Chain Saw
WG303E
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first cut.
When the log is supported on both ends, as
illustrated in Figure 6, cut 1/3 the diameter
from the top (overbuck). Then make the
finished cut by underbucking the lower 2/3 to
meet the first cut.
When bucking on a slope always stand on the
uphill side of the log, as illustrated in Figure 7.
When “cutting through”, to maintain complete
control release the cutting pressure near the
end of the cut without relaxing your grip on
the chain saw handles. Don’t let the chain
contact the ground. After completing the cut,
wait for the saw chain to stop before you move
the chain saw. Always stop the motor before
moving from tree to tree.
Felling direction
Escape
route
Danger zone
Danger zone
Escape
route
Figure 1 – Description of felling: escape routes
Direction of fall
Felling back cut
50mm
50mm
Hinge
Notch
Figure 2 – Description of felling: undercutting
Limb cut
Keep work off ground leave support limbs until log is cut
Figure 3 – Tree limbing
Cut from top (overbuck) avoid cutting earth
Figure 4 – Log supported along the entire
length
