THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI PRODUCT. all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. To ensure your safety and satisfaction, carefully read ● Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. through this OWNER’S MANUAL before using the Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving product.
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d) Do not cut above shoulder level. back so that you will not be struck when the tension e) Make sure the chain is always properly sharpened. in the wood fibers is released. DO NOT stand on the section of the tree limb which is being cut off. Follow the details regarding sharpening and maintenance contained in these instructions for a ●...
2. Never use the saw when the oil level is below the “Min” supply before starting assembly operations. mark. • CS-1840: Unscrew the guide bar fixing knob and remove the sprocket cover. (Fig. 1) Chain Lubrication Test (Fig.9) • CS-2040: Unscrew the chain tension locking knob and remove the sprocket cover.
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Chain Brake (Fig.10) Wood Under Tension In the event of kick-back, the chain brake will be actuated One must be very careful when sawing wood/trees which via the front finger guard. The front finger guard is pushed are under tension as there are much dangerous involved. forwards by the back of the hand and this causes the chain brake to stop the chain saw, or rather the motor, within Top side of wood under tension: Wood will spring up...
horizontal notching cut. • During bucking operations, stand on the uphill side so 1. Pick your escape route (or routes in case the intended that the cut-off section of the log cannot roll over you. route is blocked). Clear the immediate area around the •...
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Sprocket The sprocket is subjected to especially high wear and tear. If you notice deep wear marks on the teeth, the sprocket must be replaced. A worn sprocket curtails the service life of the saw chain. Have the sprocket replaced by an authorised service centre.