ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. The motor of
this machine is wired, depending on your location, for either 220V or 240V (see motor I.D. nameplate) single phase
operation and is equipped with an appropriate grounded plug meant to fit a matching grounded type recepta-
cle. Do not remove or modify any of the prongs on the supplied plug to make it fit an older or non-matching wall
socket. If an adaptor plug is used, use only a locally approved adaptor plug that includes a means of electrical
grounding to protect against electric shock. If your wall socket or adaptor plug do not match the supplied plug or
if you are not sure if your wall socket or adaptor plug are providing proper electrical grounding protection, con-
sult a qualified, licensed electrician before plugging in and operating this tool.
Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some areas. Check your local codes.
EXTENSION CORDS
USE ONLY LOCALLY APPROVED EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE MATCHING GROUNDED PLUGS AND 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 higher the number the heav-
ier the gauge.
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.
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AMPERES
(AMPS)
E X T E N S I O N C O R D L E N G T H
7.5 M (25 FEET)
15 M (50 FEET) 22.5 M (75 FEET) 30 M (100 FEET) 45 M (150 FEET) 60 M (200 FEET)
<5
0.75 MM
2
0.75 MM
2
0.75 MM
2
1.25 MM
2
2 MM
2
2 MM
2
5 TO 8
0.75 MM
2
0.75 MM
2
1.25 MM
2
2 MM
2
3.5 MM
2
NR
8 TO 12
1.25 MM
2
1.25 MM
2
2 MM
2
3.5 MM
2
NR
NR
12 TO 15
2 MM
2
2 MM
2
3.5 MM
2
3.5 MM
2
NR
NR
15 TO 20
3.5 MM
2
3.5 MM
2
3.5 MM
2
NR
NR
NR
21 TO 30
3.5 MM
2
NR
NR
NR
NR
NR
*Based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150% of the rated amperes.
NR = Not Recommended
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.
