Bosch 1974-8 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 16

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If an extension cord is
W RNING
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable
of carrying the current necessary for your
tool must be used. This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
* Wheel guard
* Side handle
* Lock nut wrench (grinding)
* Lock nut (grinding)
** Grinding wheel
NOTE: Wheel guard must be used when sander is converted for grinding operations.
NOTE: Not recommended for use with type 11 cup wheels.
Accessories
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Tool's
Ampere
Cord Length in Feet
Rating
25
3-6 18
6-8 18
8-10
18
10-12 16
12-16 14
** Rubber backing pad (sanding)
** Lock nut wrench (sanding)
* Backing flange
** Type 1A wheel guard
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
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Wire Sizes in mm
Cord Length in Meters
50 100 150 15 30 60
16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5
16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5
16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5
16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0
12 — — — — —
2
120
2.5
4.0
4.0
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