How long of extension cord can be used? Garden a ways from home. Will 2 heavy extension cords 100' long be o.k.?
851708
Yes - I used a 100 ft cord - be very careful to keep the cord away from the "tillers"
851709
I use a 100ft 14 gauge extension cord. It not been an issue. An alternaive to an extension cord would to use protable generator. I have done that as well. This is a great little tiller for the price.
851710
We used our green works tiller the other day with a 100 ft cord and it worked just fine going through the grass and dirt. It shoud work fine. Remember to keep cord away from tillers.
851711
I had no problem using a 100 foot cord. Remember, the till will eat the cord if not careful...
1705315
Not real long. Approx 18 inches or so. Typical placement would generally be at the elect outlet anyway. You generally would not have normal use by plugging extension cord into the outlet but instead would plug timer device info the outlet and then plug extension cord into the timer to feed whatever you have intended to be controlled by the timer.
225852
I use a 100 ft extension cord, no problems with over heating. The cord I use, would be considered heavy duty, but not the most expensive brand. Use something that you could run a circular saw or similar type of products.
1940696
Short. Just over two feet. And if you need to use an extension cord, it can't be a standard one, you'll need a heavy duty grounded cord (the shorter the better) rated for this amount of current.
343313
We bought our own extension cord. I think the one that comes with it is not too long.
1242323
About 4ft, I believe, but I have not measured it because it is long enough for most setups. Do not use an extension cord as the unit draws too many amps and the cords/plugs get too hot. I had to create a cord using 12/3 heavy electric cable with a heavy plug on one end and an outlet box on the other end for safe operation. I bought the cable and ends at the local home improvement store. The cable is sold by the foot, so you can make the length you need.
1812822
I like this one, but it might be overkill... Yellow Jacket 2806 10/3 Heavy-Duty 15-Amp SJTW Contractor Extension Cord with Lighted End, 100-Feet
1645326
My husband connects two 50 foot heavy duty extension cords together. He has had no problems with the cords or reaching his plants. On occasion we add a 3rd smaller cord to reach the end piece which we trim occasionally.
591007
Hello Wendy, I use an standard outdoor extension cord for light duty. I have heavier outside cords but they're not as easy to maneuver when trying to make sure I don't run it over. Home Depot, Lowe's or even Walmart will carry the cord.
2159257
You can use an extension cord but it needs to be the proper size. I think the book gives the specs. If not, they can be found on the minnkota website. I'm think my extension cord is 12 gauge 3 wire grounded because I wanted a 100 foot cord. A shorter extension can be a smaller gauge.
1388726
If you are going to use an extension cord get a good thick gauge one. A cheap thin cord would probably provide too much resistance.
1677749
The extension cord should be rated for outdoors SJTW and 14 gauge or higher. For lengths of 100 ft I would use 12 gauge. The extension cord will plug into a standard 15 amp, 110 volt recepticle.
1737854
cord is too long... i didn't measure it but it's definitely multiple-feet long. it might be convenient for at home if you want to watch tv or hook it up to the computer/keyboard or something. but it's not practical going outside with all that cord!
1158562
The cord is not too long about 4 to 5 feet. If you decide to use an extension cord make sure it is a heavy duty cord with at least 12 guage wire.
1678068
The cord is about 4-5 feet in length. it is long enough to reach the ground. But you will still need to getan outdoor extension cord as well. Buy a green one so that it doesn't stand out in your yard!
2218020
i don't know...but we use it to roll-up a 100 ft. heavy duty (orange) extension cord...with ease. We love it...we have two.
1876157
That would be nice. But, no. You will need a good quality outdoor extension chord. I would suggest 100 ft.