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
•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 specification chart for the voltage and minimum branch circuit requirements.
Certain air com- pressors 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 compressor is connected to a circuit protect- ed 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 interruption of the power, it may be necessary to operate it from a 20 amp circuit. It is
not necessary to change the cord set.
120/240 Dual Voltage Motor
This model has a dual voltage motor, 120 and 240 volt. It is wired for 120 volt but can be converted to 240 volt operation. Instructions for connecting the motor for operation at 240 volt can be found printed on the label attached to the side of the motor.
When converting to 240V operation,
the attached
120 Volt Plug | 240 Volt Plug |
A15256 | 14- ENG |
