Electrical - Craftsman 315.248200 Owner's Manual

EXTENSION CORDS
Use only3-wirs extension cords that have 3-prong
groundingplugs and 3-pole receptaclesthat accept
the tool's plug.When using a powertool at a consid-
erable distancefrom the power source, use an
extension cord heavy enough to carry the currentthat
the tool willdraw. An undersized extension cordwill
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of
power and causingthe motor to overheat, Use the
chart provided below to determine the minimumwire
size required in an extension cord. Only round jack-
eted cords listed by Underwriter'sLaboratories(UL)
should be used,
Length of Extension Cord Wire Size (A.W.G.)
Up to 25 feet 14
26-100 feet 12
When workingwith the tool outdoors,use an exten-
sion cordthat is designed for outside use. This is
indicated by the letters WA on the cord'sjacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspectitfor loose or
exposed wires and cut orwom insulation.
A_ CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the cutting
arsa and positionthe cord so that It will not be
caught on lumber, tools, or other objectsduring
cuttingoperations.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your Sears Craftsman Table Saw is powered by a
precisionbuilt electric motor. It should be connected
to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only
(normal household cun'ent). Do not operate this tool
on directcurrent (DC), A substantialvoltage drop will
cause a loss of power and the motorwill overheat. If
the saw does not operate when plugged into an
outlet, double check the power supply.
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of yourtable saw is approximately
3,600 rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases
under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the
wiring in a shop is as importantas the motor's horse-
power rating.A line intended only for lightscannot
probedy carry a power tool motor.Wire that is heavy
enough for a short distancewill be too lightfor a
greeter distance. A linethat can supportone power
tool may not be able to supporttwo or thrae tools.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunctionor breakdown, grounding
providese path of least resistancefor electriccurrent
to reduce the risk of electric shock.This tool is
equipped with an electdc cord having an equipment-
groundingconductorand a groundingplug. The plug
must be plugged intoa matching outletthat is properly
installedand groundedin accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Do not modifythe plug provided. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the properoutlet installedby a qualified
electrician,improper connection ofthe equiprnent-
groundingconductor can result in a risk of electric
shook.The conductor with insulationhaving an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow stripesis
the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electriccord or plug is necessary,
do not connectthe equipment-groundingconductor to
a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel
if the groundinginstructionsare net completely
understood,or if in doubt as to whether the tool is
properlygrounded.
Repair or replace a damaged orwom cord immedi-
ately.
This tool is intendedfor use on a cimultthat has an
outlet like the one shownin Figure 1. It also has •
groundingpin like the one shown,
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GROUNDING
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