Craftsman 316.34107 - Manual (Page 6)

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS (CONT’D)
• CORD SETS: Make sure your cord set is in good condi-
tion, with a cord that is heavy enough to carry the cur-
rent that your unit will draw. An undersized cord set will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power,
as well as overheating. The table shown below illus-
trates the correct size to use depending on the cord
length and nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier size line gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord. To prevent the cord from
disconnecting from the unit, use the cord hook shown in
the
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that will be used
for the unit. Use receptacles with built-in GFCI protec-
tion for an extra measure of safety.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit
in damp or wet conditions. Moisture is a shock hazard.
• Inspect all extension cords and the unit power connection
periodically. Look closely for deterioration, cuts or cracks
in the insulation. Also inspect the connections for dam-
age. Repair or replace the cords if any defects appear.
• Do not handle the plug or the unit with wet hands.
• Examine the electrical switches. Do not use the chain
saw if the switches do not properly turn on and off. Do
not attempt to make any repairs to the electric switches.
Take your saw to a Sears or other qualified service deal-
er.
• Keep the cord away from the cutting area and to posi-
tion cord so that it will not be caught on branches, and
the like, during cutting.
• This electric powered saw is classified accroding to
CAN/CSA Z62.1-03 as a Class 2C saw. It is intended for
infrequent use by homeowner’s, cottagers and campers,
and for such general applications such as clearing,
pruning, cutting firewood, etc. It is not intended for pro-
longed use. If the intended use involves prolonged peri-
ods of operation, this may cause circulatory problems in
the user’s hands due to vibration. It may be appropriate
to use a saw having an anti-vibration feature.
Minimum Gauge Wire
Saw Model
Ampere
Rating
Volts AC
Length of Power Cord
25 ft. / 7.5m 50 ft. / 15m 100 ft. / 30m
34107 13.5 110 / 120 16 Gauge 16 Gauge 14 Gauge