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E = Hinge
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NHelps control the falling tree.
NDo not cut through the hinge – you could lose control of the direction of the fall.
Felling Cut for Small Diameter Trees: Simple Fan Cut
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Engage the bumper spikes of the chain saw directly behind the location of the intended hinge and pivot the saw around this point only as far as the hinge. The bumper spike rolls against the trunk.
Felling Cut for Large Diameter Trees
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WARNING
Felling a tree that has a diameter greater than the length of the guide bar requires use of either the sectioning felling cut or
Sectioning Method
For the sectioning method make the first part of the felling cut with the guide bar fanning in toward the hinge. Then, using the bumper spike as a pivot, reposition the saw for the next cut.
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