Use and Care Manual

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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n the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. The motor
of this machine is wired for 120V single phase opera-
tion and is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-
prong grounded plug to fit a grounded type recepta-
cle, A.
Do not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to make
it fit into an old 2-hole wall socket. If an adaptor plug is
used, B, it must be attached to the metal screw of the
receptacle.
Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some areas,
including Canada. Check your local codes.
Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a
supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150
volts: This tool is intended fo use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in A. The tool has
a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
A. A temporary adapter, which looks like the addapter illustrated in B and C, may be used to connect this plug to
a 2 pole receptacle as shown in B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be
used only until a properly grounded outlet can be insalled by a qualified electrician. This adapter is not permitted
in Canada. The green-colored rigid ear, lug and the like, extending from the adapter, must be connected to a per-
manent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor
with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding con-
ductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
conductor to a live terminal.uter surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding con-
ductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
conductor to a live terminal.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
If it will not fit your receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand these grounding instruc-
tions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE, VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUP-
PLY 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.
A
B
C
Grounding methods
Grounding
Pin
Metal screw
Adapter
Grounding
mean
EXTENSION CORDS
USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE RECEPTACLES THAT ACCEPT
THE TOOLS’ PLUG. REPAIR OR REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN POWER CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine 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
25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 200 Feet
< 5 16 16 16 14 12 12
5 à 8 16 16 14 12 10 NR
8 à 12 14 14 12 10 NR NR
12 à 15 12 12 10 10 NR NR
15 à 20 10 10 10 NR NR NR
21 à 30 10 NR NR NR NR NR
AMPERES
(AMPS)
*Based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150% of the rated amperes. NR = Not Recommended
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Cover of Ground
outlet box