Ryobi RGN2500B, Original Instructions Manual

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Original instructions | English
and follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorised parts or failure to
follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
shock or injury.
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Inspect the product before each use for loose fasteners
and fuel leaks. Replace damaged parts.
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Generators vibrate in normal use. During and after the
use of the generator, inspect the generator as well as
extension cords and power supply cords connected to it
for damage resulting from vibration. Have the damaged
items repaired or replaced as necessary. Do not use
plugs or cords that show signs of damage such as
broken or cracked insulation.
SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When the generator is used to supply a building wiring
system: the generator must be installed by a qualified
electrician and connected to a transfer switch as a
separately derived system. The generator shall be
connected through a transfer switch that switches
all conductors other than the equipment grounding
conductor. The frame of the generator shall be
connected to an approved grounding electrode. Failure
to isolate the generator from power utility can result in
death or injury to electric utility workers.
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Do not use the generator to provide power for
emergency medical equipment or life support devices.
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Exhaust fumes contains poisonous carbon monoxide,
a colourless, odourless gas. Breathing exhaust fumes
can cause loss of consciousness and can lead to death.
If running in a confined or partially-enclosed area,
the air may contain a dangerous amount of carbon
monoxide. To keep exhaust fumes from building up,
always provide adequate ventilation.
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Always use a battery-powered carbon monoxide
detector when running the generator. If you begin to
feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the generator, shut
it off and get to fresh air immediately. See a physician.
You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Place the generator on a flat, stable surface with a
slope of no more than 4°.
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Operate outdoors in a well-ventilated, well-lit area
isolated from working areas to avoid noise interference.
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Operating the generator in wet conditions could result in
electrocution. Keep the product dry.
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Keep the generator a minimum of 1 m away from all
types of combustible material.
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Do not touch the muffler or cylinder during or
immediately after use; they are hot and will cause burn
injury.
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Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless
a transfer switch has been properly installed by a
qualified electrician.
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Do not allow the generator’s gas tank to overflow when
filling. Fill to 25 mm (1”) below the top neck of the gas
tank to allow for fuel expansion. Do not cover the fuel
tank cap when the engine is running. Covering the fuel
tank cap during use may cause engine failure and/or
damage to the product.
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Allow the engine to remain in a shutdown condition for
at least five minutes before adding unleaded fuel or oil.
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Do not remove the oil dipstick or the fuel tank cap when
the engine is running.
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Pay close attention to all safety labels located on the
generator.
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The product operates best in temperatures between
-5°C and 40°C with a relative humidity of 90% or less.
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Operating voltage and frequency requirement of
all electronic equipment should be checked prior to
plugging them into this generator.
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Operation of the generator at altitudes above 1,000
m may require retuning. Consult a qualified service
technician.
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When using extension lines or mobile distribution
networks the total length of lines for a cross section of
1.5 mm
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should not exceed 60 m; for a cross section of
2.5 mm 2 this should not exceed 100 m.
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Use only IEC 60245-4 compliant rubber insulated
cords.
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The generating set must not be connected to other
power sources except with accessory advised by the
manufacturer or other generators with the same model.
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Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use the product.
If you loan someone the product, loan them these
instructions also.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
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Place the engine/choke lever in the off position.
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Make sure the engine and the exhaust of product has
cooled down.
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Keep the product level to prevent fuel spillage.
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Do not drop or strike the product or place under heavy
objects.
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Store the product in a well-ventilated area with the fuel
tank empty. Fuel should not be stored near the product.
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Empty the fuel tank, turn the engine/choke lever to the
off position and restrain the product from moving before
transporting in a vehicle.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only original replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.