Circuit Requirements, 110V Operation, Grounding

SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

110V Operation

The G4008/G4009 Drill Press is supplied with a U.S made 110V/220V motor. Under normal use, the motor draws approximately 9 amps @ 110V. We recommend using a 15 amp circuit breaker or a 15 amp slow blow fuse for 110V operation. This should be satisfactory for normal use, while pre- venting motor damage from high heat caused by overload. If frequent circuit failures occur when using the drill press, contact our service depart- ment or your local electrical contractor.

220V: Contact the service department for further instruction on wiring for 220V.

Grounding

CAUTION: 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.

Improper connections of the electrical-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with green or green and yellow striped insulation is the electrical-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.

Under no circumstances should the grounding pin from any three-pronged plug be removed. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Check with a qualified electrician or one of our 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 ground- ing type plugs and 3-hole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. FIgure 1.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immedi- ately.

Grounded Outlet Box

Current

Carrying

Prongs

Grounding Blade Is

Longest Of the Three Blades

Figure 1.

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