Ryobi RY3716 Operation Manual - Page 14

OPERATION NOTE: Do not use dirty, used, or otherwise contaminated lubricants. Damage may occur to the oil pump, bar, or chain. n Carefully pour the bar and chain lubricant into the oil tank. n Fill the oil tank every time you fuel the engine. OPERATING THE CHAIN BRAKE See Figures 4 - 5. Check the operating condition of the chain brake prior to each use. n Using the back of your left hand, engage the chain brake by pushing the chain brake lever/ hand guard toward the bar while the chain is rotating rapidly. n Reset the chain brake back into the RUN position by grasping the top of the chain brake lever/ hand guard and pulling toward the front handle until you hear a click. WARNING: If the chain brake does not stop the chain immediately, or if the chain brake will not stay in the run position without assistance, take the saw to a qualified service center for repair prior to use. STARTING THE ENGINE See Figures 6 - 10. The starting method differs depending on whether the engine is cold or warm. STOP WARNING: Keep your body to the left of the chain line. Never straddle the saw or chain, or lean over past the chain line. n Place the chain saw on level ground and ensure that no objects or obstructions are in the immediate vicinity that could come in contact with the bar and chain. To prevent rapid dulling of the chain, do not allow the bar and chain to contact dirt on the ground. n Hold the front handle firmly with your left hand and put your right foot onto the base of the rear handle. Page 14 - English BRAKE POSITION Fig. 4 RUN POSITION Fig. 5 STOP ON/STOP SWITCH IN THE RUN POSITION Fig. 6 RUN POSITION Fig. 7