Mounting, connecting up and commissioning   
3.2 Installing and commissioning the RF120C 
  SIMATIC RF120C 
12  Operating Instructions, 02/2021, C79000-G8976-C328-03 
Overvoltage protection 
 
Protection of the external 24 VDC voltage supply 
If the module is supplied via widespread 24 V power supply cables or networks, coupling of 
strong electromagnetic pulses into the power supply cables is possible, for example due to 
lightning or the switching of large loads. 
The connection of the external 24 VDC power supply is not protected against strong 
electromagnetic pulses. Make sure that any cables liable to lightning strikes are fitted with 
suitable overvoltage protection. 
3.2  Installing and commissioning the RF120C 
Prior to installation and commissioning 
 
Read the system manual "S7-1200 Programmable Controller" 
Prior to installation, connecting up and commissioning, read the relevant sections in the 
system manual "S7-1200 Programmable Controller". When installing and connecting up, 
keep to the procedures described in the system manual "S7-1200 Programmable Controller". 
Make sure that the power supply is turned off when installing/uninstalling the devices. 
Parameter assignment 
One requirement for the commissioning of the CP is the completeness of the STEP 7 project 
data. For more information, read the section "Configuration and parameter assignment 
(Page 21)".