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WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drill-
ing, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and
3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. When using a power tool at a
considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy
enough to carry the current that the tool 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. Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum
wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by
Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.
**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-1 2.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25’ 16 16 16 16 14 14
50’ 16 16 16 14 14 12
100’ 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
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When tool is used outdoors, use an extension cord that is designed for outdoor
use. This is indicated by the letters “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or
worn insulation.
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