Sawing - IKRA PCS 2525 Instrucciones De Servicio

Chain brake
The chain brake is a device which stops the chain in-
stantaneously if the chain saw recoils due to kickback.
Normally, the brake is activated automatically by inertial
force. It can also be activated manually by pushing the
brake lever (left-hand guard) down toward the front.
When the brake operates, a white cone pops up from the
base of the brake lever.
Releasing the Brake
Pull the brake lever up toward the left-hand handle until
it clicks into place.
WARNING
• When the brake operates, release the throttle
lever to slow down the engine speed. Continuous
operation with the brake engaged will generate
heat from the clutch and may cause trouble.
• At machine inspection prior to each job, check
the operating condition of the brake following the
steps below.
1. Start the engine and grasp the handle securely with
both hands.
2. Pulling the throttle lever to maintain the chain ope-
ration, push the brake lever (left-hand guard) down
toward the front using the back of your left hand.
3. When the brake operates and the chain is stopped,
release the throttle lever.
4. Release the brake
Stopping engine
1. Release the throttle lever to allow the engine idling
for a few minutes.
2. Set the switch to the "O" (STOP) position.
GB | Operating Instructions
(1) Releases the brake.
(2) Activates the brake.
(1) Switch

8. Sawing

WARNING
Before proceeding to your job, read „For Safe Operation"
section It is recommended to first practice sawing easy
logs. This also helps you get accustomed to your unit.
Always follow the safety regulations. The chain saw
must only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut
other types of material. Vibrations and kickback vary with
different materials and the requirements of the safety
regulations would not be respected. Do not use the chain
saw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting objects. Do
not lock it over fixed stands. It is forbidden to hitch tools
or applications to the PTO that are not specified by the
manufacturer.
It is not necessary to force the saw into the cut. Apply
only light pressure while running the engine at full
throttle.
Racing the engine with the chain seized in a cutaway
can damage the clutch system. When the saw chain is
caught in the cut, do not attempt to pull it out by force,
but use a wedge or a lever to open the cut.
Guard against kickback
This saw is also equipped with a chain brake that will
stop the chain in the event of kickback if operating pro-
perly. You must check the chain brake operation before
each usage by running the saw at full throttle for 1 or
2 seconds and pushing the front hand guard forward.
The chain should stop immediately with the engine at
full speed. If the chain is slow to stop or does no stop
then replace the brake band and clutch drum before use.
It is extremely important that the chain brake be checked
for proper operation before each use and that the chain
be sharp in order to maintain the kickback safety level
of this saw. Removal of the safety devices, inadequate
maintenance, or incorrect replacement of the bar or
chain may increase the risk of serious personal injury
due to kickback.
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