Electrical Requirements
SAFETY
110V Operation
The SHOP FOX® W1708 has a 1 HP, 110V, 60 Hz motor that draws approximately 10 amps under load.
Use a 15 amp circuit breaker in a circuit that has wiring rated to handle this amperage draw. 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. Add up the load ratings of all the machines on the circuit. If this number exceeds the rating of the circuit breaker or wiring, use a different circuit.
Extension Cords
When it is necessary to use an extension cord, follow the guidelines below:
•Use cords rated for Standard Service
•Never use cords longer than 100 feet
•Use cords with 16 gauge wire
•Always use cords with a grounding pin
•Never use damaged cords
Grounding
This machine must be grounded! If your outlet does not accommodate a ground pin (Figure 2), have the outlet replaced by a qualified electrician or have an appropriate adapter installed and grounded properly. An adapter with a grounding wire does not guarantee that the machine will be grounded. A ground source must be verified!
NEVER remove the grounding pin from any plug and always make sure all wiring to the
machine is grounded before
operating. Any electrical
outlet and circuit you plug your machine into must be grounded. Serious injury may occur if this warning is ignored!
DO NOT replace the circuit breaker with one rated at a higher amperage or damage to the circuit may occur.
