9
Check with a qualified
electrician or service pe
r
sonnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood, or if
in doubt as to whether the tool is properly
grounded. Failure to comply may cause serious
or fatal injury.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord
immediately.
When operated at 115-volt, this tool is intended for
use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the
one illustrated in
A,
Figure 8. An adapter, shown 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 installed 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
permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box.
When operated at 230-volt, this tool is intended for
use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the
one illustrated in
D,
Figure 8. The tool has a
grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
D
. 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.
Figure 8
6.2
Voltage conversion
Conversion from 115V to 230V must be done by
a qualified electrician.
The Band Saw is prewired for 115 volt. To change
incoming power leads for 230 volt operation, follow
wiring diagrams on inside cover of motor junction
plate (Figure 9). These diagrams are also shown in
Figures 10 and 11.
The plug on the end of the power cord must be
replaced with a UL/CSA listed plug rated for 230 volt
operation.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
6.3
Extension cords
The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to
position machines near the power source. If an
extension cord is necessary, make sure it is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one 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 1 shows correct 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.
