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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Manuel de l’opérateur

Manual del operador

PORTABLE GENERATOR

Générateur portable

Generador portàtil

RD906812A/RD906812B

Your generator has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator

safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this

product. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product.

Ce générateur a été conçu et fabriqué conformément à nos strictes

normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité d’utilisation.

Correctement entretenu, cet outil vous donnera des années de

fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.

AVERTISSEMENT :

Pour réduire les risques de blessures, l’utilisateur doit

lire et veiller à bien comprendre le manuel d’utilisation

avant d’employer ce produit. Si tous les avertissements

et toutes les consignes de sécurités et instructions du

manuel d’utilisation ne sont pas bien compris, ne pas

utiliser ce produit.

Su generador diseñado y fabricado de conformidad con nuestras

estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad de uso y seguri-

dad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le brindará muchos

años de sólido funcionamiento y sin problemas.

ADVERTENCIA:

Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y

comprender el manual del operador antes de usar este

producto. Guarde este manual del operador y estúdielo

frecuentemente para lograr un funcionamiento seguro y

continuo de este producto.

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GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA

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NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME

(CONNECTEUR NEUTRE RELIÉ AU CADRE, PUNTO

NEUTRO CONECTADO AL MARCO)

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NOTICE AVIS AVISO

Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or

fuel containing greater than 10%

ethanol) in this product. It is a

violation of federal law and will damage the unit and

void your warranty.

Ne pas utiliser d’essence E15 ou E85 (ou un carburant

contenant plus de 10 % d’éthanol) dans ce produit. Une

telle utilisation représente une violation de la loi fédérale

et endommagera l’appareil et annulera la garantie.

No utilice combustibles E15 o E85 (ni combustibles que

contengan más de 10 % de etanol) con este producto.

Esto constituye una violación a la ley federal, dañará la

unidad y anulará la garantía.

Summary of content (31 pages)

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To register your RIDGID product, please visit: http://register.RIDGID.com Pour enregistrer votre produit de RIDGID, s’il vous plaît la visite: http://register.RIDGID.com Para registrar su producto de RIDGID, por favor visita: http://register.RIDGID.com OPERATOR’S MANUAL Manuel de l’opérateur Manual del operador PORTABLE GENERATOR Générateur portable Generador portàtil RD906812A/RD906812B NOTICE AVIS AVISO Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel containing greater than 10% ethanol) in this product.
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See this fold-out section for all of the figures referenced in the operator’s manual. Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner toutes les figures mentionnées dans le manuel d’utilisation. Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver todas las figuras a las que se hace referencia en el manual del operador.
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Fig. 1 Fig. 2 A A - Reset button (bouton de réinitialisation, botón de reajuste) B - Test button (bouton de test, botón de prueba) B A A - Control panel cord (not provided) [cordon de panneau de commande (non fourni), cordón de panel de control (no incluido)] Fig. 3 I - 240 V AC 30 amp receptacle (prise 240 V C.A. 30 A, 240 V de CA 30 A receptáculo) J - AC circuit breaker (disjoncteur de C.A.
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Fig. 4 9 7 8 6 5 2 10 1234- Axle (essieu, eje) Wheel (roue, rueda) Washer (rondelle, arandela) Hitch pin (axe de blocage, pasador del enganche) 5 - Screw, 2 in. (vis, 2 po; tornillo, 2 pulg.) 6 - Washer (rondelle, arandela) 7 - Leg with rubber foot (pied avec patin en caoutchouc, pata con pie de goma) 8 - Nut (écrou, tuerca) 9 - Screw, 1 in. (vis, 1 po; tornillo, 1 pulg.) 10 - Engine lubricant (lubrifiant de moteur, lubricante para motor) Fig.
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Fig. 10 5/8 in. (po, pulg.) Fig. 13 Fig. 14 A B A 4-1/4 in. B (po, pulg.) A - Oil cap/dipstick (bouchon/ jauge d’huile, tapa de relleno de aceite/varilla medidora de aceite) B - Oil fill hole (orifice de remplissage d’huile, agujero de llenado de aceite) 1/4 in. (po, pulg.) Fig. 15 A A - Fuel cap (bouchon de carburant, tapa del tanque de combustible) B - Fuel tank (réservoir de carburant, tanque de combustible) C B A D Fig.
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Fig. 19 Fig. 17 A - Handle lock pin (goupille de blocage de la poignée, pasador de seguro del mango) B - Joined area (partie jointe, área acoplada) A B B C E A B A Fig.
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Fig. 22 Fig. 28 Fig. 25 A B OFF ENGINE SWITCH ENGINE SWITCH OFF PRESS AND HOLD MAINTENANCE Hz CIRCUIT BREAKER HRS A NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME A - Engine switch (commutateur du moteur, interruptor encendido/apagado del motor) Fig. 23 C A - Spark plug (bougie, bujía) B - Spark plug cap (capuchon de bougie, tapa de la bujía) Fig. 26 A A - Carburetor drain screw (vis de vidange du carburateur, tornillo de drenaje del carburador) Fig. 29 B A A D B Fig.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................... 2  Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................................................................3-4  Specific Safety Rules.....................................................................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.  Never use a generator inside homes, garages, crawlspaces, or other partly enclosed areas. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  Use only authorized replacement parts and accessories and follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.  Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this Operator’s Manual.  Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power hrs Hours Time gal Gallon Volume qt Quart Volume SAFETY LABELS DANGER The information below can be found on the generator.
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SYMBOLS FUEL WARNING DANGER No smoking when filling with gasoline. Do not overfill. Full level is 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck. Stop the engine for five minutes before refueling to avoid the heat from the muffler igniting fuel vapors. DANGER PELIGRO Risk of Fire. Check for any fuel overflow or leaking. Stop the engine before refueling. Risque d’incendie. Vérifier l'absence de débordement ou de fuite de carburant. Arrêter le moteur avant de fair le plein. Riesgo de incendio.
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ELECTRICAL ELECTRIC MOTOR LOADS It is characteristic of common electric motors in normal operation to draw up to six times their running current while starting. This table may be used to estimate the watts required to start electric motors; however, if an electric motor fails to start or reach running speed, turn off the appliance or tool immediately to avoid equipment damage. Always check the requirements of the tool or appliance being used compared to the rated output of the generator. Motor Size (H.P.
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ELECTRICAL Example: Running Watts* Additional Starting Watts* Quartz Work Light (1000 Watt) 1000 0 Reciprocating Saw 960 960 Drill (1/2 inch, 5.4 amps) 600 900 Tool or Appliance Circular Saw (Heavy Duty, 7-1/4 in.) Demolition hammer 2300 600 4560 Total Running Watts 1200 2300 Highest Starting Watts 4560 + 2300 Total Starting Watts Needed 6860 Do not overload the generator’s capacity.
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Engine Type........................Yamaha MZ360, 4 Stroke, OHV Maximum Output....................................................8,500 W Rated Frequency.........................................................60 Hz Fuel Volume................................................................. 8 gal. GENERATOR Rated Voltage......................................................120V/240V Rated Amps...................................................... 56.7A/28.
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FEATURES RECOIL STARTER GRIP REMOVABLE CONTROL PANEL The recoil starter is pulled to start the machine. The removable control panel can be wall-mounted for use with the RDEC25 control panel cord (not provided) for operation in a variety of locations. ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product requires assembly. Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING LEGS CONNECTING BATTERY See Figure 6.  Locate the following items: Legs with rubber feet (left and right) 6 washers (1/4 in.) 6 lock nuts 4 screws (2 in.) 2 screws (1 in.) See Figure 8. The battery cables must be connected before the electric start feature of the generator can be operated.  Connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal first, then connect the black wire to the negative (−) terminal using the bolts, nuts, and washers provided.
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OPERATION APPLICATIONS 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.  Never use a generator inside homes, garages, crawlspaces, or other partly enclosed areas. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas.
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OPERATION OXYGENATED FUELS CHECKING/ADDING LUBRICANT See Figure 13. NOTICE: Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel containing greater than 10% ethanol) in this product. It is a violation of federal law and will damage the unit and void your warranty. NOTICE: Attempting to start the engine before it has been properly filled with lubricant will result in equipment failure. Engine lubricant has a major influence on engine performance and service life.
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OPERATION NOTE: You must push the off switch and hold it until the engine has fully stopped. The removable control panel has two 120 Volt duplex GFCI power outlets with outlet covers. Each duplex outlet has a Test and a Reset push button. NOTE: The GFCI outlets may be shown without their covers for clearer instruction of this feature’s operation. Use only with RDEC25 control panel cord (not provided). Do not exceed separation length of 75 ft. or a combination of three RDEC25 control panel cords.
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OPERATION LIFTING THE GENERATOR See Figure 20.  Fold the handle to the down position. Never lift or carry this product using the handle. 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. STARTING THE ENGINE See Figures 21 - 22. NOTICE: On a level surface with the engine off, check the lubricant level before each use of the generator.  Unplug all loads from the generator.
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: WARNING: Do not change engine lubricant while it is hot. Accidental contact with hot engine lubricant could result in serious burns. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage. Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at an authorized service center.
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MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTOR See Figure 26.  Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace if necessary. To purchase a replacement spark arrestor contact RIDGID customer service at 1-866-539-1710.  Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrestor screen as needed. DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR See Figures 27 - 28. To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing. DRAINING THE FUEL TANK REPLACING FUEL FILTER See Figure 29.
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MAINTENANCE BATTERY REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of batteries properly. 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. This product uses lead acid batteries.
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: If a separate engine manual is provided for this generator, please follow the maintenance schedule provided in the engine manual instead of the maintenance information listed below.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine will not start. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No fuel. Fill fuel tank. Stale gasoline or water in gasoline. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel. Lubricant level is low. Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff. If engine lubricant level is low, it must be filled before unit will start. Check engine lubricant level and fill, if necessary. Fuel valve is OFF. Turn fuel valve ON. Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly Replace spark plug. gapped.
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WARRANTY RIDGID® GENERATOR 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting warranty service. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: Generator Technical Service at (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.
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WARRANTY ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC., FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U.S. EPA, Environment Canada, and One World Technologies, Inc., are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system’s warranty on your small off-road equipment. New equipment that uses small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the stringent evaporative standards. One World Technologies, Inc.
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WARRANTY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA — SPARK IGNITED SMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT (SORE) WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA hereby warrants that new Yamaha Spark Ignited Small Off Road Engines, hereafter called SORE engines, purchased from an authorized Yamaha SORE engine dealer in the continental United States will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period of time stated herein, subject to certain stated limitations.
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WARRANTY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA SMALL OFF ROAD ENGINES CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2013 Small Off Road Engine (SORE). In California, new SORE engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.