Use and Care Manual

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ST1007/12/14 15" & 20" Planers (Mfd. Since 9/17)
No adapter should be used with plug. If
plug does not fit available receptacle, or if
machine must be reconnected for use on a
different type of circuit, reconnection must
be performed by an electrician or qualified
service personnel, and it must comply with
all local codes and ordinances.
Figure 5. Typical 6-20 plug and receptacle.
Grounding Pin
Current Carrying Prongs
6-20 PLUG
GROUNDED
6-20 RECEPTACLE
This machine is equipped with a power cord that
has an equipment-grounding wire and a grounding
plug. Only insert plug into a matching receptacle
(outlet) that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT modify the provided plug!
Figure 6. Typical L6-30 plug and receptacle.
Grounding Prong
is Hooked
Current Carrying Prongs
L6-30 GROUNDED
LOCKING
RECEPTACLE
L6-30
LOCKING
PLUG
Grounding
Requirements
This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of cer-
tain types of malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to travel—in order to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
wire will increase the risk of electric shock. The wire
with green insulation (with/without yellow stripes) is
the equipment-grounding wire. If repair or replace-
ment of the power cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding wire to a live
(current carrying) terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service per-
sonnel if you do not understand these grounding
requirements, or if you are in doubt about whether
the tool is properly grounded. If you ever notice that
a cord or plug is damaged or worn, disconnect it
from power, and immediately replace it with a new
one.
Minimum Gauge Size ................................ 12 AWG
Maximum Length (Shorter is Better) ............50 ft.
Extension Cords
We do not recommend using an extension cord
with this machine. Extension cords cause voltage
drop, which may damage electrical components and
shorten motor life. Voltage drop increases with lon-
ger extension cords and smaller gauge sizes (higher
gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).
Any extension cord used with this machine must
contain a ground wire, match the required plug and
receptacle, and meet the following requirements:
The machine must be properly set up before
it is safe to operate. DO NOT connect this
machine to the power source until instructed
to do later in this manual.