Important Safety Instructions - Ryobi RIG2000PC Operator's Manual

INTRODUCTION
This product has many features for making its use
more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the design
of this product, making it easy to maintain and operate.
DANGER
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR (See Figure 1)
In Australia and New Zealand, grounding of portable
generators is not recommended or required. Consult
with local electricians to determine grounding
requirements before operating with a ground
connection.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER:
Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors
can kill you in minutes.
Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon
monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see
or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust,
you are breathing CO. But even if you cannot
smell the exhaust, you could be breathing CO.
 Never use a generator inside homes, garages,
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crawlspaces, or other partly enclosed areas.
Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build
up in these areas. Using a fan or opening
windows and doors does NOT supply enough
fresh air.
 Only use a generator outdoors and far away
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from open windows, doors, and vents. These
openings can pull in generator exhaust.
Even when you use a generator correctly, CO
may leak into the home. ALWAYS use a battery-
powered or battery-backup CO alarm in the
home.
If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the
generator has been running, move to fresh air
RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You could have
carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electrocution, fire, and/or carbon monoxide
poisoning, which will cause death or serious
injury.
WARNING:
Before using the ground terminal, consult a
qualified electrician to comply with the intended
use of the generator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions that should
be followed during installation and maintenance of the
generator and batteries.
 Do not connect to a building's electrical system unless
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the generator and transfer switch have been properly
installed and the electrical output has been verifi ed by
a qualifi ed electrician. The connection must isolate the
generator power from utility power and must comply
with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use

this unit.
 Do not start or operate the engine in a confi ned space,

building, near open windows, or in other unventilated
space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and
extremely dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness
or death.
 Never start or run the engine inside a closed or partially

enclosed area. Breathing exhaust fumes will kill you.
 Wear eye protection as well as hearing protection when

operating this equipment.
 Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 3 m
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away.
 Wear sturdy and dry shoes or boots. Do not operate

while barefoot.
 Do not operate the generator when you are tired or
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under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
 Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts
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and all hot surfaces of the unit.
 Product users in some states, must comply with fi re

prevention regulations. This product is equipped
with a spark arrestor in accordance with Australian
requirements.
 Do not touch bare wire or receptacles.
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 Do not use the generator with electrical cords which
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are worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged.
 Before storing, allow the engine to cool and drain fuel

from the unit.
 Do not operate or store the generator in rain, snow, or
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wet weather.
 Store the generator in a well-ventilated area with the
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fuel tank empty. Fuel should not be stored near the
generator.
 Empty the fuel tank, turn the engine/choke lever to the

off position and restrain the unit from moving before
transporting in a vehicle.
 Allow engine to cool for fi ve minutes before refuelling.
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 To reduce the risk of fi re and burn injury, handle fuel
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with care. It is highly fl ammable.
 Do not smoke while handling fuel.
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 Store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
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