Homelite UT10942D manual Hinge Back CUT Wedge

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OPERATION

Note: Never cut through to the notch. Always leave a band of wood between the notch and back cut (approxi- mately 2 inches (5 cm) 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 shoot- back of the tree off the stump.

On 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.

When 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.

5.As 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.

WARNING:

Never cut through to the notch when making a back cut. The hinge controls the fall of the tree, this is the section of wood between the notch and backcut.

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Contents Operators Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL InstructionsSafety Apparel Specific Safety RulesGeneral Precautions Refueling do not SmokeKickback Maintenance PrecautionsPush and Pull See FigureSymbols Symbol Name ExplanationSpecifications UT10946DFeatures Chain Brake Understanding Your Chain SAW Safety DevicesOperation See Figures 4See Figures 6 Kickback PrecautionsFuel and Refueling Handling the Fuel SafelySee Figures 9 Adding OILOperating the Chain Brake See Figures 10, 11See Figures 13 through Starter Grip Ignition Switch RUN PositionStarting the Engine RUN Position Primer Bulb Choke LeverTrigger Release Throttle Trigger Ignition Switch Stop Position Brake PositionStopping the Engine See Figures 20See Preparing for CuttingProper Grip on Handles Proper Grip Chain LineAdjusting the Carburetor Basic OPERATING/CUTTING ProceduresWork Area Precautions See Figures 26Adjusting Idle Speed Felling TreesProper Procedure for Tree Felling See Figures 30, 31, 32,Hinge Back CUT Wedge Bucking with a Wedge Removing Buttress RootsBucking Vertical CUT Loose Section Horizontal Kickback WedgeBucking Logs Under Stress LOG Supported AT ONE END Finishing CUTLimbing and Pruning Cutting SpringpolesMaintenance Assembling the BAR and ChainSee Figures 41 through Guide BAR Plate Chain Drive Links BAR Groove BAR Studs Adjusting PINCutters SprocketChain Tensioning Screw See Figures 52, 53, Adjusting the Chain TensionChain Maintenance Flats on Drive LinksSharpening the Cutters See Figures 57, 58, 59, 60,Left Hand Cutters Right Hand Side Plate Angle Maintaining Depth Gauge ClearanceTOP Plate Filing Angle See , 65,Maintaining the Guide BAR Maintaining the SAFE-T-TIPNOSE GuardSee Figures 68 Tighten 3/4 Turn Cleaning the AIR FilterMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard See Figures 70, 71,Checking the Fuel Filter Cleaning the Starter UnitCleaning the Engine Replacing the Spark PlugStoring the Chain SAW 1 Month or Longer Cleaning the Spark Arresting MufflerChain Catcher Clutch Cover Brake Band Clean the Chain Brake Spark Arrestor Screen Nuts MufflerTroubleshooting Problem Possible Cause SolutionBAR and Chain Combinations Troubleshooting Warranty Limited Warranty StatementHomelite Consumer PRODUCTS, INC

UT10942D specifications

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