RIDGID RD906500P Série Manuel De L'opérateur page 21

OPERATION
Maintenance Warning System
At every 100 hours of use, the GenSmart
tem will display a flashing message informing the operator
to service the engine. To reset this message, push and hold
the reset button located underneath the GenSmart
for 5 seconds.
NOTE: Be careful to only press and hold the reset button
when you want the maintenance panel to be reset.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 11 - 13.
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 fuel valve to the ON position.
 Move the choke lever left to the START position.
NOTE: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the choke lever right to the RUN position.
 Pull the recoil starter grip until the engine runs (a maximum
of 6 times).
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
 Allow the engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then move
the choke lever right to the RUN position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figure 14.
 Remove any load from the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 To turn the engine off, press and hold the OFF switch until
the engine stops.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet
of clearance on all sides of this product, including
overhead. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of "cool
down" time before storage. Heat created by muffler
and exhaust gases could be hot enough to cause
serious burns and/or ignite combustible objects.
MOVING THE GENERATOR
monitoring sys- See Figure 15.
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 Raise the handle to the up position.
 Remove any load from the generator.
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 Press and hold the OFF switch until the engine stops.
 Close the fuel valve.
 With your foot on the rear of the frame, tilt the machine
 Allow 30 minutes of "cool down" time before storing the
LIFTING THE GENERATOR
See Figure 16.
 Fold the handle to the down position. Never lift or carry
NOTE: This tool is heavy and requires several people to lift.
To avoid back injury, keep your knees bent and lift with your
legs, not your back, and get help when needed.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
Specific modifications are needed for high-altitude operation.
Please contact your authorized service center for important
information regarding these modifications. Operating this
engine without the proper altitude modification may increase
the engine's emissions and decrease fuel economy and
performance.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
15 — English
toward you until it balances on the wheels, then roll the
machine to the desired location.
machine.
this product using the handle.
WARNING:
This product, its exhaust, and other substances
that may become airborne from its use may contain
chemicals, including lead, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.