Skil 3100 Bench Accessory Control Box, Double Insulated Tools, Grounded Tools, Extension Cords

X-Bench Accessory Control Box

Accessory Control Box Accessory Switch

Only use the accessory control box for power tools designed for use with accessory insert plates and suggested power tools in this manual.

It is intended to be the mains switch for benchtop applications if your Skil power tool is used in the insert plate.

It is also intended as a convenience outlet for use with your Skil Circular Saw and Miter Saw.

The accessory control box has an accessory On/Off switch with lock off key. Be aware of your position while using the X- Bench for fast emergency shut off power. Remove lock off key to disable switch when not in use.

Double Insulated Tools

Double Insulation is a design concept used in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. It is a recognized and approved system by Underwriter’s Lab- oratories, CSA and Federal OSHA authorities.

IMPORTANT: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician.

WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACE- MENT PARTS.

POLARIZED PLUGS. If your tool is equipped with a polar- ized plug (one blade is wider than the other), this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not change the plug in any way.

Grounded Tools

Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly	voltage marked on the nameplate. Do not use “AC only”
installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and	rated tools with a DC power supply.
ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor
plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user. Improper grounding can shock, burn or
electrocute. Grounded tools are equipped with three
conductor cord and three prong type plugs. Before plugging
in the tool be certain the outlet voltage supplied is within the

Extension Cords

!Replace damaged cords immediately. WARNING Use of damaged cords can shock, burn

or electrocute.

!Always use proper extension cord. If an WARNING extension cord is necessary, a cord

with adequate size conductors should be used to prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or over- heating. The table shows the correct size to use, de- pending on cord length and nameplate amperage rating of tool. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Always use U.L. and CSA listed extension cords.

NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS

Tool’s	Cord Size in A.W.G.				Wire Sizes in mm2
Ampere
	Cord Length in Feet				Cord Length in Meters
Rating
	25	50	100	150	15	30	60	120
3-6	18	16	16	14	.75	.75	1.5	2.5
6-8	18	16	14	12	.75	1.0	2.5	4.0
8-10	18	16	14	12	.75	1.0	2.5	4.0
10-12	16	16	14	12	1.0	2.5	4.0	—
12-16	14	12	—	—	—	—	—	—

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