Ryobi RYi4022X Operator's Manual page 19

When adding gas to the generator, make sure the unit is
sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the
generator cool for five minutes before adding gas. ALWAYS
fill the fuel tank outdoors with the machine turned off.
 Move the easy start lever to the OFF position.
 Remove the fuel cap slowly.
 Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck.
 Replace and secure the fuel cap.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove
fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot
engine. Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level sur-
face and only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let
the unit cool for at least five minutes before adding fuel.
After fueling, immediately replace fuel cap and tighten
securely. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open
flames and sparks! Failure to follow these instructions
could result in a fire and cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 86 or higher. Never use old, stale, or contaminated
gasoline, and do not use an oil/gas mixture. Do not allow dirt
or water into the fuel tank. Do not use E85 fuel.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 9 - 10.
NOTICE:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the lubricant
level before each use of the generator.
NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not
start or may shut down during operation.
 Unplug all loads from the generator.
 Move the easy start lever to the START position.
NOTE: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the easy start lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the recoil starting grip until the engine runs.
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
 Allow the engine to run for 15–30 seconds, then move
the easy start lever to the RUN position.
OPERATION
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figure 9.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
 Remove any load from the generator.
 Move the easy start lever to the OFF position.
To stop the unit quickly in an emergency:
 Move the easy start lever to the OFF position.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet of clear-
ance on all sides of this product, including overhead.
Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of "cool down" time
before storage. Heat created by muffler and exhaust
gases could be hot enough to cause serious burns and/
or ignite combustible objects.
MOVING THE GENERATOR
See Figure 11.
 Turn off the generator.
 Raise the handle to the up position.
 Disconnect any equipment that is plugged into the gen-
erator.
 Verify the easy start lever is in the OFF position.
 Allow 30 minutes of "cool down" time before storing the
machine. Make sure engine and exhaust of unit are cool.
 With your foot on the rear of the frame, tilt the machine
toward you until it balances on the wheels, then roll the
machine to the desired location.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
Your engine is configured for operation below altitudes of
2,000 feet for 099930628, or 3,000 feet for 099930627 at
the factory. Your engine must be reconfigured for operation
above the preconfigured altitude. Operating the engine
with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may
increase its emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade
performance, and cause irreversible damage. Engines
configured for high altitude operation cannot be operated
in standard altitude conditions. A qualified service center
should ensure that your engine is properly configured for
your location.
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