Ryobi RY906300LP Manuel D'utilisation page 23

TESTING CYLINDER CONNECTION FOR
LEAKS
See Figure 17.
DANGER:
DO NOT smoke or use an open flame during leak test. If
a leak is present, the gas could ignite and result in seri-
ous personal injury.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always check for gas
leaks any time the propane cylinder is disconnected and
then reconnected.
Connections on the hose and regulator were tested at the
factory to ensure no gas leaks were present. After installing
a propane cylinder, check for leaks at the cylinder connec-
tion before use.
 Turn the generator engine switch OFF ( O ).
 Make sure the propane connection hose is properly con-
nected to the propane cylinder.
 Turn handwheel counterclockwise to open the cylinder
valve.
NOTE: If you hear a rushing sound, immediately turn off
the cylinder valve. This sound means there is a major leak
at the connection. Correct the problem before proceeding.
 Using a clean paint brush and a 50/50 mixture of mild
soap and water, brush soapy solution over the connection
at the propane cylinder.
 "Growing" bubbles indicate a leak. Close the cylinder
valve and retighten connection.
NOTE: If leaks cannot be stopped, do not try to repair.
Replace the propane cylinder.
 If you are not using the generator immediately after the
leak test, close the cylinder valve by turning the valve
clockwise.
SAFETY TIPS WHEN USING A PROPANE
CYLINDER TO FUEL GENERATOR
 Before opening the propane cylinder valve, check the
coupling nut for tightness and perform a leak test as
described in the Assembly section.
 When generator is not in use, turn off engine switch and
close the cylinder valve.
 If the regulator frosts, immediately turn off the generator
and close the cylinder valve. This indicates a problem with
the propane cylinder and it should not be used. Return
the cylinder to the supplier.
OPERATION
DIGITAL DISPLAY
See Figure 18.
Press and release the mode button to cycle through the
following displays:
Voltage (V) displays the operating voltage of the generator.
Frequency (F) displays the frequency in hertz at which the
generator is running.
The Run/Maintenance Timer displays the amount of time
the generator has run since being started. This timer resets
each time the generator is shut off.
When a cumulative run time of 25 hours has been reached,
P25 will display on the meter as a reminder to change the
engine lubricant after the initial 25 hours of run time.
When a cumulative time of 50 hours is reached, P50 will
display on the meter to remind you to clean the air filter.
When a cumulative time of 100 hours is reached, P100 will
display on the meter to remind you to change/clean the fuel
filter, clean the air filter, and change the engine lubricant.
ELECTRIC START
This generator model is provided with both electric start and
recoil start capabilities. Avoid prolonged cranking, as it can
damage the engine.
The battery provided is a nominal 12 volt sealed rechargeable
lead-acid battery and can be operated in any position without
leakage. It complies with non-spillable battery regulations.
Its convenient size offers a 30% reduction over conventional
batteries.
NOTE: Brand new generators are shipped with the battery
connections disconnected. The positive and negative
terminals must be connected to the battery before the Electric
Start feature will work.
For initial battery connection, see Connecting/Disconnecting
Battery.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 19 - 20.
NOTICE:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the lubricant
level before each use of the generator.
NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not
start or may shut down during operation.
 Unplug all loads from the generator.
 Turn the engine switch ON ( l ).
 Make sure the propane cylinder is tested and installed as
described in the Assembly section, then open the cylinder
valve completely.
 Move the choke lever to the START position.
 If the engine is cold, press the primer button one time.
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