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resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric
shock. (See figure A.)
2.
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the
cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the
only wire connected to the tool's grounding system and must never be attached to
an electrically "live" terminal. (See figure A.)
3.
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like
those in the previous illustration. (See figure A.)
1.
Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use
either a two or three wire extension cord.
2.
As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge
extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a seri-
ous drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.
(See figure B, next page.)
3.
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For
example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See figure B.)
4.
When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure
each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See figure B.)
5.
If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate am-
peres and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.
(See figure B.)
fIGuRe B
for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
SKU 32966
exTeNSION cORDS
(115 Volt)
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