Extension Cords
Using extension cords is not recom- mended. The use of extension cords will cause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and over- heating.
Instead of using an extension cord, increase the working reach of the air hose by attaching
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
•a
•in good condition
•no longer than 50 feet
•12 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as gauge number decreases. 10 AWG and 8 AWG may also be used. DO NOT USE 14 OR 16 AWG.)
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to the Parts Manual for the volt- age and minimum branch circuit requirements.
Risk of Unsafe Operation. Certain
air compressors can be operated on a 15 amp circuit if the following conditions are met.
1.Voltage supply to circuit must comply with the National Electrical Code.
2.Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical needs.
3.Extension cords comply with specifications.
4.Circuit is equipped with a 15 amp circuit breaker or 15 amp time delay fuse. NOTE: If com- pressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use only time delay fuses. Time delay fuses should be marked “D” in Canada and “T” in the US.
If any of the above conditions cannot be met, or if operation of the com- pressor repeatedly causes interrup- tion of the power, it may be neces- sary to operate it from a 20 amp cir- cuit. It is not necessary to change the cord set.
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