OPERATION
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BUCKING
Bucking is cutting a fallen tree to the desired log size.
TYPES OF CUTTING (Fig. 13)
•Overcutting - begin on the top side of the log with the
bottom of the saw chassis against the log; exert light pressure downward.
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sure upward. During undercutting,the saw will tend to push back at you,Be prepared for this reaction and hold
the saw firmly to maintain control,
Undercut
Ovemut "_
Saw Chassis
Figure 13
BUCKING USING A SUPPORT (Fig. 15 & 16) Anotherlog or a stand, such as a sawhorse, may be used as supportswhen bucking.
•Area A - Undemut 1/3 of the way through the log.
-Finish with an ovetcut,
•Area B - Overcut 1/3 of the way through the log.
-Finish with an undercut.
A_
Figure 15
_ | B | |
| 1st Cut | 2nd Cut |
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BUCKING ON THE GROUND (Fig. 14)
*Overcut with a 1/3 diameter cut.
•Roll log over and finish with an overcut.
Figure 14
Another Log
Figure 16
BUCKING TIPS
°CUt only one log at a time.
•Cut shattered wood very carefully.Sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward the operator.
•Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never allow another person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with your leg or foot.
•Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs, and roots are
tangled such as ira bl6wn down area. Drag the logs into a clear area before cutting by pulling out exposed and
cleared logs first. | ' |
•Give special attention to logs under strain to prevent the saw from pinching. Make the first cut on the pressure side to relieve the stress on the log.
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OPERATION SAFETY
BUCKING SAFETY
WARNING:
DO NOT STAND ON THE LOG BEING CUT,
ANY PORTION CAN ROLL CAUSING LOSS
OF FOOTING AND CONTROL,
NEVER TURN THE SAW UPSIDE DOWN TO
UNDERCUT. THE SAW CANNOT BE CON-
TROLLED IN THIS POSITION.
• Stay on uphill side of tree when cutting.
Use Common Sense | Maintain Secure Footing |
