National Instruments PS-17 User Manual page 18

Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration
NI PS-17 Power Supply User Manual
Complete the following steps to connect wires to the input and output
terminals.
1. Ensure that none of the wires are connected to live power.
2. Strip the ends of the wires according to the recommendations in
Table 2-1.
3. Ensure that the terminal lever is in an open position as shown in
Figure 2-2.
Inserting The Wire
4. Insert the end of the wire into the terminal until the exposed portion of
the wire is completely inside of the terminal connection as shown in
Figure 2-2. If you are using stranded wire, ensure that all strands of the
wire enter the terminal connection.
5. Move the lever until the lever snaps into the closed position, as shown
in Figure 2-2.
6. Repeat steps 4 through 5 for each of the other terminals.
7. Ensure that all wires are properly seated and not loose.
8. Ensure that the rest of your equipment is ready to be powered without
creating a hazard.
9. Apply MAINS voltage to the NI PS-17 power supply.
Figure 2-2. Connecting a Wire
2-4
Closing The Lever
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