Ryobi RYI2200 - Manual (Page 14)

10 — English
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR GENERATOR
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the product and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
120 V AC RECEPTACLES
Your generator has two single phase, 60 Hz outlets that are
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp receptacles. These can be used for
operating appropriate appliances, electrical lighting, tools,
and motor loads.
AIR FILTERS
The air filters help to limit the amount of dirt and dust drawn
into the unit during operation.
AUTO IDLE SWITCH
The auto idle switch is used to control the speed of the
engine and conserve fuel. When the switch is in the
ON (I)
position and no appliances are connected to the unit, the
engine will idle. If an appliance is added, the engine speed
will increase to power the item. If the appliance is removed,
the engine will return to idle.
BATTERY CHARGING CABLE
The battery charging cable makes it easy to charge 12 Volt
lead acid batteries with the generator.
NOTE: Only use battery charging cable to charge vented
wet lead acid batteries.
CARRY HANDLES
The generator is equipped with two carry handles for easy
transport. Both handles should be used to carry the gen-
erator.
DC CIRCUIT BREAKER
The circuit breaker is provided to protect the generator
against electrical overload.
DC RECEPTACLE
Your generator has a 12 volt, 7.5 Amp DC receptacle for
charging lead acid batteries.
ENGINE/CHOKE LEVER
The engine/choke lever is used when starting, stopping, and
running the engine.
WARNING:
The 12 V DC receptacle is designed to charge vented
wet lead acid batteries only. Other types of batteries may
burst, causing personal injury and damage.
FUEL TANK
The fuel tank has a capacity of 1.0 gallon.
GROUND TERMINAL
The ground terminal is used to assist in properly ground-
ing the generator to help protect against electrical shock.
Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements
in your area.
LED DISPLAY
LEDs provide feedback to indicate whether the generator is
in use, overloaded, or in need of lubricant.
OIL CAP/DIPSTICK
Remove the oil fill cap to check and add lubricant to the
generator when necessary.
PARALLEL KIT TERMINALS
The non-polarized parallel kit terminals are used with a
parallel kit (sold separately) that will allow generators to be
linked together to increase output.
NOTE: Read and understand the parallel kit’s instructions
prior to use. Kit is for usage with this unit only.
RESET BUTTON
The reset button is used to restore power if an overload
occurs. To restore power, depress the reset button.
RETRACTABLE HANDLE
The generator is equipped with a retractable handle that can
be adjusted for storage and transportation.
STARTER GRIP AND ROPE
The starter grip and rope is used (along with the engine/
choke lever) to start the generator’s engine.