RIKON Power Tools 23-400H - Manual (Page 5)

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THIS SYMBOL DESIGNATES
THAT THIS TOOL IS LISTED BY
THE INTERTEK TESTING SER-
VICES, TO UNITED STATES AND
CANADIAN STANDARDS.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE
IS NOT RECOMMENDED. FOR BEST POWER AND
SAFETY, PLUG THE PLANER DIRECTLY INTO A
DEDICATED GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET
THAT IS WITHIN THE SUPPLIED CORD LENGTH OF
THE MACHINE.
IF AN EXTENSION CORD NEEDS TO BE USED, IT
SHOULD ONLY BE FOR LIMITED OPERATION OF
THE PLANER. THE EXTENSION CORD SHOULD BE
AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE IN LENGTH, AND HAVE A
MINIMUM GAUGE SIZE OF 14AWG.
USE ONLY A 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS
THE PROPER TYPE OF A 3-PRONG GROUNDING
PLUG THAT MATCHES THE MACHINE'S 3-PRONG
PLUG AND ALSO THE 3-POLE RECEPTACLE THAT
ACCEPTS THE TOOL’S PLUG. *
Check extension cords before
each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never
use a tool with a damaged cord, since touching the
damaged area could cause electrical shock, resulting
in serious injury.
Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords listed by
Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords
can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of
power and overheating of tool. When operating a power
tool outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked
“W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
Keep the extension cord clear
of the working area. Position the cord so that it will
not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions
while you are working with a power tool.
* Canadian electrical codes require extension cords
to be certified SJT type or better.
** The use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable.
DO NOT MODIFY ANY PLUG. If it will not fit the elec-
trical receptacle, have the proper electrical receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.
IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the
equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of
electric shock. The conductor with the green insulation
(with or without yellow stripes) is the equipment ground-
ing conductor. DO NOT connect the equipment ground-
ing conductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement
of the electric cord or plug is necessary.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel
if you do not completely understand the grounding
instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly
grounded when installing or replacing a plug.
REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD
IMMEDIATELY.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a 220
volt electrical receptacle. FIGURE A shows the type of
the 220v, 3-wire electrical plug and electrical receptacle
that has a grounding conductor that is required.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAK-
DOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance
for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock.
This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an
equipment grounding conductor and requires a ground-
ing plug (not included). The plug MUST be plugged into
a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and
ordinances.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
THIS TOOL REQUIRES THE INSTALLATION OF A 220V
PLUG (NOT INCLUDED), AND MUST BE GROUNDED
WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
FIG. A
Sample of 220 volt plug required for this machine.
EXTENSION CORDS
Consult a qualified
electrician if the
distance of the
machine from the
electrical panel is
greater than 30 feet.