Ryobi RCS5133CB Original Instructions Manual page 11

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Protective gloves available from professional chainsaw
retailers are designed specifically for chainsaw use and
give protection and good grip. Gloves also reduce the
effect of handle vibration. These gloves should comply
with EN381-7 and must be CE marked.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 316.
PARTS
1. Front hand guard/Chain brake
2. Front handle
3. Engine cover
4. Air filter cover
5. Air filter
6. Primer bulb
7. Choke lever
8. Chain
9. Starter grip
10. Guide bar
11. Trigger release
12. Chain lubricant cap
13. Silencer
14. Carburettor adjustment
15. Rear handle
16. Throttle trigger
17. Fuel mix cap
18. On/Off switch
19. Starter assembly
20. Spiked bumper
21. Chain catcher
22. Pre-filter
23. Fan housing baffle
SAFETY DEVICES
LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN
A low-kickback saw chain helps to reduce the possibility of
a kickback event.
The rakers (depth gauges) ahead of each cutter can
minimize the force of a kickback reaction by preventing the
cutters from digging in too deeply. Only use replacement
guide bar and chain combinations recommended by the
manufacturer.
As saw chains are sharpened, they lose some the low
kickback qualities and extra caution is required. For your
safety, replace saw chains when cutting performance
decreases.
SPIKED BUMPER
The integral bumper spike may be used as a pivot when
making a cut. It helps to keep the body of the product steady
while cutting. When cutting, push the product forward until
the spikes dig into the edge of the wood, then by moving
the rear handle up or down in the direction of the cutting line
it can help ease the physical strain of cutting.
GUIDE BARS
Generally, guide bars with small radius tips have somewhat
lower potential for kickback. Only use replacement
guide bar and chain combinations recommended by the
manufacturer. The use of unrecommended guide bars
increase the risk of loss of control during sawing. Regularly
check the chain tension. When cutting smaller branches
(less than the full length of the guide bar) the chain is more
likely to be thrown off if the tension is not correct.
CHAIN BRAKE
Chain brakes are designed to quickly stop the chain
rotation. When the chain brake lever/hand guard is pushed
towards the bar, the chain should stop immediately. A
Chain brake does not prevent kickback. It only lowers the
risk of injury should the chain bar contact the operators
body during a kickback event. The chain brake should be
tested before each use for correct operation in both the run
and brake positions.
CHAIN CATCHER
A chain catcher prevents the saw chain from being thrown
back towards the operator if the saw chain comes loose
or breaks.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
To reduce the risk of injury, user must
read and understand operator's manual
before using this product.
Wear eye, hearing and head protection
when operating this equipment.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective
gloves when handling the chainsaw.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when
using the product.
Hold and operate the saw properly with
both hands.
Do not operate the saw using only one
hand.
Danger! Beware of kickback.
Use unleaded petrol intended for motor
vehicle use with an octane rating of 91
([R+M]/2) or higher.
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