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Important!

 

 

It is essential you read the instructions in this manual before starting any 

operation with this machine.

CHAIN SAW

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

RCS1835/RCS2040G

Summary of Contents for RCS1835

Page 1: ...Important It is essential you read the instructions in this manual before starting any operation with this machine CHAIN SAW ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS RCS1835 RCS2040G ...

Page 2: ...k of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a supply protected by a residual current device RCD Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock NOTE The term residual current device RCD may be replaced by the term ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI or earth leakage circuit breaker ELCB PERSONAL SAFETY a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use commo...

Page 3: ... be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Have defective switches replaced by an authorised service centre Do not operate this tool while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication The appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons Young children should be supervised to ensure that they ...

Page 4: ...y taking proper precautions as given below 1 Maintain a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback force Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken Do not let go of the chain saw 2 Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height This helps t...

Page 5: ...om the mains immediately if cable is damaged or cut Eye protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses when operating this product Ear protection Always wear safety ear protectors when operating this product 107 Sound power level Guaranteed sound power level is 107 dB Safety Alert Kickback danger Kickback is very dangerous and can result in serious injury Always follow the instructions in...

Page 6: ... Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE for repair When servicing use only identical replacement parts WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to us...

Page 7: ...25 Danger Zone 26 Escape route Fig 10 27 Direction of fall 28 Notch 29 Felling back cut 30 Hinge Fig 11 31 Limb cut 32 Keep work off ground leave support limbs until log is cut Fig 12 33 Log supported along the entire length 34 Cut from top overbuck avoid cutting earth Fig 13 35 Log supported one end 36 1st cut underbuck 1 3 diameter to avoid splintering 37 2nd cut overbuck 2 3 diameter to meet 1s...

Page 8: ...iminary assessment of exposure WARNING The actual vibration values during use of the tool can be different from the above stated and are depending on the use of the tool and Of the need to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is ...

Page 9: ...hain if necessary Chain Bar lubricant The chain saws are delivered without any oil in the oil tank Prior to initial operation of the machine the oil tank must be filled with lubricating oil Ryobi bar and chain lubricant permits chain saw operation at temperatures as low as 15 C To refill the chain bar lubricant the cap on top of the oil tank needs to be removed When filling the oil in ensure that ...

Page 10: ...e handles Ensure that your left hand is holding the handle so that your thumb is underneath Using the chain saw Always be sure of your footing and hold the chain saw firmly with both hands while the motor is running Felling a tree Fig 9 When bucking and felling operations are being performed by two or more persons at the same time the felling operation should be separated from the bucking operatio...

Page 11: ...w handles Fig 15 Do not let the chain contact the ground After completing the cut wait for the saw chain to stop before you move the chain saw Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree MAINTENANCE Fig 16 21 CHAIN SHARPENING When the chain penetrates into wood with difficultly it needs sharpening as follows Put the chain under tension Fasten the bar in a vice so that the chain can slide...

Page 12: ...56 Tri link Bar DCR16C 050 3 8LP 56 B DISPOSAL Power tools and accessories contain large amount of valuable resources and plastics that can be recycled Waste electrical products should not be disposed of together with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice 20131209v3 ...

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