Double Insulation; Servicing Of Double-Insulated Appliances; Polarized Plugs - DeWalt DCV581H Instruction Manual

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
Ampere Rating 120V 25 (7.6)
240V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
More Not
More
Than
Than
0 6 18
6 10 18
10 12 16
12 16 14

Double Insulation

Double insulated vacuums are constructed throughout with two
separate layers of electrical insulation or one double thickness of
insulation between you and the vacuum's electrical system. Vacuums
built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a
result, your vacuum is equipped with a two prong plug which permits
you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining a ground
connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety
precautions when operating this vacuum. The insulation system is
for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical
insulation failure within the vacuum.

SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCES

Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must
be identical to the parts they replace.
50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
AWG
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
12 Not Recommended

Polarized Plugs

Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on
equipment to reduce the risk of electric shock. When provided, this
plug will fit in the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are
NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities.
Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with
soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or
lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.