Connecting Shaper to Power Source

CONNECTING SHAPER TO POWER SOURCE

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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. The motor 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 outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor 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 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.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

SINGLE PHASE OPERATION

THREE HORSEPOWER MOTORS

The motor supplied with single phase, 3 horsepower Shapers is designed to be operated from a 220-240 volt power system.

The single phase Shaper is intended to be used on a circuit that has an electrical outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. 41. The tool has a plug similar to the plug illustrated in Fig. 41. Make certain the tool is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter is available, or should be used with the tool.

CAUTION: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, HAVE A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.

The single phase, three horsepower Shaper motors are single voltage motors and cannot be connected to operate at a voltage other than 220-240 volts.

If you desire to operate the single phase 3 horsepower Shaper with an extension cord, use a proper extension cord and make certain it is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. 42, shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS

240 VOLT

GROUND PRONG

	Fig. 41

TOTAL LENGTH OF	GAGE OF EXTENSION
CORD IN FEET	CORD TO USE

50	14 AWG
100	12 AWG
Over 100	Not recommended

	Fig. 42