Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or IMPORTANT! moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase It is essential that you read the instructions in this the risk of electric shock. manual before assembling, operating, and maintaining When operating a power tool outdoors, use an ■...
the power tool before making any adjustments, range may damage the battery and increase the risk changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such of fire. preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting SERVICE the power tool accidentally. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair ■...
■ Cut wood only. Do not use chainsaw for purposes and first aid. Keep these instructions safe for later use. not intended. For example: do not use chainsaw ■ Chainsaws are potentially dangerous tools. Accidents for cutting metal, plastic, masonry or non-wood involving the use of chainsaws often result in loss of building materials.
■ Safety helmet The product pulls away (forward motion) when cutting on the bottom edge of the bar. The product pushes backwards should comply with EN 397 and be CE marked – (towards the operator) when cutting along the top edge. ■...
Do not attempt to fell trees which are rotten or have been raised and supported by the use of limbs, logs or chocks. damaged by wind, fire, lightning, etc. This is extremely Follow the simple directions for easy cutting. When the log dangerous and should only be completed by professional is supported along its entire length, it is cut from the top tree surgeons.
springing back to the upright position during the bucking ■ Consequences of improper maintenance, removal, or cut to separate the log from the stump. Watch out for modification of safety devices may cause the product springpoles—they are dangerous. Do not attempt to cut to not function correctly, increasing the potential bent branches or stumps that are under tension unless you for serious injury.
run position without assistance, take the product to an SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT authorised service centre for repair before use. Chain catcher Safety alert The chain catcher prevents the saw chain from being Read and understand all instructions thrown back towards the operator if the saw chain comes before operating the product.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL Parts or accessories sold separately Note Warning Wear eye and face protection. Wear upper body protection. Wear leg protection. Stop the product.
GETTING STARTED Wear full eye protection, ear protection, non-slip heavy- Remove the oil cap. Add chain and bar oil into the product. duty gloves, substantial footwear, and long trousers at Reinstall the oil cap. all times while operating the product. Do not operate the NOTE: Chain and bar oil is sold separately.
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GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED 5.5-7 mm NOTE: Never work without chain and bar lubricant. If the Ensure that the lubricant flow screw is set to open for the Remove the guide bar cover. Use the combination wrench to turn the chain tensioning product is running without lubricant, the guide bar and chain and bar oil to be released.
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OVERVIEW Transporting the product Cleaning the product Replacing the bar and chain p.21 p.20 p.16 Adjusting the chain tension Adjusting the chain lubricant flow Storing the product p.18 p.19 p.22...
OPERATION REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Loosen the bar mounting nuts. 3. Remove the bar mounting nuts, sprocket cover, bar and chain assembly. Dispose of the used bar and chain properly. 4. Install the new chain on the bar. Insert the chain drive links into the bar groove.
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OPERATION 5. Hold the chain in position on the bar, and place the loop around the drive sprocket. Lower the bar so that the bolt goes through the hole in the attached chain tensioner assembly. 6. Reinstall the sprocket cover and bar mounting nuts.
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Loosen the bar mounting nuts. 3. Use a screwdriver to turn the chain tensioning screw and adjust the chain tension. Adjust the chain tension until the gap between the drive teeth and the bar is between 5.5 and 7 mm.
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OPERATION ADJUSTING THE CHAIN LUBRICANT FLOW The product has a lubricant flow screw that adjusts the lubricant flow to the saw chain. 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Engage the chain brake. 3. Turn the product over to access the lubricant flow screw located at the base of the product.
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MAINTENANCE CLEAING THE PRODUCT 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Use a soft-bristle brush to remove loose dirt and sawdust from around around the chain brake. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the plastic parts. WARNING: Do not use water to clean the product.
TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Engage the chain brake. Install the guide bar cover. 3. Remove the oil cap. Remove all chain and bar oil from the product. Reinstall and tighten the oil cap. 4. Use a trolley to transport the product. Secure it gainst movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
STORAGE STORING THE PRODUCT 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Engage the chain brake. Install the guide bar cover. 3. Remove the oil cap. Remove all chain and bar oil from the product. Reinstall and tighten the oil cap. 4. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children.
Product name Cordless Chainsaw with a standardised test and may be used to compare Model RCS36HP one tool with another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. Rated voltage 36 V d.c.
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Imported by: Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd 31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149, Melbourne, Australia RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited, Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited and is used under license. Unit C, 70 Business Parade South, TRILINK is a registered trade mark of Trilink Saw Chain, LLC.