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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine will not start.
Battery not charged.
Check engine indicator light is on.
Engine switch is OFF.
No fuel.
Stale gasoline or water in gasoline.
Lubricant level is low.
Fuel valve is OFF.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly
gapped.
Engine stored without treating or draining
gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter.
Charge battery.
Contact a qualified service center.
Turn engine switch to ON.
Fill fuel tank.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.
Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff.
If engine lubricant level is low, it must be
filled before unit will start. Check engine
lubrincant level and fill, if necessary.
Turn fuel valve ON.
Replace spark plug.
Drain fuel. Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Replace fuel filter or contact a qualified
service center.
Engine hard to start.
Water in gasoline.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.
Replace spark plug or contact a qualified
service center.
Engine lacks power.
Dirty air filter.
Check engine indicator light is on.
Engine stored without treating or draining
gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.
Check air filter element. Clean or replace
as needed.
Contact a qualified service center.
Drain fuel. Refuel with fresh gasoline. If
problem continues, contact a qualified
service center.
Electric start feature not working. Battery wires are disconnected.
Battery is not charged.
Engine battery charge circuit fuse is blown.
Connect the battery wires.
Charge the battery.
Replace the engine battery charge circuit
fuse.
AC receptacle does not work.
Circuit breaker is tripped.
GFCI is tripped.
Item plugged in is defective.
Reset the AC circuit breaker.
Reset the GFCI.
Try a different item.
Generator makes a “spark
knock” or “pinging” noise.
An occasional light “knocking” or “pinging”
under heavy load is not a cause for concern.
However, if the knocking or pinging oc-
curs under normal load at a steady engine
speed, the problem may be with the brand
of gasoline being used.
Switch to a different brand of gasoline,
making sure that the octane rating is 86
or higher. If problem continues, contact a
qualified service center.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.
NOTICE
:
As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the
Maintenance
section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing
to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause ir-
reversible engine damage and/or void your warranty.
TROUBLESHOOTING
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty for personal,
family, or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
For warranty details, visit www.ryobitools.com or call (toll free) 1-800-860-4050.