Ryobi RYi2322E Operation Manual - Page 18

OPERATION 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, 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 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: NEVER ignore an automatic shutoff event. IF AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF OCCURS - YOU MUST leave the area immediately and relocate to an open outdoor area. Ventilate the area thoroughly before occupying again. Ensure the generator is located in an open, outdoor area at least 20 feet away from all doors, windows, and occupied spaces. Always point exhaust away from occupied structures. Never run the generator in enclosed areas (e.g. not in a house or garage). Failure to follow these instructions can lead to carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning which can result in death or serious injury. WARNING: If this generator will be used only with cord and plugconnected equipment, National Electric Code does not require that the unit be grounded. However, other methods of using the generator may require grounding to reduce the risk of shock or electrocution. Consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances to find out if grounding is needed in your situation before using the generator. WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury. NOTICE: This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however, product users must comply with Federal, State, and local fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate authorities. Contact customer service or a qualified service center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor. NOTICE: Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance. APPLICATIONS This generator is designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools, and motor loads. BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT n Only use OUTSIDE and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors, and vents as recommended by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your specific home and/ or wind conditions may require additional distance. n NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open. n Always position the generator on a flat firm surface. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: There may be General or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator. Please consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency having jurisdiction:  In some areas, generators are required to be registered with local utility companies.  If the generator is used at a construction site, there may be additional regulations which must be observed. WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. 14 - English