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Extension Cords
Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to avoid
voltage drop and power loss to the motor, and to prevent
overheating
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
• a3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding
plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug
on the product
• ingood condition
• nolongerthan 50feet
• 12 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as
gauge number decreases. 10 AWG and 8 AWG may
also be used. DO NOT USE 14 OR 16 AWG.)
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to your Parts List Manual for the voltage and circuit
protection requirements of your compressor. Use only a
fuse or circuit breaker that isthe same rating asthe branch
circuit the air compressor isoperated on. Ifthe compressor
isconnected to a circuit protcted by fuses, use only dual
element time delay fuses, as noted inthat Service Bulletin.
Refer to Parts List Manual for your compressor. Certain air
compressor models can be oeprated on a 15 amp circuit
if:
1. Voltage supply to circuit is normal.
2. Circuit isnot used to supply any other electrical needs
(lights, appliances, etc.).
3. Extension cords comply with specifications.
4. Circuit isequipped with a 15amp circuit breakeror 15
amp time delay fuse. Use a Fusetron Type "T" time
delay fuse.
Ifany ofthe above conditions can not be met, or ifoperation
of the compressor repeatedly causes interruption of the
power, it may be necessary to operate it from a 20 amp
circuit. It is not necessary to change the cord set.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a
grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug.
The plug must be used with an outlet that has been
installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances. The outlet must have the
same configuration as the plug. DO NOT USE AN
ADAPTER (SeeIllustration).
Inspect the plug and cord beforeeach use. Do not use
if there are signs of damage.
Break-in Procedure
IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RE-
SULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug that has been provided. If it does
not fit the available outlet, the correct outlet should be
installed by a qualified electrician.
If repairing or replacing cord or plug, the grounding wire
must be kept separate from the current-carrying wires.
Never connect the grounding wire to a flat blade plug
terminal. The grounding wire has insulation with an outer
surface that is green - with or without yellow stripes.
If these grounding instructions are not completely under-
stood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is
properly grounded, have the installation checked by a
qualified electrician.
120 Volt Models
White
15 AMP PLUG OUTLET
GROUNDED
OUTLET _ i
GROUNDING .jI
PIN
240 Volt Models
_\ Ground _
20 AMP PLUG OUTLET
GROUNDING __
PIN
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RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. IN THE EVENT
OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, GROUNDING REDUCES
THE RISK OF SHOCK BY PROVIDING AN ES-
CAPE WIRE FOR THE ELECTRIC CURRENT. THIS
AIR COMPRESSOR MUST BE PROPERLY
GROUNDED.
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