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Grounding Instructions & Methods
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock!
This floor machine must be grounded. Grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current
to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This machine is equipped with an equipment-grounded plug. The plug must be inserted into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is necessary,
DO NOT
connect the grounding wire to either flat
blade terminal. The insulated wire with an outer surface that is green with or with- out yellow stripes is the
grounding wire.
The floor machine is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that
looks like the plug illustrated in (Fig A). A temporary adaptor that looks like the adaptor
illustrated in (Fig B & C) may be used to connect the plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown
in (Fig A) if a properly grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (Fig A) can
be installed by a qualified electrician. The green color rigid ear, lug, or like extending from
the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in place by the metal
screw (Fig C).
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. DO NOT modify the plug provided with the machine. If it will not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
NOTE:
In Canada, use of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by the
Canadian Electrical Code.
