Electrical; 220V.operation; Extension Cords; Electrical Specifications - Shop fox W1770 Owner's Manual

21" bandsaw w/foot brake
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The. machine. must. be. properly. set. up. before. it. is.
safe.to.operate..DO.NOT.connect.this.machine.to.the.
power. source. until. instructed. to. do. so. in. the. "Test.
Run".portion.of.this.manual.

220V.Operation

The Model W1770 is wired for 220V single-phase opera-
tion. We recommend connecting this machine to a dedi-
cated circuit with a verified ground, using the circuit
size given below. Never replace a circuit breaker with
one of higher amperage without consulting a qualified
electrician to ensure compliance with wiring codes. This
machine must be connected to a grounded circuit!
A plug is not supplied with this machine. See below for
the recommended plug type for this machine.
If.you.are.unsure.about.the.wiring.codes.in.your.area.
or.you.plan.to.connect.your.machine.to.a.shared.cir-
cuit,.you.may.create.a.fire.or.circuit.overload.hazard—
consult.a.qualified.electrician.to.reduce.this.risk.
Extension.Cords
We do not recommend using an extension cord; however,
if you have no alternative, use the following guidelines:
Use a cord rated for Standard Service (S).
Do not use an extension cord longer than 50 feet.
Ensure that the cord has a ground wire and pin.
Use the gauge size listed below as a minimum.
Electrical.Specifications
Operating.Voltage
220V Operation

ELECTRICAL

Amp.Draw
Min..Circuit.Size
22A
W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
Grounding Prong
Current Carrying Prongs
Figure.8. L6-30 plug and receptacle.
DO.NOT.work.on.your.electrical.system.
if. you. are. unsure. about. electrical.
codes.and.wiring!.Seek.assistance.from.
a. qualified. electrician.. Ignoring. this.
warning.can.cause.electrocution,.fire,.
or.machine.damage.
Recommended.Plug
30A
NEMA L6-30
(not incl.)
-10-
L6-30 GROUNDED
LOCKING
RECEPTACLE
is Hooked
L6-30
LOCKING
PLUG
Extension.Cord
10 Gauge, 3 Wire,
300VAC

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