Ryobi RYi6522 - Maintenance

15 — English
OPERATION
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 12 - 14.
NOTICE:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the lubricant
level before each use of the generator.
NOTE
: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not
start or may shut down during operation.
 Unplug all loads from the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
 Put the engine stop switch in the ON ( l ) position.
 Move the choke lever to the START position.
NOTE: If engine is warm, move the choke lever to the
RUN position.
 Pull the recoil starting grip until the engine runs.
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
 Allow the engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then move
the choke lever to the RUN position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figure 14.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
 Remove any load from the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Put the engine stop switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
To stop the unit quickly in an emergency:
 Put the engine stop switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet of clear-
ance on all sides of this product, including overhead.
Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of “cool down” time
before storage. Heat created by muffler and exhaust
gases could be hot enough to cause serious burns and/
or ignite combustible objects.
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission con-
trol devices and systems may be performed by any qualified
repair establishment or individual with original or equivalent
parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed by an
authorized service center; please contact customer service
for assistance.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Allow 30 minutes of cool down time before perform-
ing any maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only recommended or equivalent
replacement parts. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel or use of any other parts could
result in a personal injury hazard or property damage.
WARNING:
DO NOT tamper with, adjust, or modify the carbon monox-
ide (CO) sensor module on your generator. Failure to follow
these instructions can cause the monitor to malfunction
which can result in death or serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, miss-
ing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc.
Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not oper-
ate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualifed
service center for assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Keep the generator in a clean and dry environment where it
is not exposed to dust, dirt, moisture, or corrosive vapors.
Do not allow the cooling air slots in the generator to become
clogged with foreign material such as leaves, etc.
MAINTENANCE