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SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY
!
WARNING
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards,
or damage to the tool, use proper circuit
protection. Use a separate electrical circuit
for your tool. Your tool is wired at the factory
for 120 V operation. Connect to a 120 V,
15 Amp circuit and use a 1.6 Amp time delay
fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire,
if power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any
way, have it replaced immediately.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
!
This tool must be grounded while in use to
protect the operator from electrical shock.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR
BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric currents and reduces
the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped
with an electrical cord that has an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into a matching receptacle
that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper
receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in risk of electric
shock. The conductor with the green insulation
(with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of
the electrical cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment grounding conductor to a
live terminal.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service
person if you do not completely understand the
grounding instructions, or if you are not certain
the tool is properly grounded.
USE only 3-wire extension cords that have
three-pronged grounding plugs with three-
pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cords
immediately.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tool. This
circuit must not be less than 18AWG and should
be protected with a 1.6 Amp time lag fuse. Before
connecting the motor to the power line, make
sure the switch is in the OFF position and the
electric current is rated the same as the current
stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a
lower voltage will damage the motor.
WARNING
!
This tool is for indoor use only. Do not
expose to rain or use in damp locations.
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GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition.
Use an extension cord heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power, overheating and burning the
motor. The table below shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
Make sure your extension cord is properly wired
and in good condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a
qualified technician before using it. Protect your
extension cords from sharp objects, excessive
heat and damp or wet areas.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(When using 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating
More Than
Not More Than
25
(7.62 15.24 30.48 45.72 m)
AWG- American Wire Gauge
0
6
18
6
10
18
10
12
16
12
16
14
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has
a a receptacle like the one illustrated in Fig. 1.
Fig. 1 shows a three-pronged electrical plug and
receptacle that has a grounding conductor. If a
properly grounded receptacle is not available,
an adapter (Fig. 2) can be used to temporarily
connect this plug to a two-contact grounded
receptacle. The adapter (Fig. 2) has a rigid lug
extending from it that MUST be connected to
a permanent earth ground, such as a properly
grounded receptacle box.
CAUTION
!
In all cases, make certain the receptacle is
properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a
qualified electrician check the receptacle.
Fig. 1
Three-Pronged Plug
Grounding Prong
Properly Grounded
Three-Pronged Receptacle
Fig. 2
Grounding Lug
Adapter
Model G0938 (Mfd. Since 02/21)
Total Length of Cord
50
100
150
ft.
16
16
14
16
14
12
16
14
12
12
Not Recommended
Make sure this is
connected to a
known ground.
Two-Pronged
Receptacle
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