OPERATOR’S MANUAL
18 VOLT cHAIN SAW
P540
P540A
P540B
AccEPTS ALL ONE+
BATTERY PAcKS
BATTERIES ANd cHARGERS
SOLd SEPARATELY
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.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENcE
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TABLE OF cONTENTS
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................ꢀ
General Safety Rules.....................................................................................................................................................3-5
Specific Safety Rules.........................................................................................................................................................6
Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................7-8
Features.............................................................................................................................................................................9
Assembly.........................................................................................................................................................................10
Operation...................................................................................................................................................................10-18
Maintenance..............................................................................................................................................................19-ꢀ5
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................................ꢀ6
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................................................ꢀ7
Parts Ordering / Service ....................................................................................................................................Back Page
INTROdUcTION
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.
WARNING:
Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly
adjusted,ornotcompletelyandsecurelyassembled.Chain
should stop turning when the trigger is released. If the
chain turns after the trigger has been released, have the
unit serviced by your nearest Ryobi service dealer.
Do not attempt to operate this unit until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely all instructions,
safety information, etc. contained in this manual. Failure
to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric
shock, or serious personal injury.
Checkfordamagedparts.Anypartorguardthathasbeen
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
byanauthorizedservicedealerunlessotherwiseindicated
elsewhere in this manual.
REAd ALL INSTRUcTIONS
BASIc SAFETY PREcAUTIONS
Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Use a firm grip
with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any
combinationofthesepersonsmayresultfromone-handed
operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.
All chain saw service, other than the items listed in the
operationandmaintenancesections,shouldbeperformed
by your nearest Ryobi service dealer.
Always be aware of what you are doing when using the
chain saw. Use common sense. Do not operate the chain
saw when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not use in the rain, snow or wet conditions.
Always maintain a proper stance. Do not overreach.
Do not adapt your powerhead to a bow guide or use it
to power any attachments or devices not listed for the
saw.
Stay alert and pay attention to what you are doing. Use
common sense when using this unit.
Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain
Do not cut vines and/or small underbrush.
when the unit is running.
Always carry the chain saw by the front handle with the
unit stopped and the guide bar and saw chain positioned
to the rear. When transporting your chain saw, use the
appropriate guide bar scabbard.
SAFETY APPAREL
Wearsnugfittingclothing.Alwayswearheavy,longpants,
overalls, jeans or chaps made of cut resistant material or
onesthatcontaincutresistantinserts.Wearnon-slipsafety
footwear. Wear non-slip heavy duty gloves to improve
your grip and to protect your hands. Do not wear jewelry,
short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Do not wear loose
fitting clothing, which could be drawn into the motor or
catch the chain or underbrush. Secure hair so it is above
shoulder level.
Neverletanyoneuseyourchainsawwhohasnotreceived
adequate instructions in its proper use. This applies to
rentals as well as privately owned saws.
Before you start the unit, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting any object.
Stop the chain saw before setting it down. Do not leave
the unit running unattended.
WeareyeprotectionwhichismarkedtocomplywithANSI
Z87.1 as well as hearing and head protection when oper-
ating this equipment.
Toavoidaccidentalstarting, nevercarrytheunitwithyour
finger on the trigger.
Maintain the unit with care. Keep the cutting edge sharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk
of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect the battery charger cord periodi-
cally, and if damaged, have it replaced or repaired by an
authorized service dealer.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
KIcKBAcK
See Figures 1 - 2.
ROTATIONAL
KICKBACK
WARNING: Kickback may occur when the moving chain
contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the
guide bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the
saw chain in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the
tip of the guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the
object and stop the chain for an instant. The result is
a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide
bar up and back toward the operator. If the saw chain
is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the guide bar
can be driven rapidly back toward the operator. Either of
these reactions can cause loss of saw control which can
result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the
safety devices built into the saw. As a chain saw user,
you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs
free from accident or injury.
BAR shOwN wIThOuT sAfE-T-TIp® NOsE GuARD fOR
ILLusTRATION puRpOsEs ONLy.
Fig. 1
Thefollowingprecautionsshould befollowed tomini-
mize kickback:
KICKBACK
DANGER ZONE
1. Always grip the saw firmly with both hands. Hold the
saw firmly with both hands when the unit is running.
Place your right hand on the rear handle and your left
hand on the front handle with your thumbs and fingers
encircling the chain saw handles. A firm grip together
with a stiff left arm will help you maintain control of
the saw if kickback occurs.
Fig. ꢀ
ꢀ. Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free
from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar
contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction
that could be hit while you are operating the saw.
3. Always cut with the unit running at full speed. Fully
squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a steady
cutting speed.
ꢁ. Use replacement parts such as low kickback chain,
SAFE-T-TIP® anti-kickbacknoseguards, chainbrakes
andspecialguidebarsthatreducetherisksassociated
with rotational kickback.
Useonlythereplacementguidebarsandlowkickback
chains specified by the manufacturer for the saw.
puLL
With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce
or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise
contributes to accidents.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Do not cut above shoulder height or overreach when cutting.
Keep the SAFE-T-TIP® anti-kickback nose guard properly
mounted on the guide bar to prevent rotational kickback.
Follow the sharpening and maintenance instructions for
the saw chain.
Push and Pull - This reaction force is always opposite to
the direction the chain is moving where wood contact is
made. Thus, the operator must be ready to control the
PULL when cutting on the bottom edge of the bar, and
PUSH when cutting along the top edge. See Figure 3.
push
Fig. 3
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
UNdERSTANdING YOUR cHAIN SAW SAFETY
dEVIcES
See Figure 4.
IN THE cUTTING/WORK AREA
Do not operate a chain saw in a tree, on a ladder, or scaf-
fold; this is extremely dangerous.
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Keep ALL children, bystanders, visitors, and animals out
of the work area while starting or cutting with the chain
saw.
SAFE-T-TIP Anti-Kickback Nose Guard
The SAFE-T-TIP® prevents kickback from happening, be-
cause it covers the tip of the bar where kickback is gener-
ated. Never attempt any kind of cutting where the SAFE-T-
TIP® would have to be removed from the bar tip.
NOTE: The size of the work area depends on the job
being performed as well as the size tree or work piece
involved. For example, felling a tree requires a larger work
area than making bucking cuts.
LOW KIcKBAcK SAW cHAIN
The rakers (depth gauges) ahead of each cutter can minimize
the force of a kickback reaction by preventing the cutters
from digging in too deeply at the kickback zone. Only use
replacement chain that is equivalent to original chain or has
been certified as low kickback chain per ANSI B175.1.
Neverstartcuttinguntilyouhaveaclearworkarea,secure
footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree.
Cluttered area invite injuries.
Do not expose the chain saw to rain.
Do not use the chain saw in damp or wet locations.
Low kickback saw chain is chain that has met the kickback
performance requirements of ANSI B175.1 - 1991 (Amer-
ican National Standard for Power Tools - Gasoline-Powered
Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested on the rep-
resentative sample of chain saws below 3.8 c.i.d. specified
in ANSI B175.1 - 1991.
Do not use the chain saw near flammable liquids, gases,
or in any type of explosive atmosphere.
Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and
saplings, because slender material may catch the saw
chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off bal-
ance.
As saw chains are sharpened during their useful life, they
lose some of the low kickback qualities and extra caution
should be used.
When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for
spring back so that you will not be struck when the ten-
sion in the wood fibers is released.
GUIdE BARS
Generally, guide bars with small radius tips have somewhat
lower kickback potentials.
Do not force the chain saw. The job can be performed
better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
Always use the right product for your application. The
chain saw should be used for cutting wood only. Never
use the chain saw to cut plastic, masonry or non-wood
building materials.
When making a replacement, be sure to order one of the
Ryobi bars listed for the saw in this operator's manual. The
proper size SAFE-T-TIP® nose guard comes installed on the
bar. Use only guide bars that have a provision for mounting
the SAFE-T-TIP®.
Do not use the chain saw for purposes not intended.
Store idle chain saw when not in use. Chain saw should
be stored in a dry and high or locked area out of the reach
of children. When storing chain saw, remove battery and
placethescabbardonthebarandchainorstorethechain
saw in a carry case.
sAfE-T-TIp®
Remove the battery pack from the chain saw before
cleaning, servicing, storing, removing material from the
unit, changing accessories such as the bar and chain, or
when not in use.
Fig. ꢁ
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SPEcIFIc SAFETY RULES
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
BATTERY SAFETY
Battery operated units do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when unit
is not operating.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ig-
nition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, never use any cordless product in the
presence of open flame. An exploded battery pack can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
Remove the battery pack from the chain saw before
cleaning, servicing, storing, removing material from the
unit, changing accessories such as the bar and chain, or
when not in use.
Do not charge unit in a damp or wet location. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
A battery pack must be recharged only with the speci-
fied charger for the battery pack. A charger that may be
suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk
of fire when used with another battery pack. Use battery
pack only with charger listed.
For best results, your battery unit should be charged in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery
pack leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then
neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets into
your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10
minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.
MOdEL
BATTERY PAcK
cHARGER (P113)
(P104 Li-ion)
130ꢁꢀ9001, 130ꢁꢀ900ꢀ
130155001
1ꢁ0501001
1ꢁ0501005
P5ꢁ0
P5ꢁ0A
P5ꢁ0B
(P100 Ni-cd)
130ꢀ5500ꢁ, 130ꢀꢀꢁ0ꢀ8
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The cell may explode.
Batteries should be recycled, consult your local waste
authority for information regarding available recycling
and/or disposal options.
BATTERY PAcK
cHARGER (P110)
1ꢁꢀ3701, 1ꢁ0ꢀ370ꢀ1,
1ꢁ0ꢀ370ꢀ3
(P100 Ni-cd)
130ꢀ5500ꢁ, 130ꢀꢀꢁ0ꢀ8
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery pack
terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
To reduce the risk of explosion and possible injury, Do not
place battery units or their batteries near fire or heat.
Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released elec-
trolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes
or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or
received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
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SYMBOLS
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.
SYMBOL
NAME
dESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V
A
Volts
Voltage
Current
Amperes
Hertz
Hz
W
Frequency (cycles per second)
Watt
Power
min
Minutes
Time
Alternating Current
Direct Current
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
n
o
No Load Speed
Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction
Per Minute
Double-insulated construction
.../min
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Wet Conditions Alert
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1
as well as hearing and head protection when operating this
equipment.
Wear Eye, Hearing, and
Head Protection
Safety Alert
Precautions that involve your safety.
The SAFE-T-TIP nose guard on the guide bar helps prevent
kickback.
SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard
Operate With Two Hands
One Handed
Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.
Do not operate the saw using only one hand.
DANGER! Beware of kickback.
Kickback
Bar Nose Contact
Avoid bar nose contact.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling the
chain saw.
Wear Gloves
Wear Safety Footwear
Keep Bystanders Away
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
Keep all bystanders and animals at least 50 ft. away.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL
SIGNAL
MEANING
dANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
cAUTION:
cAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
property damage.
SERVIcE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZEd SERVIcE cENTER for repair. When servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand com-
pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand
the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual,
do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for
assistance.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles,
safety glasses with side shields, or a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety
Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUcTIONS
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FEATURES
PROdUcT SPEcIFIcATIONS
Motor......................................................................................................................................................................18 Volt DC
Bar Length......................................................................................................................................................................10 in.
Replacement Bar Part Number ......................................................................................................671ꢀ5600ꢀ or 67183ꢁ007
Replacement Chain Part Number ......................................................................................................6958301 or 69058300ꢀ
NOTE: This saw was designed for occasional light duty use and has some limitations as to what it can cut.
sCABBARD
ChAIN OIL
TANK CAp
REAR
hANDLE
BAR
sAfE-T-TIp®
ChAIN
BATTERy pACK
(NOT INCLuDED)
fRONT hANDLE
hAND GuARD
TRIGGER RELEAsE
BuTTON
BATTERy pACK
(NOT INCLuDED)
hEX KEy
hEX KEy
sTORAGE AREA
TRIGGER
Fig. 5
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ASSEMBLY
UNPAcKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
WARNING:
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-860-50ꢁ0 for assistance.
PAcKING LIST
Chain Saw with Scabbard
Wrench
WARNING:
Bar and Chain Lubricant
Operator’s Manual
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.
OPERATION
WARNING:
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
APPLIcATIONS
You may use this product for the following purposes:
Limbing and pruning branches from trees
Felling small trees up to 5 in. diameter
Bucking the fallen tree into shorter lengths
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes result-
ing in possible serious injury.
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OPERATION
This product will accept Ryobi One+ 18 V lithium-ion
battery packs and Ryobi One+ 18 V nickel-cadmium battery
packs.
cHAIN OIL SYSTEM
See Figure 7.
Use Ryobi Bar and Chain Lubricant. It is formulated to
perform over a wide temperature range with no dilution
required.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s
Manual for the battery packs and chargers listed in the
General Safety Rules.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used or otherwise contaminated
oils. Damage may occur to the bar or chain.
TO INSTALL BATTERY PAcK
See Figure 6.
Carefully pour the bar and chain oil into the tank.
Check and fill the oil tank when battery is recharged, or
Place the battery pack in your chain saw. Align raised
rib on battery pack with groove in chain saw’s battery
port.
as needed.
Depress the oil tank cap several times to pump the oil to
the chain before starting the saw.
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap in place and that battery pack is secured in chain
saw before beginning operation.
Depress the oil tank cap every ꢀ0-30 seconds while cut-
ting to keep the chain lubricated.
NOTE: It is normal for oil to seep from the saw when not
in use. To prevent seepage, empty the oil tank after each
use. When storing the unit for a long period of time (three
months or longer) be sure the chain is lightly lubricated; this
will prevent rust on the chain and bar sprocket.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PAcK
See Figure 6.
Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress both
sides to release the battery pack from the chain saw.
cAUTION:
When placing battery pack in your chain saw, be sure
raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove in chain
saw's battery port and latches snap in place properly.
Improper assembly of battery pack can cause damage
to internal components.
cAUTION:
BATTERy
pORT
Remove battery pack from unit. Fill oil tank with Ryobi
Bar and Chain Lubricant before starting the chain saw.
Failure to lubricate the chain will cause damage to the
bar and chain.
BATTERy
pACK
LATChEs
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
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OPERATION
STARTING ANd STOPPING THE cHAIN SAW
See Figure 8.
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.
TRIGGER RELEAsE
BuTTON
Press and hold the trigger release button. This makes the
trigger operational.
Press and hold the trigger, release the trigger release
button and continue to squeeze the trigger for continued
operation.
TRIGGER
Stopping the chain saw:
Release the trigger to stop the chain saw.
TRIGGER RELEAsE
BuTTON
Upon release of the trigger, the trigger release 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.
Do not attempt to make any cut that would require removal
of the SAFE-T-TIP®.
PREPARATION FOR cUTTING
PROPER GRIP ON HANdLES
See Figures 9 - 11.
TRIGGER
Fig. 8
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.
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