SuperMax 810650 - Extension Cords

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NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric
Code.
In all cases, make certain that the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If
you are not sure, have a qualified electrician check the receptacle.
EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and
is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle
which will accept the machine’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage,
resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. C, shows the correct gauge to use depending on
the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY
ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere
Rating
Volts
Total Length of
Cord in Feet
Gauge of
Extension Cord
0-6
0-6
0-6
0-6
120
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
50-100
100-150
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
6-10
6-10
6-10
6-10
120
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
50-100
100-150
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
10-12
10-12
10-12
10-12
120
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
50-100
100-150
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
12-16
12-16
12-16
120
120
120
up to 25
25-50
14 AWG
12 AWG
GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT
RECOMMENDED
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
LONGEST OF 3 BLADES
GROUNDING MEANS
ADAPTER
Fig. A
Fig. B
Fig. C