Changing Motor Voltage

NOTE: The motor is prewired at the fac- tory for 120V operation. Use the follow- ing procedure to change motor voltage to 240V.

1.Unplug the power cord before making or modifying connections.

2.Remove the hitch pin.

3.Toggle the motor voltage selector switch from 120V to 240V.

4.Install the hitch pin.

5.Unscrew the pressure switch cover retaining screw and remove the pres- sure switch cover.

6.Remove the black and white wires labeled ‘line’ and the green ground wire. Loosen the screw for the strain relief.

7.Install a 3 wire, 240 volt, 15 amp U.L. listed cord (not provided). Be sure to connect the white and black wires to the terminals labeled ‘line’ and the green ground wire to the ground ter- minal. Also tighten the strain relief screw.

8.Install the pressure switch cover and fasten the pressure switch cover retaining screw.

The unit is now ready for 240 Volt opera- tion.

Hitch pin

Motor voltage selector switch

Retaining screw

Pressure Switch Cover

Line terminals

Ground terminal

Strain relief screw

Pressure Switch

!WARNING:

If not properly grounded, this tool can cause an electrical shock, particularly when used in damp locations, in proximity of plumbing, or out of doors.

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