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W1749 9" Bandsaw
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ELECTRICAL
110V Operation
When it is necessary to use an extension cord, use the
following guidelines:
• Cords rated for Standard Service.
• Use at least a 16 gauge cord that does not exceed
50 feet in length.
• Do not use cords in need of repair.
• A qualified electrician MUST size cords over 50 feet
long to prevent motor damage.
Extension Cords
Grounding
This machine must be grounded! The electrical cord sup-
plied with this machine comes with a grounding pin. Do
not remove it. If your outlet does not accommodate a
ground pin, have it replaced by a qualified electrician or
have an appropriate adapter installed.
Note:
When using an adapter, the adapter must be
grounded.
The
SHOP FOX
®
Model
W1749 is wired for 110 volt
operation. The motor supplied with your new bandsaw is
rated at
1
/
3
HP and will draw approximately 2.5 amps. A
5-15 plug is included for your machine and is intended to
be plugged into a matching 5-15 receptacle.
Connect your machine to a circuit (wire, breaker, plug,
receptacle) that is rated for at least 15 amps.
We recommend connecting this machine to a dedicated
circuit with a verified ground, using a circuit breaker sized
for the circuit. Never replace a circuit breaker with one
of higher amperage without consulting a qualified electri-
cian to ensure compliance with wiring codes.
If you are unsure about the wiring codes in your area or
you plan to connect your machine to a shared circuit,
you may create a fire hazard—consult a qualified elec-
trician to reduce this risk.
Figure 8.
Typical 110V 3-prong plug and
outlet.
This equipment must be grounded.
Verify that any existing electrical out-
let and circuit you intend to plug into
is actually grounded. If it is not, it will
be necessary to run a separate 12 AWG
copper grounding wire from the outlet
to a known ground. Under no circum-
stances should the grounding pin be
removed from any three-pronged plug
or serious injury may occur.
