Troubleshooting – Ryobi RYCI2001 User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTINg
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE cAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine will not start.
Engine/choke lever is in run position.
No fuel.
Stale gasoline or water in gasoline.
Lubricant level is low.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly 
gapped.
Engine stored without treating or 
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad 
gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter.
Move engine/choke lever to start position.
Fill fuel tank.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh 
fuel.
Check engine lubricant level and fill, if 
 necessary.
Replace spark plug.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with 
fresh gasoline.
 
Replace fuel filter or contact authorized 
service center or contact authorized 
service center.
Engine lacks power.
Engine stored without treating or 
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad 
gasoline.
Dirty air filter.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with 
fresh gasoline. If problem continues, 
contact your nearest authorized service 
center.
Clean or replace as needed.
DC receptacle does not work.
Circuit protector engaged
 
 
Item plugged in is defective.
Remove any load from the generator. 
Turn the auto idle switch to off, then 
depress the DC circuit breaker. 
Try a different item.
AC receptacle does not work.
Item plugged in is defective.
Generator is overloaded.
Try a different item.
Remove loads and press the reset 
button.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit: 
	
Hard starting or stalling after starting
Rough idle
Misfiring or backfiring under load
Afterburning (backfiring)
Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service center.