Ridgid 100-B Owners Manual - Page 4

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 polarized 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 electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double Insulation eliminates 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 conditions. 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 electrical shock. • Use proper extension cords. (See Chart) Insufficient conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop, loss of power and overheating. Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord Nameplate Amps 0 - 6 6 - 10 10 - 12 12 - 16 Total Length (in feet) 0 - 25 18 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 26 - 50 16 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 12 AWG 51 - 100 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG NOT RECOMMENDED 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 inattention while operating power tools may result in serious 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 balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. • Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. 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 accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. 2 Ridge Tool Company