Power Connections; Motor Specifications; Grounding Instructions - Porter-Cable PC160JT Instruction Manual

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
(CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed
areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your
mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of
harmful chemicals.
Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse
dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or
other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory
protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
away from face and body. Always operate tool in well-ventilated
area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection
system wherever possible.

POWER CONNECTIONS

A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines.
This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be
protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. NOTE: Time delay
fuses should be marked "D" in Canada and "T" in the U.S. If an
extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which
have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle
which will accept the machine's plug. Before connecting the
machine to the power line, make sure the switch (or switches)
is in the "OFF" position and be sure that the electric current is
of the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All
line connections should make good contact. Running on low
voltage will damage the machine.
Do not expose the machine to rain or operate
the machine in damp locations.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

Your machine is wired for 120 Volts, 60 HZ alternating current.
Before connecting the machine to the power source, make sure
the switch is in the "OFF" position.

gROUNDINg INSTRUCTIONS

This machine must be grounded while in use
to protect the operator from electric shock.
1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is
equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that
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is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric
cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-
grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if
in doubt as to whether the machine is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor
receptacles that accept the machine's plug, as shown in
Fig. A.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
2. grounded, cord-connected machines intended for use
on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than
150 Volts:
If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has
an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the
machine will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like
the adapter illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect
this plug to a matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown
in Fig. B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The
temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever
the adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal
screw.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
In all cases, make certain that the receptacle
in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a
qualified electrician check the receptacle.
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Fig. A
ADAPTER
Fig. B