3
Recommended Minimum Wire Size for Extension Cords
Total Length of Cord
25 ft.
50 ft.
75 ft.
100 ft.
125 ft.
150 ft.
175 ft.
7.6 m
15.2 m
22.9 m
30.5 m
38.1 m
45.7 m
53.3 m
Wire Size AW G
18
18
1 6
16
14
1 4
1 2
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains
relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols
below are used to help you recognize this information.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions
are as follows:
V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v o l t s
A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .a m p e r e s
H z. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .h e r t z
W. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .w a t t s
m i n . . . . . . . . . . . . . .m i n u t e s
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .alternating current
. . . . . . . . . . . .direct current
no . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .no load speed
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Class I Construction
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .earthing terminal
( g r o u n d e d )
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .safety alert symbol
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Class II C o n s t r u c t i o n
… / m i n . . . . . . . . . .revolutions or reciprocation
(double insulated)
per minute
WARNING: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION.
When using tools or equipment,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal
injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could
result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which
tools and equipment are designed. Black & Decker strongly recommends that this
product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was
designed. Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using
any tool or equipment.
S AVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
• Follow these instructions and those published by the manufacturer of any
equipment you intend to use with this VPX power source. Review cautionary
markings on these products.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR VPX
POWER SOURCE
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD:
Do not operate VPX power source with damaged
120 volt AC or USB outlets; or if the VPX power source has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Do not disassemble the VPX power
source; take it to a qualified service technician when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire, and will void warranty.
WARNING:
Keep the VPX power source out of the reach of children and pets. The
VPX power source generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal
household wall outlet. Treat the outlet with respect!
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