Unpacking And Assembly; Adding Engine Oil - Ryobi RG-2100I Owner's Operating Manual

UNPACKING
Caution! This packaging contains sharp objects.
Carefully unpack your generator. This generator is
heavy (20kg) and may require two (2) people to lift.
Remove the machine, together with the
accessories supplied, from the packaging. Check
carefully to ensure that the machine is in good
condition and account for all the accessories listed
in this manual. Also make sure that all the
accessories are complete. If any parts are found to
be missing, the machine and its accessories should
be returned together in their original packaging to
the retailer.
WARNING! The generator is supplied without oil
and must be filled before first use, failure to do so
will invalidate your guarantee.
Oil capacity – approximately 400ml
Oil type – SAE 10W-30 or SAE 15W-40 4-stroke
motor oil. Non-detergent or 2-stroke engine oils will
damage the engine and should not be used.
Always check oil level before using.
Always use fresh clean oil.
Change oil every 50 hours or every 3 months.
If contaminated (dirty) or old (stale) oil is used any
damage caused will not be covered under
warranty.
NOTE: This generator is fitted with an oil cut out
switch and red warning light. If the oil level is empty
or low then the generator WILL NOT start or run
and the low oil light will glow when the recoil is
pulled.
Always check the oil level before starting the
generator.
Never check or add oil while the generator is
running.
1. Ensure that engine is OFF when filling oil.
2. Remove the 4 access panel screws with a
screwdriver and then remove panel, Fig.1.
3. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, Fig 2.
4. Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not
re-thread. Remove dipstick again and check
the oil level. The oil level should fall within the
UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY
Do not throw the packaging away, keep it safe
throughout the guarantee period, then recycle if
possible, otherwise dispose of it by the proper
means. Do not let children play with empty plastic
bags due to the risk of suffocation.
ASSEMBLY
This generator requires no assembly, however the
motor requires oil, SAE 10W-30 or SAE 15W-40, to
be added to the sump before you can use, refer to
the below instructions for specific details.

ADDING ENGINE OIL

level indicator area on the dipstick. If level is
low, add engine oil until the fluid level rises to
the upper portion of the level indicator area on
the dipstick (Fig.2). Replace and secure the oil
cap/dipstick and return the generator to the
stand position.
WARNING! Over filling the oil can damage the
generator, this damage will not be covered under
warranty.
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2