Coleman Cable 01489 14/3 Insulated Outdoor Extension Cord with Lighted End, 100-Foot

by Coleman Cable

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Coleman Cable 01489 100-foot 125-volt 14-gauge solar extension cord is an all-purpose outdoor extension cord that keeps its flexibility in temperatures as low as -67 degrees Fahrenheit. Because it is 30 percent lighter than similar cords, it's easy to handle than similar cords, and it's also resistant to oils, grease, and chemicals as well as flame, water, sunlight, weather, tears, and punctures. This 125-volt, 13 Amp cord features 14 gauge wire, with three conductors, and is designed for most operating most appliances and power tools. For a safer work site and reliable power, this cord is UL listed and OSHA-approved extension cord.

From the Manufacturer

An all-purpose outdoor extension cord that stays flexible even under the most extreme temperature conditions, Coleman Cable's Polar Solar Extension Cord offers reliable power when you need it the most. The Polar Solar won't freeze up even in temperatures down to -67 degrees F. And this feature didn't require any added weight. In fact, the Solar Polar is 30 percent lighter than other cords in its class. Not only does it stand up to hot and cold weather, it's resistant to oils, grease, and chemicals as well as flame, water, sunlight, weather, tears, and punctures. For a safer worksite and reliable power, you can't beat this UL listed, OSHA-approved extension cord.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 15 x 6 x 3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000225BP
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1489
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #65,388 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars purchase with caution, January 10, 2006

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Indifferent Knievel (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Coleman Cable 01489 14/3 Insulated Outdoor Extension Cord with Lighted End, 100-Foot (Tools & Home Improvement)

Like the other reviewer, I bought this to use with my toro powercurve snowblower. It worked fine except the female end of the extension cord never fit properly with the toro's male connector. The connector blocks are entirely molded which seems to be a good idea for water/weatherproofing, but it was just too big. I had to jam them together and it frequently disconnected. (I was using the toro's cord lock system properly).

Anyway, I tried it out this fall with a toro electric vac/blower, and had the same problem, only this time I ended up with some melted plastic and some really nasty smelling smoke. It turns out that the connectors inside the female end of this cord are placed very far back into the molded block and there was very little surface area of actual plug contact, which led to the problem. (I was using the cord lock correctly with this one, too).

It could just be an issue with toro electric power tools but just be aware. Other than that, seemed to be a pretty decent cord - didn't kink a lot and I ran over it a couple of times with the snowblower and I'm still here writing this, so it's fairly tough as well... Can't give it more than 3 stars because of the odd female plug design.

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Extension Cord, January 23, 2005

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Jack O'brien - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Coleman Cable 01489 14/3 Insulated Outdoor Extension Cord with Lighted End, 100-Foot (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this Extension cord to work with my Toro 38025 1800 Power Curve Snow Thrower I got from Amazon. I was a bit hesitant at first thinking I really didnt need 100 feet but now after 18 inches of Snow today im glad I got it. This cord works great! The color makes it very easy to see in the snow and with the added length I was able to clear Snow all the way to the back of my house and from both my neighbors houses. If you have an electric Snowblower then this is the Cord to go with!!!

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great cord for all uses., June 20, 2000

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D R Mull (Goodland, Indiana, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Coleman Cable 01488 14/3 Insulated Outdoor Extension Cord with Lighted End, 50-Foot (Tools & Home Improvement)

This cord is really helpful. The way the end glows when plugged in is a timesaver, especially if you have several lines plugged into one another. All you have to do is look and the end, and if it is lit, you know you have juice. And it will deliver plenty of power so you know you won't burn up your expensive tools and equiptment.