8
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
(Continued from Previous Page)
Make the following checks and perform the service
required before each start-up.
WARNING
DO NOT use an electrical extension cord that is
damaged. A damaged electrical extension cord could
cause a shock or fire. Thoroughly inspect electrical
extension cord before using machine. If cord is
damaged, do not use and do not operate machine.
Replace damaged cord immediately. Contact your
SNAPPER service dealer for assistance. To reduce
the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension
cord intended for outdoor use having a cord type:
SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A or
SJTOW-A.
3.1.7. Check and make sure extension cord is in
good condition. Extension cord should not have any
broken insulation or exposed wires. Use an
extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the
correct amount of current to the machine. See
Figure 3.3 for correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge cord.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD SETS
120 Volt
Total Length of Cord in Feet
Rating - Amps
25 ft.
50 ft.
100 ft. 150 ft.
More
Than
Not More
Than
A.W.G.
0
6 18 16 16 14
6
10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14
12
Not
Recommended
FIGURE 3.3
3.1.8. Check the AC electrical outlet that will be
used and make sure it is a polarized outlet. The
machine has a polarized plug (one blade of plug is
wider than the other blade) that will accept a
polarized extension cord. The extension cord will fit
into a polarized outlet (receptacle) only one way. If
plug does not fit fully into your outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install a proper polarized outlet. DO
NOT modify or change this polarized plug in any
way.
IMPORTANT! Electric Start Kit optional
accessory on some models.
