Southbend SB1001 owner manual Grounding Requirements, Extension Cords

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/11 P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1001 8K™ Lathe

Grounding Requirements

This machine must be grounded! In the event of certain types of malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current in order to reduce the risk of electric shock.

This machine is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment-grounding wire and a grounding plug (see Figure 5). The plug must only be inserted into a matching receptacle (outlet) that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

Grounding Prong

5-15 PLUG

Current Carrying Prongs

Figure 5. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

SHOCK HAZARD!

Two-prong outlets do not meet the grounding requirements for this machine. Do not modify or use an adapter on the plug provided—if it will not fit the outlet, have an electrician or qualified service personnel install the proper outlet with a verified ground.

Extension Cords

We do not recommend using an extension cord with this machine. If you must use an extension cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis.

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may damage electrical components and shorten motor life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord size gets longer and the wire gauge size gets smaller (higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).

Any extension cord used with this machine must contain a ground wire, match the required plug and receptacle, and meet the following requirements:

Minimum Gauge Size............................14 AWG

Maximum Length (Shorter is Better) ....50 ft.

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