EL E C TR I CA L I N S T R UC TI ONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THESE VACUUMS MUST BE GROUNDED. If a vacuum should malfunction or stop working,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current, thereby reducing the risk
of electrical shock. This unit is equipped with a cord that has an equipment-grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted in an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Cutting
off the ground wire or using a cord that is not equipped with a ground plug will void the
warranty on the unit, and Triple S will accept NO liability associated with the unit.
WARNING
The vacuum cleaner in this manual is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a
grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adaptor that
looks like the adaptor illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to connect this plug to
a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The
temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (sketch A) can be
installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.
Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by the Canadian
Electrical Code.
For Canada – This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounded
attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. Make sure that the vacuum
is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adaptor should be
used with the vacuum detailed in this manual.
GROUNDED
OUTLET
GROUNDING
sketch A
(A)
PIN
4
I N T R O D U C T I O N
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding connec-
tor conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service person if you doubt
that the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the vacuum. If it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
sketch B
Figure F
ADAPTER
METAL
SCREW
GROUNDING SCREW
(B)
Figure G
Owner's Manual
TAB FOR
sketch C
(C)