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- Page 1 STICK PRO 180 OPERATING MANUAL RST180 INCLUDES: Welding Machine, Stick Electrode Holder, Ground Cable and Clamp RST180 V1_04.23 ENGLISH...
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Page 3: Warranty
STOP! PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE If you have questions or problems with your new welder, please contact customer service at 1-800-4-RIDGID www.RIDGID.com/about-us/contact-us. Thank you and enjoy your new welder. For the most up-to-date warranty information, visit www.RIDGID.com... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Box Contents Table of Contents WARRANTY ................................3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................4 SYMBOLS LEGEND .............................5 SAFETY SUMMARY ............................5 PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS .............................. 5 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING..........................6 EMF INFORMATION ..................................6 PERSONAL PROTECTION ................................6 FIRE PREVENTION ..................................7 HIGH FREQUENCY RADIATION ..............................8 ARC WELDING ..................................... -
Page 5: Symbols Legend
BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE MACHINE, READ THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY, PAYING PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE SAFETY RULES AND HAZARDS. In the event of these instructions not being clear, please contact your RIDGID Authorized Dealer or RIDGID Customer Service 1-800-4-RIDGID Symbols Legend MEANING SYMBOL... -
Page 6: California Proposition 65 Warning
• NFPA 51B: STANDARD FOR FIRE PREVENTION DURING WELDING, CUTTING, AND OTHER HOT WORK- Obtainable from the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P .O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 Telephone (617) 770-3000 Fax (617) 770-0700 - www.nfpa.org California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. -
Page 7: Fire Prevention
advice and inspection of the ventilation of the welding area. These metals produce extremely toxic fumes which can cause discomfort, illness and death. • Do not weld or cut in areas that are near chlorinated solvents. Vapors from chlorinated hydrocarbons, such as trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene, can be decomposed by the heat of an electric arc or its ultraviolet radiation. -
Page 8: Arc Welding
• It is the user’s responsibility to have a qualified electrician promptly correct any interference problem resulting from the installation. Electrician should regularly check and maintain installation. • Stop using the equipment if notified by the FCC about interference. • Keep H.F . -
Page 9: Box Contents
Box Contents DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION Ground Cable RIDGID Stick PRO 180 Stick Electrode Holder and Clamp Welder Adapter Cord (See page 12 for more information) -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Welder Specifications Primary (input) volts 120VAC/230VAC Maximum Output 120V - 80A (DC output only) 230V - 180A (DC output only) Phase Single Frequency 50/60Hz Recommended Circuit Breaker 120V - 10A time-delay (slow-blow) breaker minimum (30A for maximum performance) 230V - 30A time-delay (slow-blow) breaker minimum (50A for maximum performance) Extension Cord Recommendations 3 conductor #12AWG or larger up to 25 ft. -
Page 11: Generators
Generators This welder can be operated from an AC generator. Ensure that the generator can supply a minimum of 4,000 watts for (120V operation) and (8,000 watts for 230V) of continuous output. The generator must not have an auto-idle fuel saving feature or must have the option to turn auto-idle off. The generator must run at full speed at all times while your welder is plugged into it or you risk damaging your welder. -
Page 12: Getting To Know Your Welder
Getting to Know Your Welder Description Your new single phase inverter welder offers Stick and TIG welding processes in the same power source. These processes can be selected with the process SELECTOR SWITCH (1) on the front panel of the unit. Stick Welding, “SMAW”... - Page 13 —...
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Page 14: Operation
Operation Performance Data Plate and Duty Cycle On the machine, there is a plate that includes all the operating specifications for your new unit. The serial number of the product is also found on this plate. The duty cycle rating of a welder defines how long the operator can weld and how long the welder must rest and be cooled. -
Page 15: Welding Preparation
Secure the bare end of the welding electrode in-to the jaws of the electrode holder. • Switch the unit ON with the ON/OFF SWITCH (7). • Set the amperage with the AMPERAGE ADJUSTMENT KNOB (4). STICK PRO 180 STICK SET-UP CHART ELECTRODE DIAMETER MATERIAL ELECTRODE 1/16” (1,6 mm) 5/64”... -
Page 16: Setup For Tig Welding (Gtaw) With Lift Arc
• Close the gas valve on the torch handle after post-weld flow has been completed. REMEMBER TO CLOSE THE VALVE ON THE GAS CYLINDER IMMEDIATELY AFTER ALL WELDING IS COMPLETED. STICK PRO 180 TIG SET-UP CHART MATERIAL THICKNESS MATERIAL 24 Gauge... -
Page 17: Maintenance & Servicing
Maintenance & Servicing General Maintenance This welder has been engineered to need minimal service providing that a few very simple steps are taken to properly maintain it. Replace INPUT POWER CABLE (8), ground cable, ground clamp, or torch/electrode cable when damaged or worn. - Page 18 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Weld parameters too low. Adjust welding parameters Too long or improper extension cord. Use a proper extension cord (#12 AWG wire for 120V or #8 AWG for 230V or heavier, no longer than 25 ft.). See “Extension Cords” , page 11. Poor ground connection or torch/ Reposition clamp and check cable to Low output or non-...
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Page 19: Machine Parts Diagram & Replacement Parts List
Machine Parts Diagram & Replacement Parts List PART ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER Ground (25 Dinse) Electrode Holder (25 Dinse) -
Page 20: Tig Torch & Tig Consumables List (Sold Separately)
TIG Torch & TIG Consumables List (SOLD SEPARATELY) PART ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM PHOTO NUMBER RTT-200-9FV Tig Torch (9FV) -
Page 21: User Notes
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Page 22 STICK PRO 180 RST180 Distributed by: Ursa Resource Management, LLC 112 North Curry St., Carson City, NV, 89703, USA RIDGID is a registered trademark of RIDGID Inc. and used under license. 1-800-4-RIDGID RIDGID.com...
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