ADAPTER PLUGS
Ensure proper ground and firm connection before use.
Situations when power cord is disconnected infrequently.
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly
recommend against the use of an adapter plug
. However, if you still elect to use an
adapter, where local codes permit a
TEMPORARY CONNECTION
may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL listed adapter which
is available at most local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall receptacle
to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.
CAUTION:
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw
does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and
the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring.
You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the
receptacle is properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with
one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with
repeated use. Should this happen?
DO NOT USE
the appliance until a proper ground
has been established.
Situations when power cord is disconnected frequently.
Do not use a adapter plug in these situations because frequent disconnection of
the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure
of the adapter ground terminal.
You should have the 2-prong wall receptacle
replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using
the appliance.
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