Ryobi RY43160 - Manual (Page 14)

Page 14 — English
Fig. 6
COLLAR
PREPARATION FOR CUTTING
See Figures 7 - 8.

Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and
protection.
 Maintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the
motor is running. Use your right hand to firmly
grip the rear handle while your left hand has a
firm grip on the pole shaft.
 Hold unit firmly with both hands. Always keep
your left hand on the pole shaft and your right
hand on the rear handle, so your body is to the
left of the chain line. Never use a left-handed
(cross-handed) grip, or any stance that places
your body or arm across the chain line.
 Never stand directly under the limb you are cut-
ting.
 Be certain the collars are fully tightened before
operating equipment; check them periodically
for tightness during use to avoid serious injury.
 BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE
Follow the steps below to prevent damage to tree
or shrub bark. Do not use a back-and-forth saw-
ing motion.

Make a shallow first cut (1/4 of limb diameter)
on the underside of the limb close to the main
limb or trunk.
 Make a second cut from the top side of the limb
outboard from the first cut. Continue the cut
through the limb until the limb separates from
the tree. Be prepared to balance the weight of
the tool when the limb falls.
 Make a final cut close to trunk.
 NOTE: For second and final cuts (from top of limb
or branch), hold front cutting guide against the limb
being cut. This will help steady the limb and make
it easier to cut. Allow chain to cut for you; exert
only light downward pressure. If you force the cut,
damage to the bar, chain, or motor can result.

Release the trigger as soon as the cut is com-
pleted.
FINAL
CUT
SECOND CUT
FIRST CUT
1/4 DIAMETER
LOAD
Fig. 7
CUTTING GUIDE
Fig. 8
Failure to follow proper cutting procedures will
result in the bar and chain binding and becom-
ing pinched or trapped in the limb. If this should
happen:

Stop the motor and disconnect from power
supply.
 If the limb can be reached from the ground,
lift the limb while holding the saw. This should
release the “pinch” and free the saw.
 If the saw is still trapped, call a professional for
assistance.
OPERATION