Call us first, Troubleshooting, Bar and chain specifications – Ryobi RY40500 User Manual

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PROBLEM CAUSE

SOLUTION

Bar and chain running
hot and smoking.

Motor runs, but chain is
not rotating.

1. Check chain tension for

over tight condition

2. Chain oil tank empty.

1. Chain tension too tight.

2. Check guide bar and chain

assembly.

3. Check guide bar and chain

for damage.

1. Tension chain. Refer to

Chain

Tension earlier in this manual.

2. Check oil tank.

1. Retension chain, Refer to

Chain

Tension earlier in this manual.

2. Refer to

Assembling the Bar and

Chain earlier in this manual.

3. Inspect guide bar and chain for

damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CALL US FIRST

For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,

call the Ryobi

Help Line!

Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure

your complete satisfaction.

Chain specifications: .375 in. pitch, low profile narrow kerf, .043 in. chain gauge, 5-tooth drive
sprocket.

Length of Bar

Guide Bar Part Number

Chain Part Number

Drive Links

12 in.

099966002001

099966002002

BAR AND CHAIN SPECIFICATIONS