PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
5.29.1
Assess pipe and area to cut. Ensure the chain saw will
pass freely around any objects in and around the path of the cut.
(ie: power lines, telecommunication lines, rocks, tools, etc.)
Ideally the pipe clamp should be mounted in a position that allows
the locking pliers to be on the top side of the pipe. This will allow
for easier clamping. US Saws recommends a bottom up cutting
process. This allows two safety functions.
5.29.2
With a bottom cut, a pipe will not sag in a fashion that will
pinch the bar. A top cut could cause pinching as a pipe sags.
The saw will be pulled through the cut by the operator and the bar
will swing away from the operators position. If the tool is pushed
(downward cut) the saw swings towards the operator.
5.29.3
Mount the receiver at a 10 o’clock position. This will allow
the saw to hang in a near vertical orientation.
5.29.4
Slide mounting pin on the saw (see pin installation
instructions) into receiver and install retainer clip.
5.29.5
Clear the area of loose debris that could get caught in the
chain.
5.29.6
Use the saw according to operating instructions. Light
pressure applied to the handles is all that is required. Do not use
levers, hang, or try to increase leverage on the tool. In some cases
stopping your cut just before completion and leaving a tab allows
greater stability while making cuts down-line.
5.29
PIPE CLAMP MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
5.29.7
Finish final cut freehand from the top to complete removal of
section.
5.30
RECEIVER PIN MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
5.30.1
Remove the rear bar stud nut.
5.30.2
Install pin on rear bar stud.
5.30.3
The inner thread of the pin will take the place of the nut.
5.30.4
In certain applications (larger than 10” pipe) the mounting
pin may need to be relocated to the front bar stud for greater saw
clearance.
5.30.5
Ensure the chain is adjusted according to the chain tensioning
guide.
WARNING:
Read and understand instructions provided with
the saw and/or pipe clamp before using this device. Use
caution not to drop saw or strike mounting pin as damage
to the chain tensioning mechanism can occur.
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