Jet jwbs-18qt ユーザーガイド
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Grounding Instructions
This machine must be
grounded while in use to protect the operator
from electric shock.
from electric shock.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This machine is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This machine is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit
the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
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 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 to a
live terminal.
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 to a
live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if in doubt as to
whether the tool is properly grounded. Use only
three wire extension cords that have three-prong
grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles that
accept the tool’s plug.
personnel if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if in doubt as to
whether the tool is properly grounded. Use only
three wire extension cords that have three-prong
grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles that
accept the tool’s plug.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately.
immediately.
Model JWBS-18QT
Model JWBS-18QT Band Saw has a 1-3/4 HP 1
phase motor and is wired from the factory for
115 volt operation, but can be rewired for 220
volts.
phase motor and is wired from the factory for
115 volt operation, but can be rewired for 220
volts.
115 Volt Operation
The JWBS-18QT Band Saw comes equipped
with a plug that looks like A, Fig. 1. and is used
in an outlet that looks like B, Fig. 1. A temporary
adapter with a grounding ear secured with a
screw (C, Fig. 1) may be used to connect this
plug to a two-pole receptacle if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should only be used until a properly
grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified
electrician. This adapter is not applicable in
Canada. The green colored grounding ear, lug,
or tab, extending from the adapter, must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a
with a plug that looks like A, Fig. 1. and is used
in an outlet that looks like B, Fig. 1. A temporary
adapter with a grounding ear secured with a
screw (C, Fig. 1) may be used to connect this
plug to a two-pole receptacle if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should only be used until a properly
grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified
electrician. This adapter is not applicable in
Canada. The green colored grounding ear, lug,
or tab, extending from the adapter, must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box, as shown in
C, Fig. 1.
C, Fig. 1.
Figure 1
230 Volt Operation
To convert the JWBS-18QT from 120V to 230V,
single phase operation, the following is strongly
recommended:
single phase operation, the following is strongly
recommended:
Contact your local Authorized JET Service
Center or qualified electrician for proper
procedures to install the plug. The band saw
must comply with all local and national codes
after the 230V plug is installed.
Center or qualified electrician for proper
procedures to install the plug. The band saw
must comply with all local and national codes
after the 230V plug is installed.
The 115V attachment plug supplied with the
band saw (C, Fig. 2) must be replaced with a
UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation
(D, Fig. 2).
band saw (C, Fig. 2) must be replaced with a
UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation
(D, Fig. 2).
The band saw with a 230V plug should only be
connected to an outlet having the same
configuration (D, Fig. 2). No adapter is available
or should be used with the 230V plug.
connected to an outlet having the same
configuration (D, Fig. 2). No adapter is available
or should be used with the 230V plug.
Important: In all cases (115 or 230 volts), make
certain the receptacle in question is properly
grounded. If you are not sure, have a registered
electrician check the receptacle.
certain the receptacle in question is properly
grounded. If you are not sure, have a registered
electrician check the receptacle.
Figure 2