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ELECTRICAL
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(WHEN USING 120 V ONLY)
Amp Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
More Than Not More Than 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m) 100' (30.4 m)
0 6 18 16 16
6 10 18 16 14
10 12 16 16 14
12 16 14 12
Not Recommended
WARNING
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught
on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use the product
with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in
serious injury.
**Ampere rating (on product data plate)
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
Fig. 1
NOTE : AWG = American Wire Gauge
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