RIDGID Compact 100-B User Manual

Pressing Tool

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WARNING!

Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.

Compact 100-B Manual

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Compact 100-B Pressing Tool

Table of Contents

Recording Form for Machine Serial Number..............................................................................................................1

General Safety Information

Work Area Safety........................................................................................................................................................2

Electrical Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................2

Personal Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................2

Tool Use and Care......................................................................................................................................................2

Service ........................................................................................................................................................................3

Specific Safety Information

Pressing Tool Safety ..................................................................................................................................................3

Battery Safety ............................................................................................................................................................3

Description and Specifications

Description ..................................................................................................................................................................3

Specifications..............................................................................................................................................................4

Inspecting the Pressing Tool and Jaw Sets

Compact 100-B Battery Charger ................................................................................................................................4

Attaching Pressing Jaws ............................................................................................................................................4

Tool and Work Area Set-Up

Battery Charging Procedure ......................................................................................................................................5

Important Charging Notes ..........................................................................................................................................6

Battery Disposal..........................................................................................................................................................6

Nickel-Cadmium Batteries ..........................................................................................................................................6

Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries....................................................................................................................................6

Operating Instructions

Preparing The Joint ....................................................................................................................................................7

Pressing A Fitting With Typical Scissor Jaw Set ........................................................................................................7

Inspecting The Pressed Connection ..........................................................................................................................8

Maintenance Instructions

Daily Cleaning and Lubrication ..................................................................................................................................8

Jaws............................................................................................................................................................................8

Required Maintenance at RIDGID Authorized Service Center ..................................................................................8

Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................9

Storage ..........................................................................................................................................................................9

Service and Repair........................................................................................................................................................9

Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................10

Compact 100-B Diagnostic Codes ............................................................................................................................11

Lifetime Warranty ........................................................................................................................................Back Cover

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool

Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate.

Serial
No.

Pressing Tool

Compact 100-B

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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 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 elec­trical shock.

• Use proper extension cords.

(See Chart)

Insufficient
conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop, loss
of power and overheating.

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 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 bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. 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 acci-

dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord

Nameplate

Amps

Total Length (in feet)

0 – 25 26 – 50 51 – 100
0 – 6 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG
6 – 10 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG

10 – 12 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG
12 – 16 14 AWG 12 AWG

NOT RECOMMENDED

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• Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that

may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.

• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the tool.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed

by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-

ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or

failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of electrical shock or injury.

Specific Safety Information

WARNING

Read this operator’s manual, the Jaw Set operator’s
manual and the fitting manufacturer’s installation
instructions carefully before using the RIDGID
Compact 100-B Pressing Tool. Failure to under­stand and follow the contents of these manuals
and instructions may result in extensive property
damage, severe personal injury, or death.

Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service De­partment at [phone] if you have any questions.

Pressing Tool Safety

• Only use the Compact 100-B Pressing Tool with
RIDGID Compact jaws. Other uses or modifying the

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool for other applications
may damage the pressing tool, damage the jaws
and/or cause personal injury.

• Keep your fingers and hands away from jaws dur-
ing pressing cycle. Your fingers or hands can be
crushed, fractured or amputated if they become caught
between the jaws or between these components and
any other object.

• Never attempt to repair a damaged jaw set. A jaw
that has been welded, ground, drilled or modified in
any manner can shatter during pressing resulting in
serious injury. Discard the entire damaged jaw set.
Replace with a new jaw set. Never replace individual
components except for damaged jaw return springs.
Please call Ridge Tool Company, Technical Services
for availability.

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool

• Never use tool with a switch or motor housing
that is damaged. Using a tool with a cracked motor

housing or broken switch can result in electric shock
and severe injury.

Selection of appropriate materials and joining
methods is the responsibility of the system designer
and/or installer. Before any installation is attempted, care­ful evaluation of the specific service environment, includ­ing chemical environment and service temperature, should
be completed. Consult Press Fitting System manufacturer
for selection information.

Battery Charger Safety

• Charge only Makita®Ni-MH and Ni-Cd rechargeable
batteries in the Makita®battery charger. Other types

of batteries may burst causing personal injury and
damage.

• Do not probe battery charger with conductive ob-
jects. Shorting of battery terminals may cause sparks,
burns or electrical shock.

• Do not insert battery with cracked case into charg-

er. Do not operate charger if it has been dropped or
damaged in any way. Damaged charger increases

the risk of electrical shock.

• Do not burn batteries for any reason. Batteries
explode in fire.

• Charge battery cartridge in temperatures above

50°F (10°C) and below +104°F (40°C). Store tool
and battery pack in locations where temperatures
will not exceed +120°F (49°C). Proper care will prevent

serious damage to batteries. Improper care of batteries
may result in battery leakage, electrical shock or burns.

• Do not attempt to use a step-up transformer, an
engine generator or DC power receptacle. May
cause damage to charger resulting in electrical shock,
fire or burns.

• Do not allow anything to cover the charger while in
use. May result in fire.

• Unplug the charger when not in use. Reduces risk
of injury to children and untrained persons.

• Always cover the battery terminals with the battery

cover when the battery cartridge is not used.

Reduces risk of electrical shock.

• Do not charge battery pack in damp or wet envi-
ronment. Do not expose to rain or snow. Increases
the risk of electrical shock.

CAUTION

NOTE! The Compact 100-B Pressing Tool and Compact

Jaw Sets are protected under various U.S. and
international patents and patent applications.

NOTE! RIDGID jaw sets are offered in two “series”

• Standard Series

• Compact Series
These jaw sets are not interchangeable. That is,

only compact series jaw sets will work with the
Compact 100-B Pressing Tool. Similarly, only
standard series jaw sets will work with standard
series tools. Please refer to the standard series
tools' (320-E, CT-400) operator's manuals for
further information on these tools and jaws.

Inspecting The Compact
Pressing Tool and Jaw Sets

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, inspect the Compact
100-B Pressing Tool, battery charger and Compact
Jaw Sets. Never use the Compact 100-B Jaw Set
with damaged or missing parts. The following
inspection procedures should be performed on a
daily basis:

1. Make sure the Compact 100-B Pressing Tool battery
is removed.

2. Inspect the tool housing and switch for damage.
Check for damage such as cracks in the tool housing
and exposed wires.

3. Inspect the jaw sets. If dirty, clean jaw sets. Refer to
Maintenance Section for cleaning instructions. Failure
to properly maintain jaws can result in an improper
connection that can lead to extensive property dam­age. If any cracks are found, discard the damaged
assemblies and obtain replacement.

Always discard the entire assembly. Never
replace individual components except for jaw return
springs. Failure to replace the entire assembly may result
in component failure and serious injury.

4. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the tool handles.
This reduces the risk of the tool slipping from your grip.

Compact 100-B Battery Charger

Inspect the power cord and plug for damage. If the cord or
plug is damaged, do not use the charger until the cord is

Description, Specifications and
Standard Equipment

Description

The Compact 100-B Pressing Tool, when used with appro­priate jaw sets, is designed to mechanically press fittings
onto tubing to create a water-tight and permanent seal.
When the switch on the Compact 100-B is depressed, an
internal electric motor powers a hydraulic pump which
forces fluid into the cylinder of the tool, forcing the ram for­ward and applying thousands of pounds of pressing force
onto specially designed fittings.

The entire cycle duration is approximately seven (7) sec­onds. Once the cycle begins to deform a fitting, it will auto­matically continue until completion, even if the trigger
switch is released. LED displays on the top of the tool indi­cate problems such as improper temperature, open jaw
mounting pin or maintenance required.

Figure 1 – Compact 100-B Pressing Tool and Compact

Series Jaw Set

Specifications

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool:

Motor

Voltage ...................14.4 VDC

Amperage ...............25.6Amp

Power .....................325 Watts

Weight ........................7.5 lbs. (3.4 Kg) with Battery

5.7 lbs. (2.6 Kg) without Battery

Ram Force.....................5,400 Lbs. (24kN)

Operating Temperature

Range...............................32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C)

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LED Display

Panel (Top)

Compact

Scissor Style

Jaw Set

Compact Jaw Arm

Jaw

Mounting

Pin

Battery

Tool Housing

Switch

Handle

Jaw

Sideplate

WARNING

drilled or modified in any manner can shatter during
pressing, resulting in sharp flying objects, severe injury or
death. Discard and replace damaged jaw sets.

5. Slide the jaw set into the pressing tool

(Figure 3)

.

6. Push the jaw set mounting pin until it clicks.

NOTE! The Compact 100-B will not work unless the pin

is fully engaged.

Tool and Work Area Set-Up

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the
pressing tool and work area is required. The
following procedures should be followed:

1. Check work area for:

• Adequate lighting

• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.

Battery Charging Procedure:

WARNING

Before using the battery charger, read all the bat­tery and charger instructions.

1. Locate the charger so the cord and charger will not be
stepped on, tripped over or be subjected to dam­age. Do not expose charger to wet environment such
as rain or snow.

2. Charge battery cartridge in temperatures above 50°F
(10°C) and below 104°F (40°C). Store tool and battery
cartridge in location where temperatures do not
exceed 120°F (49°C).

3. Plug the battery charger into the proper A/C voltage
source. The charging light will flash in green color

(Figure 4)

.

To avoid electric shock and electrical fires,
never use an extension cord that is damaged or does not
meet the following requirements:

• The cord has pins on line plug that are similar in size
and shape to those of the plug on the charger.

• The cord is rated as “W” or “W-A” if being used
outdoors.

replaced. Inspect charger for damage. Do not use charg­er if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or oth­erwise damaged.

Attaching Pressing Jaws

Only use RIDGID Jaw Sets. Use with the
RIDGID jaw set intended for the specific fitting system and
tubing material you are installing. Use of other jaw sets will
result in an improper seal that could result in extensive
property damage.

1. Make sure the battery is removed.

2. Pull the jaw set mounting pin to its most open position

(Figure 2).

Figure 2 – Pulling The Jaw Set Mounting Pin Out

3. If pressing tool contains a jaw set, slide it out of the
pressing tool.

Figure 3 – Sliding Jaw Set Into Compact 100-B

4. Select the jaw set that corresponds to the tubing
size and fitting system. Inspect the jaw set. If dirty,
clean jaw sets. Refer to Maintenance section of Jaw
Set Operator’s Manual for cleaning instructions.

Failure to clean jaws can result in an im­proper connection that can lead to extensive property
damage. If any cracks are found, discard the damaged jaw
set and obtain replacement.

A jaw that has been welded, grounded,

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CAUTION

• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (16 AWG

below 100′). If the wire thickness is too small, the
cord may overheat, melting the cord’s insulation or
causing nearby objects to ignite.

Do not attempt to use a step-up trans-

former, an engine generator or DC power receptacle.

Figure 4 – Battery Charger

NOTE! New batteries are not charged and must be

charged before use.

4. Insert the battery cartridge so that the plus and minus
terminals on the battery cartridge are on the same
sides as their respective markings on the battery
charger. Insert the cartridge fully into the port so that
it rests on the charger port floor.

5. When the battery cartridge is inserted, the charging
light color will change from green to red and charging
will begin. The charging light will remain lit steadily
during charging. When charging is completed, the
charging light color will change from red to green.

NOTE! Charging time will be approximately 11/4hours

for 2.6 AH Ni-MH standard equipment battery or
one hour for 2.0 AH NiCd optional battery.

WARNING

Charge only Makita®batteries. Other types of bat­teries may burst causing personal injury.

6. After charging, unplug the charger from the power
source. Always cover the battery terminals with the
battery cover when the battery cartridge is not being
used.

Important Charging Notes

1. When you charge a new battery cartridge or a battery
cartridge which has not been used for a long period of
time, it may not accept a full charge. This is a normal
condition and does not indicate a problem. You can
recharge the battery cartridge fully after discharging
it completely and recharging a couple of times.

2. If you charge a battery cartridge from a just-operated

tool or a battery cartridge which has been left in a
location exposed to direct sunlight or heat for a long
time, the charging light may flash in red color. If this
occurs, wait for a while. Charging will begin after the
battery cartridge cools. The battery cartridge will cool
faster if you remove the battery cartridge from the bat­tery charger.

3. If the charging light flashes alternately in green and
red color, a problem exists and charging is not pos­sible. The terminals on the charger or battery cartridge
are clogged with dust or the battery cartridge is worn
out or damaged.

4. Batteries should be removed from the Compact 100­B Pressing Tool when the tool is being stored, espe­cially when stored for lengthy periods of time. The tool
electronics represent a very slight drain on the battery
when the battery is installed. Leaving a battery plugged
in the tool for long periods of time may result in over­discharging a battery and can cause permanent bat­tery damage.

NOTE! Battery performance is severely reduced

when batteries are stored below 32°F (0°C).
For optimal tool performance and battery life
per charge in cold climates, take care to keep
batteries as warm as possible. When battery
temperatures are kept above 32°F (0°C), the
number of press cycles is dramatically im­proved, especially on larger diameter fittings.

Other suggestions for improving battery perfor­mance:

• Use the tool to make pressed connections as
soon as possible after transferring the battery
from a warm storage environment to a freezing
or subfreezing operating environment. Planning
ahead in this manner will significantly improve
the number of connections achieved before
battery requires recharging.

• Be sure to fully discharge the battery before
recharging.

• Follow proper recharging procedures as spelled
out on pages 5-6 of this manual.

Battery Disposal

Do not attempt to disassemble the bat­tery or remove any component projecting from the
battery terminals. Fire or injury may result. Prior to dis-

posal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape
to prevent shorting.

Nickel-Cadmium Batteries

If equipped with nickel-cadmium battery, the battery must
be collected, recycled or disposed of in an environmentally
sound manner.

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Figure 5 – Opening The Scissor-Style Jaw Set

6. Place open jaws around the fitting. Make sure the
contour of the jaw set is properly aligned with the con­tour of the fitting as specified in Fitting Systems oper­ator's manual

(Figure 6).

Figure 6 – Placing Scissor-Style Jaw Set Around Fitting

7. Make sure the tool is square to the tubing and depress
the switch

(Figure 7)

. The pressing cycle takes about
seven (7) seconds. Once a press cycle begins and the
rollers contact the jaw arms, the tool will lock-on and
automatically complete the press cycle. Releasing
the trigger will not stop the tool once the pressing
process has begun. This assures consistent, repeat­able press joint integrity. Releasing the trigger before
the pressing process begins will cause the rollers to
automatically retract to the starting position.

To avoid pinch point injuries, keep fingers

away from jaws.

Figure 7 – Compact 100-B Tool Square To Tubing

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd bat­tery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area.

Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries

If equipped with a nickel-metal hydride battery, the battery
can be disposed of in a municipal solid waste stream.

Contact your local government for disposal or recycling
practices in your area.

Operating Instructions

WARNING

The Compact 100-B is designed for use only with
RIDGID Compact Jaw Sets. Use the RIDGID
Compact Jaw intended for the specific fitting sys­tem and tubing material you are installing.

Keep fingers and hands away from jaws during
pressing cycle. Always wear eye protection to pro­tect your eyes from dirt and other foreign objects.

Preparing the Joint

1. See appropriate Fitting Systems operator's manual for
proper joint preparations, prior to pressing.

Pressing A Fitting With Typical Scissor
Jaw Set

1. Make sure the Compact 100-B Pressing Tool has the
correct jaw set installed.

2. Insert fully charged battery into the base of the handle.

3. Depress ON/OFF button on display panel one time to
turn tool ON. All three light emitting diodes (LED’s) will
blink once. Then, the green LED should be solid illu­minated indicating the tool is ready to press.

NOTE! Tool will automatically turn off if left unused for ten

(10) minutes. To restart tool, it is necessary to
once again depress the ON/OFF button on the
top display panel.

4. Make sure the tubing is inserted to the proper depth
in fitting, as specified in Fitting Systems operator's
manual.

5. Squeeze jaw arms to open the jaw set

(Figure 5).

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool

WARNING

NOTE! If yellow LED service indicator blinks, the tool

should be sent to a RIDGID Authorized Service
Center for required maintenance. The tool will not
run if it is not maintained within 2,000 cycles
after the first blinking yellow LED.

8. Press jaw arms to open the jaw set.

9. Remove the Compact 100-B Tool from tube.

Avoid sharp edges that may have formed on

the fitting during the pressing operation.

Inspecting The Pressed Connection

CAUTION

The Compact 100-B Pressing Tool will turn off auto­matically if the battery is too low to successfully
complete a pressed connection. This will be indi­cated by five blinks of red and green LED’s. After
the blinking red and green LED’s, the tool will auto­matically shut off. A fully charged battery should be
inserted in the tool and the pressed connection
should be repeated as indicated above. To retract
the rollers and remove the tool from the fitting if
battery dies or tool malfunctions during pressed
connection, it is necessary to press the pressure re­lease black button on the right hand side of the tool.

1. Inspect the pressed fitting. Look for the following:

• misaligned tubes

• not fully inserted tubes, double check depth marks

• incorrect jaw alignment with the fitting

• any other issues per the fitting manufacturer.

If one or more of these problems are found then a
new section of tubing and a new fitting will have to be
prepared, inserted and pressed.

2. Test system in accordance with normal practice and
local codes.

Maintenance Instructions

WARNING

Make sure battery is removed from tool before per­forming maintenance or making any adjustment.

Compact 100-B Pressing Tools

Daily Cleaning and Lubrication

1. Wipe the tool with a clean dry cloth.

2. Inspect the jaw mounting pin and lubricate the pin with
silicone lubricant as needed.

Jaws

1. Inspect the jaws inside diameter daily. If rusty, dirty or

if there is evidence of copper or bronze fitting materi­al building up on the jaw or ring inside diameter,
(build-up is most likely to occur near the tips of scissor
style jaws as shown in

Figure 8

) clean with fine grade
ScotchBrite®(ScotchBrite®is a registered trademark of
3M Company) metal polishing pads (or equivalent),
steel wool or a steel bristle wire brush. Emery cloth,

sandpaper or other similar abrasive materials
should not be used since they may damage criti­cal press jaw dimensions.

Figure 8 – Copper Material Build-Up Requiring Jaw

Cleaning

2. Pivot pins on jaws should be cleaned and lubricated
at least once a year with a general purpose “wheel
bearing” type grease. A light coating on the pins and
bores is sufficient.

3. Jaws and sideplates should be visually inspected
daily for obvious cracks or other signs of wear or
damage. If cracks are visible in any parts, they should
be discarded and replaced.

WARNING

A jaw component that has been welded, ground,
drilled or modified in any manner can shatter during
pressing, resulting in sharp flying objects, severe
injury or death. Discard and replace damaged jaws,
press rings or ring actuators.

4. Check return springs in press jaws with each use.
Jaws should open and close freely with only moder­ate finger effort required.

Required Maintenance at RIDGID
Authorized Service Center

After 20,000 cycles, the tool will show a blinking yellow
LED on the display panel as long as the tool is turned on
to indicate that it is time for maintenance and recalibration.
The tool will not run if it is not maintained within 2,000
more cycles after the yellow blinking LED begins. The dis­play panel will show a solid yellow LED. This mandatory
maintenance is necessary to assure that the tool remains
in good working condition and provides consistent press
joints.

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CAUTION

Other suggestions for improving battery perfor­mance:

• Use the tool to make pressed connections as
soon as possible after transferring the battery
from a warm storage environment to a freezing
or subfreezing operating environment. Planning
ahead in this manner will significantly improve
the number of connections achieved before
battery requires recharging.

• Be sure to fully discharge the battery before
recharging.

• Follow proper recharging procedures as spelled
out on pages 5-6 of this manual.

Service and Repair

Service and repair on this Compact 100-B
Pressing Tool must be performed by a RIDGID Authorized
Service Center. The tool fasteners have been marked to
indicate if service has been performed by unauthorized
individuals. Improper service or repair may lead to exten­sive property damage, serious injury or death.

For any repairs or maintenance, contact the Ridge Tool
Company, Technical Service Department at (800) 519­3456 or www.ridgid.com for nearest authorized service
outlet.

If you have any questions regarding the service or repair
of this machine, call or write to:

Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

For name and address of your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool Com­pany at [phone] or http://www.ridgid.com

Accessories

Only the following products have been designed to
function with the Compact 100-B Pressing Tool. Other
accessories suitable for use with other tools may
become hazardous and/or produce bad presses when
used with the Compact 100-B. Use only accessories
listed below.

Fittings:

Refer to Fitting Systems Operator’s Manual for a list of
available fittings for specific fitting systems.

Storage

Place the tool and jaws in carrying case. 100-B should be
stored above 32°F (0°C) and below 122°F (50°C). The tool
temperature sensor will not allow the tool to turn on if oil
temperature is not within this temperature range. This
will be indicated by a red blinking LED on the display
panel.

Store the carrying case in a dry, secured,
locked area that is out of reach of children and people
unfamiliar with the Compact 100-B Pressing Tool. The tool
is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

NOTE! Battery performance is severely reduced

when batteries are stored below 32°F (0°C).
For optimal tool performance and battery life
per charge in cold climates, take care to keep
batteries as warm as possible. When battery
temperatures are kept above 32°F (0°C), the
number of press cycles is dramatically im­proved, especially on larger diameter fittings.

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Catalog

No. Description

12683 14.4V Battery Pack (Original Equipment

Replacement Battery 2.6 Ah Ni-MH)

83407 14.4V Battery Pack (Optional 2.0 Ah Ni-Cd

Battery)
83417 115V Charger
84112 230V Charger
16818 Carrying Case (Plastic)

— RIDGID Compact Series Jaw Sets

Compact 100-B Press Tool Accessories

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION

Tool will not turn ON
when ON/OFF button on
display panel is pressed.

Tool turns OFF either
when trigger is de­pressed or in the middle
of a press cycle. Red
LED alarm blinks 5 times
then the tool shuts off
automatically.

Yellow LED blinks
repeatedly as long as
tool is turned ON and
tool functions properly.

Yellow LED glows con­tinuously and tool will
not begin press cycle
when trigger switch is
depressed.

Red LED blinks repeated­ly and tool will not begin
press cycle when trigger
switch is depressed.

Red LED and yellow LED
both glow continuously
when tool is turned ON.

Troubleshooting

Battery is completely discharged or battery has
failed.

Battery not properly inserted into handle of tool.

Battery is too low.

Battery is too cold.

Scheduled maintenance/recalibration is required
after 20,000 presses.

Scheduled maintenance/recalibration is manda­tory after 22,000 presses. Tool is “locked” and
will not function until tool is serviced.

Jaw mounting pin not fully closed.

Temperature out of range.

Tool malfunction detected.

Insert fully charged battery/recharge dead battery.

Check to assure battery is fully inserted.

Insert fully charged battery/recharge dead battery.

Warm battery to range of 32°F (0°C) to 122°F
(50°C).

NOTE! Fitting must be repressed if tool stops

in the middle of a press cycle. Failure
to do so may result in a leaking fitting.

Contact Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service
Department at [phone] for nearest
Authorized Service outlet.

Contact Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service
Department at [phone] for nearest
Authorized Service outlet.

Insert jaw mounting pin to the fully closed position.

Bring tool and battery to the range of 32°F (0°C) to
122°F (50°C).

Remove and reinsert fully charged battery. If LED’s
continue to glow, contact Ridge Tool Company,
Technical Service Department at [phone] for
nearest Authorized Service outlet.

Ridge Tool Company 11

Compact 100-B Pressing Tool

Compact 100-B Diagnostic Codes

SERVICE

YELLOW
SERVICE
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED

SOLID LIGHT
BLINKING

LIGHT

TEMPERATURE

RED
JAW PIN OPEN

LOW BATTERY

GREEN

LED DISPLAY

GREEN RED YELLOW MEANING ACTION

Blink 1x Blink 1x Blink 1x Power-up light check. —

Solid Operate mode. Tool is ready to press.
Solid Blinking Jaw pin open. Check jaw mounting pin to assure fully inserted.

Temperature out of range. Bring tool battery to range >32°F or <122°F

Blink 5x Blink 5x Low Battery. Replace or recharge battery. NOTE! Repeat Press.

Solid Blinking Maintenance due (>20,000 presses). Contact Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service

Department at [phone] for nearest Authorized
Service outlet.

Solid Solid Maintenance required (>22,000 presses). Contact Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service

Department at [phone] for nearest Authorized
Service outlet.

Solid Solid Tool locked due to malfunctions. Remove and replace battery. If still locked, contact Ridge

Tool Company, Technical Service Department at (800)
519-3456 for nearest Authorized Service outlet.

Blink Blink Tool overheated/excessive current draw due to Allow tool to cool for 20 seconds. If condition occurs

20 Sec 20 Sec. tool malfunction. repeatedly, contact Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service

Department at [phone] for nearest Authorized
Service outlet.

SOLID LIGHT
BLINKING

LIGHT

ON/OFF