Double Insulation Instructions; Extension Cords - MasterForce 240-5417 Operator's Manual

DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS

This Wet/Dry Vacuum is double insulated,
eliminating the need for a separate grounding
system. Use only identical replacements parts.
Read the instructions for Servicing Double-
Insulated Wet/Dry Vacuums before servicing.
Use this vacuum as described in this manual.
Observe the following warnings that appear on
the motor housing of your vacuum.
DOUBLE INSULATED - GROUNDING
NOT REQUIRED - WHEN SERVICING
U S E O N L Y I D E N T I C A L R E P L A C E M E N T
PARTS.
WARNING:
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - DO NOT EXPOSE
TO RAIN. STORE INDOORS.
WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR'S
MANUAL. DO NOT RUN UNATTENDED. DO
NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS, TOXIC,
F L A M M A B L E O R O T H E R H A Z A R D O U S
M A T E R I A L S . D O N O T U S E A R O U N D
EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS.
CAUTION:
DRYWALL DUST, FIREPLACE SOOT, OR ASH
WITH STANDARD WET/DRY FILTER. THIS
When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vacuum refer to the following table to determine
the required A.W.G. wire size. Before using the cleaner make sure the power cord and extension
cord are in good working condition. Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum cleaner.
Only use extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.
120V
Ampere rating
More than Not more than
0
6
10
12
TO REDUCE THE RISK
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY,
D O N O T V A C U U M

EXTENSION CORDS

25ft (7.62m) 50ft (15.24m) 100ft (30.48m) 150ft (45.72m)
6
10
12
16
TYPE OF DUST IS VERY FINE WHICH MAY NOT
BE CAPTURED BY THE FILTER AND CAUSE
DAMAGE TO MOTOR. WHEN VACUUMING
FINE DUST USE A FINE DUST FILTER.
WARNING:
INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM WITH A
DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM,
T W O S Y S T E M S O F I N S U L A T I O N A R E
PROVIDED INSTEAD OF GROUNDING. NO
GROUNDING MEANS IS PROVIDED ON A
DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE, NOR
SHOULD A MEANS FOR GROUNDING BE
ADDED. SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED
WET/DRY VACUUM REQUIRES EXTREME
CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM
AND SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL. REPLACEMENT
PARTS FOR A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/
DRY VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE
PARTS THEY REPLACE. YOUR DOUBLE-
INSULATED WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH
THE WORDS 'DOUBLE INSULATED' AND THE
SYMBOL
MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.
Length of Extension Cord
A.W.G. Wire Size
18 16
18 16
16 16
14 12
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-
(SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE)
16
14
14
NOT RECOMMENDED
14
12
12
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