Expanding the TM5 System

How to Expand the TM5 System

When adding expansion modules be sure to remove all power before attempting these procedures.

 DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH
  • Disconnect all power from all equipment including connected devices prior to removing any covers or doors, or installing or removing any accessories, hardware, cables, or wires except under the specific conditions specified in the appropriate hardware guide for this equipment.
  • Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm the power is off where and when indicated.
  • Replace and secure all covers, accessories, hardware, cables, and wires and confirm that a proper ground connection exists before applying power to the unit.
  • Use only the specified voltage when operating this equipment and any associated products.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
 WARNING
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
  • Only use software approved by Schneider Electric for use with this equipment.
  • Update your application program every time you change the physical hardware configuration.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

The following procedure describes how to expand the TM5 System:

Step

Action

1

Remove all power from all equipment.

2

Remove the terminal block from the rightmost slice:

1

Push down on the locking lever on the terminal block.

2

Rotate the terminal block out and down.

3

Remove the locking plate from the rightmost slice:

1

Use a screwdriver to unhook the locking clip of the right locking plate.

2

Pull the locking plate off the bus base and electronic module.

4

Install expansion modules according to your expansion layout as described in the slice or compact I/O installation procedures.

Install the rightmost terminal block removed at the step 2.

5

Install the right locking plate to the rightmost expansion module of your new configuration.