Ryobi P542 Operator's Manual - Page 12

OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE CHAIN SAW See Figure 7. WARNING: Keep body to the left of the chain line. Never straddle the saw or chain, or lean over past the chain line. Starting the chain saw:  Place the chain saw on a flat bare surface and make sure no objects or obstructions are in immediate vicinity which could come in contact with the bar and chain.  Press and hold the lock-out button. This makes the switch trigger operational.  Press and hold the switch trigger, release the lock-out button and continue to squeeze the switch trigger for continued operation. Stopping the chain saw:  Release the switch trigger to stop the chain saw.  Upon release of the switch trigger, the lock-out button will be automatically reset to the lock position. This cordless chain saw is not designed for cutting trees larger than 5 in. in diameter. This cordless chain saw is designed for limbing and pruning type cutting, as well as cutting trees up to 5 in. in diameter only. Preparation for Cutting Proper Grip on Handles See Figures 8 - 10. Refer to Important Safety Instructions 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. 12 - English lock-out button switch trigger lock-out button switch trigger Fig. 7