Sunex Tools 5000A - Page 9

5000A 9 rev. 11/04/13
Grounding
1. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in ac cor dance with all local codes and ordinances.
2. Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet. Have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
3. 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.
4. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
5. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
6.
For115VModels:
The tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in sketch A. The
tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adapter, which looks
like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a 1-pole receptacle as
shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear lug,
extending from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet
box.
Caution:
In Canada only the grounding shown in figure A is acceptable. The extension cords should
be CSA certified S.J.T. type or something better.
UseProperExtensionCord:
If necessary
use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that
accept the tool's plug.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Extension Cord Length Wire Size, A.W.G.
25 Feet 18
50 Feet 18
75 Feet 16
100 Feet 14
150 Feet 12