Personal Safety - RIDGID WTS2000L Operator's Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge: the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, 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.
• Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground-
ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
Volts
Ampere
Rating
0~6
10 V~
6~10
10~1
1~16
Ground Instruction
All Grounded, Cord-Connected Tools:
• In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for the electric current
to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This tool has an elec-
tric cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a match-
ing outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances.
• Do not modify the plug provided with this tool. If it will not
fit the outlet, have a properly grounded outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding con-
ductor can result in electric shock. The wire covered with
green insulation is the equipment-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is neces-
sary, do not connect the green wire to a live terminal.
• Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you
do not completely understand the grounding instruc tions, or
if there is a question as to whether the tool is properly
grounded. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have
3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug.
• Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a
supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 Volts:
• This tool is intended for use on a circuit with a grounded
outlet (B, Fig. 1). The tool has a grounding plug (A, Fig. 1).
Total Length of Cord in Feet
5 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft.
A. W. G.
18 16 16
18 16 14
16 16 14
14 1 Not
Recommended
• A temporary adapter (D, Fig. 1) may be used to connect
this plug to a -pole receptacle (C, Fig. 1), if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The green-colored tab
extending from the adapter must be connected to a per-
manent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a quali-
fied electrician can install a properly grounded outlet.
(A)
150 ft.
Grounding
14
Adaptor
1
1
Adaptor Is Not Permitted In Canada
Table 1
Permanently Connected Tools
This tool can be permanently connected to a grounded,
metal, wiring system or to a system that has an equipment-
grounding conductor.
Ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be
provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the tile saw.
Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection
and may be used for this measure of safety.

Personal Safety

WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Before beginning power-tool oper-
ation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields, and a full-face shield when needed. We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eye-
glasses or standard safety glasses with shields. Always
use eye protection, which is marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1
4
Metal
Screw
Cover Of
Grounded
(B)
Pin
Outlet Box
Grounding
(D)
Means
WEAR YOUR
SAFETY GLASSES
FORESIGHT IS BETTER
THAN NO SIGHT
(C)
Fig. 1