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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY

POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the table saw, use proper circuit protection. Always use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This power tool is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect it to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace the cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.

EXTENSION CORD REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Any extension cord must be GROUNDED for safe operation.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)

 

Ampere Rating

Volts

 

Total length of Cord

More Than

Not More Than

120V

25ft.

50ft.

100ft.

150ft.

 

 

 

240V

50ft.

100ft.

200ft.

300ft.

0

6

 

18

16

16

 

14

6

10

 

18

16

14

 

12

10

12

 

16

16

14

 

12

 

12

16

 

14

12

Not

Recommended

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Any extension cord used for power tools MUST be grounded (3-wire with two fl at prongs and one round ground prong).

Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, make sure you use one heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The table above shows the correct size to use according to extension cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord.

NOTE: The 12 to 16 amp rating is correct for this tool. It is highlighted in the table above.

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualifi ed person before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas. Before connecting the saw to the extension cord, make sure the saw switch is turned OFF.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This saw is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into

a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not

fit the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualifi ed electrician.

IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor (wire) with the green insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment 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.

CHECK with a qualifi ed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the saw is properly grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole grounding receptacles that accept the saw’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn cords immediately.

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240V OPERATION

The table saw provided a dual voltage, 120V and 240V, motor. To operate the table saw at 240V, single phase, reconnect the motor wire as the wire wirding on page 74.

WARNING

To avoid injury, disconnect the motor from power source outlet before reconnecting the wire.

To operate the table saw at 240V, replace the 120V plug with a UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 240V (not included) and the rated current of the saw as shown.

Contact your local Hitachi Authorized Service Center or qualifi ed electrician for proper procedures to install the plug. The saw must comply with all local and national electrical codes after the 240V plug is installed. Connect the table saw with 240V plug to a power source outlet as shown.

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