Ryobi RYi2322E Operation Manual - Page 24

MAINTENANCE The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on the model purchased. Please contact your nearest service dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for your model. To clean the spark arrestor:  Loosen the screws on the rear panel. Remove the rear panel and set aside.  Remove the screw securing the spark arrestor in place.  Remove the spark arrestor and gently clean using a wire brush.  Replace the spark arrestor and rear panel. Ensure that all screws are tightened securely. DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR See Figures 16 - 17. To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing. DRAINING THE FUEL TANK NOTICE: Remove all lubricant from the unit before draining the fuel tank. Failure to do so could cause damage to the unit. n Remove the fuel cap. n Tilt the generator and allow fuel to drain from the fuel tank into an approved container. n When the fuel has drained from the tank, replace the fuel cap. DRAINING THE CARBURETOR n Loosen the knob at the side of the engine cover. Remove cover and set aside. n Place the EASY START dial in the ON position. n Pull the carburetor drain tube out of the spout on the generator base and place into a container suitable to catch fuel. n Loosen the carburetor drain screw and allow fuel to drain completely into the container. n Retighten drain screw securely. n Reinstall the carburetor drain tube into the drain spout on the generator base. WARNING: Make sure the drain tube is fully seated into the drain spout. Failure to fully seat the drain tube could allow fuel to leak into the bottom of the generator housing, which could cause serious personal injury and property damage. n Place the EASY START dial in the OFF/STORAGE position. NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel. TRANSPORTING n Place the EASY START dial in the OFF/STORAGE position. n Make sure engine and exhaust of unit is cool. n Keep unit level to prevent fuel spillage. n Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects. n If transporting in a vehicle, drain the fuel tank, place the EASY START dial in the OFF/STORAGE position, and securely restrain the generator.  Provide a plastic sheet or absorbent pad below the generator to catch any drips of fuel or lubricant. STORAGE When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool for 30 minutes then follow the guidelines below. Always store the generator standing on its feet. Never store the unit on its side or in a vertical position. Always remove the battery pack from the generator before storing the unit. STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING Less than 2 months  Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ­ordinances. 2 months to 1 year  Drain fuel from carburetor.  Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ­ordinances. 1 year or more  Drain fuel from the carburetor.  Remove spark plug.  Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ­ordinances.  Put a tablespoon of engine lubricant into the spark plug cylinder. Turn the engine slowly with the pull rope to distribute the lubricant.  Reinstall spark plug.  Change engine lubricant. NOTE: If storing gasoline in suitable container for later use, make sure gasoline has been treated with fuel stabilizer according to stabilizer manufacturer's instructions. 20 - English