Ikra PCS 3835, Operating Instructions Manual

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10. Always hold the chain saw firmly with
both hands when the engine is run-
ning. Use a firm grip with thumb
and fingers encircling the chain saw
handles.
11. Keep all parts of your body away from
the saw chain when the engine is
running. Before you start the engine,
make sure the saw chain is not con-
tacting anything.
12. Always carry the chain saw with the engine stopped,
the guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muf-
fler away from your body. When using a vehicle to
transport the machine, position it so that it can cause
no danger to persons and fasten it firmly.
13. Always inspect the chain saw before each use for
worn, loose, or changed parts. Never operate a chain
saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not
completely and securely assembled. Be sure that
the saw chain stops moving when the throttle control
trigger is released.
14. All chain saw service, other than the
items listed in the Operator’s Manual,
should be performed by competent
chain saw service personnel. (e.g., if
improper tools are used to remove the
flywheel, or if an improper tool is used
to hold the flywheel in order to re-
move the clutch, structural damage to
the flywheel could occur which could
subsequently cause the flywheel to
disintegrate).
15. Always shut off the engine before setting it down.
16. Use extreme caution when cutting
small size brush and saplings be-
cause slender material may catch the
saw chain and be whipped toward you
or pull you off balance.
17. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for
spring back so that you will not be struck when the
tension in the wood fibers is released.
18. Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil or fuel
mixture.
19. Guard against kickback. Kickback is
the upward motion of the guide bar
which occurs when the saw chain at
the nose of the guide bar contacts an
object. Kickback can lead to danger-
ous loss of control of the chain saw.
20. When transporting your chain saw,
make sure the appropriate guide bar
scabbard is in place. Securely place
the machine and tighten the cap of
oil and fuel tank during transport to
prevent loss of fuel, damage or injury.
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CHAIN
SAW USERS
WARNING
Kickback may occur when the
nose or tip of the guide bar touch-
es an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw
chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast
reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back
towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain along
the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back towards the operator. Either of these reactions may
cause you to lose control of the saw which could result
in serious personal injury.
• Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices built
into your saw. As a chain saw user you should take
several steps to keep cutting jobs free from accident
or injury.
1) With a basic understanding of kick-
back you can reduce or eliminate the
element of surprise. Sudden surprise
contributes to accidents.
2) Keep a good grip on the saw with
both hands, the right hand on the
rear handle, and the left hand on the
front handle, when the engine is run-
ning. Use a firm grip with thumbs and
fingers encircling the chain saw han-
dles. A firm grip will help you reduce
kickback and maintain control of the
saw. Don’t let go.
3) Make certain that the area in which
you’re cutting is free from obstruc-
tions. Do not let the nose of the guide
bar contact a log, branch, or any other
obstruction which could be hit while
you are operating the saw.
4) Cut at high engine speeds.
5) Do not overreach or cut above shoul-
der height.
6) Follow manufacturers sharpening
and maintenance instructions for saw
chain.
7) Only use replacement bars and
chains specified by the manufacturer
or the equivalent.