Double Insulated ToolsOperating the Tool
"Tri-Control" Paddle Switch
? Double Insulation is a design concept used in
electric power tools which eliminates the needModels 1209 & 1214
for the three wire grounded power cord andThe "Tri-Control" Paddle Switch enables the
grounded power supply system. It is a recog-operator to control switch functions of "Lock-
OFF", "ON/OFF" and "Lock-ON".
nized and approved system by Underwriter?s
Laboratories, CSA and Federal OSHA authori-TO UNLOCK SWITCH
ties.AND TURN TOOL
"ON": Push the paddle
IMPORTANT: Servicing of a tool with10
lever 4 FORWARD
double insulation requires care and knowledge
toward the spindle just
of the system and should be performed only by
enough to allow the
a qualified service technician. WHEN SER-104
paddle lever to be
VICE IS REQUIRED USE ONLY IDENTI-
squeezed and activiate the switch.
CAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
TO SWITCH TOOL "OFF": Release pressure
POLARIZED PLUGS: If your tool is equipped
on the paddle lever. The switch is spring loaded
with a polarized plug (one blade is wider thanand will return to "OFF" position automatically.
the other), this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
The"Lock-ON" feature, incorporated into the
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
paddle switch, is a convenience for long
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
operations.
contact a qualified electrician to install the
TO LOCK SWITCH "ON": After switch has
proper outlet. To reduce the risk of electric
been activated, PUSH the paddle lever
shock do not change the plug in any way.
completely FORWARD and release pressure
on the paddle lever.
Extension CordsTO UNLOCK AND SWITCH TOOL "OFF":
Squeeze and then release the paddle lever. The
? Replace damaged cords immediately. Use ofswitch is spring loaded and will return to "OFF"
damaged cords can shock, burn or electrocute.position automatically.
? If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with
Slide On-Off Switch With Lock
adequate size conductors should be used to
(Models 1210 & 1215)
prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power
The tool is switched ?ON? by the switch button
or overheating. The table below shows the
located at the side of the motor housing. The
correct size to use, depending on cord length
switch can be locked in the ?ON? position, a
and amperage rating on the tool?s nameplate.
convenience for long grinding operations.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Always
To turn the tool ?ON? without locking it, slide
use U.L. and CSA listed extension cords.
the switch button 5 forward by applying pres-
Ampere Rating (shown on nameplate)
sure ONLY at the REAR portion of the button.
0-2.1- 3.5- 5.1- 7.1- 12.1-
When pressure is released the switch button
2.03.45.07.012.0 16.0
will snap to ?OFF? position.
25'181818181614
TO LOCK THE SWITCH ?ON?, slide the
50'181816161412
switch button forward and press ?IN? the
75'181816141210
FRONT portion.
100'1816141210
Cord Length
150'16141212 Wire GaugeTO UNLOCK THE SWITCH, simply press
and release the REAR portion of the button.
Switch is spring loaded and will snap back
Note: The smaller the gauge number, the larger
automatically.
the wire is in the cord.
WARNING! Hold the tool with both hands
while starting the tool, since torque from the
"SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"
motor can cause the tool to twist.
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