Chicago Electric 38347 Grounding and Voltage Warning, Grounding Instructions

Grounding and Voltage Warning

Common household current is 110-120 volts. As long as your tool is rated from 110-120V, there will not be any complications using this tool with household receptacles. Never try to plug a 110-120V tool into a 220-240V circuit (or visa-versa) or serious complications and possible injury to the operator may occur. The plugs have different shapes to prevent this.

DO NOT MODIFY YOUR ELECTRICAL PLUG IN ANY WAY. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CALL A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

Extension Cords

If you are using this product outdoors, use an extension cord rated for outdoor use (signified by “WA” on the jacket).

The extension cord must have a minimum wire size depending on the amperage of the tool and the length of the extension cord. The proper extension cord is determined by its AWG (Ameri- can Wire Gauge) rating. The smaller the gauge, the greater the cable’s capacity. The amount of cords used does not matter; total length determines the minimum AWG rating. Every cord must meet the AWG rating. Use the chart below to determine what AWG rating is required for your situation. Cord length is rated in feet.

Harbor Freight Tools can supply UL listed and outdoor rated extension cords in multiple AWG ratings.

		AWG Rating Chart
Cord Length	25’	50’	75’	100’	125’	150’	175’	200’
AMPS	AWG	AWG	AWG	AWG	AWG	AWG	AWG	AWG
0 - 10.0	18	18	16	16	14	14	12	12
10.1 - 13.0	16	16	14	14	14	12	12	12
13.1 - 15.0	14	14	12	12	12	12	12	—
15.1 - 18.0	14	12	12	12	12	12	—	—

Grounding Instructions

This product has a three prong plug. The third prong (round) is the ground. Plug the product’s cord only into three-prong receptacles. Never cut off the round prong. Cutting off the ground will result in a safety hazard and void the warranty.

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