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Grounding
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Grounding WARNING To prevent electric shock 2. and death from incorrect grounding wire connection: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never 3. remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified 4. electrician. Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool's grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically "live" terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the preceding illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) Grounding the Dust Collector hose. The extraction system of Dust Collectors, this includes pipes and hose, must be grounded to ensure there is no explosion. Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs 3-Prong Plug and Outlet 1. Tools marked with "Grounding Required" have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. Outlets for 2-Prong Plug The plug must be connected to a 1. Tools marked "Double Insulated" properly grounded outlet. If the tool do not require grounding. They should electrically malfunction or have a special double insulation break down, grounding provides a system which satisfies OSHA low resistance path to carry electricity requirements and complies with the away from the user, reducing the risk applicable standards of Underwriters SKU 97869 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 6