Chainsaw Safety Warnings; Service; Additional General Safety Warnings - Ryobi RCS1940 Instruction Manual

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool's
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc,
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.

SERVICE

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.

ADDITIONAL GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the
instructions to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
Ensure before each use that all controls and safety
devices function correctly. Do not use the power tool if
the "off" switch does not stop the motor.
Wear full eye and hearing protection, strong sturdy
gloves as well as head protection while operating the
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers or
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
bystanders, children, and animals at least 15 m away
Use of hearing protection reduces the ability to hear
of hearing injury and the potential for other persons to
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance and can
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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handles are properly and securely attached. Replace
any damaged parts before use.
Do not modify the machine in any way or use parts
and accessories which are not recommended by the
manufacturer.
If you need to use an extension cable ensure it is
suitable for outdoor use and has a current capacity
for damage, always uncoil it during use because coiled
cables can overheat.
affect other electrical products in the same power
line. Connect the product to a power supply with an
voltage fluctuations. Contact your electric power
supplier for further clarification.
If the machine is dropped, suffers heavy impact or begins
to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the machine and
inspect for damage or identify the cause of the vibration.
Any damage should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.

CHAINSAW SAFETY WARNINGS

Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
when the chainsaw is operating. Before you start
the chainsaw, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything. A moment of inattention while
operating chainsaws may cause entanglement of your
clothing or body with the saw chain.
Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand
on the rear handle and your left hand on the front
handle. Holding the chainsaw with a reversed hand
should never be done.
Hold the power tool by gripping surface only,
because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring
or its own cord. Saw chains contacting a "live" wire
Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further
protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet
is recommended.
reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental
contact with the saw chain.
Do not operate a chainsaw in a tree. Operation of
a chainsaw while up in a tree may result in personal
injury.
Always keep proper footing and operate the
chainsaw only when standing on fixed, secure and
level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as
ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the
chainsaw.
When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert
for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is
WARNING