MachineryHouse AL-346V, Instruction Manual

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SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY
Availability
Before installing the machine, consider the availability and
proximity of the required power supply circuit. If an
existing circuit does not meet the requirements for this
machine, a new circuit must be installed. To minimize the
risk of electrocution, fire, or equipment damage,
installation work and electrical wiring must be done by an
electrician or qualified service personnel in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards.
Full-load current rating
The full-load current rating is the amperage a machine draws at 100% of the rated output power. On machines with
multiple motors, this is the amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum of all motors and electrical devices that
might operate at one time during normal operations.
The full-load current is not the maximum amount of amps that the machine will draw. If the machine is overloaded, it
will draw additional amps beyond the full-load rating.
If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length of time, damage, overheating, or fire may result—especially if
connected to an undersized circuit. To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid overloading the machine during
operation and make sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that meets the requirements of the machines.
A power supply circuit includes all electrical equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel in the building and the
machine. The power supply circuit used for this machine must be sized to safely handle the full-load current drawn
from the machine for an extended period of time.
CAUTION! For your own safety and protection of property, consult an electrician if you are unsure about wiring
practices or electrical codes in your area.
Grounding instructions
This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
WARNING! Serious injury could occur if you connect the machine to power before completing the setup process.
DO NOT connect to power until instructed later in this manual.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The wire with green
insulation and yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the power cord or plug is
necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding wire to a live (current carrying) terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not understand these grounding requirements, or if
you are in doubt about whether the tool is properly grounded. If you ever notice that a cord or plug is damaged or
worn, disconnect it from power, and immediately replace it with a new one.
Extension cords
We do not recommend using an extension cord with this machine. If you must use an extension cord, only use it if
absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis.
Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may damage electrical components and shorten motor life. Voltage drop
increases as the extension cord size gets longer and the gauge size gets smaller (higher gauge numbers indicate
smaller sizes). Any extension cord used with this machine must contain a ground wire, match the required plug and
receptacle, and wire as short as possible.
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