Grizzly H3140 owner manual Circuit Requirements, 110V Operation

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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

110V Operation

Serious personal injury could occur if you connect the machine to power before com- pleting the setup process. DO NOT connect the machine to the power until instructed later in this manual.

Electrocution or fire could result if machine is not grounded and installed in compliance with electrical codes. Compliance MUST be verified by a qualified electrician!

Full Load Amperage Draw

This machine draws the following amps under maximum load:

Amp Draw

2 Amps

Power Supply Circuit Requirements

The power supply circuit for your machine MUST be grounded and rated for the amperage given below. Never replace a circuit breaker on an exist- ing circuit with one of higher amperage without consulting a qualified electrician to ensure compli- ance with wiring codes. If you are unsure about the wiring codes in your area or you plan to connect your machine to a shared circuit, con- sult a qualified electrician.

Minimum Circuit Size

15 Amps

Model H3140 (Mfg. after 6/02)

Power Connection Device

The Model H3140 comes with a 5-15 plug, similar to Figure 2, to connect the machine to power.

Grounding Prong is

Longest of the Three

Prongs

Current

Carrying Prongs Grounded

Outlet

Figure 2. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

This machine MUST have a ground prong in the plug to help ensure that it is grounded. DO NOT remove ­ground prong from plug to fit into a two-pronged outlet! If the plug will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Extension Cords

We do not recommend using extension cords, but if you find it absolutely necessary:

Use at least a 16 gauge cord that does not exceed 50 feet in length!

The extension cord must have a ground wire and plug pin.

A qualified electrician MUST size cords over 50 feet long to prevent motor damage.

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H3140 specifications

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