-8- model t23108 (mfg. since 7/10)
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The
wire with green insulation (with or without yellow
stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire. If repair
or replacement of the power cord or plug is nec-
essary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
wire to a live (current carrying) terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service per-
sonnel if you do not understand these grounding
requirements, or if you are in doubt about whether
the tool is properly grounded. If you ever notice
that a cord or plug is damaged or worn, disc on-
nect it from power, and immediately replace it with
a new one.
We do not recommend using an extension cord
with this machine. If you must use an extension
cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only
on a temporary basis.
Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may
damage electrical components and shorten motor
life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord
size gets longer and the gauge size g ets smaller
(higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).
Any extension cord used with this machine must
contain a ground wire, match the required plug
and receptacle, and meet the following require-
ments:
Minimum gauge Size ...........................14 AWg
Maximum Length (Shorter is better).......50 ft.
grounding & Plug RequirementsIn the event of certain types of malfunctions or
breakdowns, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current—in order to reduce
the risk of electric shock.
This machine is equipped with a power cord that
has an equipment-grounding wire and a ground-
ing plug (similar to the figure below). The plug
must only be inserted into a matching rec eptacle
(outlet) that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
figure 2. typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.
Grounding Prong
Neutral Hot
5-15 PLUG
GROUNDED
5-15 RECEPTACLE
Serious injury could occur if you connect
the machine to power before completing the
setup proc ess. DO NOT connec t to power
until instructed later in this manual.
DO NOT modify the provided plug or use an
adapter if the plug will not fit your receptacle.
Instead, have a qualified electrician install
the proper receptacle on a power supply
circuit that i s grounded and meets the
requirements for this machine.