WEN 22200 20 Gallon Vertical Tank Air Compressor - Manual (Page 9)

Extension Cord Guidelines
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. The table below shows the
correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)
(When using 120 V only)
Ampere Rating Total Length of Cord in feet
More Than Not More
Than
25 50 100 150
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not
Recommended
1. Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
2. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
3. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools/equipment. This circuit must not be less than a
#12 wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time-delayed fuse.
4. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position
and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate.
Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor.
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