Use and Care Manual

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FIG. A FIG. B
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
POWER CONNECTIONS
Aseparateelectricalcircuitshouldbeusedforyourmachines.Thiscircuitshouldnotbelessthan#12wireandshould
be protected with a time delay fuse. NOTE:Time delayfusesshouldbemarked“D” inCanadaand“T”inthe US. If
anextension cordis used, use only 3-wireextension cordswhich have 3-pronggrounding typeplugs and matching
receptaclewhich will accept the machine’s plug. Beforeconnecting the machine to the power line, make surethe
switch(s)isinthe“OFF”positionandbesurethattheelectriccurrentisofthesamecharacteristicsasindicatedonthe
machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low voltage will damage the machine.
SHOCK HAZARD. Do not expose the machine to rain or operate the machine in damp locations.
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Yourmachineiswiredfor120volt,60HZalternatingcurrent.Beforeconnectingthemachinetothepowersource,make
sure the switch is in the “OFF” position.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SHOCK HAZARD. This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric
shock.
1. All grounded, cord-connected machines:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
theriskofelectricshock.Thismachineisequippedwithanelectriccordhavinganequipment-groundingconductorand
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
Donotmodifytheplugprovided-ifitwillnotfittheoutlet,havetheproperoutletinstalledbyaqualifiedelectrician.
Improperconnectionof the equipment-groundingconductor can resultin riskof electric shock. The conductor with
insulationhavinganoutersurfacethatisgreenwithorwithoutyellowstripesistheequipment-groundingconductor.If
repairorreplacementoftheelectriccordorplugisnecessary,donotconnecttheequipment-groundingconductortoa
live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instruction are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the machine is properly grounded.
Useonly 3-wireextensioncordsthathave 3-pronggroundingtypeplugs andmatching 3-conductorreceptaclesthat
accept the machine’s plug, as shown in Fig. A.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
2. Grounded, cord-connected machines intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than
150 volts:
If the machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the machine
will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. A. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter
illustrated in Fig. B maybe used toconnect this plugto a matching2-conductor receptacleas shown in Fig. B, ifa
properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet
canbeinstalledbyaqualifiedelectrician.Thegreen-coloredrigidear,lug,andthelike,extendingfromtheadaptermust
beconnectedtoapermanentgroundsuchasaproperlygroundedoutletbox.Whenevertheadapterisused,itmustbe
held in place with a metal screw.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.
SHOCK HAZARD. In all cases, make certain that the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you
are not sure, have a qualified electrician check the receptacle.