_
f an extension
cord
is
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.
RECOMMENDED
SIZES OF EXTENSION
CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING
CURRENT
TOOLS
Tool's
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Ampere
Cord Lengthin Feet
Rating
25
50
100 150
3-6
18
18
18
14
6-8
18
16
14
12
8-10
18
16
14
12
10-12
16
16
14
12
12-16
14
12
Wire Sizes in mm2
Cord Length in Meters
15
30
60
120
0,75 0.75 1.5
2.5
0.75 1.0 2.5
4.0
0.75 1.0 2.5
4.0
1.0 2.5 4.0
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* Blade
* Wrench
** Rip Fence
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
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