Craftsman 138. 99005 Operator's Manual page 5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities may contain chemicals, including lead, known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
1. lead from lead-based paints,
2. crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
3. 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.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting
in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord.
Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a product , use an extension cord that is designed for outside use.
This type of cord is designated with "W-A" or "W" on the cord's jacket. Before using any extension
cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating (on product data plate)
0-2.0
cord Length
25' 16
50' 16
100' 16
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit. Note: AWG = American Wire Gauge
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.Position the cord so that it will not
get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.
immediately. Never use the product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could
cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
ELECTRICAL
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Wire size (a.W.G.)
16 16 16
16 16 14
16 14 12
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace
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