Husqvarna 395XP Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident risk, Freeing a Trapped tree

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend that you use a bar that is longer than the diameter of the tree, so that you can make the FELLING CUT and DIRECTIONAL CUT with single cutting stokes. (See ”Technical data” to find out which lengths of bar are recommended for your saw).

There are methods for felling trees with a diameter larger than the bar length. However these methods involve a much greater risk that the kickback zone of the bar will come into contact with the tree.

UNLESS YOU HAVE SPECIAL TRAINING WE ADVISE YOU NOT TO FELL TREES WITH A DIAMETER LARGER THAN THE BAR LENGTH OF YOUR SAW!

E Limbing

MOST KICKBACK ACCIDENTS HAPPEN DURING LIMBING!PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE POSITION OF THE KICKBACK ZONE OF THE BAR WHEN YOU ARE LIMBING BRANCHES THAT ARE IN TENSION!

Make sure there are no obstacles in your way. Work on the left side of the trunk. Work close to the saw for maximum control. If possible, let the weight of the saw rest on the trunk.

Keep the tree between you and the saw as you move along the trunk.

F Cutting the trunk into logs

See chapter ”General working instructions” point 2 ”Basic cutting technique”.

4Freeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident risk

AFreeing a “Trapped tree”

The safest method is to use a winch.

A Tractor-mounted

B Portable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BCutting trees and branches that are in tension Preparations:

a)Work out which way the tree or branch will move if released and where the natural “BREAKING POINT” is (i.e. the place it would break if it was bent even more).

b)Decide which is the SAFEST way to release the tension and whether YOU are able to do it safely. In complicated situations the only safe method is to put aside your chain saw and use a winch.

General advice:

a)Position yourself so that you will be clear of the

tree or branch when it springs free.

b)Make one or more cuts at or near the BREAKING POINT. Make as many cuts of sufficient depth as necessary to reduce the tension and make the tree or branch break at the

BREAKING POINT.

Never cut straight through a tree or branch that is IS in tension!

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Contents 101 89 395XPSymbols KEY to SymbolsContents Personal Protective Equipment Safety InstructionsChain SAW Safety Equipment Chain brake and front hand guard Right hand guard Throttle lockChain catcher Muffler Stop switchVibration damping system Checking the brake trigger Checking brake band wearChecking the front hand guard Checking the inertia brake releaseThrottle lock 5 basic rules Cutting EquipmentSome terms that describe the bar and chain Cutting equipment designed to minimise kickbackBar Saw chainRisk of kickback is increased with a badly sharpened chain Sharpening your chain and adjusting raker clearanceGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening cutting teethTensioning the chain General advice on setting raker clearanceSetting the raker clearance Never use waste oil Lubricating cutting equipmentChain oil Filling with chain oilLubricating the bar tip sprocket Checking chain lubricationLubricating the clutch drum bearing Checking wear on cutting equipmentWhat is kickback? HOW to Avoid KickbackNever use the saw one- handed General rulesDo not let go of the handles 10 ft General Safety PrecautionsMin m General Working Instructions Basic safety rulesCutting Basic cutting techniqueGeneral TermsFelling direction Tree felling techniqueSafe distance LimbingFelling Clearing the trunk and preparing your retreatFreeing a Trapped tree General adviceFreeing a tree that has fallen badly = high accident risk Cutting the trunk into logsWhat is WHAT? Mounting guide bar and chain AssemblyFuelmix Fuel HandlingMin 3 m FuellingWarm engine Start and StopStart Cold engineCarburetor MaintenanceTensioning the recoil spring Starter device assemblyStarter device Changing a broken or worn starter cordSpark plug Adjustment of the oil pumpNeedle bearing maintenance Air filterWinter use Centrifugal cleaning Air InjectionCooling system Heated handlesMonthly maintenance Weekly maintenance Daily maintenance395XP Technical DataYour Warranty Rights Obligations Emission Control Warranty Statement2000W40
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