Ryobi RIG2000PCB - Troubleshooting Common Issues; Engine Performance Problems; Output and Noise Troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible cause Solution
The engine will not start. Engine choke/off selector knob is
in "run" position.
Move engine choke/off selector knob to "choke"
position.
No fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Stale fuel or water in the fuel. Drain entire system and refuel with fresh unleaded
fuel.
Lubricant level is low. Check engine lubricant level and ll, if necessary.
Spark plug is faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped.
Replace spark plug.
Engine stored without treating
or draining unleaded fuel, or
refueled with bad unleaded fuel.
Drain entire system and refuel with fresh unleaded
fuel. If problem continues, have the product
serviced by an authorised service centre.
The air lter is dirty. Check the air lter. Clean or replace as needed.
The engine is hard to start. Water in the fuel. Drain entire system and refuel with fresh unleaded
fuel.
Weak spark at spark plug. Replace the spark plug. If problem continues,
have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre.
The engine lacks power. Engine stored without treating
or draining unleaded fuel, or
refueled with bad unleaded fuel.
Drain entire system and refuel with fresh unleaded
fuel. If problem continues, have the product
serviced by an authorised service centre.
The air lter is dirty. Check the air lter. Clean or replace as needed.
The AC receptacle does
not work.
Item plugged in is defective. Try a different item.
The generator is overloaded. Remove the loads and press the reset button.
The generator makes a
“spark knock” or “pinging”
noise.
An occasional light “knocking” or
“pinging” under heavy load is not
a cause for concern. However, if
the knocking or pinging occurs
under normal load at a steady
engine speed, the problem may
be with the brand of unleaded
fuel being used.
Switch to a different brand of unleaded fuel,
making sure that the octane rating is 86 or higher.
If problem continues, contact an authorised
service centre.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact an authorised service centre for assistance.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the product:
■ Hard starting or stalling after starting
■ Rough idle
■ Misfiring or backfiring under load
■ Afterburning (backfiring)
■ Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the product inspected and repaired at an authorised service centre.