Kawasaki 840700 instruction manual Grounding Instructions, Extension Cords

DO NOT place air compressor in an area:

•Where there is evidence of oil or gas leaks.

•Where flammable gas vapors or materials may be present.

•Where air temperatures fall below 32ºF or exceed 104ºF.

•Where extremely dirty air or water could be drawn into the air compressor.

Serious injury or death may occur if electrical sparks from motor and pressure switch come in contact with flammable vapors, combustible dust, gases or other combustible materials. When using the air compressor for spraying paint, place the air compressor as far away from the work area as possible, using extra lengths of air hose to extend the work- ing reach instead of extension cords.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product should be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, ground- ing reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This product is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is prop- erly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

A	B
GROUNDED RECEPTACLE	UNGROUNDED AC RECEPTACLE

COVERPLATE

MOUNTING SCREW

TOOL POWER CORD

TOOL POWER CORD

GROUNDING PIN	TAB FOR
	GROUNDING SCREW
	GROUNDING ADAPTER

FIGURE 1. CONNECTING THE AIR COMPRESSOR TO THE AC POWER RECEPTACLE

Improper installation of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. If repair or replacement of the cord is necessary, do not connect the grounding wire to either flat blade terminal. The wire with GREEN insulation with or without yellow stripes is the grounding wire.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a three-prong ground- ing plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Figure 1. A temporary adapter sim- ilar to the adapter illustrated in sketch B (See Page 9) may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in illustration B when a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter shall be used only until a properly grounded outlet (Illustration A) is installed by a qualified electrician. Tab for grounding screw, lug, or similar part extending from the adapter must be connect- ed to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.

The use of a GFCI outlet is strongly recommended. The third prong is to be used to ground the tool and provide protection against electrical shock. Never remove the third prong.

Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided. if it will not fit the out- let, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

EXTENSION CORDS

THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS PRODUCT IS NOT RECOM- MENDED as this can result in the loss of power to your air compressor which can prevent the motor from starting or running properly. This can also cause your fuse to blow or circuit breaker to trip. Running your air compressor on an undersized extension cord will cause permanent damage to internal switches and overheating of the electric motor. Use an additional length of air hose rather than an extension cord.

If you must use an extension cord, it should be plugged into a GFCI found in circuit boxes or protected receptacles. Use only UL listed 3-wire extension cords that have a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the product. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an exten- sion cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. Refer to the guide on the next page for minimum gauge required for exten- sion cords.

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