling and installing the SIMATIC ET 200SP motor starter, ensure protection
against electrostatic charging of the components. Changes to the system configuration and
wiring are only permissible after disconnection from the power supply.
Mounting a BaseUnit
Proceed as follows to mount a BaseUnit for motor starters:
1. Hook the BaseUnit into the DIN rail from above.
2. Swing the BaseUnit to the rear until the BaseUnit audibly engages.