Extension Cords
1. Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use.
These extension cords are identified by a marking
"Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances: store indoors
while not in use." Use only extension cords having an
electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do
not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension cord
before using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse
extension cords and do not yank on any cord to disconnect.
Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges. Always
disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before
disconnecting the product from the extension cord.
2. WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all
connections dry and off the gound. Do not touch plug with
wet hands.
3. Gound Fault circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be
provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the
stripper. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI
protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
4. Use proper extension cord. Make sure your extension cord
is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use a cord heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage, resulting in loss power and overheating.
TABLE 1 below shows the correct size to use depending on
cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
NOTE:
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. 1 (B). The
tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
in Fig. 1 (A). The green-colored rigid prongs extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
FIGURE 1
(A)
GROUNDING PIN
TABLE 1
Volts
120V
Ampere Rating
240V
More Not More
Than
Than
0
6
6
10
10
12
12
16
NOTE: When using an extension cord, ensure all cords are no
smaller than #12 gauge, rated at a 20-amp minimum, and
equipped with 3-prong plugs. Using anything smaller may
result in overheating, loss of power or burn out of the motor.
METAL
SCREW
(B)
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
Total length of cord in feet
25ft.
50ft.
100ft. 150ft.
50ft. 100ft. 200ft. 300ft.
AWG
18
16
16
18
16
14
16
16
14
Not
14
12
Recommended
Tool Specific Safety Instructions
1. WEAR SAFETY EYE GLASSES, ear protection, work gloves
and safety shoes while operating the floor stripper. DO NOT
WEAR sandals, soft shoes or open-toe shoes
2. DISCONNECT THE ELECTRIC POWER CORD before changing
stripper blades or making adjustments to the stripper.
3. DO NOT USE THE STRIPPER IN STANDING WATER OR
PUDDLES. Electric shock can occur.
4. FOLLOW ALL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS and use of extension cords.
5. AVOID HITTING NAILS and other metal objects.
6. DO NOT LEAVE STRIPPER UNATTENDED unless the machine
is turned off and the power cord disconnected.
Assembly of the Stripper
1. Remove all parts from the box. Allen hex wrenches are included
for all socket cap bolts used on the stripper machine.
2. Set the motor/blade holder unit (a) upright on solid surface.
Attach the red lower Handle Unit (B) to the upright plate at the
rear of the Motor Unit (A) with four socket cap bolts, lock
washers, and nuts supplied. Tighten the bolts securely with the
hex wrench. For future reference, not that this lower handle can
be adjusted up or down to suit the operator's preference.
3. Lay the upper (silver) handle assembly (c) down, so the leg with
the holes drilled through is to the left, as it appears in the
drawing. Slide the switch box (D) on to the right leg with the
rocker switch facing up, or it can be mounted on the left leg if
you prefer the switch to be in the center.
4. Slide the upper (silver handle assembly (C) into the lower (red)
handle tubes (B).
5. Tighten the switch locking screw (E). Plug the electric cord
from the switch into the motor cord. Set the handle height at
a desired level, and secure it with the pin on the left leg, and
tighten the screw (F) on the right side. Note the pin on the left
side secures the handle at 1-1/2'' increments up and down.
A clip on the right handle leg secures the power cord.
6. For transportation, the handle may be removed easily.
Remove the pin, loosen the right hand screw (F) and unplug
the electric cord.
14
(B)
12
12
Handle Adjustment
The handle adjusts up and down to provide comfortable
settings. On the left Handle Tube, there is a Locking Pin which
engages holes in the inside (silver) handle tube. The Holes are
spaced at 1-1/2'' increments. It is recommended that the screw
lock on the right handle tube be tightened after the desired
height is selected. This will provide maximum security of the
Handle assembly.
(A)
(D)
(F)
(E)
(C)