Ryobi RGN3800A - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
When preparing the generator for storage, follow the guidelines below.
STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING
Less than 1 month
nNo special preparation is required.
1 to 2 months
nEmpty fuel from the fuel tank.
2 months to 1 year
nEmpty fuel from the fuel tank.
nDrain fuel from the carburetor.
nClean the fuel sediment cup.
1 year or more
nEmpty fuel from the fuel tank.
nDrain fuel from the carburetor.
nClean the fuel sediment cup.
nRemove the spark plug.
nPut a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Turn the engine
slowly with the pull rope to distribute the oil.
nReinstall the spark plug.
nChange the engine oil.
* Use unleaded fuel stabilisers formulated to extend storage life. For recommendations, contact your nearest authorised
service center.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before
each use
After 1st month
or 20 hours of
operation
Every 3 months
or 50 hours of
operation
Every 6 months
or 100 hours
of operation
Every year or
after 300 hours
of operation
Check Engine Oil
n
Change Engine Oil
n n
Check Air Filter
n
Clean Air Filter
n
Change Air Filter
n
Clean Carburetor
Sediment Cup
n
Check/Adjust Spark Plug
n
Replace Spark Plug
n
Check/Adjust Idle Speed
n
Check/Adjust Valve
Clearance*
n
Clean Fuel Tank and
Filter*
n
Check Fuel Tube
n
* These items should only be carried out by an authorised service center.
NOTE: Maintenance should be performed more frequently when generator is used in dusty areas.
When generator has exceeded the maximum figures specified in the table, maintenance should still be cycled
according to the intervals of time or hours stated herein.