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ELECTRICAL
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(WHEN USING 120 V ONLY)
Amp Rating
Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
More Than
Not More Than
25' (7.6 m)
50' (15 m)
100' (30.4 m)
0
6
18
16
16
6
10
18
16
14
10 12 16 16 14
12 16 14 12
Not Recommended
W A R N I N G
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught
on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.
W A R N I N G
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use the product
with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in
serious injury.
**Ampere rating (on product data plate)
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
Fig. 1
NOTE : AWG = American Wire Gauge
