JUGS Sports PS50 Pitching Machine - Manual (Page 10)

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SAVE THIS MANUAL. Refer to it often and use it to instruct other users . Do not
loan your pitching machine to anyone who has not been instructed in its use . If
you do loan your machine, be sure this manual goes with it .
! WARNING: Do not allow your familiarity with the machine to cause you to
be careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
enough time to inflict severe injury to yourself or others.
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Grounding Instructions
T his product must be grounded . If it should malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock . This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and grounding plug . The plug must be connected to an
appropriate GFCI outlet 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 outlet, have the proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician . Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock . The conductor with
insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes 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 personnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the
pitching machine is properly grounded .
Extension Cords
U se only 3-wire 16 AWG or larger grounding type extension cords that have
3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the machine’s plug .
When using the machine at a considerable distance from a power source, use
an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the machine will draw .
An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss
of power and causing the motor to overheat . Only round jacketed cords listed by
Electrical