Extension Cords
Using extension cords is not recommended. The use of extension cords will
cause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and overheating.
Instead of using an extension cord, increase the working reach of the air hose
by attaching another length of hose to its end. Attach additional lengths of
hose as needed.
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
• a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the product
in good condition
no longer than 50 feet
12 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as gauge number decreas-
es. 10 AWG and 8 AWG may also be used. DO NOT USE14OR16
AWG.)
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to the specification chart for the voltage and minimum branch circuit
requirements.
_ Certain air compressors can be operated on a 15 amp cir-
cuit if the following conditions are met.
1. Voltage supply to circuit must comply with the National Electrical Code.
2. Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical needs.
3. Extension cords comply with specifications.
4. Circuit is equipped with a 15 amp circuit breaker or 15 amp time delay
fuse. NOTE: If compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses,
use only time delay fuses. Time delay fuses should be marked "D" in
Canada and "T" in the US.
If any of the above conditions cannot be met, or if operation of the compressor
repeatedly causes interruption of the power, it may be necessary to operate it
from a 20 amp circuit. It is not necessary to change the cord set.
120/240 Dual Voltage Motor
This model has a dual voltage motor, 120 and 240 volt. It is wired for 120 volt
but can be converted to 240 volt operation. Instructions for connecting the
motor for operation at 240 volt can be found printed on the label attached to
the side of the motor.
When converting to 240V operation, the attached three=
prong 120V cord assembly must be replaced with a three-
pronged 240V cord assembly (K=0080} that can be purchased through a
Authorized Service Center.
120 Volt Plug 240 Volt Plug
13- ENG A10260
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