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G7945/46 Radial Drill Press -5-
110V Operation
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
A 10-amp fuse or circuit breaker should be used
when fusing this drill press. Circuits breakers
rated any higher may not be adequate to protect
the circuit from power surges.
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with the Model G7945/7946, 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.
Extension Cords
Grounding
In the event of an electrical short, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing
electric current a path of least resistance. This
tool is equipped with a power cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor. See Figure 1.
The outlet must be properly installed and ground-
ed in accordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
The Model G7945/46 is wired for 110V, single
phase operation only. The
1
⁄2 HP motor will safely
draw 5 amps at 110V. If you operate this machine
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 elec-
trician or our service department.
Figure 1. Typical 110V 3-prong plug and outlet.
Figure 1A. Do not remove grounding pin.
This equipment must be
grounded. Verify that any
existing electrical outlet
and circuit you intend to
plug into is actually
grounded. Under no cir-
cumstances should the
grounding pin from any
three-pronged plug be
removed or serious injury
may occur.