Extension Cords - Makita 2414B Instruction Manual

EXTENSION CORDS.
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 gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
TABLE 1
MINIMUM GAUGE
FOR CORD SETS
Ampere Rating
More
Not More
Than Than
I
Total Length of Cord in Feet
0
- 25 26
-
50 51 - 100 101
-
150
A W G
0 -
6
6 - 10
10
-
12
12 - 16
18 16 16 14
18 16
16 16 14
14 12
Not Recommended
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