Know Your Product; Operation - Ryobi RCS2340 Original Instructions Manual

retailers are designed specifically for chainsaw use
which give protection, good grip and also reduce the
effect of handle vibration.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about
these symptoms.
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 11.
1. Chain
2. Guide bar
3. Front hand guard/Chain brake
4. Front handle
5. Trigger release
6. Rear handle
7. Spiked bumper
8. Chain lubricant cap
9. Cord retainer
10. On/off trigger
11. Wood chips deflector
12. Wood chips deflector knob
13. Sprocket cover
14. Chain tensioner adjustment ring
15. Guide bar locking knob
16. Guide bar cover
17. Chain catcher
SAFETY DEVICES
Low kick-back saw chain
of a kickback event.
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 of 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 chainsaw
steady while cutting. When cutting, push the machine
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
and matching chain which is just long enough for the job.
Longer bars increase the risk of loss of control during
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sawing. Regularly check the chain tension. When cutting
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
rotating. When the chain brake lever/hand guard is pushed
towards the bar, the chain should stop immediately. A
risk of injury should the chain bar contact the operator's
tested before each use for correct operation in both the run
and brake positions.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION
See page 12-13. See page 24.
1. Loosen the guide bar locking knob slightly by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. To increase the chain tension, turn the chain tensioner
adjustment ring clockwise and check the chain tension
frequently. To reduce the chain tension, turn the chain
tensioner adjustment ring counterclockwise and check
the chain tension frequently.
3. The chain tension is correct when the gap between the
distance between the bar and the chain cutters.
4. Tighten the guide bar locking knob by turning it
clockwise.

OPERATION

ADDING CHAIN LUBRICATING OIL
See page 12.
WARNING
Never work without chain lubricant. If the saw chain is
running without lubricant, guide bar and saw chain can
be damaged. It is therefore essential to check the oil
level in the oil level gauge frequently and every time
before starting to use the chain saw.
1. Clear surface around the oil cap to prevent
contamination.
2. Unscrew and remove the cap from the oil tank.
3.
gauge. Ensure that no dirt enters the oil tank while
filling.
4.
any spillage.