IMPORTANT: The outlet being used must

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Plug

 

 

 

 

 

be installed and grounded in accordance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with all local codes and ordinances.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grounded

2. Make sure the outlet being used has

 

 

 

 

 

Outlets

 

the same configuration as the ground-

ed plug. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER.

See illustration.

 

 

 

Grounding Pin

 

3. Inspect the plug and cord before each

 

 

 

 

use. Do not use if there are signs of damage.

4. If these grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly grounded, have the installation checked by a qualified electrician.

Risk of Electrical Shock. IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not fit the available outlet, a correct outlet should be installed by a qualified electrician.

Repairs to the cord set or plug MUST be made by a qualified electrician.

Extension Cords

If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:

a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3slot recep- tacle that will accept the plug on the product

in good condition

no longer than 50' (15.2 m)

14 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as gauge number decreases. 12 AWG and 10 AWG may also be used. DO NOT USE 16 OR 18  AWG.)

Risk of Property Damage. The use of an undersized extension cord will cause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and overheating. 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.

Voltage and Circuit Protection

Refer to the Specification Chart for the voltage and minimum branch circuit require- ments.

Risk of Overheating. Certain air compressors 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 protected 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 compressor 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.

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