Ryobi RYi2322E Operation Manual - Page 7

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, crawl- spaces, 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 batterybackup 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 could result in electrocution, fire, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning, which can cause death or serious injury. WARNING: In some applications, National Electric Code requires generator to be grounded to an approved earth ground. Before using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the ­generator. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions for this product that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator.  Do not connect to a building's electrical system unless the generator and transfer switch have been properly installed and the electrical output has been verified by a qualified 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 confined 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.  Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 10 feet away.  Wear sturdy and dry shoes or boots. Do not operate while barefoot.  Do not operate generator when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.  Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.  Do not touch bare wire or receptacles.  Do not use generator with electrical cords which are worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged.  Before storing, allow the engine to cool for 30 minutes and drain fuel from the unit.  Do not operate or store the generator in rain, snow, or wet weather.  Store the generator in a well-ventilated area with the fuel tank empty. Fuel should not be stored near the g­ enerator.  Empty fuel tank, turn the EASY START dial to the OFF/ STORAGE position and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.  Provide a plastic sheet or absorbent pad below the generator to catch any drips of fuel or lubricant when transporting.  To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.  Do not smoke while handling fuel.  Store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.  Position the unit on level ground, stop engine, and allow to cool for 5 minutes before refueling.  Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.  Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.  Wipe spilled fuel from the unit.  Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circumstances.  Generators vibrate in normal use. During and after the use of the generator, inspect the generator as well as extension cords and power supply cords connected to it for damage resulting from vibration. Have damaged items repaired or replaced as necessary. Do not use plugs or cords that show signs of damage such as broken or cracked insulation or damaged blades.  For power outages, permanently installed stationary generators are better suited for providing back-up power to the home. Even a properly connected portable generator can become overloaded. This may result in overheating or stressing the generator components, possibly leading to generator failure. 3 - English