Electrical Information - Yardworks 060-2288-0 Owner's Manual

Electrical Information - continued
CAUTION!
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT YOUR OUTLET IS PROPERLY
GROUNDED. IF UNCERTAIN, HAVE IT CHECKED BY A CERTIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
WARNING:
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THIS GRASS TRIMMER IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
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DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS
USE THE 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
overheating. The table below shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)
Ampere Rating
More Than Not More Than
0 6
6 10
10 12
12 16
Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified
person before use. Keep extension cords away from sharp objects, excessive
heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit should comprise a wire of
at least 12 gauge and should be protected with a 15 A time-delayed fuse. Before
connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF
position and the electric current is identical to that stamped on the
motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.
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ALTHOUGH THIS TOOL IS DOUBLE INSULATED, THE
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EXTENSION CORD AND RECEPTACLE MUST STILL BE GROUNDED
WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRICAL
SHOCK.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(when using 120 V only)
Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m)
18 16
18 16
16 16
14 12
8
100' (30.4 m) 150' (45.7 m)
16 14
14 12
14 12
Not Recommended