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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Electric Chainsaw
RCS1940

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  • Page 1 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Electric Chainsaw RCS1940...
  • Page 2 Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, operating and maintaining this machine. Subject to technical modification.
  • Page 3 Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or WARNING moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase When using the product, the safety rules must be followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders, you When operating a power tool outdoors, use an must read and fully understand these instructions before extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
  • Page 4 and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. handles are properly and securely attached. Replace any damaged parts before use. users. Do not modify the machine in any way or use parts Maintain power tools.
  • Page 5 ADDITIONAL CHAINSAW SAFETY WARNINGS Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw when operating the product the first time. chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. properly fitted and are in good condition. Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the chainsaw switched off and away from your body.
  • Page 6 installing or removing attachments – – – etc. The operator needs to be aware and in control of Chainsaw jackets for upper body protection – Do not cut with your body in line with the guide bar INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING THE PROPER TECH- prevent the chain coming into contact with your head NIQUES FOR BASIC FELLING, LIMBING, AND CROSS- or body.
  • Page 7 second notch is being made. Cutting springpoles See page 20. See page 17 - 18. A springpole is any log, branch, rooted stump, or sapling which is bent under tension by other wood so that it springs On a fallen tree, a rooted stump has a high potential of cut to separate the log from the stump.
  • Page 8 upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to safety, replace saw chains when cutting performance decreases. are all thought to contribute to the development of these Spiked bumper Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating steady while cutting. When cutting, push the machine warm.
  • Page 9 Fit guide bar cover before storing the unit, or during Recommended chain lubricating oil transportation. For transportation, secure the machine against The manufacturer recommends you use only Ryobi movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the machine. HOLDING THE CHAIN SAW MAINTENANCE See page 13.
  • Page 10 Chain tension Before each use and dull chain is replaced with a new one, available from your authorised Ryobi service centre. The part number is available in the product specification table in this Chain sharpness Before each use, visual manual.
  • Page 11 Remove plug from the mains immediately before maintenance or if cable is damaged or cut Waste electrical products should not avoid contact with bar tip. be disposed of with household waste. Do not expose to rain or damp condition. Note Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.
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  • Page 14 3-4 mm...
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  • Page 19 5 cm / 2 in 5 cm / 2 in...
  • Page 25 3-4 mm...
  • Page 26 3-4 mm...
  • Page 30 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS VIBRATION LEVEL The declared vibration value has been measured with a Rated power standard test method and may be used to compare one tool with another. Rated voltage The declared vibration value may be used in a preliminary Guide bar length assessment of exposure.
  • Page 31 Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd.

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