Section 2: Circuit Requirements - Grizzly G1140 Owner's Manual

SEctiON 2: ciRcuit REQuiREMENtS

Serious personal injury could occur if you
connect the machine to power before com-
pleting the setup process. DO NOt connect
the machine to the power until instructed
later in this manual.
Electrocution or fire could
result if machine is not
grounded and installed in
compliance with electrical
codes. compliance MuSt
be verified by a qualified
electrician!
NOTICE
the Model G1140/G1531 is prewired for
220v. if you plan to operate the machine
at 110v, the motor must be rewired (see
pages 41 & 42) and a 110v switch must be
installed.
full Load Amperage Draw
this machine draws the following amps under
maximum load:
amp draw at 110V ................................ 16 amps
amp draw at 220V (prewired) ................ 8 amps
power Supply circuit Requirements
you Must connect your machine to a grounded
circuit that is rated for the amperage given below.
never replace a circuit breaker on an existing cir-
cuit with one of higher amperage without consult-
ing a qualified electrician to ensure compliance
with wiring codes. if you are unsure about the
wiring codes in your area or you plan to con-
nect your machine to a shared circuit, consult
a qualified electrician.
Minimum Circuit size (110V) .................. 20 amps
Minimum Circuit size (220V) ................. 15 amps
g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander
power connection Device
the type of plug required to connect your machine
to power depends on the type of service you cur-
rently have or plan to install. We recommend
using one of the plugs shown in figure 1.
figure 1. recommended plug types.
Extension cords
using extension cords may reduce the life of the
motor. instead, place the machine near a power
source. if you must use an extension cord:
• For 110V, use at least a 12 gauge cord that
does not exceed 50 feet in length.
• For 220V, use at least a 14 gauge cord that
does not exceed 50 feet in length.
• the extension cord must have a ground wire
and plug pin.
5-20 plug & outlet
for 110V
6-15 plug & outlet
for 220V
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