Shop fox W1692, Instruction Manual

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ELECTRICAL
220V Operation
We do not recommend using an extension cord
for 220V equipment. Instead, arrange the
placement of your machinery and installed
wiring to eliminate the need for extension
cords. If you must use an extension cord, make
sure it is rated Standard Service (grade S) and
capable of handling a 15 amp load. The
extension cord must always contain a ground
wire and plug pin. Be sure to ask an expert
about the correct gauge to use with your
desired cord length. Always repair or replace
extension cords when they become worn or
damaged.
Extension Cords
Grounding
This machine must be grounded! See Figure 1.
The electrical cord supplied with the Model
W1692 15" Planer does not come with a 220
volt plug. Use a plug with a ground pin. If your
outlet does not accommodate a ground pin,
have it replaced by a qualified electrician or
have an appropriate adapter installed and
grounded properly. An adapter with a
grounding wire does not guarantee the
machine will be grounded. A ground source
must be verified.
The motor supplied with your new planer is
rated at 3 HP and will draw approximately 12
amps during 220 volt operation. When
choosing an outlet for this machine, we
recommend using a NEMA L6-15 plug and
receptacle with a 15 amp circuit breaker or
fuse. Keep in mind that a circuit being used by
other machines or tools at the same time will
add to the total load being applied to the
circuit. Add up the load ratings of all machines
on the circuit. If this number exceeds the
rating of the circuit breaker, fuse or wires,
use a different circuit.
Figure 1.
Typical 220V 3-prong NEMA L6-15
plug and outlet.
NOTICE
NEVER replace the circuit breaker with one
rated at a higher amperage or damage to the
circuit may occur.
This equipment must be
grounded. Verify that any
existing electrical outlet and
circuit you intend to plug
into is actually grounded.
Under no circumstances
should the grounding pin
from any three-pronged plug
be removed. Serious injury
may occur.
ELECTRICAL