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one cut. Branches under tension should be cut from the 

bottom up to avoid binding the chainsaw.

Springpoles

See page 22.

A springpole is any log, branch, rooted stump, or sapling  

that is bent under tension by other wood so that it springs 

back if the wood holding it is cut or removed.
On a fallen tree, a rooted stump has a high potential of 

springing back to the upright position during the bucking 

cut to separate the log from the stump. Watch out for spring 

poles—they are dangerous. Do not attempt to cut bent 

branches or stumps that are under tension unless you are 

professionally trained and competent to do so.

 WARNING

Springpoles are dangerous and could strike the operator, 

causing the operator to lose control of the chainsaw. This 

could  result  in  a  severe  or  fatal  injury  to  the  operator. 

This should be done by trained users.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

■

Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow 

the product to cool down before storing or transporting.

■

Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store 

the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that 

is inaccessible to children. Keep the product away from 

corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-

icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.

■

Fit the guide bar cover before storing the product or 

during transportation.

■

For transportation, secure the product against 

movement  or  falling  to  prevent  injury  to  persons  or 

damage to the product.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES

Transport the battery in accordance with local and national 

provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling 

when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that 

no batteries can come in contact with other batteries 

or conductive materials while in transport by protecting 

exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps 

or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or 

leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further 

advice.

MAINTENANCE

 WARNING

Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts, 

accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause 

possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and 

may void your warranty.

 WARNING

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge 

and  should  be  performed  only  by  a  qualified  service 

technician. Have the product serviced by an authorised 

service centre only. 

 WARNING

Remove  the  battery  pack  before  adjustment, 

maintenance, or cleaning. Failure to do so could result 

in serious personal injury.

■

You  may  make  adjustments  or  repairs  described  in 

this manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised 

service centre.

■

Consequences of improper maintenance, removal, 

or modification of safety features, such as the chain 

brake, ignition switch, hand guard (front and back), 

spiked bumper, chain catcher, guide bar, and low 

kickback saw chain. may cause the safety features 

not to function correctly, thus increasing the potential 

for  serious  injury.  Keep  the  chainsaw  professionally 

maintained and safe.

■

Sharpening the chain safely is a skilled task. Have 

a worn or dull chain replaced only by an authorised 

RYOBI service centre. The part number is available in 

the product specifications table in this manual.

■

Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension 

checking and adjustment.

■

After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.

■

Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals 

for security to ensure that the product is in safe working 

condition. Any part that is damaged should be properly 

repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Daily check

Bar lubrication

Before each use

Chain tension

Before each use and 

frequently

Chain sharpness

Before each use

(visual check)

For damaged parts

Before each use

For loose fasteners

Before each use

Chain brake function 

Before each use

Inspect and clean

Bar

Before each use

Complete saw

After each use

Chain brake

Every 5 hours of operation