The on/off switch is a major design flaw - it’s awkward to use the chainsaw without accidentally hitting the switch and turning the machine off mid-cut, which is also a safety hazard The first step is to ensure you’re wearing the right clothing. Protective clothing such as appropriate trousers, ear defenders and a helmet are essential. Petrol powered models are very loud and can damage your hearing if used for too long. Petrol models usually have a higher chain speed than corded and cordless models, often up to 20m/s. There weren’t any issues when it came to turning the chainsaw on either. I did have my doubts at first, since the primer bubble didn’t seem to properly prime the machine, but it still started first time. It performed very well too – it handled everything that I asked of it, even slicing through trunks that were close to 102 cm (40”) in diameter. Easy to use. Once you’ve mastered starting your chainsaw, you should find it relatively easy to use

cm (14”) bar isn’t capable of cutting through large trees, which limits this chainsaw’s versatility You are not limited to only certain areas. Unlike mains powered machines, you can move around the garden freely The working environment can also have a big impact on your safety. Ensure you have a clear working space, and if you’re chopping logs they should be held in place. When working with powerful petrol powered machines, it’s essential that you’re fit enough to operate them.When testing these chainsaws, I realised one feature worth looking out for is a chain-tension dial on the side of the machine . This made it a lot easier to adjust chain tension compared to models where it was positioned on the front. In terms of design, this chainsaw boasts everything that you’d expect from a high-end chainsaw. It has a 50 cm (20”) bar, making it suitable for professional use too, and its trigger, on/off button, primer bubble, and choke button are all positioned for convenient access. It even comes with its own carry bag – granted, this isn’t a huge deal, but for someone like myself who often carries chainsaws around, having a carry bag is definitely convenient. When it comes to power and durability, petrol chainsaws simply can’t be beaten. However, the right chainsaw depends a lot on the task at hand. Primer bubble isn’t very effective. Thankfully, it didn’t need to be, since the chainsaw had no issues starting from both hot and cold This chainsaw has also been designed with a brushless motor. This basically means that the motor creates minimal friction when it’s running, resulting in higher power and a longer runtime for the battery.

This cordless chainsaw falls in line with that. Yes, there are cheaper chainsaws out there, but they’re definitely not as good. Take into account this machine’s fast cutting speed and powerful motor and you’re getting a great deal . Granted, if you add on the cost of a battery and charger then this does push the price up significantly, but you’ll be able to save in this area if you already own other Ryobi ONE+ power tools. Derek Smith has been farming all of his life, and is an professional landscape gardener with over 22 years experience. He owns a 25-acre farm in Aberdeenshire with a focus on self-sufficiency, living off the land, and working with nature.Assembling a cordless chainsaw isn’t too difficult, even if you’ve never used a chainsaw before. This Ryobi cordless chainsaw can be put together without any tools needed at all, which makes the process so simple.

To start with, I took the panel from the side of the chainsaw off by unwinding the plastic screw. It’s pretty tight, but that’s not a bad thing – you won’t need to worry about the cover falling off! Most of the chainsaws that I tested took about ten minutes to assemble, and this one was no exception. You do waste a bit of time unravelling the chain, but, when it comes to removing and replacing the side panel (so that you can fit the bar and chain), Husqvarna made things more convenient by positioning the screw for this at the front, rather than the side, of the unit. The first thing that stands out about the design of this chainsaw is the length of its bar. At 36 cm (14”), it’s significantly smaller than some of the others that I tested, but this could very well be all you need for the tasks that you have lined up for your chainsaw. Husqvarna also incorporated a number of clever design features into this chainsaw, such as the combined choke/stop control that enables you to easily start the machine from either cold or hot.Assembling this chainsaw was very simple. Einhell provides all of the tools that you’ll need for assembly, meaning that the process only took about ten minutes, plus an extra few minutes to fill the machine with oil and petrol.