Emerson Rosemount 3051CF Series Reference Manual page 88

Electrical installation
July 2020
• Continuously connected throughout the segment
• Connected to a good earth ground at the power supply end
Figure 4-3: Wiring Terminals
A. Minimize distance.
B. Trim shield and insulate.
C. Protective grounding terminal (do not ground cable shield at the transmitter).
D. Insulate shield.
E. Minimize distance.
F. Connect shield back to the power supply ground.
Perform the following procedure to make wiring connections:
Procedure
1. Remove the housing cover on terminal compartment side. Do not remove the
2. Ensure full contact with terminal block screw and washer. When using a direct
3. Plug and seal the unused conduit connection on the transmitter housing to avoid
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cover in explosive atmospheres when the circuit is live. Signal wiring supplies all
power to the transmitter.
wiring method, wrap wire clockwise to ensure it is in place when tightening the
terminal block screw.
Note
Emerson does not recommend using a pin or ferrule wire terminal, as the
connection may be more susceptible to loosening over time or under vibration.
moisture accumulation in the terminal side. Install wiring with a drip loop. Arrange
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