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g8988 safety paddle switch
Installation
When installing the g8988 switch, use the wiring
diagram in
Figure 2 to ensure proper wire con-
nections.
Rear View
of Switch
Hot
Out
Hot
In
Machine
Out
125V Neutral
or 250V Hot
In
125V Neutral
or 250V Hot
Power Source
Verified
Ground*
Figure 2. g8988 wiring diagram.
Operation
to turn the switch
ON, make sure the safety key is
properly inserted, then flip the switch up.
to turn the switch
OFF, flip the paddle down.
to disable the switch, turn the switch
OFF, then
pull the yellow key from the switch and store it in
a well hidden or secure location.
This switch is intended to be connected to
stranded wire with insulated quick-discon-
nect crimp-type female wire terminals hav-
ing a
1
⁄
4
" tab.
All crimps must be "pull-checked" to ensure
that wires are securely crimped and will
not fall out with moderate tension or when
exposed to normal machine vibration.
*the machine Must be connected to a verified
ground. in the event of certain malfunctions or
breakdowns, grounding reduces the risk of elec-
tric shock by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current.
