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Summary of Contents for RIDGID STICK PRO 100
- Page 1 STICK PRO 100 OPERATING MANUAL RST100 INCLUDES: Welding Machine, Stick Electrode Holder and Ground Cable and Clamp RST100 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 .............................. -
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
• ANSI Z87.1 - SAFE PRACTICE FOR OCCUPATION AND EDUCATIONAL EYE AND FACE PROTECTION - Obtainable from the American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036 Telephone (212) 642A900, Fax (212) 398-0023 - www.ansi.org • 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. -
Page 7: Fire Prevention
• Flying sparks can injure. Wear proper safety equipment to protect eyes and face. Shape tungsten electrode on grinder wearing proper protection and in a safe location. Keep flammables away and prevent fire from flying sparks. FUMES, GASSES, AND VAPORS CAN CAUSE DISCOMFORT, ILLNESS, AND DEATH! To reduce the risk, read, understand, and follow the safety instructions. -
Page 8: High Frequency Radiation
• Do not stand in front of or put your head or face in front of a cylinder valve outlet when opening the valve. • If a cylinder is not in use or connected for use, keep a valve protection cap in place to protect the valve. -
Page 9: Noise
For additional information concerning welding safety, refer to the standards listed at the beginning of this safety summary and comply with them as applicable. Box Contents DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION Ground Cable RIDGID® Stick PRO 100 Stick Electrode Holder and Clamp (See page 12 for more information) -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Welder Specifications Primary (input) volts 120VAC Maximum Output 85A (DC output only) Phase Single Frequency 50/60Hz Recommended Circuit Breaker 20A time-delay (slow-blow) breaker minimum (30A for maximum performance) Extension Cord Recommendations 3 conductor #12AWG or larger up to 25 ft. Generator Requirements Minimum 4,000W continuous output with no low- idle function (or low-idle off) -
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 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 100 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 100 TIG SET-UP CHART MATERIAL THICKNESS TUNGSTEN MATERIAL... -
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 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- electrode connection.
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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 RT-200-9FV Tig Torch (9FV) -
Page 21: User Notes
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