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in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord. To reduce the
risk of disconnection of appliance cord from
the extension cord during operating:
i) Make a knot as shown in Figure 1; or
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining
straps or connectors described in this
manual.
Minimum gauge for extension cords
Volts
Total length of cord
25'
120 V
(7.6
m)
Ampere
rating
more than
not more
than
0-6
18
6-10
18
10-12
16
12-16
14
Table 1
50'
100'
150'
(15.2
(30.5
(45.7
m)
m)
AWG
16
16
16
14
16
14
Not recom-
12
mended
Figure 1
Method of securing extension cord
CORD SET
m)
14
12
12
APPLIANCE CORD
(A) TIE CORD AS
SHOWN
(B) CONNECT PLUG
AND RECEPTACLE
7
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