Connecting Scroll SAW to Power Source

POWER CONNECTIONS

A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp fuse. Have a certified electrician replace or repair a worn cord immediately. Before connect- ing the motor to a power line, make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position and be sure that the electric current is of the same characteristics as stamped on the motor name-plate. Running on low voltage will damage the motor.

WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE TOOL TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE TOOL IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

Your scroll saw is wired for 110-120 volt, 60 HZ current. Before connecting the saw to the power source, make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-pole receptacle which will accept the tools plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the scroll saw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss and overheating. Fig. 14 shows the correct gage to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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 tool 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 out- let, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electri- cian.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding con- ductor 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

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

Ampere	Volts	Total Length of		Gage of
Rating			Cord in Feet	Extension Cord
0-6	120		up to 25	18 AWG
0-6	120	25-50		16 AWG
0-6	120	50-100		16 AWG
0-6	120	100-150		14 AWG

6-10	120		up to 25	18 AWG
6-10	120	25-50		16 AWG
6-10	120	50-100		14 AWG
6-10	120	100-150		12 AWG
10-12	120		up to 25	16 AWG
10-12	120	25-50		16 AWG
10-12	120	50-100		14 AWG
10-12	120	100-150		12 AWG
12-16	120		up to 25	14 AWG
12-16	120	25-50		12 AWG
12-16	120
			GREATER THAN 50’ NOT RECOMMENDED
0-6	240		up to 50	18 AWG
0-6	240	50-100		16 AWG
0-6	240	100-200		16 AWG
0-6	240	200-300		14 AWG
6-10	240		up to 50	18 AWG
6-10	240	50-100		16 AWG
6-10	240	100-200		14 AWG
6-10	240	200-300		12 AWG
10-12	240		up to 50	16 AWG
10-12	240	50-100		16 AWG
10-12	240	100-200		14 AWG
10-12	240	200-300		12 AWG
12-16	240		up to 50	14 AWG
12-16	240	50-100		12 AWG
12-16	240		GREATER THAN 100’ NOT RECOMMENDED

Fig. 14

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 instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles that accept the tool's plug, as shown in Fig. 15.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.