Ryobi RYi2200H, Operator'S Manual

12 — English

OPERATION

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.

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Never use a generator inside homes, garages, 
crawlspaces, 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.

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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 
battery-backup 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: 

If this generator will be used 

only

 with cord and plug-

connected equipment, National Electric Code does 
not require that the unit be grounded. However, other 
methods of using the generator may require grounding 
to reduce the risk of shock or electrocution. Consult a 
qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or local agency 
having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances to find 
out if grounding is needed in your situation before using 
the generator. 

WARNING: 

Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you 
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second 
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING: 

Do not use any attachments or accessories not 
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The 
use of attachments or accessories not recommended 
can result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE:

This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has 
been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however, 
product users must comply with Federal, State, and local 
fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate au-
thorities. Contact customer service or a qualified service 
center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor.

NOTICE:

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, 
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, 
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not 
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts 
are replaced. Please contact customer service or a quali-
fied service center for assistance.

APPLICATIONS

This generator is designed to supply electrical power for 
operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools, 
and motor loads.

BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT

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  Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, 

and vents.

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  NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and 

windows are open.

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  Always position the generator on a flat firm surface.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

There may be General or State Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes or 
ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.  
Please consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or 
the local agency having jurisdiction:

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In some areas, generators are required to be registered 
with local utility companies.

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If the generator is used at a construction site, there may 
be additional regulations which must be observed.

USB CHARGING PORTS

See Figure 1.

The USB-dedicated charging ports will charge most USB-
compatible devices. 

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For MP3, cell phones, and other small USB devices (up 
to 1.9 Amp), connect to the top USB port.

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For tablets and high-charging current devices (up to 2.1 
Amps) connect to the bottom USB port.

NOTE: 

The USB-dedicated charging port provides power 

only; it does not provide any communication capabilities. A 
suitable USB cable must be provided by the user.