Craftsman 919.19541 owner manual Extension Cords, Voltage and Circuit Protection

3.Inspect the plug and cord before each use. Do not use if there are signs of damage.

4.If these grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly ground- ed, have the installation checked by a qualified electrician.

IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN

RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not fit the available outlet, a correct outlet should be installed by a qualified electrician.

Repairs to the cord set or plug MUST be made by a qualified elec- trician.

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 another length of hose to its end. Attach additional lengths of hose as needed.

If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:

•a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the product

•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.

Certain air compressors can be oper- ated on a 15 amp circuit if the follow- ing conditions are met.

1.Voltage supply through branch circuit is 15 amps.

2.Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical needs (lights, appliances, etc.).

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. If operating from a 20 amp cir- cuit, it is not necessary to change the cord set.

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