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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Cordless Chainsaw RCS1825BL4 OCS1825BL...
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Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, operating and maintaining the product. Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given Keep children and bystanders away while operating top priority in the design of your cordless chainsaw. a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. INTENDED USE ELECTRICAL SAFETY The product is only intended for use outdoors. For safety Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
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If devices are provided for the connection of dust SERVICE extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair connected and properly used. Use of dust collection person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
chance for kickback. ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss WARNING of control. Cut wood only. Do not use chainsaw for purposes damage due to short circuit, never immerse your tool, not intended.
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Push and pull The reaction force is always opposite to the direction the chain is moving. Thus, the operator must be ready to Always hold the chainsaw with both hands when operating the saw. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chainsaw handles.
property damage. If the tree does make contact with any distributed on both feet. When possible, the log should be raised and supported by the use of limbs, logs or chocks. Follow the simple directions for easy cutting. When the log The chainsaw operator should keep on the uphill side of is supported along its entire length, it is cut from the top the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after...
Guide bars Generally, guide bars with small radius tips have somewhat Injury caused by dust and particles lower potential for kickback. You should use a guide bar and matching chain which is just long enough for the job. Injury to the skin caused by contact with lubricants Longer bars increase the risk of loss of control during sawing.
Keep away from corrosive agents, such outdoors. Fit the guide bar cover before storing the product or Recommended chain lubricating oil during transportation. The manufacturer recommends you use only Ryobi transportation, secure product against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
Brake” earlier in this manual for additional information. your authorised Ryobi service centre. The part number is available in the product specification table in this MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE manual.
Set the chain brake to the BRAKE using the product. position. Moving direction of the chain. Beware of chain saw kickback and avoid contact with bar tip. : 9.0 m/s Do not expose to rain or damp condition. Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX RCS1825BL4 *Kit includes battery and charger.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX OCS1825BL *Battery and charger are sold separately.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT 1. Front hand guard/Chain brake 9. Throttle trigger 2. Front handle 10. Sprocket cover 3. Rear handle 11. Chain tensioner adjustment ring 4. Chain 12. Chain tensioner knob 5. Guide bar 13. Guide bar cover 6. Spiked bumper 14.
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GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED TENSIONING THE CHAIN TIGHTENING THE CHAIN ADDING LUBRICATING OIL CHAIN & BAR OIL MAINTENANCE INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK 3-4 mm CORRECT OPERATING POSITION CORRECT OPERATING POSITION STARTING THE CHAIN SAW...
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OVERVIEW Felling a tree Removing buttress roots Bucking a log p.17 p.18 p.19 Limbing a tree Chain replacement p.20 p.21...
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OPERATION Felling a tree WARNING: Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. WARNING: An escape path should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started.
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OPERATION Chain replacement Remove battery before performing any maintenance. Wear protective gloves. Loosen sprocket cover turning chain tensioner knob counterclockwise. Loosen chain tension by turning chain tensioner adjustment ring counter clockwise. 3. Remove the sprocket cover. Remove the bar and chain saw assembly. 4.
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OPERATION 5. Install the new chain on the bar. Ensure it is placed in the correct direction and the drive links are aligned in the bar groove. 6. Slide the end of the chain over the drive sprocket at a slight angle and position.
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OPERATION Chain tensioning 1. Remove Battery before performing any maintenance. Wear protective gloves. 2. Loosen the sprocket cover by turning the chain tensioner knob counterclockwise. 3. To increase the chain tension, turn the chain tensioner adjustment ring clockwise and check the chain tension frequently.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS VIBRATION LEVEL The declared vibration value has been measured with a Cordless Chainsaw standard test method and may be used to compare one tool with another. Model The declared vibration value may be used in a preliminary Rated voltage 18 Volts assessment of exposure.
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Imported by: Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd 31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149 Melbourne, Australia Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited 2 Landing Drive, Mangere Auckland, 2022, New Zealand...
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