WEN 946 7 Inch Variable Speed Polisher / Sander - Manual (Page 8)

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• Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. dO NOt
operate tool when you are tired. dO NOt RuSH!
• make sure work area has ample lighting to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with
safe operation bEfORE performing any work by using your tool.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
• use the proper extension cord. make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
an undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. a
wire gauge size (a.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in
length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. the smaller the gauge number is, the heavier the
cord is.
• don’t abuse cord. Never carry tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
EXTENSION CORDS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path or least resistance for
electric current and reduces the risk of electrical shock. tools equipped with an electrical cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
do not modify the plug provided in any way. If the plug does not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
the use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. to keep this to a minimum and to
prevent overheating and motor burned-out; use the table below to determine the minimum wire size
(a.W.G.) of extension cord.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords (120 Volt)
Nameplate Amperes
(At Full Load)
Extension Cord Length
25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 200 Feet
0–2.0 18 18 18 18 16 16
2.1–3.4 18 18 18 16 14 14
3.5–5.0 18 18 16 14 12 12
5.1 –7.0 18 16 14 12 12 10
7.1–12.0 18 14 12 10 8 8
12.1–16.0 14 12 10 10 8 6
16.1–20.0 12 10 8 8 6 6