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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
1. All grounded, cord-connected tools:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is
equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into a matching outlet that is prop-
erly installed and grounded in accordance with all lo-
cal codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the
outlet; have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding con-
ductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The con-
ductor with insulation having an outer surface that is
green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the
electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service person-
nel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is
properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool’s plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
2. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating
less than 150 volts:
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Sketch A.
The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Sketch A. A temporary adapter, which
looks like the adapter illustrated in Sketches B and
C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole re-
ceptacle as shown in Sketch B if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should
be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be
installed by a qualified electrician.
(This adapter is
not permitted in Canada)
The green-colored rigid
ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must
be connected to a permanent ground such as a prop-
erly grounded outlet box.
3. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating
between 150 – 250 volts, inclusive:
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Sketch A.
The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Sketch A. Make sure the tool is con-
nected to an outlet having the same configuration as
the plug. No adapter is available or should be used
with this tool. If the tool must be reconnected for use
on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection
should be made by qualified service personnel; and
after reconnection, the tool should comply with all
local codes and ordinances.
4. Permanently connected tools:
This tool should be connected to a grounded metal
permanent wiring system; or to a system having an
equipment-grounding conductor.
