TitanTec CS6150A, Manual

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9. Sawing
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WARNING

Before proceeding to your
job, read the section “For Safe
Operation”. It is recommended
to first practice sawing easy
logs. This also helps you get
accustomed to your unit.

Always follow the safety
regulations. The chain saw
must only be used for cutting
wood. It is forbidden to cut
other
types of material.
Vibrations and kickback vary
with different materials and the requirements
of the safety regulations would not be
respected.

Do not use the chain saw as a lever for lifting,
moving or splitting objects. Do not lock it over
fixed stands. It is forbidden to hitch tools or
applications to the PTO other than those
specified 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.
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When the saw chain is caught in the cut, do not
attempt to pull it out by force, but use a wedge
or a lever to open the way.
■ GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

This saw is equipped with a
chain brake that will stop the
chain in the event of kickback if
operating properly. You must
check the chain brake operation
before each usage by running the
saw at full the throttle for I 2
seconds and pushing the front
hand guard forward. The chain
should stop immediately with the
engine at full speed. If the chain
is slow to stop or does not stop,
replace the brake band and
clutch drum before use.
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It is extremely important that the
chain brake be checked for
proper operation before each use
and that the chain be sharp in
order to maintain the kickback
safety level of this saw. Removal
of the safety devices, inadequate
maintenance,
or incorrect
replacement of the bar or chain
may increase the risk to serious
personal injury due to kickback.
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FELLING A TREE
Felling direction
Notch cut Felling out
1. Decide the felling direction considering the wind,
lean of the tree, location of heavy branches,
ease of completing the task after felling and
other factors.
2. While clearing 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
neighboring workers of the danger.