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cal Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong
Plug.)
Double insulated equipment may be 2.
used in either of the 120 volt Outlets
shown in the preceding illustration.
(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)
Extension Cords
Double Insulated equipment can use 1.
either a two or three wire Extension
Cord.
As the distance from the supply Out-2.
let increases, you must use a heavier
gauge Extension Cord. Using Exten-
sion Cords with inadequately sized
wire causes a serious drop in voltage,
resulting in loss of power and pos-
sible equipment damage.
(See Table A.)
The smaller the gauge number of the 3.
wire, the greater the capacity of the
cord. For example, a 14 gauge Cord
can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge Cord. (See Table A.)
When using more than one Exten-4.
sion Cord to make up the total length,
make sure each Cord contains at
least the minimum wire size required.
(See Table A.)
If you are using one Extension Cord 5.
for more than one tool or equipment,
add the nameplate amperes and use
the sum to determine the required
minimum Cord size. (See Table A.)
Make sure the Extension Cord is 6.
properly wired and in good electrical
condition. Always replace a damaged
Extension Cord or have it repaired by
a qualied electrician before using it.
Protect the Extension Cords from 7.
sharp objects, excessive heat, and
damp or wet areas.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120/240 VOLT)
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(at full load)
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
25’
50’
75’
100’
150’
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
TABLE A
* Based on limiting the line
voltage drop to ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
Symbology
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
V~
Volts Alternating Current
A
Amperes
n
0
xxxx/min.
No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)