Introduction - RIDGID AM2500 Owner's Manual

Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements
(continued)
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of
3-Prong Plug
Properly
electric shock. The conductor with insula-
Grounded
tion having an outer surface that is green
3-Prong Outlet
with or without yellow stripes is the equip-
ment grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is
Grounding
necessary, do not connect the equipment-
Prong
grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Make sure this
A temporary adapter may be used to con-
Is Connected
nect this plug to a 2-pole outlet, as shown,
to a Known
Grounding Lug
if a properly grounded outlet is not avail-
Ground
able. This temporary adapter should be
used only until a properly grounded outlet
3-Prong
can be installed by a qualified electrician. Plug
The green colored rigid ear, lug and the
like, extension from the adapter must be
2-Prong
connected to a permanent ground such
Outlet
as a properly grounded outlet box.
Adapter
NOTE: The adapter illustrated is for use
only if you already have a properly
grounded 2 prong receptacle.
NOTE: In Canada the use of a temporary
adapter is not permitted by the Canadian
Electrical Code.

Introduction

Air Movers are designed to mover large
volumes of air. They are used to dry wet
carpets, floors and furniture. They may
also be used for ventilation.
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