Personal Safety; Minimum Gauge For Extension Cords (Awg) - Craftsman 320.10860-01 Owner's Manual

ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.
5. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, ALWAYS use a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter to supply power to your tool. ALWAYS wear electrician's
rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.
6. DQ NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock,
7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from
the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock°
8. When operating a power toot outside, ALWAYS use an outdoor extension cord marked
"W-A" or "W". These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock,
NOTE: The extension cord must have adequate wire size AWG (American Wire Gauge) for safe,
efficient use,, Smaller gauge wires, have greater capacity (16 gauge wire has more capacity
than 18 gauge wire),,
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)
Volts Total Lenghth of Cord in Feet
120V 0-
25ft.
AmpereRating
More than 0
Not more than 6
More than 6
Not more than 10
More than 10
Not more than12 16
More than 12
Not more than 16 14
AWG
16
t6
26- 51- 101-
50ft. lOOft. '150ft.
AWG AWG A: VG
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
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12 No Recommended
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. ALWAYS stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
a power tool. DO NOT use toot while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
2. ALWAYS dress properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts,
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving part&
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