Ryobi RCS5145N User Manual page 9

1. Place the chainsaw on level ground and ensure that
no objects or obstructions which could come in contact
with the bar and chain are in the immediate vicinity.
2. Hold the front handle firmly with the left hand and put
your right foot onto the base of the rear handle.
NOTE: In the following starting instruction, when the choke
lever is pulled all the way out to the START position, the
throttle is set for starting. To reset the throttle to the RUN
position, squeeze and then release the throttle trigger.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
See figure 3. See figure 8 - 14.
1. Make sure the chain brake is in the brake position
(Fig.3, B) by pushing forwards on the lever/hand
guard.
2. Set the ignition switch to the run (I) position.
3. Fully press and release the primer bulb 10 times.
4. Pull choke lever (Fig.11, 5) all the way out to full
position. The partial throttle position is automatically
set when the choke lever is set at full choke.
5. Pull starter (Fig.12, 7) until engine attempts to start.
Slowly pull the starter grip out for a short distance until
you feel the starter engage, then briskly pull straight
up. Do not pull to the end of the rope; this may damage
the starter. Hold onto the grip during rewinding. Pull
the starter rope until the first firing of the engine is
heard (no more than five pulls).
NOTE: A new unit may require additional pulls.
6. Push choke lever (Fig.13, 5) all the way in.
7. Pull starter until engine runs.
8. Depress the trigger release. Squeeze and then release
the throttle trigger (Fig.14) to return the engine to idle
speed. Then you MUST release the brake lever to
RUN position by pulling back on the brake lever/hand
guard before accelerating the engine or cutting wood.
Failure to release partial throttle when chain brake lever
is in the brake position will result in serious damage to
the unit. Never squeeze and hold the throttle trigger
while the chain brake is in the brake position.
Now you are ready to pick up the saw. Use the proper
grip for both handles. Refer to "Operation-proper grip on
handles" later in this manual for additional information.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Follow the instructions for starting a cold engine (steps
1-8), but do not attempt to start in the full choke position
(skip step 5). Push and release primer bulb 10 times. Pull
the choke out and push it back to the original run position.
English (Original Instructions)
CAUTION
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See figure 15.
Release the throttle trigger and let the engine return to
idle. To stop the engine, move the ignition switch to the "O"
stop position (17). Do not put the chainsaw on the ground
when the chain is still moving. For additional safety, set
the chain brake when the saw is not in use.
In the event that the ignition switch will not stop the saw,
pull the choke lever out to the fully extended position (Full
Choke) and engage chain brake to stop the engine. If the
ignition switch will not stop the saw when set to the "O"
stop position, have the ignition switch repaired before
using the chainsaw again to prevent unsafe conditions or
serious injury.
IMPORTANT: When you have finished using the saw,
relieve tank pressures by loosening the chain lubricant
and fuel mix caps. Then retighten the caps. Cover the
sharp chain and bar with the appropriate scabbard. Allow
the engine to cool before storing.
PREPARING FOR CUTTING
Proper clothing for safety
See figure 16.
■ Wear safety working clothes (A). Always wear heavy,
long trousers (B), boots (C), and gloves (D). Do not
wear jewellery, shorts, sandals, or go barefoot. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, which could be drawn into
the engine or catch the chain or undergrowth. Wear
overalls, jeans, or leggings made of cut-resistant
material or ones that contain cut-resistant inserts.
Secure hair so that it is above shoulder level.
■ Wear non-slip safety footwear and heavy-duty gloves
to improve your grip and to protect your hands.
■ Wear eye (E), hearing (F), and head (G) protection
when operating this equipment.
Proper grip on handles
See figure 17 - 18.
Refer to "Specific Safety Rules – proper clothing for safety"
earlier in this manual for appropriate safety equipment.
■ Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
■ Hold the saw firmly with both hands. Always keep your
left hand on the front handle and your right hand on
the rear handle so that your body is to the left of the
chain line.
Never use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip or any
stance that would place your body or arm across the
chain line.
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