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If an extension cord is
WARNING
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable
of carrying the current necessary for your
tool must be used. This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
Extension Cords
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Tool's
Ampere
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
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Wire Sizes in mm
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Cord Length in Feet
Cord Length in Meters
25
50
100 150
15
18
16
16
14
0.75 0.75 1.5
18
16
14
12
0.75 1.0 2.5
18
16
14
12
0.75 1.0 2.5
16
16
14
12
1.0 2.5 4.0
14
12
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2
30
60
120
2.5
4.0
4.0
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