Grounding Instructions; Ground Methods - Makita PLANER 2040 Instruction Manual

3LTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool t o a power source (receptacle,
Itlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the
m e p l a t e of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified
)r the tool can result
in
SERIOUS INJURY t o the user
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as well as damage t o
le tool. I f in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with
oltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful t o the motor.
;ROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
\LL GROUNDED, CORD-CONNECTED
TOOLS: In
the event of a malfunction or
Breakdown, giounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current t o
educe the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having
a n equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
ilugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in ac-
zordance w i t h all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided-if it
will not f i t the outlet, have the proper
outlet 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 w i t h 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 w i t h 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
illustrated in Figure B and C, may be used to 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.
B
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FIG. C
Groundibg Pin
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Grounding
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