Ryobi RYI2200 User Manual download pdf

WARNING:

This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product. All page references refer to

the operator’s manual.

RYi2200 QUICK START GUIDE

WARNING:

Do not connect to a building’s electrical

system unless the generator and transfer

switch have been properly installed and

the electrical output has been verified by

a qualified electrician. The connection

must isolate the generator power from

utility power and must comply with all

applicable laws and electrical codes.

Only use OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents.

NEVER use inside a home

or garage, EVEN IF doors

and windows are open.

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a

poison you cannot see or smell.

When preparing to store the generator, allow the unit to cool completely, then follow the guidelines

listed on page 16.

If you need more assistance, visit our website at

www.ryobitools.com or call us at 1-800-860-4050.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Engine will not start. Engine switch is off.

No fuel.

Stale gasoline or water in gasoline.

Lubricant level is low.

Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly

gapped.

Choke lever is in RUN position.

Engine stored without treating or draining

gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.

Dirty fuel filter.

Turn engine switch to ON.

Fill fuel tank.

Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.

Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff. If

engine lubricant level is low, it must be filled

before unit will start. Check engine lubricant

level and fill, if necessary.

Replace spark plug.

Move choke lever to START position.

Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh

gasoline.

Contact authorized service center.

Engine hard to start Water in gasoline.

Weak spark at spark plug.

Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.

Contact authorized service center.

Engine lacks power. Dirty air filter.

Engine stored without treating or draining

gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.

Check air filter element. Clean or replace as

needed.

Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh

gasoline.

AC receptacle does not work. Item plugged in is defective.

Overload indicator on (light solid)

Try a different item.

Push reset button.

DC receptacle does not work. Circuit protector engaged

Item plugged in is defective.

Remove any load from the generator. Turn the

on/off switch to OFF (O), then depress the DC

circuit breaker.

Try a different item.

Generator makes a “spark knock” or “ping-

ing” 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 gasoline

being used.

Switch to a different brand of gasoline, mak-

ing sure that the octane rating is 86 or higher.

If problem continues, contact your nearest

authorized service center.

If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance.

The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit:

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 unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service center.

FIRST TIME STARTING THE UNIT

IMPORTANT!

FIRST TIME STARTING THE UNIT (CONTINUED)

TROUBLESHOOTING

STORING THE UNIT

Turn the ENGINE/CHOKE LEVER to the CHOKE position.

Pull the engine recoil five (5) times to prime

the fuel system.

Fill the fuel tank per the Operator’s Manual instructions.

NOTICE:

Do not use E15 or E85

fuel (or fuel containing greater

than 10% ethanol) in this

product. It is a violation of federal law and will damage

the unit and void your warranty.

Press the AUTO IDLE SWITCH to the OFF

position.

STOPPING THE UNIT

Place ENGINE/CHOKE LEVER to the OFF position.

Connect devices to be powered by generator by following the steps below (see pages 8-9).

• Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (running) and surge (starting) watts for

the items you will power at the same time. See page 8 for how to calculate total amount of power

needed.

• Start the generator with nothing connected.

• Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the largest load you have.

• Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly and attached device operates

properly).

• Plug in and turn on the next load.

• Again, permit the generator to stabilize.

• Repeat previous two steps for each additional load.

IMPORTANT: Never add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge

loads in generator capacity. (See pages 8-9.)

USING THE GENERATOR

Add engine lubricant per the Operator’s

Manual instructions..

Pull the recoil starter until the engine starts.

Move the ENGINE/CHOKE LEVER to the RUN position.

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WARNING:This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and un