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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
1 All grounded, cord-connected tools
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the
equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
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.
2 Grounded
Cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 V: This tool is
intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Sketch A in Figure 83.1. The
tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Sketch A in Figure 83.1. A temporary adapter,
which looks like the adapter illustrated in Sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in Sketch 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. 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.
3 Permanently connected tools
This tool should be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system; or to a system having an
equipment-grounding conductor.
Figure 83.1
Grounding methods
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