Makita GA7911 Instruction Manual page 4

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
ALL GROUNDED, CORD-CONNECTED TOOLS: In the event of a malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current t o
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord hav-
ing an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accord-
ance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided -if it
will
not fit the outlet, have the proper out-
let installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment.-grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is
green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect
the equipment-grounding conductor t o a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if in doubt as t o whether the tool is properly
grounded.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the
one illustrated in Figure A. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in Figure A. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illus-
trated in Figure
B
and C, may be used t o connect this plug t o a 2-pole receptacle
as shown in Figure
B
if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should be used only
until
a properly grounded outlet can be installed by
a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, etc. extending from the
adapter must be connected t o a permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box.
GROUNDING METHODS
FIG. A FIG. 0 FIG. C
L
Cover of Grounded
-
Outlet Box
Grounding Pin
4
Grounding
Means