IKRA PCS 2525 Manuel D'utilisation page 88

the stem, they will need to take steps to remove or
counteract the increasing lateral forces by, for example,
a redirect of the main line via a supplementary anchor
point or use of an adjustable strop direct from the har-
ness to a supplementary anchor point.
Example of redirection of main line via supplementary
anchor point
Gaining a good footing at the working position can be
assisted by the use of a temporary foot stirrup created
from an endless sling.
Example of temporary foot stirrup created from
endless sling
GB | Operating Instructions
• Starting the saw in the tree
When starting the saw in the tree, the operator should
a) apply the chain brake before starting,
b) hold the saw on either the left or right of the body
The chain brake should always be engaged before low-
ering a running saw onto its strop.
Operators should always check that the saw has suf-
ficient fuel before undertaking critical cuts.
• One-handed use of the chain-saw
Operators should not use tree service chain-saws one-
handed when work position is unstable or in preference
to a handsaw when cutting small diameter wood at the
branch tips.
Tree service chain-saws should only be used one-
handed where
- operators cannot gain a work position enabling two-
- they need to support their working position with one
- the saw is being used at full stretch, at right angles to
Operators should never
- cut with the kickback zone at the tip of the chain-saw
- "hold and cut" sections, or
- attempt to catch falling sections.
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when starting,
1) on the left side, hold the saw with the left hand on
the front handle and thrust the saw away from the
body while holding the pull starter cord in the right
hand, or
2) on the right side, hold the saw with the right hand
on either handle and thrust the saw away from
the body while holding the pull starter cord in the
left hand.
handed use, and
hand, and
and out of line with the operators body.
Example of one-handed chain-saw use
guide bar,