Chain Saw Information

WARNING:

•If on slope, make sure log will not roll down hill. Secure log by using wooden stakes. Drive wooden stakes into ground on downhill side of log. Stand on uphill side of log while cut- ting. Log may roll after cutting.

•Never try cutting through two logs at same time. This could increase the risk of kickback.

•Whilecutting log,never holdlogwith your hand, leg, or foot.•While cutting log, never allow an- other person to hold log.•turn off and unplug saw before mov- ing from one place to another.Log Supported On One End

1.Make first cut on underside of log (see Figure 15). Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of log. This cut will keep section from splintering when cut.

2.Make second cut directly above first cut. Cut down to meet first cut. This cut will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain.

2nd Cut

1st Cut

Figure 15 - Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On One EndLog Supported On Both Ends

1.Make first cut from above log (see Figure 16). Cut 1/3 through diameter of log. This cut will keep section from splintering when cut.

2.Make second cut on underside of log, directly under first cut. Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut up to meet first cut. This will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain.

1st Cut

2nd Cut

Figure 16 - Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On Both Ends
Trimming a Tree (Pruning)

WARNING:Avoidkickback.Kickback can result in severe injury or death. See Kickback, page 5, to avoid risk of kickback.

WARNING: Do not operate pole saw while:• in a tree• on a ladder or any other unstable surface• in any awkward positionYou may lose control of pole saw causing severe injury.WARNING:Donotextendarmsabove shoulders when using pole saw.CAUTION: Seek professional help if facing conditions beyond your ability.

Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs from a living tree. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on both feet. Follow directions below to trim a tree. 1. Make first cut six inches from tree trunk on

underside of limb. Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of limb (see Figure 17).

2. Move two to four inches farther out on limb. Make second cut from above limb. Continue cut until you cut limb off.

3. Make third cut as close to tree trunk as possible on underside of limb stub. Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of stub.

4. Make fourth cut directly above third cut. Cut down to meet third cut. This will remove limb

stub.

 

2nd Cut - Pruning Cut

 

4th Cut

 

(to avoid pinching)

 

- Final Stub

 

 

 

Cut

 

6"

2" to 4"

1st Cut - Pruning Undercut (to avoid splintering)

3rd Cut - Stub Undercut (to avoid splintering)

Figure 17 - Cutting A Limb

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