Woodstock W1683 - Manual (Page 11)

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
220V Operation
We do not recommend using an extension cord
for 220V equipment. Instead, arrange the
placement of your machinery and installed
wiring to eliminate the need for extension
cords. If you must use an extension cord, make
sure it is rated Hard Service (grade S) and
capable of handling a 28 amp load. The
extension cord must always contain a ground
wire and plug pin. Be sure to ask an expert
about the correct gauge to use with your
desired cord length. Always repair or replace
extension cords when they become worn or
damaged.
Extension Cords
Grounding
This machine must be grounded! See Figure 1.
The electrical cord supplied with the Model
W1683 does not come with a 220 volt plug. Use
a plug with a ground pin. If your outlet does not
accommodate a ground pin, have it replaced by
a qualified electrician or have an appropriate
adapter installed and grounded properly. An
adapter with a grounding wire does not
guarantee the machine will be grounded. A
ground source must be verified.
The motor supplied with your new planer is
rated at 5 H.P. and will draw approximately 28
amps during 220 volt operation. When choosing
an outlet for this machine, we recommend
using a NEMA L6-30A with a 30 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 ratings
of all machines on the circuit. If this number
exceeds the rating of the circuit breaker, fuse
or wires, use a different circuit.
Figure 1. Typical 220V 3-prong plug and outlet.
NOTICE
NEVER replace the circuit breaker with one
rated at a higher amperage or damage to the
circuit may occur.
This equipment must be
grounded. Verify that any
existing electrical outlet and
circuit you intend to plug
into is actually grounded.
Under no circumstances
should the grounding pin
from any three-pronged plug
be removed. Serious injury
may occur.