SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

110/220V Operation

Your G1495 machine comes pre-wired for 110V operation. It includes a three-prong plug which should be plugged into a grounded circuit as shown in Figure 1. Under normal use, the motor draws approximately 12 amps @ 110V. We recommend the lathe be plugged into a circuit protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker.

This motor can be operated at 220V, however there is no power advantage from operating at a higher voltage. To revise the lathe to operate on

220V it is necessary to do two things:

1.The motor must be rewired according to the wiring diagram provided at the back of this manual.

2.The plug at the end of the power cord needs to be cut off and replaced with a type similar to those pictured in Figure 2.

Under normal use, the motor draws approximately 6 amps @ 220V. We recommend the lathe be plugged into a circuit protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker.

Figure 1. Typical 110V plug and outlet.

StandardLocking

220V/240V

15A

NEMA L6-15

Figure 2. Two typical 220V outlet configurations.

Grounding

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor which must be properly connected to a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Improper connections of the electrical-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with green or green and yellow striped insulation is the electrical-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal.

This equipment must be grounded. Verify that any existing electrical outlet and circuit you intend to plug into is actually grounded. If it is not, it will be necessary to run a separate 12 A.W.G. copper grounding wire from the outlet to a known ground. Under no circumstances should the grounding pin from any three- pronged plug be removed. Serious injury may occur.

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G1495 Heavy-Duty Wood Lathe