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overheatingandburningoutofthe
motor.Thetablebelowshowsthe
correctsizeto usedependingoncord
lengthandnameplateampererating.If
indoubt,usethenextheaviergauge.
Thesmallerthegaugenumber,the
heavierthecord.
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION
CORDS
Make sure your extension cord is
properly wired and in good condition.
Always replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualified
technician before using it. Protect your
extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
(When usng 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of Cord
MoreThan Not More Than 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150 ft.
7.62 15.24 30.48 45.72 m
AWG- American Wire Gauge
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
,_ WARNING
This tool is for indoor use only. Do
not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
This tool is intended for use on a
circuit that has a receptacle like the
one illustrated in Fig. 1. Fig. 1 shows
a three-pronged electrical plug and
receptacle that has a grounding
conductor. If a properly grounded
receptacle is not available, an adapter
(Fig. 2) can be used to temporarily
connect this plug to a two-contact
grounded receptacle.
The adapter (Fig. 2) has a grounding
lug extending from it that MUST be
connected to a permanent earth
ground, such as a properly grounded
receptacle box.
l,_ CAUTION l
In all cases, make certain the
receptacle is properly grounded. If
you are not sure, have a qualified
electrician check the receptacle.
Fig. 1
Three-Pronged Plug
Three-Pronged Receptacle
Fig. 2
Grounding Lug
/ l_-[I Make sure this
_&_-!,_ ! _kis connected
_--_:/__" IIto a known
_.J_ " _--_ Two-Pronged
Receptacle
Adapter
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