How big does the extension cord need to be? Any thoughts?
472366
Actually, 100' of 12 gauge (OUTDOOR!) extension cord can safely carry 12 A at 120VAC. So if you have a single 75' 12-gauge 3-wire outdoor extension cord (75' is rare in the US), it would handle it, even as it gets older. But for legal (and safety) reasons I have to tell you not to mix two cords together (say, a 50' and a 25'). I actually use a 100' 12-gauge for up to about 15-Amps, but for something that is intermittent - like an electric weed-eater. But I checked the numbers and 12-gauge constant is fine for the 12-Amps that this blower should draw.
1163750
I gave that to a friend to use and told her I might borrow. I called her and she has no idea how long but says she does use an extension cord when she uses. Didn't offer to go measure :))
229563
Just read the instructions and they do not say anything about not to use an extension cord. Of course, it should be an outside cord.
1229434
Should be longer enough to reach. It sounds like you have the same setup that I do and I had enough cord to hook up
283454
If I'm not mistaken it's 3 feet long. If it's too short of course you can get a USB extension cord.
1179881
If you like I can get back to you with the size. But off the top of my head it is about 4 to 5 inches long and about two and a half inches in diameter. I used it with heavy outdoor extension cord cables purchased also on amazon ( woods 0260 8ft black exension cord) it works great. As a matter effect I spray painted mine flat black to match the black cables for myvoutdoor Bistro lights. Let me know if this helps.
1235931
Wire size depends on the length but 12/2 with ground should be adequate. I do not recommend use of an extension cord.
1982421
Not very long maybe 3 feet. If you use an extension cord make sure its is rated for appliance use.
2058388
An extension cord is necessary because the cord is so short. The product only lasted for about a month, and then it ceased to operate. I purchased another product from another source. and it is still operating!
1969137
Should be long enough. Was for mine. Only thing I would recommend is getting some shielding for the cord as it is like a lamp cord.
1062737
less than 12", you need an extension cord. Buy the 100 foot cord they offer you for under $30, it's a good deal and it lets you cover a lot of ground, just be careful not to run over it and cut it or you will be needing electrical tape to splice it back together!
1740896
Extension cord . . . . is there an alternative? I suppose you could get a generator out there.....
1187843
I do use a short extension cord. I don't have it anymore. It's not very durable. It started coming apart.
964980
The cord is not very long, maybe 3 or 4 feet. I used with a 3-prong 10ft extension cord to reach across my patio. The instructions don't warn against this, but it does say you should use a dedicated outlet. (meaning only plug this in by itself, and not have other things connected to the outlet.)
591927
i think about 4 feet you can purchase cord extensions on Amazon if you wish
1510147
The cord for this was only 6 feet long, which is why I returned it and ordered a similar setup with a 15-foot cord. The cord for this is attached to the unit. Just think of it as an extension cord with a really big female plug end on it.
2209418
There's only a 6" long cord. You are suppose to connect your extension cord to it