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circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for this
electric snow shovel. Receptacles are
available having built-in GFCI protection
and may be used for this measure of
safety.
• To prevent electric shock, use only with an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Before use, check that the extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord,
make sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. For lengths
less than 50 ft (15 m), a No.16 AWG (or greater)
extension cord should be used. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating.
Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH. Heed these warnings:
• Do not allow any part of the electric snow
shovel to make contact with water while it
is in operation. If the product becomes wet
while turned off, wipe dry before starting.
• Use only a UL-, CSA- or ETL-rated extension
cord for outdoor, all-weather use.
• Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft
(30 m).
• Do not touch the product or its plug with
wet hands or while standing in water.
Wearing rubber or winter boots offers some
protection.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
Extension
Cord Length
Up to 50 ft
(15 m)
50–100 ft
(15–30 m)
Wire Gauge
(AWG):
16
14
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
product has a polarized plug (i.e. one blade
is wider than the other). Use this appliance
only with a polarized UL-, CSA-, or ETL-
listed extension cord recommended for
outdoor, all-weather use. The plug will fit
into a polarized extension cord only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized
extension cord. A polarized extension cord
will require the use of a polarized wall
outlet. The extension cord plug will fit into
the polarized wall outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper wall outlet. Do not modify
the plug, extension cord receptacle,
or extension cord plug in any way.
To prevent the Snow shovel cord from
disconnecting from the extension cord
during operation, make a knot with the two
cords as shown below.
Method of Securing Extension Cord
Snow shovel
Extension cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Do not modify the cord. Never pull the snow
shovel by the cord or yank the cord to
disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
