Section 2: Circuit Requirements; 220V Operation - Grizzly G9036 Owner's Manual

section 2: circuit reQuirements

220v operation

serious personal injury could occur if you
connect the machine to power before com-
pleting the setup process. do not connect
the machine to the power until instructed
later in this manual.
electrocution or fire could
result if machine is not
grounded and installed in
compliance with electrical
codes. compliance must
be verified by a qualified
electrician!
full load amperage draw
this machine draws the following amps under
maximum load:
Amp draw .............................................. 10 Amps
power supply circuit requirements
the power supply circuit for your machine Must
be grounded and rated for the amperage given
below. never replace a circuit breaker on an exist-
ing circuit with one of higher amperage without
consulting a qualified electrician to ensure compli-
ance with wiring codes. if you are unsure about
the wiring codes in your area or you plan to
connect your machine to a shared circuit, con-
sult a qualified electrician.
Minimum Circuit size ............................. 15 Amps
-10-
minimum power cord requirements
For 220v connection, use a stranded-copper flex-
ible cord that meets the minimum specifications
listed below, does not exceed 50 ft., and has an
insulation type that starts with "s." A qualified
electrician Must determine the best cord to use
in your environment depending on exposure to
moisture, heat, and oils.
specifications .......................14/3 AWg, 300vAC
power connection device
the type of plug required to connect your machine
to power depends on the type of service you cur-
rently have or plan to install. We recommend
using the plug shown in figure 1.
figure 1. neMA 6-15 plug and receptacle.
extension cords
using extension cords may reduce the life of the
motor. instead, place the machine near a power
source. if you must use an extension cord:
• use at least a 14 gauge cord that does not
exceed 50 feet in length!
• the extension cord must also have a ground
wire and plug pin.
• A qualified electrician Must size cords over
50 feet long to prevent motor damage.
Model g9036 Mfg. 7/08+