Ryobi P540 User Manual

Your chain saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
18 VOLT CHAIN SAW
P540
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Ryobi P540 Specifications

General

Brand	Ryobi
Model	P540
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

General Safety Rules

Kickback Safety

Information on understanding and minimizing kickback hazards and techniques.

Specific Safety Rules

Battery Safety

Precautions for handling, charging, and disposing of battery packs safely.

Operation: Starting and Cutting

Starting and Stopping the Chain Saw

Procedure for safely starting and stopping the chain saw.

Proper Grip and Stance

How to hold the saw and maintain a stable stance for safe cutting.

Operation: Cutting Techniques

Tree Felling

Procedures and safety considerations for felling trees.

Operation: Tree Felling Details

Felling Planning and Escape Routes

Notched Undercut

Operation: Felling and Bucking

Felling Backcut

Bucking Procedure

Operation: Bucking Techniques

Bucking Logs Under Stress

Operation: Limbing and Pruning

Limbing Branches

Pruning Live Trees

Springpoles

Maintenance Overview

Battery Care and Recycling

Maintenance: Bar and Chain

Replacing Bar and Chain

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the guide bar and saw chain.

Maintenance: Chain Tension

Chain Tension Adjustment

How to properly adjust and check chain tension for optimal performance.

Maintenance: Chain Sharpening

Chain Maintenance and Wear

How to maintain the chain for smooth cutting and reduce kickback.

Sharpening Chain Cutters

Detailed guide on how to sharpen chain cutters using a file.

Maintenance: Filing and Depth Gauge

Top Plate and Side Plate Filing Angles

Correct angles for filing chain cutters to ensure proper cutting and reduce kickback.

Depth Gauge Clearance

How to set the correct depth gauge clearance for efficient cutting.

Maintenance: Guide Bar

Guide Bar Maintenance

Tips for maintaining the guide bar for maximum life, including cleaning and lubrication.

Maintenance: Nose Guard and Storage

SAFE-T-TIP® Nose Guard Maintenance

How to maintain and tighten the SAFE-T-TIP® nose guard.

Troubleshooting