■ If operating a power tool in a damp location is IMPORTANT! unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of before assembling, operating, and maintaining the electric shock.
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused ■ Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front by poorly maintained power tools. handle. Holding the chainsaw with a reversed hand Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of battery pack, and make sure that all moving parts have the saw which could result in serious personal injury. Do not come to a complete stop: rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw. ●...
PUSH AND PULL dangerous and should only be completed by professional tree surgeons. The reaction force is always opposite to the direction the 1. Notching undercut chain is moving. The operator must be ready to control the Make the notch 1/3 the diameter of the tree, perpendicular tendency for the product to pull away and push backwards.
When the log is supported on one end, cut 1/3 the diameter from the underside (underbuck). Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut. WARNING! Springpoles are dangerous and could strike the operator, causing the operator to lose control of the chainsaw.
■ Follow the instructions for lubricating and chain tension battery to stop powering the product until the battery cells checking and adjustment. cool down. If the battery pack is warm to touch, allow it to cool down before resuming operation. If the product still ■...
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. Original Instructions...
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Front hand guard Front handle Rear handle Switch trigger Trigger release Chain lubricant cap Operator's manual Sprocket cover Sprocket cover screw Chain tensioning screw Chain catcher Hex key Guide bar cover Chain lubricating oil Battery pack Charger R18CHS12 Know your product...
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Wear Personal Protective Equipment Remove the guide bar cover. Loosen the sprocket cover screw. (PPE). Wear full eye protection, ear protection, non-slip heavy-duty gloves, substantial footwear, and protective clothing at all times while operating the product. Do not operate the product when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
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Check the screw clockwise. To reduce the chain chain tension frequently and adjust as NOTE: Use only RYOBI chainsaw tension, turn the chain tensioning required. A chain that is tensioned while lubricating oil from an authorised screw counterclockwise.
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Replacing the bar Adjusting the chain Cleaning the p.13 p.15 p.16 and chain tension product Transporting the Storing the product p.17 p.18 product...
REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Loosen the sprocket cover screw. 3. Remove the screw, washer, sprocket cover, and bar and chain assembly. 4. Install the new chain on the bar. Insert the chain drive links into the bar groove.
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6. Tighten the sprocket cover screw. Maintenance...
ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Loosen the sprocket cover screw. 3. Adjust the chain tension until the gap between the drive teeth and bar is between 3 and 4 mm. To increase the chain tension, turn the chain tensioning screw clockwise.
CLEANING THE PRODUCT 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Use a brush to remove loose dirt and saw dust from around the front hand guard. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the plastic parts. WARNING: Do not use water to clean the product.
TRANSPORTING THE PRODUCT 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Install the guide bar cover. 3. Remove the chain lubricant cap. Drain all bar and chain lubricant from the tank into a container approved for lubricant. 4. When transporting the product, secure it against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
STORING THE PRODUCT 1. Remove the battery pack. 2. Install the guide bar cover. 3. Remove the chain lubricant cap. Drain all bar and chain lubricant from the tank into a container approved for lubricant. 4. When transporting the product, secure it against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
Cordless chainsaw standardised test and may be used to compare one tool with Model R18CHS12 / OCS1825 another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
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