Ryobi RYI2011T - Manual (Page 21)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Engine will not start. The on/off switch is on OFF (O).
No fuel.
Lubricant level is low.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly
gapped.
Choke lever is in RUN position.
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad
gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter.
Turn the on/off switch to ON (I).
Fill fuel tank.
Check engine lubricant level and fill, if
necessary.
Replace spark plug.
Move choke lever to START position.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline.
Contact authorized service center.
Engine lacks power. Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad
gasoline.
Dirty air filter.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline. If problem continues,
contact your nearest authorized service
center.
Clean or replace as needed.
DC receptacle does not work. Circuit protector engaged
Item plugged in is defective. Remove any load from the generator.
Turn the on/off switch to
OFF (O), then
depress the DC circuit breaker. See
Figure 20.
Try a different item.
AC receptacle does not work. Item plugged in is defective. Try a different item.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit:

Hard starting or stalling after starting
 Rough idle
 Misfiring or backfiring under load
 Afterburning (backfiring)
 Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service center.