Homelite UT43102, UT43122 Planned Line Fall, Hinge, Notch Approx /3 Diameter Trunk

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area around the tree and make sure there are no obstructions in your planned path of retreat. Clear the path of safe retreat approximately 135° from the planned line of fall.

nConsider the force and direction of the wind, the lean and balance of the tree, and the location of large limbs. These things influence the direction in which the tree will fall. Do not try to fell a tree along a line different from its natural line of fall.

nRemove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where felling cuts are to be made.

nNotched Undercut. Cut a notch about 1/3 the diameter of the trunk in the side of the tree. Make the notch cuts so they intersect at a right angle to the line of fall. This notch should be cleaned out to leave a straight line. To keep the weight of the wood off the saw, always make the lower cut of the notch before the upper cut.

nFelling Backcut. As the felling cut gets close to the hinge the tree should begin to fall. If there is any chance the tree may not fall in the desired direction or it may rock back and bind the saw chain, stop cutting before the felling cut is complete and use wedges of wood, plastic or aluminum to open the cut and drop the tree along its desired line of fall. Make the backcut level and horizontal, and at a minimum of 2 in. above the horizontal cut of the notch.

NOTE:  Never cut through to the notch. Always leave a band of wood between the notch and back cut (approximately 2 in. or 1/10 the diameter of the tree). This is called “hinge” or “hingewood.” It controls the fall of the tree and prevents slipping or twisting or shootback of the tree off the stump.

nOn large diameter trees, stop the back cut before it is deep enough for the tree to either fall or settle back on the stump. Then insert soft wooden or plastic wedges into the cut so they do not touch the chain. Drive wedges in, little by little, to help jack the tree over.

nWhen bucking or felling with a wedge, it may be necessary to remove the SAFE-T-TIP anti- kickback device to allow the bar to be drawn through the cut. After you complete the cut, reinstall the tip immediately.

PLANNED LINE

OF FALL

 

 

 

90°

135° FROM

 

 

 

PLANNED

 

 

PATH OF

LINE OF FALL

 

 

 

 

 

SAFE RETREAT

PLANNED

 

 

PATH

135°

 

OF SAFE

LINE OF

 

FALL

 

45°

RETREAT

 

 

 

 

 

90°

45°

135°

Fig. 13

HINGE

2 in. OR 1/10 DIA

NOTCH -

APPROX. 1/3

DIAMETER

OF TRUNK

BACK CUT

 

2 in.

Fig. 14

nAs tree starts to fall, stop the chain saw and put it down immediately. Retreat along the cleared path, but watch the action in case something falls your way.

nBe alert for overhead limbs falling and watch your footing.

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Contents ALL Versions Toutes LES Versions Todas LAS Versiones Manuel D’UTILISATION Manual DEL OperadorSave this Manual for Future Reference Introduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions Basic Safety Precautions General Safety Rules4 English See Figures 1 KickbackRotational Kickback SAFE-T-TIPNOSE GuardSAFE-T-TIPANTI-KICKBACK Nose Guard Understanding Your Chain SAW Safety DevicesLOW Kickback SAW Chain Guide BarsSymbol Signal Meaning Symbols8 English Double Insulation FeatureselectricalElectrical Connection Extension CordsBar Tip Guard Glossary of TermsProduct Specifications FeaturesAssembly Operation OIL IndicatorApplications Adding BAR and Chain LubricantSwitch Connecting to Power SupplyStarting and Stopping the Chain SAW Preparing for CuttingProper Grip Proper Cutting StanceProper Procedure for Tree Felling Work Area PrecautionsFelling Trees Hazardous Conditions See Figures 13Notch Approx /3 Diameter Trunk Planned Line FallHinge Hinge Back CUT Wedge Vertical Loose Section Removing Buttress RootsBucking Bucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking UnderbuckingLimbs Under Tree Until LOG is CUT Springpole PruningCutting Springpoles General Maintenance MaintenanceLubrication Replacing the Guide BAR and ChainCutters Chain Rotation Chain Drive Links See Figures 34 Adjusting the Chain TensionFlats on Drive Links See Figures 36 Chain MaintenanceRaker Depth Gauge Clearance Inspect Drive SprocketSee Figures 38 Sharpening the CuttersSide Plate Angle TOP Plate Filing AngleMaintaining Depth Gauge Clearance SeeMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Maintaining the Guide BARMaintaining the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard See Figures 48Zipper Storing the ProductModel UT43122 only BAR and Chain Combinations TroubleshootingLimited Warranty Statement WarrantyAVERTISSEMENT  Règles DE Sécurité Générales4 Français Rebond AvertissementRebond Rotatif LA Protection SAFE-T-TIP Pour LAChaîne À Rebond Réduit Garde Antirebond SAFE-T-TIPGuides Voir la figureSymbole Signal 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