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MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
120 VOLT OPERATION ONLY
25’ LONG
50’ LONG
100’ LONG
150’ LONG
0 to 6 Amps
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
6 to 10 Amps
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
10 to 12 Amps
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
26.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING,
SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING AND OTHER
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
GUIDELINES FOR
EXTENSION CORDS
If you are using an extension cord outdoors
, be sure
it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to
indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use.
Be sure your extension cord is properly sized
, and
in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person
before using it.
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects
,
excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
17.
DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL
. Serious injury could
result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact
the tool.
18.
DO NOT
store anything above or near the tool
where anyone might try to stand on the tool to
reach it.
19.
MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. DO NOT
extend
yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubbersoled
shoes. Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax.
20.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
. Always keep tools
clean and in good working order. Keep all blades
and tool bits sharp.
21.
EACH AND EVERY TIME, CHECK FOR DAMAGED
PARTS PRIOR TO USING THE TOOL
. Carefully
check all guards to see that they operate properly,
are not damaged, and perform their intended func-
tions. Check for alignment, binding or breaking of
moving parts. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be immediately repaired or replaced.
22.
CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA
by remov-
ing switch keys, unplugging tools from the electrical
receptacles, and using padlocks.
23.
DO NOT OPERATE TOOL IF UNDER THE INFLU-
ENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
.
24.
SECURE ALL WORK
. When it is possible, use
clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece. This is
safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with
your hands.
25.
USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD
CONDITION
. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. The table at right shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the larger diameter of the extension cord. If in doubt
of the proper size of an extension cord, use a short-
er and thicker cord. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and
overheating.
USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION
CORD THAT HAS A 3-PRONG GROUNDING
PLUG AND A 3-POLE RECEPTACLE THAT
ACCEPTS THE TOOL’S PLUG
.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(cont.)
