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make sure the chain is not jammed when
cutting along the top edge. (See Fig.36)
Fig.36
NOTE:
When the log is supported on both
ends, 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.(See Fig.37)
1
2
1/3
2/3
Fig.37
NOTE:
When the log is supported on one
end, cut 1/3 the diameter from the underside
(underbuck). Then make the finished cut by
overbucking to meet the first cut. (See Fig.38)
2
1
2/3
1/3
Fig.38
LIMBING A TREE (See Fig.39)
Fig.39
WARNING:
Do not stand on any unstable
surface while using the product. This
could include, but is not limited, to ladders,
scaffolds, and trees.(See Fig.40)
Fig.40
NOTE:
Limbing is removing the branches
from a fallen tree. When limbing leave
larger lower limbs to support the log off the
ground. Remove the small limbs in one cut.
Branches under tension should be cut from
the bottom up to avoid binding the product.(See
Fig.41)
Fig.41
WARNING:
A springpole is any log, branch,
rooted stump, or sapling which is bent
under tension by other wood so that it
springs back if the wood holding it is cut or
removed. On a fallen tree, a rooted stump
has a high potential of springing back to
