ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
110V Operation
The Shop Fox® W1672 Bandsaw is prewired for 110 volt operation. The motor supplied with your new bandsaw is rated at 1 H.P. and will draw approximately 12 amps. When choosing an outlet for this machine, consider using one with a 15 amp circuit breaker or fuse. Keep in mind that a circuit being used by other machines or tools at the same time will add to the total load being applied to the circuit. Add up the load rat- ings of all machines on the circuit. If this num- ber exceeds the rating of the circuit breaker or fuse, use a different circuit.
Extension Cords
When it is necessary to use an extension cord, use the following guidelines:
•Use cords rated for Hard Service •Never exceed a length of 100 feet •Use cords with 14 ga. wire or bigger •Insure cord has a ground wire and pin •Do not use cords in need of repair
This equipment must be grounded. Verify that any existing electrical outlet and cir- cuit you intend to plug into is actually grounded. If it is not, it will be necessary to run a separate 12 A.W.G. copper grounding wire from the outlet to a known ground. Under no circumstances should the ground- ing pin from any
Figure 1A. Never remove the grounding pin!
Grounding
This machine must be grounded! See Figure 1B. The electrical cord supplied with the W1672 comes with a grounding pin. Do not remove it. If your outlet does not accommodate a ground pin, have it replaced by a qualified electrician or have an appropriate adapter installed. Please note: When using an adapter, the adapter must be grounded.
Figure 1B. Typical 110V 3-prong plug and outlet.
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