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G8297/G8298/G8299 Air Compressors
-5-
110V Operation
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with your compressor, 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 ground-
ed. If it is not, it will be necessary to run a
separate 12 A.W.G. copper grounding wire
from the outlet to a known ground. Under
no circumstances 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. These machines are equipped with power
cords having an equipment-grounding conductor.
See Figure 1. The outlet must be properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
This family of air compressors is wired for
110/120V, single phase operation only. The chart
below shows the maximum amperage draw and
recommended fusing level for each of the
machines.
Figure 1. Grounded plug configuration.
G8297
G8298
G8299 (2 Motors)
2.0
2.5
2.5
2.0
11
17
17
11
15
20
20
15
Model
Amperage
HP
Max
Fuse
It is generally best to operate a compressor on a
dedicated circuit, i.e. a circuit where there are no
other electrical appliances plugged in. The dual
motors on the G8299 should be plugged into sep-
arate circuits. The fuse requirements above
assume the use of a circuit breaker or a slow-
blow fuse. If an unusual load does not exist and
the compressor still breaks the circuit, contact a
qualified electrician or our service department.