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Oper
ation
NOTE:
Never cut through to the notch. Always leave a band of wood between the notch and
backcut (approximately 2” (5 cm) or 1/10 the diameter of the tree). This is called “hinge” or
“hingewood.” It controls the fall of the tree, and prevents slipping or twisting or shootback of the
tree off the stump.
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On large diameter trees, stop the backcut before it is deep enough for the tree to either fall or
settle back on the stump. Then insert soft wooden or plastic wedges into the cut so they do
not touch the chain. Drive wedges in, little by little, to help jack the tree over.
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As tree starts to fall, stop the chainsaw and put it down immediately. Retreat along the cleared
path, but watch the action in case something falls your way.
!
WARNING: Never cut through to the notch when making a
backcut. The hinge controls the fall of the tree. This is the
section of wood between the notch and backcut.
HINGE
2 in. (5 cm) OR 1/10 DIA
Back cut 2” (5cm)
Notch-
Approx.
1/3
Diameter
of trunk
Back cut
Hinge
Hinge
2” (5 cm) or 1/10 diameter
Backcut 2” (5 cm)
Notch-
approx.
1/3 diameter
of trunk
Backcut
