Ryobi RYi4022X User Manual

NEUTRAL FLOATING
FLOTTANTE NEUTRE / NEUTRAL DE FLOTACIÓN
NOTICE AVIS AVISO
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this
product. It is a violation of federal
law and will damage the unit and void
your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing up to
10% ethanol.
Ne pas utiliser d’essence E15 ou E85 dans ce produit. Une
telle utilisation représente une violation de la loi fédérale
et endommagera l’appareil et annulera la garantie. Utiliser
seulement de l’essence sans plomb ne contenant pas plus
de 10 % d’éthanol.
No utilice combustibles E15 o E85 con este producto. Esto
constituye una violación a la ley federal, dañará la unidad y
anulará la garantía. Utilice únicamente gasolina sin plomo
que contiene hasta 10% de etanol.
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual before
using this product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
 Important Safety Instructions ............3-4
 Specific Safety Rules ........................4-5
 Symbols ............................................6-8
 Electrical .........................................9-10
 Features .............................................11
 Assembly ......................................12-13
 Operation ......................................13-15
 Maintenance .................................16-19
 Troubleshooting ............................19-20
 Parts Ordering/Service ......... Back Page
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour
réduire les risques de blessures,
l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien
comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant
d’employer ce produit.
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
 Instructions importantes
concernant la sécurité ......................3-4
 Règles de sécurité particulières ........4-5
 Symboles ..........................................6-8
 Caractéristiques électriques ...........9-10
 Caractéristiques ................................. 11
 Assemblage ..................................12-13
 Utilisation ......................................13-16
 Entretien ........................................16-20
 Dépannage ....................................21-22
 Commande de pièces /
réparation ............................Páge arrière
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir
el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer
y comprender el manual del operador
antes de usar este producto.
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
 Instrucciones de seguridad
importantes .......................................3-4
 Reglas de seguridad específicas ......4-5
 Símbolos ...........................................6-8
 Aspectos eléctricos ........................9-10
 Características ...................................11
 Armado .........................................12-13
 Funcionamiento ............................13-16
 Mantenimiento ..............................16-20
 Corrección de problemas .............21-22
 Pedidos de piezas/
servicio ............................ Pág. posterior
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
INVERTER GENERATOR
GÉNÉRATRICE D’INVERSEUR
GENERADOR DEL INVERSOR
RYi4022X
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Ryobi RYi4022X Specifications

General

Generator Type	Inverter
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	212cc
Rated AC Voltage	120V
Engine Type	4-Stroke OHV
Displacement	212cc
Starting System	Recoil
Voltage	120V
Frequency	60Hz
Starting Watts	4000W
DC Output	12V

Summary

Generator Placement and Grounding

Important Safety Instructions

Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Understanding the dangers of carbon monoxide from generator exhaust.

General Safety Precautions

Key safety rules to prevent fire, electrocution, and injury.

Specific Safety Rules

Fire and Burn Hazards

Precautions related to fuel handling and hot engine parts.

Building Wiring System Connection

Safety requirements for connecting the generator to a building's electrical system.

General Operational Safety

Rules for safe operation, placement, temperature, and load management.

Carbon Monoxide Sensor Safety

Symbols and Signal Words

Safety Labels

Operational Warnings and Precautions

Electrical Information

Extension Cord Cable Size Guide

Table to ensure proper cable size for extension cords to prevent voltage drop.

Electric Motor Starting Loads

Information on starting watts required for electric motors.

Generator Capacity and Power Management

Generator Capacity Planning

How to select items to power based on generator's running and starting watts.

Power Management Strategy

Sequential method for adding electrical loads to the generator.

Generator Features Overview

Product Specifications

Technical details of the engine and generator, including model and capacity.

Operational Components

Explanation of features like receptacles, breakers, air filter, and auto idle.

Assembly Instructions

Unpacking and Parts Check

Procedures for unpacking the generator and verifying all parts.

Tools and Parts List

Identifies required tools and lists included loose parts for assembly.

Installing Feet and Wheels

Instructions for attaching the generator's support feet and wheels.

Generator Operation

Carbon Monoxide and Safety Warnings

Critical warnings regarding CO hazards, careless operation, and attachments.

Handle Installation and Moving

Guidance on installing the handle and safe methods for moving the generator.

Operation Details

Preparation for Operation

Steps before operating, including checking lubricant, fuel, and special requirements.

Fuel and Lubricant Management

Guidelines for adding fuel, using stabilizer, and handling ethanol fuels.

Starting, Stopping, and Moving

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Procedures for starting and safely stopping the generator's engine.

Moving and High Altitude Operation

Guidelines for safely moving the generator and operating at high altitudes.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Air Filter Maintenance

Steps for checking and cleaning the generator's air filter.

Engine Lubricant Change

Procedure for changing the engine oil, including warnings.

Specific Maintenance Procedures

Spark Plug and Arrestor Service

Instructions for replacing spark plugs and cleaning spark arrestors.

Fuel System Draining and Transport

How to drain fuel for storage and prepare for transport.

Comprehensive Maintenance Schedule

Storage and Troubleshooting

Generator Storage Preparation

Guidelines for preparing the generator for long-term storage.

Engine Start and Power Issues

Solutions for problems like engine not starting or lacking power.

CO Sensor and Other Issues

Troubleshooting for CO sensor faults and other operational problems.

Advanced Troubleshooting