Use And Care Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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5. USE ONLY THREE-WIRE EXTENSION
CORDS that have 3-prong plugs and 3-prong
outlets that accept the tool's plug as shown in Fig.
A. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately.
In all cases, make
certain the power supply outlet in question is
properly grounded. If you are not sure, have
a licensed electrician check the power
supply outlet.
THIS BENCH DRILL
PRESS IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT
EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP
LOCATIONS.
GUIDELINES FOR USING
EXTENSION CORDS
Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage, and result in loss of power
and overheating. The table below shows the
correct size to use according to cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)
CAUTION:
WARNING:
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 person before using it. Protect your
extension cords from sharp objects, excessive
heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools.
This circuit must not be less than #12 wire and
should be protected with a 15 A time-delayed
fuse. Before connecting the motor to the power
line, make sure the switch is in the OFF
position and the electric current is rated the
same as the current stamped on the motor
nameplate. Running at a low voltage will
damage the motor.
THIS TOOL MUST BE
GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT
THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRICAL
SHOCK.
WARNING:
FIG.A
Ampere Rating Total Length of Cord in feet (meters)
More Than Not More Than 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m) 100' (30.4 m) 150' (45.7 m)
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended