Woodstock SHOP FOX W1730 - Manual (Page 11)

SETUP
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W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander
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 to travel—in
order to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire will
increase the risk of electric shock. The wire with green
insulation (with/without yellow stripes) is the equipment-
grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the power
cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-
grounding wire to a live (current carrying) terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel
if you do not understand these grounding requirements,
or if you are in doubt about whether the tool is
properly grounded. If you ever notice that a cord or
plug is damaged or worn, disconnect it from power, and
immediately replace it with a new one.
Grounding Prong
Current Carrying Prongs
6-15 PLUG
GROUNDED
6-15 RECEPTACLE
Figure 8. NEMA 6-15 plug & receptacle.
For 240V Connection
The machine must be properly set up
before it is safe to operate. DO NOT
connect this machine to the power
source until instructed to do later in
this manual.
DO NOT modify the provided plug or use
an adapter if the plug will not fit your
receptacle. Instead, have a qualified
electrician install the proper receptacle
on a power supply circuit that meets the
requirements for this machine.
Extension Cords
We do not recommend using an extension cord with this
machine. Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may
damage electrical components and shorten motor life.
Voltage drop increases with longer extension cords and
the gauge smaller gauge sizes (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 at 240V ...................... 14 AWG
Maximum Length (Shorter is Better) ................50 ft.
The power cord and plug specified under "Circuit
Requirements for 240V" on the previous page has an
equipment-grounding wire and a grounding prong. The
plug must only inserted into a matching receptacle
(outlet) that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances (see
Figure 8).