Homelite UT74121A manual Bucking Logs Under Stress, Overbucking, Underbucking

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OPERATION

BUCKING LOGS UNDER STRESS

Make the first bucking cut one-third of the way through the log and finish with a two-thirds cut on the opposite side. As you cut the log, it will tend to bend. The saw can become pinched or hung in the log if you make the first cut deeper than one-third of the diameter of the log.

Give special attention to logs under stress to prevent the bar and chain from pinching.

OVERBUCKING

See Figure 38.

Begin on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log; exert light pressure downward. Note that the saw will tend to pull away from you.

UNDERBUCKING

See Figure 38.

Begin on the under side of the log with the top of the saw against the log; exert light pressure upward. During underbucking, the saw will tend to push back at you. Be prepared for this reaction and hold the saw firmly to maintain control.

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LOG SUPPORTED AT ONE END

FINISHING CUT

LOAD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1ST CUT 1/3 DIA

LOG SUPPORTED AT BOTH ENDS

1ST CUT 1/3 DIA LOAD

FINISHING CUT

Fig. 37

OVERBUCKING

UNDERBUCKING

Fig. 38

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesDo not Operate a Chainsaw That is Damaged Basic Precautions in the CUTTING/ Work Area Specific Safety RulesGeneral Precautions Safety ApparelPull Push Maintenance PrecautionsPush and Pull KICK-BACKStop SymbolsSymbol Name Explanation RUNSpecifications Features Guide Bars Understanding Your Chainsaw Safety DevicesOperation LOW KICK-BACK SAW ChainKICK-BACK Brake Position Rotational KICK-BACK PrecautionsChain Brake RUN PositionFilling the Tank Fuel and RefuellingHandling the Fuel Safely Mixing the FuelSee Figures 10 to Brake Position Ignition Switch RUN Primer BulbChain OIL System Starting the EngineStarting a Cold Engine Starting a Warm Engine Stopping the EngineProper Grip Preparing for CuttingProper Grip on Handles Chain LineSee Figures 24 Basic OPERATING/CUTTING ProceduresWork Area Precautions Adjusting the CarburettorBrake Position RUN Position Adjusting Idling SpeedOperating the Chain Brake Retreat Path Felling Trees Hazardous ConditionsRetreat Proper Procedure for Tree FellingPlanned Line of Fall Wedge HingeNotch Approx /3 Diameter Trunk Back CUT Hinge Back CUTVertical CUT Loose Section Horizontal KICK-BACK Wedge Removing Buttress RootsBucking Bucking with a WedgeLOG Supported AT ONE END Finishing CUT Bucking Logs Under StressOverbucking UnderbuckingFinishing CUT Spring Pole Limbing and PruningCutting Spring Poles Load Second CUTAssembling the BAR and Chain MaintenanceCutters Chain Tensioning Screw Flats on Drive Links Adjusting the Chain TensionChain Maintenance See Figures 52, 53Sharpening the Cutters Check for Wear or Damage LEFT-HAND Cutters RIGHT-HAND Side Plate Angle Maintaining Depth Gauge ClearanceTOP Plate Filing Angle Lubricating Hole Restore Original Shape by Rounding FrontMaintaining the Guide BAR Maintaining the SAFE-T-TIP Nose GuardSee Figures 71, 72 Cleaning the AIR FilterMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Tighten 3/4 TurnReplacing the Sparking Plug Cleaning the Starter UnitCleaning the Engine Checking the Fuel FilterStoring the Chainsaw 1 Month or Longer Cleaning the Spark Arresting SI- LencerChain Catcher Brake Band Clean the Chain Brake Chain BrakeBAR and Chain Combinations TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause Solution But chain is not rotating Tions. See FigureEC Declaration of Conformity WarrantySafety Directive Guarantee Statement Rtsa / Rtuk / RTGPage Ryobi Technologies GmbH

UT74121A specifications

The Homelite UT74121A is a versatile gas-powered string trimmer designed for homeowners and landscapers seeking an efficient tool for maintaining their lawns and gardens. Known for its reliability, the UT74121A combines performance with user-friendly features that make lawn care tasks less daunting.

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