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only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to
an electrically “live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded 3.
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like
those in the following illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
3-Prong Plug and Outlet
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special 1.
double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with
the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the 2.
preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
EXTENSION CORDS
Grounded1. tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can
use either a two or three wire extension cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge 2.
extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a seri-
ous drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.
(See Table A.)
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For 3.
example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See Table A.)
When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure 4.
each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See Table A.)
If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate5. am-
peres and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.
(See Table A.)