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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE, VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS
WITH THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I.D. NAMEPLATE. A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE. IF IN DOUBT, CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE POWER SOURCE.
THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN WET OR DAMP LOCATIONS.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. This ma-
chine is wired for 110V single phase operation and is
equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong
grounding plug A to fit a grounded type receptacle B.
Do not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to make
it fit into an old 2-hole wall socket or extension cord. If an
adaptor plug is used, it must be attached to the metal
screw of the receptacle C.
Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some areas.
Check your local codes. If you have any doubts or if the
supplied plug does not correspond to your electrical outlet,
consult a qualified electrician before proceeding.
CIRCUIT CAPACITY
Make sure that the wires in your circuit are capable of
handling the amperage draw from your machine, as
well as any other machines that could be operating on
the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified
electrician. If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows
regularly, your machine may be operating on a circuit
that is close to its amperage draw capacity. However, if
an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a
power failure still occurs, contact a qualified technician
or our service department.
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B
C
EXTENSION CORDS
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with
your machine, use only 3-wire extension cords that
have 3- prong grounding plug and a matching 3-pole
receptacle that accepts the tool's plug. Repair or
replace a damaged extension cord or plug immedi-
ately.
Make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage
listed on the motor I.D. plate. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. The accompanying chart shows the
correct size extension cord to be used based on cord
length and motor I.D. plate amp rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the number, the
heavier the gauge.
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
AMPERES
(AMPS)
25 FEET
50 FEET
< 5
18
6 TO 10
18
10 TO 12
16
12 TO 16
14
* NR = Not Recommended
100 FEET
150 FEET
16
16
14
16
14
12
16
14
12
* NR
* NR
12
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