Bosch 11387 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 10

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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.
* Auxiliary Handle
* Carrying case
Accessories
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF ExTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Tool's
Ampere
Cord Length in Feet
Rating
25
3-6 18
6-8 18
8-10
18
10-12 16
12-16 14
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
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Wire Sizes in mm
Cord Length in Meters
50 100 150 15 30 60
16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5
16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5
16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5
16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0
12 — — — — —
2
120
2.5
4.0
4.0
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