Craftsman 137.224320 - Manual (Page 5)

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
A WARNING
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the
tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical.
circuit for your tools, Your saw is wired at the factory for
120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and use
a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock
or fire, If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way,
have it replaced immediately.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
A WARNING
This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the
operator from electrical shock.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric
current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is
equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST
be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes
and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the
receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor
with the green insulation (with or without yellow stfipes) is
the equipment grounding conductor. If repair or replacement
of the electric cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT connect
the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal.
CHECK With a qualified electrician or service person if you
do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or
if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
USE ONLY 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the
tool's plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord
immediately.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit
must not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with
a 15 Amp time lag fuse. 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.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a
receptacle like the one illustrated in FIGURE A. FIGURE A
shows a 3-prong electrical plug and receptacle that has a
grounding conductor. If a properly grounded receptacle is
not available, an adapter
(FIGURE B) can be used to
temporarily connect this plug to a 2-contact ungrounded
receptacle. The adapter
(FIGURE B) has a rigid lug
extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent
earth ground, such as a properly grounded receptacle box.
THE TEMPORARY ADAPTER SHOULD BE USED ONLY
UNTIL A PROPER GROUNDED OUTLET CAN BE
INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. The
Canadian Electrical Code prohibits the use of adapters.
CAUTION: In ail cases, make certain the receptacle is
properly grounded. If you are not sure have a qualified
electrician check the receptacle.
Fig. A ......
Grounding Prong
Properly Grounded
3-Prong Receptacle
. Make Sure This
is Connected to a
Known Ground
2-Prong
Receptacle
A WARNING
This band saw is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain
or use in damp locations,
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is In good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sur® to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will
result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which will
cause the tool to overheat. The table below shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere dating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS