MTD 1416NT manual Electrical Safety Warnings CONT’D

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS (CONT’D)

•CORD SETS: Make sure your cord set is in good condition, with a cord that is heavy enough to carry the current that your unit will draw. An undersized cord set will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power, as well as overheating. The table shown below illustrates the correct size to use depending on the cord length and nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier size line gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. To prevent the cord from disconnecting from the unit, use the cord hook shown in the Starting/Stopping Instructions.

•Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that will be used for the unit. Use receptacles with built-in GFCI protection for an extra measure of safety.

•Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit in damp or wet conditions. Moisture is a shock hazard.

•Inspect all extension cords and the unit power connection periodically. Look closely for deterioration, cuts or cracks in the insulation. Also inspect the connections for damage. Repair or replace the cords if any defects appear.

•Do not handle the plug or the unit with wet hands.

•Examine the electrical switches. Do not use the chain saw if the switches do not properly turn on and off. Do not attempt to make any repairs to the electric switches. Take your saw to an Authorized Service Center.

•Keep the cord away from the cutting area and to position cord so that it will not be caught on branches, and the like, during cutting.

•Use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.

•This electric powered saw is classified by CSA as a Class 2C saw. It is intended for infrequent use by homeowner’s, cottagers and campers, and for such general applications such as clearing, pruning, cutting firewood, etc. It is not intended for prolonged use. If the intended use involves prolonged periods of operation, this may cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands due to vibration. It may be appropriate to use a saw having an anti-vibration feature.

Minimum Gauge Wire

Saw Model	Ampere	Volts AC	Length of Power Cord
	Rating		25 ft. / 7.5m	50 ft. / 15m	100 ft. / 30m
MTD1416NT	13.5	110 / 120	16 Gauge	16 Gauge	14 Gauge

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