18. Confirm that the Rotation Switch is in the OFF position.
19. Run the cord along the clear path. With dry hands, plug the Drain
Cleaner into a properly grounded outlet. Keep all connections dry and off
the ground.
20. If the power cord is not long enough, use an extension cord that is in
good condition and has a three prong plug similar to the one supplied on
the Drain Cleaner. Keep the connection off the ground to prevent it from
accidentally getting wet.
21. Also verify that the extension cord is rated for outdoor use and
contains a W or W-A in the cord designation (i.e. SOW).
22. Verify the extension cord has sufficient wire size (16 AWG for 50' or
less, 14 AWG for 50' – 100' long). Undersized wires can overheat,
melting the insulation or causing a fire or other damage.
23. When using an extension cord, the GFCI on the Drain Cleaner does
not protect the extension cord. If the outlet is not GFCI protected, use a
plug-in type GFCI between the outlet and the extension cord. This will
reduce the risk of shock if there is a fault in the extension cord.
Power Feed Operation
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TWISTED OR BROKEN
CABLES, CABLE ENDS WHIPPING AROUND, MACHINE TIPPING,
CHEMICAL BURNS, INFECTIONS, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND OTHER
CAUSES:
Follow operating instructions for your model explicitly.
Since drains likely contain hazardous chemicals or bacteria, wear
appropriate protective equipment, such as:
• ANSI-approved splash-resistant safety goggles and respirator under face
shield.
• Latex, rubber or other liquid barrier gloves under heavy-duty LEATHER
work gloves. Do not use a glove you are not currently wearing or a rag to
hold the rotating cable. Cloth materials can get wrapped around the
moving cable, leading to serious personal injury. Before use, inspect
gloves to be sure they are free of defects or loose sections that could get
caught in Drain Cleaner.
• Rubber soled, non-slip shoes to help prevent slipping and electric shock.
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