Ryobi RY43160A User Manual - Page 13

OPERATION CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY See Figure 5. This product is designed with a cord retainer that prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose while using. n Form a loop with the end of the extension cord. n Insert loop portion of extension cord through opening in the bottom of the rear handle and place over cord retainer. n Slowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack is ­removed. n Plug product into extension cord. NOTE: Failure to remove all excess cord slack from extension cord retainer could result in plug loosening from receptacle. STARTING AND STOPPING See Figure 5. To start the motor: n Connect the pole saw to power supply. n Place your thumb on the lock-out button and pull it completely towards you. n Fully depress the switch trigger. To stop the motor: n Release the switch trigger. LOCK-OUT BUTTON SWITCH TRIGGER CORD RETAINER Fig. 5 ADJUSTING TELESCOPING POLE See Figure 6. n Disconnect the pole saw from the power supply. n Rotate the collar counterclockwise to loosen. n Push poles towards each other to shorten the pole or pull away from each other to lengthen the pole. NOTE: Extend the pole only to the length required to reach the limb being cut. Do not extend the handle above waist height. n When the desired length is achieved, rotate the collar clockwise to secure. NOTE: Adjust hand placement on the shaft of the pole saw to keep proper balance. Do not attempt to use the pole saw at a length which does not allow you to achieve proper footing and balance at all times. Page 13 - English