Ryobi P540 User Manual

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Some  of  the  following  symbols  may  be  used  on  this  product.  Please  study  them  and  learn  their  meaning.  Proper 
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

V

Volts

Voltage

A

Amperes

Current

Hz

Hertz

Frequency (cycles per second)

W

Watt

Power

min

Minutes

Time

Alternating Current

Type of current

Direct Current

Type or a characteristic of current

no

No Load Speed

Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Construction

Double-insulated construction

.../min

Per Minute

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Wet Conditions Alert

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator’s Manual

To  reduce  the  risk  of  injury,  user  must  read  and  understand 
operator’s manual before using this product.

Wear Eye, Hearing, and 
Head Protection

Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 
as  well  as  hearing  and  head  protection  when  operating  this 
equipment.

Safety Alert

Precautions that involve your safety.

SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard

The  SAFE-T-TIP  nose  guard  on  the  guide  bar  helps  prevent 
kickback.

Operate With Two Hands

Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.

One Handed

Do not operate the saw using only one hand.

Kickback

DANGER! Beware of kickback.

Bar Nose Contact

Avoid bar nose contact.

Wear Gloves

Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling the 
chain saw.

Wear Safety Footwear

Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.

Keep Bystanders Away

Keep all bystanders and animals at least 50 ft. away.