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Basic Working Techniques
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CUT FROM TOP (OVERBUCK)
AVOID CUTTING EARTH
LOG SUPPORTED ALONG THE ENTIRE LENGTH
Cutting Logs
STOP WARNING!
Never attempt to cut two logs lying together or logs which are piled up.
Doing so drastically increases the risk of kickback and serious or fatal injury.
When cutting a pile of logs, remove each log from the pile and place on sawbench or prop up before cutting individually.
Remove the cut pieces from the cutting area. Leaving them scattered around the work area increases the risk of kickback, or of losing your balance while working.
Crosscutting/bucking
Before starting to cut through the log, try to forsee what will happen. Look out for stresses in the log and cut through in such a manner that the guide bar will not jam.
IMPORTANT !
•It is important to make sure your footing is firm and your weight is evenly distributed on both feet.
•Whenever possible, the log should be raised and supported by the use of limbs or chocks.
•Follow these simple direction for easy cutting.
When the log is supported along its entire length, as illustrated, cut from the top (overbuck).
Crosscutting logs, pressure on top
When the log is supported on both ends as illustrated, cut 1/3 of that diameter from the top overbuck. Then make the finished cut by underbucking the lower 2/3 to meet the first cut.
Crosscutting logs, pressure on bottom.
When the log is supported at both ends as illustrated, cut 1/3 of that diameter from the underside (underbuck). Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut.
When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill side of the log. When making the final cut, in order to maintain control, ease up on cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chain saw. Do not let the chain contact the ground. After completing the cut, wait for the chain to stop before moving the chain saw.
Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree.
STOP WARNING!
Do not use a chain saw to cut shrubs, brush etc. The risk of kickback is high and kickbacks can cause fatal injury. If trunks are close, it may be impossible to avoid contact with the kickback zone. Use a brush cutter or other tool designed for the purpose.
Cutting logs, shrubs, brush, etc.
Do not use your chain saw to cut shrubs, brush etc. The possibility of kickback is high. If the stands are close together, it might be impossible to avoid contact with the kickback zone.
A brush cutter has been specially designed for small, flimsy objects, and may be used for all types of clearing operations. Your dealer will be happy to show how a brush cutter may be of value to you.
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