Extension Cords; Minimum Gage For Cord - Worx WG151 User Manual

EXtENSIoN CordS

USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier
the cord.
table 1 Minimum gage for cord
Ampere
More than
0
6
10
12
8 8
Battery charger
rating
Not More than
6
10
12
16
Volts total length of cord in feet
120V 25ft.
240V 50ft.
18
18
16
14
50ft. 100 ft.
100ft. 200 ft.
AWg
16 16
16 14
16 14
12 Not Recommended
150 ft.
300 ft.
14
12
12
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