Ryobi RPGENINV4K, Manual

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Original Instructions
GENERATOR SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! When the product is used to supply a
building wiring system, the product must be installed by a
qualified electrician and connected to a transfer switch as a
separately derived system. The product shall be connected
through a transfer switch that switches all conductors other
than the equipment grounding conductor. The frame of
the product shall be connected to an approved grounding
electrode. Failure to isolate the product from the power utility
can result in death or injury to electric utility workers.
■ 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.
■ Position the product on a flat, stable surface with a
slope of no more than 4°. Avoid long extension lines
and possible damage to lines by pedestrian or vehicular
traffic.
■ Operate the product outdoors in a well-ventilated,
well-lit area isolated from working areas to avoid noise
interference.
■ Operating the product in wet conditions could result in
electrocution. Keep the product dry.
■ Keep the product a minimum of 1 m away from all types
of combustible material.
■ Do not touch the muffler or cylinder during or immediately
after use; they are hot and will cause burn injury.
■ Do not allow the fuel 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 tool.
■ Allow the product to remain in an off condition for at least
five minutes before adding fuel or oil.
■ Do not remove the oil dipstick or the fuel tank cap when
the product is running.
■ Pay close attention to all safety labels located on the
product.
■ The product operates best in temperatures between
-5°C and 40°C with a relative humidity of 90% or less.
■ Check the operating voltage and frequency requirement
of all electronic equipment before connecting them to the
product.
■ Operation of the product at altitudes above 1,000 m may
require retuning. Contact an authorised service centre.
■ When using extension lines or mobile distribution
networks, the total length of lines for a cross section of
1.5 mm
2
should not exceed 60 m. For a cross section of
2.5 mm
2
, this should not exceed 100 m.
■ Use only AS/NZS 60245-4 compliant rubber insulated
cords.
■ Maintain normal safety precautions with appliances and
accessories as for use on normal reticulated normal
supply.
■ The product must not be connected to other power
sources except with the accessory advised by the
manufacturer or other products with the same model.
FUEL AND REFUELLING
■ Allow the product to cool down for five minutes before
refuelling.
■ Loosen the fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
■ Tighten the fuel cap securely after refuelling.
■ Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
■ Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
■ Store fuel in a container approved for petrol.
MAINTENANCE
■ When servicing, use only original replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.
■ Service and maintenance require extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified
service technician. For service and repair, contact an
authorised service centre.
■ You may only make adjustments and repairs described
in this manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised
service centre.
■ Before performing any maintenance, turn off the product
and ensure that the start lever is in the off position.
Ensure that the product has cooled down. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal injury
or could damage the product.
■ Protection switches or circuit breakers are vital for safety
and may only be replaced by an authorised service
centre.
■ Keep the product in a clean and dry environment where
it is not exposed to dust, dirt, moisture, or corrosive
vapours. Do not allow the cooling air slots in the product
to become clogged with foreign materials, such as
leaves, snow, etc.
■ Do not use a garden hose to clean the product. Water
entering the fuel system or other internal parts of the
product can cause problems that decrease the life of the
product.
■ Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance
and service life. Check the oil level before each use with
the product turned off and on a level surface. Use only
SAE 10W-30 engine oil. Non-detergent and 2-stroke
engine oils will damage the product.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Turn off the product, allow it to cool down, and empty the
fuel tank before storing or transporting.
■ Set the start lever in the off position.
■ Keep the product level to prevent fuel spillage.
■ Do not drop or strike the product or place under heavy
objects.
■ Store the product in a well-ventilated area with the fuel
tank empty. Fuel should not be stored near the product.
■ Empty the fuel tank, turn the start lever to the off position,
and restrain the product from moving before transporting
in a vehicle.
■ Secure the product from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.