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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
product must be used. This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded products must use
3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
plugs and receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.
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RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT PRODUCTS
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Product's
Ampere
Cord Length in Feet
Rating
25
50
100 150
3-6
18
16
16
14
6-8
18
16
14
12
8-10
18
16
14
12
10-12
16
16
14
12
12-16
14
12
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Wire Sizes in mm
Cord Length in Meters
15
30
60
120
.75 .75 1.5
2.5
.75 1.0 2.5
4.0
.75 1.0 2.5
4.0
1.0 2.5 4.0
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