Gardenline GPCS46Z, User Manual

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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.
Warning: When you fell a tree, be sure to warn anyone in close
proximity of the danger.
5. Escape path (FIG 21)
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.
1
2
felling direction
1st cut
2nd cut
45°
45
°
FIG 20 FIG 21
A
B
B
Bucking and limbing
WARNING:
1. Always ensure a stable foothold. Do not stand on the log.
2. Be alert to the rolling over of a cut log. Especially when
working on a slope, stand on the uphill side of the log.
3. Follow the instructions in “Safety Instructions” to avoid
kickback of the saw.
Before starting work, check the direction of the bending force