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-6- G1148 15" Bandsaw
110V Operation
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
A 15-amp slow-blow fuse or circuit breaker
should be used on the 110V circuit this bandsaw
is connected to. Circuits rated any higher are not
adequate to protect the motor from power surges.
If you operate this sander on any circuit that is
already close to its capacity, it might blow a fuse
or trip a circuit breaker. However, if an unusual
load does not exist and a power failure still
occurs, contact a qualified electrician or our ser-
vice department.
Fusing
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with the Model G1148, make sure the cord is
rated Hard Service (grade S) or better. Refer to
the chart in the standard safety instructions to
determine the minimum gauge for the extension
cord. The extension cord must also contain a
ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or
replace extension cords when they become worn
or damaged.
Extension Cords
Grounding
This equipment must be grounded. Verify
that any existing electrical outlet and circuit
you intend to plug into is actually grounded.
If it is not, it will be necessary to run a sep-
arate 12 A.W.G. copper grounding wire from
the outlet to a known ground. Under no cir-
cumstances should the grounding pin from
any three-pronged plug be removed.
Serious injury may occur.
In the event of an electrical short, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance to disperse electric cur-
rent. This tool is equipped with a power cord hav-
ing an equipment-grounding conductor. See
Figure 1. The outlet must be properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
The Model G1148 is wired for 110V, single phase
operation only. The
3
⁄4 HP motor will safely draw
13 amps at 110V. The motor can also be run on
220V where it will draw 6.5 amps, however addi-
tional changes may be necessary to make this
work. See the Wiring Diagram near the back of
this manual for more information.
Figure 1. Grounded plug configuration.