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When cutting timber resting on the ground, never allow the chainsaw chain (6) to
cut into the soil, this will dull the chain (6) immediately. The chainsaw chain (6) is
not covered under warranty.
When cutting trunks resting on a slope the operator should always stand uphill of
the trunk.
Note:
When using a chainsaw for the first time, it is recommended to practice
cutting logs and branches on a saw horse or cradle.
Trimming Trees
When trimming trees always cut from above to allow the branch to drop away
downwards, it may however be useful to partially cut into the branch from
below first.
When cutting off a branch, if possible the chainsaw should be supported against
the body of the tree.
Never attempt to cut off branches with the nose (tip) of the guide bar (7).
Particular care should be taken when sawing through a branch that is under
tension and could possibly spring back up and hit you.
To Fell a Tree
Before commencing to cut down a tree you must be clear where you want it to fall
and be sure there is nothing in the way, such as power lines or buildings that can
be damaged when the tree falls. No person or animal must be within 2
1
/
2
tree
lengths of the base of the tree to be felled.
You should clear two escape routes, each opening out at an angle of 45° in the
direction opposite to that in which you plan the tree should fall (Fig. 9). These
escape routes must be free and clear of obstruction.
* This chainsaw is not designed to fell large trees.
Fig. 9
USING THE CHAINSAW
