Grounded Tools: Tools With Three Prong Plugs; Extension Cords - Harbor Freight Tools Avanti 57042 Owner's Manual

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Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs

3-Prong Plug and Outlet
1. Sprayers marked with "Grounding Required"
have a three wire cord and three prong grounding
plug. The plug must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet. If the sprayer should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides
a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user, reducing the risk of electric
shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

Extension Cords

1. Grounded sprayers require a three
wire extension cord. Double Insulated sprayers
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 serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power
and possible sprayer damage. (See Table A.)
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 Table A.)
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 Table A.)
5. If you are using one extension cord for more
than one sprayer, add the nameplate amperes
and use the sum to determine the required
minimum cord size. (See Table A.)
6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make
sure it is marked with the suffix "W-A" ("W" in
Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
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2. The grounding prong in the plug is connected
through the green wire inside the cord to the
grounding system in the sprayer. The green
wire in the cord must be the only wire connected
to the sprayer's grounding system and must
never be attached to an electrically "live"
terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
3. The sprayer 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 preceding
illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
7. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace
a damaged extension cord or have it repaired
by a qualified electrician before using it.
8. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
25'
(at full load)
0 – 2.0 18
2.1 – 3.4 18
3.5 – 5.0 18
5.1 – 7.0 18
7.1 – 12.0 18
12.1 – 16.0 14
16.1 – 20.0 12
* Based on limiting the line volt-
TABLE A
age drop to five volts at 150% of
(120/240 VOLT)
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
50' 75' 100' 150'
18 18 18 16
18 18 16 14
18 16 14 12
16 14 12 12
14 12 10
12 10 -
10 - -
the rated amperes.
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