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This machine is equipped:witha var able speed motor_ It
_ired for operation on 120V, 60Hz, alternating current.
CAUTION: A direct current motor is used in thisj
saw. Changes to the internal wiring will create a fire I
hazard and may also create a shock hazard. ]
For replacement motor and control board, refer to parts
list in this manual.
Connecting To Power Supply Outlet
If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way,
have it replaced immediately.
WARNING: if not properly grounded, this power tool
can cause an electrical shock, particularly when
used in damp locations close to plumbing. If an
electrical shock occurs there is potential of a sec-
ondary hazard, such as your hands contacting the
saw blade.
If you are not sure that your outlet, as pictured below, is
properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified electri-
cian.
WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the termi-
nals of plug when installing or removing the plug to
or from the outlet.
Plug power cord into a 120V properly grounded type out-
let.
If the outlet you are planning to use for the power tool is
of the 2-prong type, Do Not Remove Or Alter The
Grounding Prong In Any Manner. Use an adapter as
shown below and always connect the grounding tug to
known ground.
It is recommended that you have a qualified electrician
replace the TWO prong outlet with a properly grounded
THREE prong outlet.
Grounding Lug
Make Sure This Is
3-Prong _ Connected to a
Plug Known Ground
Your unitis for use on 120 volts and has a plug that looks
like the illustration below.
This power tool is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and
_[ounding type plug which has a grounding prong
_v
._proved by Underwriters' Laboratories. The ground
conductor has a green jacket and is attached to the tool
housing at one end and to the ground prong in the attach-
ment plug at the other end.
This plug requires a mating 3-conductor grounded type
outlet as shown.
Properly
Grounded
Outlet
--..,
0
3-Prong
Plug
U
Grounding
Prong
Adapter
,g
Receptacle
An adapter, as illustrated, is available for connecting
plugs to 2-prong receptacles.
I WARNING: green grounding lug extending from
The
the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as to a properly grounded outlet box.
Not all outlet boxes are properly grounded.
If you are not sure that your outlet box is properly
grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician.
NOTE: The adapter illustrated is for use only if you
already have a properly grounded 2-prong receptacle.
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power.
Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and 3-prong receptacles which
accept the tools plug.
Wire Sizes Required
Length of the (American Wire Gauge
Conductor
Number) 120V Lines
Up to 100 feet No. 16