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ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, follow all electrical and
safety codes, including the National Electric Code (NEC)
and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
(OSHA). All electrical connections and wiring should be
made by qualified personnel only.
WARNING
!
This machine
MUST BE GROUNDED
while in use to
protect the operator from electric shock.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
GROUNDING
provides the path of least resistance for electric current and
reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug
MUST
be
plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is prop-
erly installed and grounded in accordance with
ALL
local
codes and ordinances.
If a plug is provided with your machine
DO NOT
modify the
plug. If it will not fit your electrical receptacle, have a quali-
fied electrician install the proper connections to meet all
electrical codes local and state. All connections must also
adhere to all of OSHA mandates.
IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
of the equip-
ment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric
shock. The conductor with the green insulation (with or with-
out yellow stripes) is the equipment- grounding conduc-
tor.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you
do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or
if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR ExTENSION CORDS (AWG)
115/230 VOLT OPERATION ONLY
25’ long
50’ long
100’ long
0 to 6 Amps
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
6 to 10 Amps
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
10 to 12 Amps 16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 to 15 Amps 14 AWG
12 AWG
Not
recommended
WARNING
!
MAKE SURE
the circuit breaker does not exceed the
rating of the plug and receptacle.
WARNING
!
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, use the
proper gauge of extension cord. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your machine will draw.
ExTENSION CORDS
PLUGS/RECEPTACLES
The smaller the gauge-number, the larger the diameter of
the extension cord is. If in doubt of the proper size of an
extension cord, use a shorter and thicker cord. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in a loss of power and overheating.
USE ONLY
a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-prong
grounding plug and a 3-pole receptacle that accepts the
machine’s plug.The third prong is used to ground the tool
and provide protection against accidental electric shock.
DO NOT
remove the third.
If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be sure it is
marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate
that it is acceptable for outdoor use.
Make certain the extension cord is properly sized, and in
good electrical condition. Always replace a worn or
damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by
a qualified person before using it.
Protect your extension cords from children, sharp objects,
excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
WARNING
!
MAGNETIC SAFETY SWITCH
If the machine is equipped with a magnetic safety switch
you must to reset the overload protection switch after an
overload.
1. Remove the control box cover.
2. Press the reset button.
3. Reinstall the control box cover.
Make certain that the machine is disconnected
from the power source
WARNING
!