Product Manual

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This tool is prewired 230-volt, and is intended for
use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the
one illustrated in Figure 9-1. The tool is intended for
use with a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Figure 9-1. Make sure the tool is
connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter is available or
should be used with this tool. If the tool must be
reconnected for use on a different type of electric
circuit, the reconnection should be made by
qualified service personnel; and after reconnection,
the tool should comply with all local codes and
ordinances.
If hardwired:
Permanently connected tools: This tool should be
connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring
system; or to a system having an equipment-
grounding conductor. Make sure a disconnect is
available for the operator. During hard-wiring of the
machine, make sure the fuses have been removed
or the breakers have been tripped in the circuit to
which the drill press will be connected. ALWAYS
FOLLOW PROPER LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT PRO-
CEDURES.
Figure 9-1: 230V plug and receptacle
6.2 460-volt conversion
If rewiring the band saw for 460V power, proceed as
follows:
1. Reconnect leads in motor junction box
according to diagram inside junction box cover.
Diagrams are also found at back of this manual.
(If discrepancies should occur, diagrams on
machine take precedence.)
2. Reconnect leads on transformer in the electrical
box.
3. Reconnect leads to coolant pump, according to
diagram inside pump junction box.
4. If using a plug, connect a proper UL-listed plug
for the incoming voltage.
Make sure incoming current matches power
requirements of saw. If saw blade does not move in
proper direction, disconnect machine from power
supply and reverse any two of the three power leads
(not the green ground wire).
6.3 Extension cords
The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to
position equipment within reach of the power
source. If an extension cord becomes necessary, be
sure it is 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 2 shows recommended 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.
Ampere
Rating
Volts
Total length of
cord in feet
More
Than
Not
More
Than
240 50 100 200 300
AWG
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12
Not
Recommended
Extension Cord Recommendations
Table 2