iBell Tools EC16-18, Руководство оператора

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BUCKING:
Bucking is the process of cross-cutting a log into lengths for
easier handling.
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To saw a log lying on the ground, first
saw halfway, then roll the log over and
cut from the opposite side. That it is to
be cut from the top (overbuck).

To saw the end of a log supported off
the ground, first saw up from the
bottom (underbuck) one-third through
the log then finish by sawing down
from the top.

To saw a log in the middle of two
supports holding it off the ground, first
saw down from the top one-third
through the log then finish by sawing up
from the bottom.
PRUNING:
Pruning is the removal of a limb or branch
from a standing tree.
Do not use an unstable foothold or ladder.
Do not overreach. Do not saw above
shoulder height. Always use both hands to
hold the saw. First cut up from the bottom
and finish down from the top.
WOOD UNDER TENSION
:
Tree trunks can be under great tension when lying on the ground,
and they can spring dangerously when cut. Always cut the side that
is under compression first, and then the side under tension.
IBL EC16-18