Chicago Electric 65712 manual Cal Code. See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug, See Table a, 25’ 50’ 75’

cal Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong

Plug.)

2.Double insulated equipment may be used in either of the 120 volt Outlets shown in the preceding illustration.

(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)

Extension Cords

1.Double Insulated equipment can use either a two or three wire Extension Cord.

2.As the distance from the supply Out- let increases, you must use a heavier gauge Extension Cord. Using Exten- sion Cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and pos- sible equipment damage.

(See Table A.)

3.The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge Cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge Cord. (See Table A.)

4.When using more than one Exten- sion Cord to make up the total length, make sure each Cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.

(See Table A.)

5.If you are using one Extension Cord for more than one tool or equipment, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum Cord size. (See Table A.)

6.Make sure the Extension Cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged Extension Cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it.

7.Protect the Extension Cords from

sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*

(120/240 VOLT)

NAMEPLATE		EXTENSION CORD
			LENGTH
AMPERES
		25’	50’	75’	100’	150’
(at full load)
0 – 2.0		18	18	18	18	16
2.1	– 3.4	18	18	18	16	14
3.5	– 5.0	18	18	16	14	12
5.1	– 7.0	18	16	14	12	12
7.1 – 12.0		18	14	12	10	-
12.1	– 16.0	14	12	10	-	-
16.1	– 20.0	12	10	-	-	-
TABLE A		* Based on limiting the line
		voltage drop to five volts at

150% of the rated amperes.

Symbology

Double Insulated

	Canadian Standards Association
	Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
V~	Volts Alternating Current
A	Amperes
n0 xxxx/min.	No Load Revolutions per Minute
	(RPM)

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