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If an extension cord is
WARNING
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable
of carrying the current necessary for your
tool must be used. This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavi-
er the cord.
* Blade
* Wrench
** Rip Fence
Accessories
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Tool's
Ampere
Cord Length in Feet
Rating
25
3-6
18
6-8
18
8-10
18
10-12
16
12-16
14
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
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Wire Sizes in mm
Cord Length in Meters
50
100 150
15
30
60
16
16
14
0.75 0.75 1.5
16
14
12
0.75 1.0 2.5
16
14
12
0.75 1.0 2.5
16
14
12
1.0 2.5 4.0
12
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120
2.5
4.0
4.0
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