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Use of Extension Cords with Task light
Only use a grounded extension cord that is rated at least
12amps and has a third-wireground.
When a long extension cord is used to connect a task light
or tool, a voltage drop occurs. The longer the cord, the
greater the voltage drop. This results in less voltage being
supplied to the task light or tool and increases the amount
of current (amp) draw or reduces performance. A heavier
cord with a larger wire size will reduce the voltage drop. Be
sure to choose a cord that will supply enough voltage to
operate your tool and/or task light.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Keep extension cord
connection dry and off theground.
WARNING: Keep electrical cords in good condition.
Do not use worn, bare, or frayed cords because they
can cause electricalshock.
WARNING: Operating equipment at low voltage
can cause it to overheat. Using an excessively long
extension cord can cause the cord tooverheat.
For more information about extension cord size
requirements, refer to the Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
chart found under Important Safety Instructions for the
Battery Charger.
Additional Safety Information
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicalsare:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treatedlumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing
dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may
promote absorption of harmfulchemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/
or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
away from face andbody.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)
during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearingloss.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side
on a stable surface where it will not cause a
tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large
battery packs will stand upright on the battery pack
but may be easily knockedover.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in movingparts.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller
the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity
of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18
gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using
more than one extension to make up the total length,
be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
(meters)
120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating
American Wire Gauge
More
Than
Not
More
Than
0 6 18 16 16 14
610 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:
V.........................volts
Hz .......................hertz
min.....................minutes
or DC......direct current
......................Class I Construction
(grounded)
…/min..............per minute
BPM....................beats per minute
IPM.....................impacts per minute
RPM....................revolutions per
minute
sfpm ...................surface feet per
minute
SPM....................strokes per minute
A.........................amperes
W........................watts
or AC........... alternating current
or AC/DC....alternating or
direct current
......................Class II
Construction
(double insulated)
no.......................no load speed
n.........................rated speed
......................earthing terminal
.....................safety alert symbol
.....................visible radiation
