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Operating the Chainsaw
Step 5 - Sawing
Step 6 - Felling a Tree
1
2
felling direction
1st cut
2nd cut
4
5°
45
°
A
B
B
1. Decide the felling direction considering the wind, lean of the tree, location of heavy branches,
ease of job after felling and other factors.
2. While cleaning the area around the tree, arrange a good foothold and retreat path.
3. Make a notch cut one-third of the way into the tree on the felling side.
4. Make a felling cut from the opposite side of the notch and at a level slightly higher than the
bottom of the notch.
5. Escape path: First clear the tree base and work area of interfering limbs and brush and clean
its lower portion with an axe. Then, establish two paths of escape (B) and remove all obstacles.
These paths should be generally opposite to the planned direction of the fall of the tree (A) and
about at a 45° angle. Place all tools and equipment a safe distance away from the tree, but not
on the escape paths.
WARNING!
-Before proceeding to your job, read the “Safety instructions” section. It is recommended to
first practice sawing easy logs. This also helps you get accustomed to your unit. Always follow
the safety regulations. The chainsaw must only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut
other types of material. Vibrations and kickback will vary with materials other than wood and the
requirements of the safety regulations would not be met. Do not use the chainsaw as a lever for
lifting, moving or splitting objects. Do not lock it over fixed stands. It is strictly forbidden to attach
any accessories to this product other than those supplied by the manufacturer.
It is not necessary to force the saw into the cut. Apply only light pressure while running the
engine at full throttle.
If the saw chain gets caught in the cut, do not attempt to force it out, but use a wedge or a lever
to enlarge the cut, freeing the saw.
WARNING!
-You should have received training from a suitable person before attempting to fell a tree.”
- When you fell a tree, be sure to warn anyone in close proximity of the danger.
