Forest Master Model: UWWS
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Operation
Milling Fence Posts
Logs can be rapidly cut into fence posts when using the V-Slot attachments which
enables the log to be easily rotated between cuts.
• First you need to screw two large coach bolts into each end of the log, so they
are positioned as close to the middle and as aligned with each other as possi-
ble. Leave a small amount of space between the head of the bolt and the log.
• Position the V-Slots at the same length as the log so that the bolts in the log
can rest in the V-Slots and the log can rotate freely. Then screw some wood
bolts into the log through the two holes on either side of the V.
• To prevent the log from moving during the cut, use the vertical gripping plates
in the middle slots to push against the wood from underneath - these don’t
necessarily need to be screwed.
• Measure half your desired fence post width from the middle of the log bolt,
vertically upwards and mark where the cut needs to be on both ends of the log.
• Position the guide bars at the correct height so that the chainsaw can cut where
the mark has been made. This needs to be done at both ends of the log, mak-
ing sure the vertical supports are all the same distance from the crossbeams.
• When the guide bars are set and fully locked, perform the first cut following the
cutting instructions.
• After the cut, unscrew the wood and drop the two vertical gripping plates. Ro-
tate the log 90° (use the step gauge as a square against the crossbeam and the
freshly cut face) and then secure the wood again with the bolts and clamp with
the vertical gripping plates.
• Perform another cut following the cutting instructions.
• Repeat the last two steps for the remaining two sides.
