General Safety Information; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - RIDGID Compact 100-B User Manual

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool

General Safety Information

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep by-standers, children, and visitors away
while operating a tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.

Electrical Safety

• Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polar-
ized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified elec-
trician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way. Double Insulation
the need for the three wire grounded power cord and
grounded power supply system.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a tool will increase the risk of
electrical shock.
• Do not abuse cord. Never use the cord to carry the
tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
• When operating a tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These cords
are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of elec-
trical shock.
• Use proper extension cords. (See Chart) Insufficient
conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop, loss
of power and overheating.
2
Nameplate
Amps
0 – 6
6 – 10
10 – 12
12 – 16

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medications. A moment of inat-
tention while operating power tools may result in seri-
ous personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Carrying tools with your
finger on the switch invites accidents.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
eliminates
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate con-
ditions.

Tool Use and Care

• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or
OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Remove battery before making any adjustments,
changing accessories or storing the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged,
have the tool serviced before using. Many acci-
dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Ridge Tool Company
Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord
Total Length (in feet)
0 – 25 26 – 50
18 AWG 16 AWG
18 AWG 16 AWG
16 AWG 16 AWG
14 AWG 12 AWG
51 – 100
16 AWG
14 AWG
14 AWG
NOT RECOMMENDED